Country Living
Trapping Raccoons and Skunks: Old-Time Wisdom for the Modern Homesteader
Got raccoons raiding your corn or skunks setting up under…
How to Predator-Proof a Chicken Coop (Without Building a Fortress)
If you’ve ever yelled at a raccoon in your pajamas,…
Thinking About Leaving the City? Try This 30-Day Homesteading Challenge First
Thinking about ditching city life for something quieter, simpler, and…
What Is Cottagecore and How It Connects to Real-Life Homesteading
Cottagecore may romanticize rural life, but actual homesteading is where…
Sustainable Snacking: Things I Forage, Dry, and Stash for Later (Instead of Buying Crinkly Plastic Packs)
Why buy shrink-wrapped snacks when nature’s pantry is overflowing? I…
How Foraging Ruined Grocery Shopping for Me Forever
Foraging changed how I eat, shop, and see food. After…
Foraging with Kids: Chaos, Curiosity & Cattails
Foraging with kids is equal parts wild adventure and total…
Spruce Tips: The First Foraged Flavor of Spring
Spruce tips are one of the first wild flavors to…
Chaga Hunting Around McGinnis Creek: A Very Cold, Very Canadian Adventure
I went chaga hunting around McGinnis Creek, armed with snowshoes,…
Coming Soon: The Forager’s Notebook (Yes, I Wrote a Book and No, It’s Not a Plant ID Guide)
The Forager’s Notebook is coming soon—and no, it’s not a…
Bartering and Trade on a Homestead: What Skills and Items Are Valuable?
Bartering is a way of life on a homestead, where…
Casio G-Shock DW-5600BB-1: The Homestead Hero Watch
The Casio G-Shock DW-5600BB-1 isn’t just a watch—it’s a homesteading…
How To Make Money Selling Canned Goods
Ever wondered if you could turn your love of canning…
Why You Should Keep a Homestead Journal (And How Mine Saved My Bacon More Than Once)
I used to think I’d remember everything about my homestead—until…
The First Wild Plants to Forage When the Snow Melts
As the snow melts, nature’s first edible greens start popping…
Why You Should Try Ice Fishing This Winter
Ice fishing isn’t just about dropping a line through the…
Cornhole: The Ultimate Backyard Sport (and Why You Need a Set from Royal Canadian Cornhole)
Discover why Royal Canadian Cornhole makes the best custom cornhole…
5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Immune System This Winter
Winter in northwestern Ontario is no joke. The temperatures dip…
How to Stay Motivated Despite Obstacles
Life has a funny way of testing us when we…
How to Survive and Thrive During a No Spend Month
Now, I’ll admit—it’s not always easy, but the rewards are…
Why Vitamin D Deficiency is a Problem in Northwestern Ontario – And What You Can Do About It
Vitamin D deficiency is a significant issue in northwestern Ontario,…
Homesteading Mistakes I’ve Learned From (So You Don’t Have To)
Homesteading is a journey filled with ups and downs, but…
Why Homesteaders Are Returning to Traditional Skills
Returning to traditional skills isn’t just a trend—it’s a way…
Is Apartment Homesteading the Future?
Whether it’s planting herbs on a windowsill, preserving jam from…
Homestead Preparedness: Ensuring Food Security Year-Round
In pursuing food security, we’re not only ensuring that our…
Ruffed Grouse Hunting Tips: A Fall Favorite in Northwestern Ontario
Grouse hunting is one of the great joys of fall…
Foraging Safety: What You Need to Know Before Heading Out
Foraging is a fantastic way to connect with nature and…
Creative Ways to Use Fall Forage in Your Holiday Cooking
Incorporating these foraged items into your holiday cooking is not…
Sustainable Meal Planning: How to Save Time and Money with Smart Leftover Use
As homesteaders, we’re always looking for ways to simplify our…
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