Here in rural Southeast Alaska, most people who live outside city limits have water catch systems. They are extremely common and when it comes to living off the grid, are absolutely necessary. Drilling a well isn't really an option here. Our friends over at Freedom Point share the story of … [Read more...]
The Best of Homestead Dreamer – Year 1
Wait, what? It has been a year already? I swear, I only just registered the domain name. What a crazy, fantastic, frustrating, challenging, and rewarding year it has been! We went back and put all of the best we published in 2014 into one easy list and even made a new Pinterest board but more on … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Survival Savvy Family
With all the media attention to being prepared for emergencies: whether natural or man-made, many people are looking for ways they can survive large or small scale disasters. Even something as simple as losing a job or unexpected medical situation can be considered a disaster! Like most people … [Read more...]
Food Preservation Methods Explained!
When people think about food preservation, the first thought is usually the freezer. There are so many other ways that food is preserved that we never think about! Jerky, for example is considered just a food but in reality, the word jerky is defined as, "meat that has been cut into long strips and … [Read more...]
Bartering Your Skills to Fill the Cupboard
Over the last 3 years, I have learned how to water bath can, pressure can meats and veggies, dehydrate, smoke, and store food. All of these preservation methods are must-have skills (in my opinion) for those who want to be as self-reliant as they can be. If you are growing a food source garden, you … [Read more...]
The Story of Freedom Point: Fuel Delivery Challenges
When you live off the grid and away from the road system to boot, getting supplies can be a real challenge. No matter how independent or self-sufficient your lifestyle is, there are certain things that you simply cannot produce yourself. Fuel to run a generator, engines, motors, and even the stove … [Read more...]
Book Review: Micro and Cottage Businesses
Many people today dream of owning their own business but have no idea what kind or how to get started. The reasons for wanting to start one are as varied as the people! Every year, small businesses both begin and end, largely due to a lack of planning and research. People get lost or bogged down … [Read more...]
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