https://thehomesteadinghippy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/two-ducks-eating-watermelon.jpg One of the biggest limiting factors when it comes to keeping livestock of any kind is space, and for some homesteaders, even when you look to a truly small species like ducks you still might not have the ...

I was first introduced to walking onions by a good friend over a decade ago. I’m not sure why I didn’t immediately grasp the potential and importance of such a wonderful vegetable. Maybe they were just too novel. Maybe because I’d never heard of them. Anyway, the garden at the new house included a pa ...

My daughter absolutely loves roses of all kinds, especially fragrant wild roses that we find on our hikes. She’ll “stop and smell the roses” at any opportunity, but before she strikes out again, she always says, “Mama, we have to come back here in the Fall for rose fruits!” Rose hips, or “rose fruits ...

This red currant jelly recipe starts with a pint of current juice (or more) and sugar. You don't need commercial pectin. I sometimes add almond extract to switch up the flavor, but it's good with or without. If you'd like a currant spread recipe that uses less sugar, see “Apple Currant Spread“. This ...

It’s natural for many preppers to be more isolated and independent, but you may still want to get on social media. You should at least have a presence online so you can meet other preppers and discuss the best strategies to prepare for and survive an emergency situation. Don’t be mistaken. Social med ...

Looking for a way to get rid of grubs from your lawn and garden – and keep ground moles away for good? One thing is for sure, ground moles love grubs! In fact, where ever there are grubs in the soil, you can bet the house there are going to be ground moles taking up residence nearby. And when they d ...