http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/homesteading-blog.html The Homesteading Blog keeps you up to date with everything new that's happening at Organic Gardening and Homesteading. en-us organic gardening and homesteading Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:19:20 GMT Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:19:20 GMT organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/striving-to-homestead.html We went up to Vernon County Wis. and looked at several houses in the area. We had a great time but did so much driving in a matter of 3 days. It is a 4.5 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:19:14 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/is-it-possible-to-be-self-sufficient-on-a-little-over-12-an-acre.html I was just wondering if it is possible for us to raise some type of animals and have a garden on such a small plot of land? I'm very interested in being Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:57:09 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/little-acre-ridge.html I have been bitten by the homesteading bug. It started late last summer when I finally gave in to the tugging at my heart. That tugging started as thoughts Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:32:08 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/spring-melt.html The long awaited Spring melt has started here at the farm. The geese, honking their excitement at a level that will make you deaf, have taken over every Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:28:57 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/debt-free-for-life.html Debt free for life is the dream for most of us wanting to go back to a more simpler way to live. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:12:25 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/adventures-of-goose-poop-farm.html The Adventures of Goose Poop Farm is one man's story of learning to live the self-reliant life. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:40:32 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/aka-as-goose-poop-farm.html It's been a year and a half since I gave up city life to return to my roots on the farm. A day trip brought me to Pepin County in Wisconsin. Awed by Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:15:11 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/dehydrated-vegetables.html Dehydrated vegetables are a real winner both for preparation and cutting costs, providing you with nutritional food with a long shelf-life and fantastic taste. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:26:54 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/were-thinking-of-living-off-the-land.html Hi, Love your site. I am thinking of living off the land. We have 300 acres, 30 acres of pasture, and a large 4-stall barn. We could have cattle, sheep, Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:45:44 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/germinate-seeds.html Germinate seeds before you plant them, and your seeds will sprout in record speed and your seedlings will be stronger, establish at a faster rate and be more likely to survive. Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:19:14 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/beekeeping-basics.html These beekeeping basics will ensure your bees will survive the end of winter and produce plenty of honey for your this spring and summer. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:57:18 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/found-a-house.html We found a house that I like very much in SW Wisconsin near Viroqua. We are planning another trip this weekend to get inside and look at all the rooms Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:44:18 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/can-goats-be-housed-on-ground-where-chickens-have-been.html If I have baby goats can they be housed in an area where I raised chicks. Only had chicks there for three months but want to put a permanent goat barn/pasture Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:19:00 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/we-need-land.html We desire to farm/homestead dearly. We breed beagles and I want to homeschool our two children. We love to work land and are excited to raise a large family. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:04:46 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/foxfire-books.html Foxfire books are handy tools for anyone interested in homesteading, and their history is a great example of what one man can accomplish when he breaks away from the traditional way of doing things. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:48:17 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/self_reliance.html Want to learn self reliance? Follow these steps to pursue your dream of homesteading and living off your land. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:00:37 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/homesteading-research.html I am an avid homesteader, from a line of urban homesteaders. I am going through college, and my major is agriculture. I am trying to compose a thesis on Sat, 06 Feb 2010 21:39:30 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/am-i-planning-my-garden-too-early.html Last year I started sowing my seeds in February around Valentines' day, because for my birthday I received some Jiffy planting trays from my wife. I almost Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:33:07 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/baby-chicks-and-litter-care.html I put pine shaving on the bottom of my box for my 3 week year old chickens and they are eating it. Is this bad for them? Also, someone told me to put Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:15:12 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/no-experience-just-a-homesteading-desire.html Hi Sue, I am in a funk. I have been for a long time. I think 42 might be old enough to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. I have never really Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:07:12 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/future-homesteader.html I and my wife have recently purchased a very old farmhouse and 20 acres of land for a very reasonable price. I just want to tell you that I am so very Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:47:17 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/making-cheese.html Making cheese is surprisingly easy and a great way to always have cheese on hand even in emergency situations. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:15:53 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/saving-seeds.html Saving seeds is true gardening self reliance. Learn how to save seeds and you never have to rely on outside sources for your vegetables again. Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:55:51 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/heirloom-seeds.html Heirloom seeds are a wise investment not only in our heritage, but also our health. Here's why. Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:30:32 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/how-to-turn-our-urban-backyard-into-a-garden.html We live in the city, Lexington, KY and we have grown tomatoes and cucumbers, but most recently tried growing everything from seed. I even tested the Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:03:58 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/build-your-own-home.html Build your own home and you can cut way back on the expense and get far closer in your goal of self-sufficient homesteading. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:21:52 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/how-to-manage-80-acres-to-its-best-potential.html Hi, my name is Tim and I recently (2yrs ago) bought 80 acres near Cheyenne, Wyoming. I am 67 yrs old and it's just me. I presently have 5 ewe sheep Mon, 28 Dec 2009 04:07:54 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/saving-ice.html How did the old-timers save winter ice for summer use? Mon, 28 Dec 2009 03:26:50 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/starting-a-vegetable-garden.html Starting a vegetable garden is one of the first steps toward homesteading self reliance. Here are some tips. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 02:28:25 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/how-to-start-beekeeping.html Tips on how to start beekeeping to become more self-sufficient in your homesteading. Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:06:06 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/homesteading-is.html Homesteading is a way of life today and no longer just a way to earn free land from the government. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:27:10 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/urban-homestead-south-africa.html We have a small plot which is mostly house but we have managed to grow our own food - from corn and potatoes to herbs and lettuce, even fruits like Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:27:32 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/deep-well-hand-pump.html A deep well hand pump is a great way to get water from your well when the power goes off. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:52:03 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/antiviral-herbs.html Antiviral herbs help your body fight off infections. Here are some of the more popular herbs. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:59:12 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/benefits-of-learning-to-depend-on-self-not-government.html I am doing a report for writing class on Cause and Effect. The cause being I'm interested in becoming self reliant and dependent on God instead of the Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:11:25 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/goat-manger-measurements.html I love the info on your website! I especially like the article on the goat hay feeder design - great pics! For Nigerian Dwarf does - what distance do Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:34:03 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/urban-homesteading-container-gardening.html I have a container garden, tomatoes, carrots, salad greens, onions, cucumbers, green beans and kale. I have tried for years to make a success of my Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:45:02 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/budget-cooking.html Budget cooking is a great way to stretch your dollars and get superior meals. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:50:18 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/mexican-cooking-recipes.html These Mexican cooking recipes satisfy your cravings for authentic Mexican without gouging your budget. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:18:57 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/cooking-potatoes.html Cooking potatoes are a frugal, delicious addition to your diet. Here are some great recipes. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:06:55 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/starting-out.html What would your best advise be to someone who is just starting out. Like some what to do and not do Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:50:24 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/buying-grain-in-bulk.html Hello, My husband and I believe strongly in preparing for a total economic crash. (Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst). We have not Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:16:39 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/what-can-i-do.html I already grow herbs for my own enjoyment, I didn't think I could make any money off of them. I own half an acre of ground, have a good size garden Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:01:11 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/getting-home-and-staying-home.html We are familiar with hobby farming and being frugal and so on as I was home and homeschooling for 7 yrs. I, for some stupid reason, decided I needed Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:34:36 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/baby-chicks.html Hi there. We recently started raising chickens, and well we are so lucky to have had one of our fertilized eggs hatch. Our goal, of course, is to Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:39:07 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/no-about-usme-page.html Hello -- I just happened upon your website when I was looking for information on homesteading and I'm so in love! I think this might be my new Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:47:34 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/herb-lovage.html The Herb Lovage and how to grow and use it medicinally. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:39:07 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/joe-pye-weed.html Joe Pye Weed and how to grow and use it medicinally. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:18:52 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/herb-feverfew.html Herb Feverfew and how to grow and use it medicinally. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:23:40 GMT http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com/herb-echinacea.html Herb Echinacea and how to grow and use it medicinally. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:27:11 GMT