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HOMESTEADING: Sane & Sustainable Rural Living Part 1
How to thrive on the land without burnout, despair and failure
GARDENING: Five Tillage Tools & Techniques That Really Work
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows you how to get the most tillage garden work done with the least amount…
ORGANIZATION: 4 Tricks to Keeping a Tidy Home & Workshop
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his family’s secrets to keeping their home uncluttered and orderly.
PASTURING: See Water Troughs & Special Hose in Action
Click below for a video tour of the way we deliver water to our grass-fed cattle on pasture. Drinking water-safe…
METALWORKING: Build a Tractor Toolbox From An Ammunition Box
I recently bought a new-to-me tractor and it did have any handy place to put a toolbox. But a little…
Things to Consider if You Are Planning To Swap City Life For Rural Peace
Homeownership means something different to everyone. For some, it’s the cozy charm of a cabin tucked away in the trees…
ROOT CELLAR PLANS: Eat Better for Less
The ability to store fruits and vegetables long-term at your own house is an idea that will never go out…
TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE: A Cautionary True Story About Waiting Too Long to Make Things Right
The true story you’re about to read is a warning and a reminder, at least it is for me. It’s…
FROST SEEDING IN CANADA: See How to Plant in Winter and Why
Frost seeding is the practice of broadcasting certain kinds of clover and trefoil seeds on frozen ground near the end…
DIY HOOP HOUSE PLANS: Build Your Own Economical Backyard Greenhouse
A hoop house is a simple greenhouse, and if you’d like to build one for yourself, you’ve come to the…
Budgeting Basics: What Actually Works in Real Life
Budgeting sounds simple on paper, spend less than you earn and save the rest. Yet for many people, building a…
pATIENCE: The Most Important Hands-On Home Improvement Skill
Steve Maxwell explains the importance of how homeowners handle unforeseen problems as they emerge in the home, especially in relation…
ADVICE TO A YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR: Ten Years Later, These Ideas Still Work
A few years ago I corresponded with a 20-something year-old young lady named Erica who asked for my advice about…
Rekindle the Joy of Homesteading With 5 Practical Tips
Just like the old musical classics stay evergreen, so do traditions. We can attest to this fact by observing the…
Traveling to a Homesteading Community? Keep These 3 Things in Mind
Homesteading is sprouting like wildflowers after a drought. What was once considered to be old-fashioned is making a comeback. Many…
Actionable Tips for An Independent Senior Lifestyle
Aging gracefully while maintaining independence is a goal many seniors strive for. This matters because the aging population is witnessing…
WOOD SPLITTER REVIEW: See this Best Selling Model Up Close
Thinking of getting a wood splitter? Check out my video review of the best selling wood splitter in Canada. Except…
WORK GLOVES: 100 Year-Old Canadian Firm Protects Workers & Heals Warriors
In 2018, I discovered a Canadian work glove manufacturer that I’m surprised I hadn’t found before. I use work gloves…
BARNDOMINIUMS: What You Need to Know About This Architectural Lifestyle Trend
It’s been said that “most people live in the city and go to the country on the weekend.” Imagine if…
LESSONS FROM THE LAND: A Few Thoughts While Fixing an Heirloom Cedar Rail fence
In this 4 minute video, watch Steve as he fixes a century-old cedar rail fence in the backwoods of Manitoulin;…
Making Multigenerational Family Travel Fun and Hassle-Free
Travel isn’t just about exploring new places; it’s about sharing unforgettable experiences with loved ones. Multigenerational vacations have become a…
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