The Homestead Journey: Recent Episodes
Brian Wells
The homesteading podcast dedicated to the pursuit of self-sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability. Brian is a 4th generation homesteader located in beautiful upstate NY. Along with his wife, Bonnie (also a 4th generation homesteader) and their son Brian Jr., Brian has been actively homesteading on a 2 acre piece of land since 2008. This podcast is dedicated to their journey and is a call for others to join them in pursuing self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
2023 has been a season of change on our homestead. Some of that has been planned. So of it, not so much. On this final episode of season 4, I share with you some of those changes and some lessons I've learned. I also share with you my vision for season 5.
Until next time, keep up the good work!!
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In this final episode Bonnie joins me on one last episode in our series on Empty Nest Homesteading . We expected this transition to be far more traumatic than it has been. While we understand that everyone's journey is different, on this episode we share 11 Reasons why we think we've been able to make this transition so smoothly .
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This week I spent a lot of time reading the policy manuals of the Farm Bureau and the NY Farm Bureau. As I did, I spent quite a bit of time thinking about how homesteading and farming are the same. And how they are different. On this episode, I share my thoughts on that as well as why I think homesteading is crucial to solving the issue of aging farmers.
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Back in May at the Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival, I was introduced to Natalie, the manager of our local region for the NY Farm Bureau. We became friends. She has been trying to convince me to join the organization, but I wasn't convinced that it would be a good fit. While their mission is advocacy and education relating to agricultural issues, I didn't think they would care about the issues and concerns that homesteaders face. As I shared some of those concerns with Natalie, she said to me, "Brian, NYFB cannot advocate for problems they don't know exist. They can't provide education in areas they are unaware that people are struggling with." Well, what changed? And why did I finally join NYFB? Listen and find out.
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This past weekend, I had the privilege of helping Jack Pollner put on the Fall Gathering of the Homesteaders of New England. What a great time!!! On this episode I share with you about the event, including 6 lessons I've (re)learned by attending the event. Enjoy!!
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This year my garden has sucked. Worst. Garden. Ever. It's been one of those gardening seasons that could make you want to quit gardening. Forever.
But, instead, I'm trying to learn some lessons. Some lessons that I hope will help me be successful in years to come. Hopefully it will inspire you to keep gardening even if things haven't gone well for you either.
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On today's episode we jump back to May's Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival and the talk I gave called "What Is Homesteading".
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On this episode, we take a deep dive into steam canning. I talk about it's history, the journey to "approval" and when it should be used.
I also talk about the VKP Multi-Use Steam Canner that we just purchased. I've put it through its paces; as a steam canner, a hot water bath canner and a stock pot. Do I recommend it? Listen and find out!!
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This week, we sent our last remaining American Guinea Hogs off to their new home in Michigan . It is a bittersweet day for us. And while a lot of thought went into making this decision, it is very easy to second guess "quitting" something. And, so on this episode I remind you (and myself) that it is ok to quit things. In fact, sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves is to move onto something else.
On this episode, I discuss 5 reasons why we might want to quit things:
- You don't like it.
- You don't need it.
- You don't want to do it.
- You can't do it.
- You want to do something else.
Quitting doesn't have to be forever. sometimes it's "not now, but maybe later......" Whether it's a permanent quit or it's just a pause, it's ok to quit things, to shift gears, to do something else. It may feel uncomfortable. It may affect your how your perception of yourself. It might affect how others perceive you. But, it's STILL ok to quit things. Don't be afraid to be a quitter.
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Brian
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On this episode, I am joined once again by Amy Dingmann from A Farmish Kind of Life as we talk about "lifesteading" and her journey so far into being an empty nester.
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Brian
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On this episode we look at 3 questions we are asking ourselves to try to help right-size our homestead as we head in the direction of being empty nest homesteaders.
- What does your child contribute?
- What does your child consume?
- What does you need/want from your homestead?
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This year has been an emotional rollercoaster for all of us. At times we have felt excitement, pride, sadness, anticipation, nostalgia, happiness and relief. And sometimes we have felt them all at the same time. On this episode I am joined once again by Bonnie as we discuss those emotions and how we have survived (and are continuing to survive) this emotional rollercoaster as we hurtle towards becoming empty nest homesteaders.
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As I have been anticipating 3B Farm becoming 2B Farm as Brian Jr. heads off to college, it's left me with a bit of an identity crisis. For the last 18+ years of my life, my primary focus has been on trying to be a present dad. Now, my role as dad is about to change. And, while I'm excited about that, it also leaves me contemplating my purpose. And so, on this episode, I share with you 5 ways that I am trying to rediscover purpose in my life. Hopefully, this will be helpful for other who are also going through this transition. Enjoy!!!
