Somehow the end of the year has suddenly become the end of January. I’m not sure exactly how that happened but I’m sure it’s somewhat related to being insanely busy at my day job for the first 2 1/2 weeks of the year. It’s been so crazy that I come home and pretty much mentally […]

January went by in a blur! Granted, I spent the first two weeks under extreme stress trying to prepare for a major install on the 12th, but still…!! Basically, to me this past month was all about stress, weather and crafting. The latter is the only part that hasn’t been stressful. Anyone...

I have been anxiously waiting to show you Little Chick’s new bedroom, but I wanted it to be “complete” before I did so. I’m learning however that this may continue to be a work in progress as we keep adding decorative items to her bedroom! Are you ready to see it? Here is a sample […]

Last week I read an article called “Making Bedtime a Treasured & Meaningful Time with your Children” that stuck with me – especially this section: I used to think that my children’s willingness to talk at bedtime was a delay tactic! While that may be partly true, bedtime also is the perfect time...

March was a crazy month for our family!! There were five weekends and with all the running around we did, it’s not surprising that I was sick one weekend and Papa the next. We “just” had colds, but they were pretty nasty. I’m just thankful we seem to have avoided the influenza that’s in our […]

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Yes, I know I posted a homestead update just a couple of weeks ago but it seems like so much has happened since then! Summer Storms I didn’t mention in that last update, that we were supposed to be camping that weekend. Earlier in the week the forecast was for mid-90s all weekend. And with […]

How are you doing today? I mean it. I really want to know. Feel free to comment or shoot me an email, if you want to chat, vent, and especially if you need someone to listen right now. We all need connection and community right now! Personally, I’m doing “ok”. I’m still employed even though […]

Ensure your goat gestation and kidding process goes smoothly and follow our homesteading handbook for your must-know raising goat essentials. You are reading Chapter 7 of our Homestead Handbook: Raising Backyard Goats Chapter 7: Goat Gestation | Pregnancy, Birth, and Raising Kids Being there...

How Long Does It Take For A Chicken To Grow? Certain chicken breeds exhibit varying rates of growth due to their genetic characteristics. For instance, numerous meat-focused chicken breeds tend to experience rapid growth, whereas those specialized for egg production may have a slower development...

Best Fully Automatic Egg Incubator: Best Overall: Brinsea Ovation 56 Ex Incubator Best Budget-Friendly: Manna Pro Nurture Right 360 Incubator Best Value: Brinsea Mini II Advance Most Durable: HBlife Digital Fully Automatic Incubator Editor’s Choice: Farm Innovators Model 4250 Incubator When...

Raising baby chicks successfully requires precision, care, and attention to their most fundamental needs. Among these, maintaining the correct temperature for baby chicks stands out as the most critical element during their early weeks. Failure to regulate heat can lead to stunted growth...

Best Brooding Box For Chicks: Best Overall: Brooder Box for Chicks Best Budget-Friendly: Heated Box Poultry Brooder Best Value: Baby Chick Starter Kit: Farm Innovators Model 3700 You must have a brooder box prepared for your chicks from the moment you hatch them, particularly if they’re...

Are You Looking For Best Solar Chicken Coop Heater Or Best Solar Heat Lamp For Chicken Coop? Best Overall: KK.BOL Portable Solar Powered Chicken Coop Lights Best Budget-Friendly: Bemexred Solar Heat Lamps for Chicken Coop Best Value: Lozayi Solar Powered Heat Lamp For Dog houses, and Chicken...

How Much Does It Cost To Produce A Dozen Eggs? A recent thread on a homesteading group in Facebook got me thinking. The question asked by a homesteader was a common one: How much should she charge per dozen for eggs? The thread garnered all sorts of answers but got me to thinking about the […]

Should You Heat Your Chicken Coop? Warm Chickens Without Burning Your Coop Short answer: If you want to, yes. Believe it or not, this question stirs up many passionate emotions among chicken keepers and chicken experts. The argument goes like this: Most people who heat their chicken coops do so...

Best Grandpa Chicken Feeders: 20lb Feed Capacity (Best Overall) 40lb Feed Capacity (Editor’s Pick) Chicken feeding is a simple task. There are many options on the market for chicken keepers. However, the main challenge is to ensure that your chickens get the food. Your chicken feeds will be...

Raising chickens requires more than food and shelter—it demands reliable protection from predators. Foxes, raccoons, coyotes, and even stray dogs can devastate a flock in minutes. The best solution many poultry keepers turn to is electric fencing. It offers unmatched security, flexibility, and...

Raising Chicken For Eggs And Meat You can raise chickens in your small backyard or on 20 acres. They are great starter livestock. Chickens can be used to produce meat, fertilizer, or eggs. They are very easy to manage. A list of the top chicken breeds can be found online and in books. Online...

Have you always wanted to go horseback riding? Do want to know how to ride a horse the right way? If you want to add horseback riding to your homesteading skills, this how-to will show you how. Find out how to ride a horse today. How to Ride a Horse I learned horseback riding at an early age...