Tricia Drevets, Author at Homestead Survival Site

21 Houseplants That Keep Bugs Away

Many houseplants serve as natural insect repellents, so you can use them to deter pests while making your home look and smell better.

Flea markets feature a wide variety of quality off-grid tools, supplies, and equipment for dirt-cheap prices.

Many medicinal herbs are high in antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. Here are the most powerful medicinal herbs.

Learn how to effectively stockpile animal feed for the winter or in preparation for disasters with this comprehensive guide on feed storage.

Learn about wild seeds and grains that you can forage for food in the wild, helping sustain yourself in challenging environments.

Successful rainwater harvesting is more than just sticking a barrel outside and waiting for it to fill up. Don’t make these common mistakes.

During the Great Depression, many people had to rely on wild plants for sustenance. Here are some of the edible plants they ate.

Check out these surprising and practical uses for Q-tips that will make cleaning and precision tasks easier than ever before.

Learn about the benefits of cover crops, from improving soil and preventing erosion to attracting beneficial insects and reducing weeds.

If the off-grid life is calling to you, then you have an adventurous spirit. But to be self-sufficient, you need these basic pioneer skills.