How to choose the chicken breed that would be best for you.
Many factors entered into living remotely, but mostly, we wanted to spend our retirement in the mountains. From first visiting our property at 9,800 feet, we fell in love with the seclusion and wildlife. In 20 years of full-time living here with the animals, we've had a couple iffy encounters — here is a rundown on how to deal with remote living in the mountains: predators, water, food procurement and more.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. I'm saving lots of words by offering you an overview of the Pennsylvania Mother Earth News Fair in pictures.
A self-sufficient lifestyle requires attention and preparation. As the summer months end and the fall weather begins to roll in, winter preparation is necessary for the future of your garden, pasture or ranch. Here are eight winter prep tips homesteaders should complete by the end of autumn.
Knowing how to prevent a house fire and knowing what to do if one occurs is something every homesteader should have knowledge of.
A closer look at your farm and acreage is the first step when considering a new — or new-to-you — tractor purchase.
Have you been wondering what goes on at a Mother Earth News Fair? Read here for a play-by-play of my first day at the Seven Springs, PA, fair.
