So, you’re thinking about adding some feathered friends to your homestead? We get it! Ducks are awesome, and if you’re looking for a bird that’s pretty chill, good for eggs and meat, and just plain friendly, the Saxony duck might be just what you need. We’ve put together this guide to walk you through everything…
We often get asked, “Can chickens eat bananas?” It’s a good question, and one we’re happy to clear up. As backyard chicken keepers, we’re always looking for ways to give our feathered friends good food. We also want to use up kitchen scraps. So, we put together this guide to help you figure out if…
We’re going to talk about something pretty important today: canning water. It might sound a bit odd at first, like, why would you even do that? But trust us, having a supply of clean, safe water on hand for a long time can be a real lifesaver. We’ll walk you through why it’s a good…
Making your own dandelion wine recipe can seem like a big project, but it’s actually pretty simple and rewarding. We’re going to walk you through each step, from picking those sunny yellow flowers to bottling your very own homemade wine. You’ll see that turning something many folks call a weed into a delicious drink is…
Have you ever thought about finding your own food out in nature? It’s a pretty cool idea, right? Well, one of the neatest things you can find are beech nuts. These little guys are not only tasty, but they’re also packed with good stuff. We’re going to tell you all about how to find them,…
Hey there, fellow garden enthusiasts! We’re diving into something super rewarding today: growing onion seeds. It might seem a bit tricky at first, but trust us, with a little know-how, you’ll be harvesting your own amazing onions in no time. We’re going to walk through everything, from getting those tiny seeds started indoors to enjoying…
So, you wanna make some apple mead, huh? We get it. There’s something really cool about making your own drinks, and apple mead, or ‘cyser’ as some folks call it, is a total winner. It mixes the sweet kick of honey with the crisp taste of apples, and honestly, it’s pretty satisfying to sip on…
We’ve all thought about it, right? The idea of being able to get our own food, straight from the source. It feels good and makes us think about being more in control of what we eat. This guide is all about how to grow and hunt for your own food. We’ll look at everything from…
Have you ever thought about turning those beautiful, fragrant peonies in your garden into something delicious? Well, we did, and let us tell you, making peony jelly at home is totally doable and super rewarding. It’s a fun way to capture the essence of spring in a jar, and trust us, your taste buds will…
We’re going to talk about water glassing eggs today. It’s a pretty cool way to keep eggs fresh for a long time without needing to put them in the fridge. We’ve tried it ourselves, and it really works! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to start water glassing eggs at…
