Rudolph and Company: A Portrait of the North American Reindeer
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, had a very shiny nose”…as well as some…
Homestead Gift-giving Guide: The Best Gifts for Homesteaders
I remember at least one of my Christmas gifts from 1970. I…
DIY Winter Skincare
Winter is upon us and while we may be glad to get…
Homestead Woodlot Management
You might suspect that when you say farewell to the bright lights…
Floating on Snow: Using Snowshoes and Ice Cleats on the Homestead
My husband and I utilize both snowshoes and ice cleats. When strapping…
Pumpkin Palooza 2: Five Sweet & Savory Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin season is here and while many consider pumpkins a necessary part…
Heating with Wood on the Homestead
I wake early on a Saturday morning to a chill in the…
Overwintering Vegetables for Early Spring Harvests
When I first started gardening, as a total greenhorn, I thought that…
Winter Animal Husbandry Tips for Homesteaders
No matter if you are producing eggs, honey, milk, or meat, a…
Herbal Medicines for Fall and Winter
By now you have probably harvested and preserved your summer produce for…
Indoor Gardening in Winter
Those of us who live in areas of early frost, dread to…
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings
Winter is a lot like death and taxes… it’s one of the…