Learn about the last 27 years of Steve’s time on Manitoulin Island, and the two trucks that have been part of the adventure.

Steve describes his accidental test to determine if fertilizer really works.

Steve explains a system that cleans roof water before storing it in a cistern, and offers directions for more information.

Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, offers his experiences on how his fabric shelter is working out, plus explains what life is like managing one.

Steve offers help on the common cold cellar problem of condensation and mold.

On May 25, 2012, a homestead homeowner inquired as to how she and her husband could support themselves financially after moving out of the city to a rural homestead property.  The biggest piece of advice, whatever you design for yourselves,…

How can I stop my three teenagers from taking really, really long showers? We’ve tried begging, guilt trips and timers. Is there some kind of device that automatically shuts off water flow after a certain period of time? We’ve got…

What are my options for getting power to a cottage I’m building? Neighbouring property owners don’t want hydro poles on their land, and going underground is too expensive. Off-the-grid power systems are more practical and affordable than ever, and the…

What’s the best way for me to learn how to create a rural homestead for myself? I’m a 23 year old college student and I want to move to the country and produce as much as I can for myself…

Steve Maxwell, a homesteader since 1985, takes us through a financial self-reliance reality check for the homesteading lifestyle.

Steve Maxwell passes on a few pieces of homesteading wisdom borne from his many years of hands-on experience.

Can you help me work past the confusion of equipping a cabin with photovoltaic panels? I could connect to the grid, but I like the idea of generating my own, cheap electricity. I recently priced a PV system to generate…