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On this episode, we begin our series on homesteading as empty nesters. Bonnie and I are in the midst of that transition right now. This past week was Brian J's last week of school. And in a few months, he'll be headed off to college. And our lives will change drastically. Our homestead will change dramatically. And so as we work through all of that, we want to share with you some of the lessons we have learned and are learning to help those who will be making similar transitions in the future. We are starting this series off with some thoughts on "Letting Go". On this episode, Bonnie and I share 6 tips that we've found helpful as we've been learning to let Brian J go.
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Brian
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The day after I released Episode 156, (Be A Helpful Homesteader), I ran across a Facebook post that got me to thinking about the topic in a slightly different manner. Yes, sometimes people are harsh when replying to people's questions or problems. We've all seen that. But, I think we've also seen people get upset and offended because someone dared tell them the truth. And sometimes, well, the truth hurts. And so on this episode I talk about the importance of being teachable. Even when it hurts. Even when people are jerks.
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While scrolling through some of the Facebook homesteading groups, I saw over and over again people starting their post by saying, "Please be kind" or "Please don't judge me". It's sad to me that people feel the need to start out their post that way. And so, today's episode is really all about being kind, remember that we too, at one point didn't know the things, and that it really isn't hard to be kind to others. (And when all else fails, we can just scroll on by!!)
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This week, I ran across the story of Paul Strobel, a farmer in Western NY who had a run-in with some animal rights activists that left him shaken and worried that they might try to steal his livestock.
His story reminded me of a farmer near me several years ago name Joshua Rockwood who did have his animals taken under the guise of animal rights. He was able to fight and get his animals returned to him.
On this episode, we talk about how we as homesteaders should be vigilant and how we can take steps to avoid problems with animal rights activists.
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Brian!!
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This time of the year, I see many people asking questions similar to this: I'm in zone xyz, is it too soon to plant beans outside? On this episode we talk about what USDA hardiness zones or growing zones are and why I don't think they matter at all to "regular" vegetable gardens. We talk about instead why instead last and first average frost dates, the length between those dates (known as the growing season) and ambient air and soil temperatures are FAR better indicators as to when you should start that veggie garden. I also mention http://almanac.com as a great resource for much of that info.
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Ingredient Insiders: Where Chefs Talk
Inside the minds of the world’s top chefs and how they source their ingredients.
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On this final episode in our series on the Mediterranean Diet, I am once again joined by Bonnie as we talk about the pros/cons of the Mediterranean WOE.
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Last week, we visited my brother Eric in Alaska. He made arrangements for us to visit the homestead of some friends of his from church. On this episode I talk about that visit and what I learned. Am I inspired to move to Alaska? Listen, and find out.
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Brian
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Perhaps the biggest impact the Mediterranean Diet has had on how we homestead is on the animals we are raising for meat. On this episode we dive into what those changes are.
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On this episode we talk about gardening Mediterranean style? Are there things you MUST grow while on the Mediterranean diet? Are there things you shouldn't grow? How is following this diet, impacting how we garden this year?
The answers might surprise you!!!
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For awhile, I really struggled with whether or not we could follow the Mediterranean Diet and still be homesteaders. After all, we don't live in the Mediterranean. And there are a lot of common ingredients to the Mediterranean Diet, that we cannot grow here in upstate NY.
A. We can't produce olive oil
B. We are 100s of miles away from the ocean and fresh seafood
C. We can't grow citrus, artichokes, olives, capers, figs and pomegranates, all things found in many Mediterranean diet dishes.
D. Because we have smaller acreage, we can't grow lots of whole grains or nuts.
But, eventually I realized that I was focused on the wrong things. Instead of being focused on what I COULD do, I was focused on what I COULDN'T do.
A. I can grow LOTS of vegetables.
B. I can grow LOTS of herbs.
C. I can raise a lot of meat.
D. Even Ma and Pa Ingalls bought stuff at the store.
E. The principles of the Mediterranean Diet are universal.
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Brian
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On this episode, Bonnie joins me once again as we dive into what the Mediterranean Diet is and why we have chosen to adopt it. We talk about what we've found easy. And what we've found challenging. I also give Bonnie a pop geography quiz and she tries to give me directions to the Mediterranean region using fence posts???!!!
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On this episode, I am joined by my lovely wife Bonnie as we talk about 5 keys to ensuring long term success when adopting a new way of eating. We talk about the difference between diets, diet plans and "ways of eating" and how that terminology has been helpful as we adopt the Mediterranean Diet.
