Tricia Drevets, Author at Homestead Survival Site

13 Self-Reliance Skills The Pioneers Needed to Survive

In order to survive their arduous journey and rugged way of life, pioneers needed a set of self-reliant skills if they wanted to survive.

There are some pieces of advice that apply to all homesteaders. Here is our list of homesteading tips to help you focus on what is important.

It may not look like the homestead of your dreams, but if you consider it a work in progress, you can homestead even when you’re broke.

There are many seemingly long-term foods that won’t store more than 12 months. Make sure you rotate them with fresh replacements.

Whether you’re stockpiling food or just organizing your first kitchen, be sure to include lots of spices on your list of necessities.

In addition to the lumber, roofing, windows, and hardware needed to build your structure, here is a basic shopping list for a chicken coop.

If you live in a hurricane zone, it is foolhardy to wait until a hurricane develops to prepare. Here are 15 ways to prepare your homestead.

Olive oil is a must-have staple for every homesteader. It truly stands alone in terms of its nutritional benefits and uses.

Many foods routinely sold in the U.S. are deemed unsafe in other countries. Some of these foods contain potentially harmful ingredients.