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9 Maps Every Homesteader Should Own

In a grid-down scenario, you may need to venture off your homestead for food and supplies. To do that, you’ll need a good map.

Tree resin has many survival uses including making soap, starting fires, easing pains, helping to heal wounds, and much more.

If you’re looking for a plant that is easy to grow and has a host of benefits and uses, look no further than rosemary.

During a widespread disaster, making phone calls could be impossible. You need to have some backup methods of communication.

There are many cold and flu remedies that can ease your symptoms. In fact, you probably already have some of them in your home.

Garbage bags are very useful for those living off grid. You can use them for everything from collecting water to constructing a shelter.

Medicinal mushrooms are commonly overlooked, but there is a growing body of research indicating that they can treat many ailments.

Native Americans learned the healing powers of herbs by watching animals eat them. In time, they discovered these herbal remedies.

Planting, growing, and using echinacea for medicinal purposes is easier than you think, and you may come to value this humble herb.

If you are looking into growing your own medicine, you’ll want to consider adding some of these medicinal trees to your homestead.