Homeownership means something different to everyone. For some, it’s the cozy charm of a cabin tucked away in the trees. For others, it’s a sleek, modern bungalow in the heart of the city. But let’s be real, cities are getting…
The ability to store fruits and vegetables long-term at your own house is an idea that will never go out of fashion. Read here and download building plans for making your own root cellar no matter what your situation.
The true story you’re about to read is a warning and a reminder, at least it is for me. It’s about the value of choosing the hard path of forgiveness, kindness and love, while rejecting the seemingly easier road of…
Frost seeding is the practice of broadcasting certain kinds of clover and trefoil seeds on frozen ground near the end of winter to improve pasture. Sounds crazy, but it works. Why bother? More nutritious pasture plants deliver higher protein grazing,…
A hoop house is a simple greenhouse, and if you’d like to build one for yourself, you’ve come to the right place. This simple, inexpensive, portable, solar heated garden structure that turns a little bit of hands-on effort and simple…
Budgeting sounds simple on paper, spend less than you earn and save the rest. Yet for many people, building a working, everyday budget feels overwhelming. With unexpected expenses, rising living costs, and busy schedules, keeping track of every dollar can…
A few years ago I corresponded with a 20-something year-old young lady named Erica who asked for my advice about her future. She’d worked for other people before (including a job in a prison), but was interested in starting her…
Just like the old musical classics stay evergreen, so do traditions. We can attest to this fact by observing the Canadian comeback to homesteading. Many families are embracing this lifestyle to rid themselves of the precariousness of urban living. If…
Homesteading is sprouting like wildflowers after a drought. What was once considered to be old-fashioned is making a comeback. Many are leaving the priciest cities to settle in rustic areas. Their desires may be rooted in the soil of modern…
Aging gracefully while maintaining independence is a goal many seniors strive for. This matters because the aging population is witnessing a rapid increase in the US. According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans over 65 is expected…
Thinking of getting a wood splitter? Check out my video review of the best selling wood splitter in Canada. Except for one minor issue, I like it a lot. See how this economical model works in both horizontal & vertical splitting modes; see how the engine layout is open, making maintenance easy; watch the aggressive wedge pop firewood apart quickly, and more.
In 2018, I discovered a Canadian work glove manufacturer that I’m surprised I hadn’t found before. I use work gloves almost every day, but never thought much about glove design until I came across a British Columbia, Canada company called…