Heidi, Author at Homestead Survival Site

11 Toxic Plants That You Should Learn to Identify

Whether you’re exploring the land around your homestead or just learning about edible plants, knowing which plants are toxic is essential.

In this episode of Becky’s Homestead, she talks about mistakes to avoid when raising chickens. Neglecting these could lead dead chickens.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to make a 1000-year-old energy drink that was popular in the 18th century. It’s called switchel.

This do-it-yourself cinder block bench is so easy, anyone can do it. All you need are 14 cinder blocks, six 4×4 posts, and some adhesive.

This video is about some life hack inserts that were printed over 100 years ago. Most people have forgotten these life hacks.

If there is one topic I hear about the most, it has to be the reluctant spouse. I hear it from homesteaders, preppers, and survivalists.

The couple in this video have taken homesteading to a whole new level. They are homesteading off a boat, and they call it long term sailing.

This video comes from a family in the thick of homesteading. They offer a unique view of what it’s like to live on a homestead.

This series from Kentucky Homestead will give you a great idea of the kind of work involved restoring an old cabin.

There are many benefits to raised bed gardens, and they’re not difficult to make. You need some lumber, peat moss, compost, and time.