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Trapping Raccoons and Skunks: Old-Time Wisdom for the Modern Homesteader
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May, 25
Got raccoons raiding your corn or skunks setting up under…
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How to Predator-Proof a Chicken Coop (Without Building a Fortress)
22
Apr, 25
If you’ve ever yelled at a raccoon in your pajamas,…
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Thinking About Leaving the City? Try This 30-Day Homesteading Challenge First
14
Apr, 25
Thinking about ditching city life for something quieter, simpler, and…
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What Is Cottagecore and How It Connects to Real-Life Homesteading
6
Apr, 25
Cottagecore may romanticize rural life, but actual homesteading is where…
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Sustainable Snacking: Things I Forage, Dry, and Stash for Later (Instead of Buying Crinkly Plastic Packs)
5
Apr, 25
Why buy shrink-wrapped snacks when nature’s pantry is overflowing? I…
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How Foraging Ruined Grocery Shopping for Me Forever
4
Apr, 25
Foraging changed how I eat, shop, and see food. After…
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Foraging with Kids: Chaos, Curiosity & Cattails
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Mar, 25
Foraging with kids is equal parts wild adventure and total…
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Spruce Tips: The First Foraged Flavor of Spring
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Mar, 25
Spruce tips are one of the first wild flavors to…
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Chaga Hunting Around McGinnis Creek: A Very Cold, Very Canadian Adventure
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Mar, 25
I went chaga hunting around McGinnis Creek, armed with snowshoes,…
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Coming Soon: The Forager’s Notebook (Yes, I Wrote a Book and No, It’s Not a Plant ID Guide)
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Mar, 25
The Forager’s Notebook is coming soon—and no, it’s not a…
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Bartering and Trade on a Homestead: What Skills and Items Are Valuable?
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Mar, 25
Bartering is a way of life on a homestead, where…
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Casio G-Shock DW-5600BB-1: The Homestead Hero Watch
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Mar, 25
The Casio G-Shock DW-5600BB-1 isn’t just a watch—it’s a homesteading…
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How To Make Money Selling Canned Goods
24
Feb, 25
Ever wondered if you could turn your love of canning…
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Why You Should Keep a Homestead Journal (And How Mine Saved My Bacon More Than Once)
21
Feb, 25
I used to think I’d remember everything about my homestead—until…
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The First Wild Plants to Forage When the Snow Melts
15
Feb, 25
As the snow melts, nature’s first edible greens start popping…
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Why You Should Try Ice Fishing This Winter
9
Feb, 25
Ice fishing isn’t just about dropping a line through the…
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Cornhole: The Ultimate Backyard Sport (and Why You Need a Set from Royal Canadian Cornhole)
1
Feb, 25
Discover why Royal Canadian Cornhole makes the best custom cornhole…
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5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Immune System This Winter
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Jan, 25
Winter in northwestern Ontario is no joke. The temperatures dip…
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How to Stay Motivated Despite Obstacles
11
Jan, 25
Life has a funny way of testing us when we…
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How to Survive and Thrive During a No Spend Month
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Jan, 25
Now, I’ll admit—it’s not always easy, but the rewards are…
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How to Live Off the Land: 5 Key Skills You Need
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Jan, 25
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Why Vitamin D Deficiency is a Problem in Northwestern Ontario – And What You Can Do About It
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Dec, 24
Vitamin D deficiency is a significant issue in northwestern Ontario,…
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Homesteading Mistakes I’ve Learned From (So You Don’t Have To)
4
Dec, 24
Homesteading is a journey filled with ups and downs, but…
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Why Homesteaders Are Returning to Traditional Skills
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Nov, 24
Returning to traditional skills isn’t just a trend—it’s a way…
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Is Apartment Homesteading the Future?
21
Nov, 24
Whether it’s planting herbs on a windowsill, preserving jam from…
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Homestead Preparedness: Ensuring Food Security Year-Round
5
Nov, 24
In pursuing food security, we’re not only ensuring that our…
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Ruffed Grouse Hunting Tips: A Fall Favorite in Northwestern Ontario
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Oct, 24
Grouse hunting is one of the great joys of fall…
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Foraging Safety: What You Need to Know Before Heading Out
15
Oct, 24
Foraging is a fantastic way to connect with nature and…
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Creative Ways to Use Fall Forage in Your Holiday Cooking
7
Oct, 24
Incorporating these foraged items into your holiday cooking is not…
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Sustainable Meal Planning: How to Save Time and Money with Smart Leftover Use
5
Oct, 24
As homesteaders, we’re always looking for ways to simplify our…
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