The 5 Keys To Success we discuss are:
1. Accountability
2. Support
3. Affordability
4. Lifestyle Impact
5. Understanding Your Why
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We are facing a season of change here on the homestead. Bonnie was recently diagnosed as pre-diabetic and thus prescribe the Mediterranean Diet. And we are also facing the prospect of an empty nest. On this episode I share with you how these changes have been impacting me and how they are going to impact this podcast.
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Back on Episode 133, we talked about the 3 ways we were growing potatoes here on our homestead. So, how did things work out? On today's episode we talk about what worked well, what didn't work well and what we'll be doing differently next year.
Also, this is the last episode of season 4.
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On this episode we talk about the importance of avoiding the trap of doing things you don't like just because people expect it of you. Don't do what you hate!
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This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend the first annual fall gathering of Homesteaders of New England in Greenfield, NH. On this episode I share my thoughts on the event and how it has impacted my homesteading journey.
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On this week's episode I share some of the things I'll be doing this fall and things I've been thinking I need to do in the spring to set myself up for success for next year's garden.
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It seems like nothing has gone right on the homestead this year. But, we soldier on.
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It's the time of the year when homesteaders are busy preserving the harvest. On this episode, we talk about the 5 major methods of food preservation and how you decide on what method to use. Enjoy!!!
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A few months ago, I ran across this quote by Ann Lamott, "Expectations Are Resentments Under Construction" and knew it would make for a great topic on the podcast.
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Recipe of the Day
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We arrived home yesterday from our vacation. And I found a very weedy garden waiting for me. At first I was very frustrated and upset over that. I felt inept as a gardener, a failure as a homesteader, a fraud as a homesteading content creator. But, then I remembered WHY the garden has weeds. And that change in perspective caused me to see the weeds in a way I never have.
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Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
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It's been awhile since I've done a product review. Today we talk EDC's and whether or not a Leatherman Super-Tool 300 meets that need.
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Dirt Road Discussions
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On this episode I share with you an exciting announcement !!
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This week I almost screwed up, big time! I almost let the homestead get in the way of something far more important..... my relationship with my son.
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On this episode I am excited to be joined by Clare from Start Small Homestead on Instagram. Her bio says, "I have an eight by 10 patio and can't plant in the ground. There are big obstacles in my teeny space, but I'm homesteading anyway. Some dreams start small."
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Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
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Because I primarily garden in raised beds that are about 10 to 12 inches deep until a couple of years ago, I had only tried growing potatoes once. A big part of the reason why I didn't try growing potatoes is because I thought you need a depth and a quality of soil that I don't have. Another part of the reason why I didn't grow potatoes is because I had only seen them grown in the very labor intensive "dig a ditch" and then "hill the crap" out of them before playing hide and go seek with the potatoes with a potato fork.
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I was recently interviewed for a magazine. As part of that interview, they asked that I also submit a video about 5 things I think someone needs to know in order to start a successful vegetable garden. While I don't want to spoil the entire thing, I did think it would be appropriate to offer up my introduction as kind of a teaser. So, enjoy. And stay tuned for the publication of the interview and the release of the entire video!!
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On Memorial Day, our tradition is to go visit my grandparents grave up in Monkton, Vermont. It's a really pretty ride. But, it's also a great time for me to reflect on the memories of my grandparents. And, today I reflect on 3 things that I learned from my Papa.
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Today we are revisiting the topic of meat chickens. And in particular we are focusing on the sustainability aspect of raising the Cornish X. The fact is that as homesteaders we cannot hatch out our own Cornish X. We are dependant on others to do this for us. Is there a better way? On this episode we talk about the other options and why we continue to raise the Cornish X on our homestead.
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Somewhere I ran across this quote; "100% of the Seeds You Never Plant Will Never Sprout" and when I did, I thought, "Boy, that will make a great podcast episode." Today is that day. Today we talk about 4 things that keep us from ever getting started and what we can do to overcome our fear.
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Time, Money and Space. The lack of these are the biggest barriers to taking the next right step on our homesteading journey. But, maybe our issue isn't a lack of resources. Maybe it's because we're looking at things the wrong way. Today's episode is all about reframing our minds to get us to think about things differently.
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Lately I've been struggling with feelings of inadequacy. That what I'm doing isn't enough. It's not good enough. I look at what others are doing and I feel like it doesn't measure up. On today's episode I remind myself that we all have unique constraints. And that I can only be the best version of me that I can be. And think you should do the same.
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"Go Big or Go Home"..... We use that phrase a lot (at least in the USA) as a means of encouraging people to dive headlong into things, with gusto and 100% commitment. On this episode we talk about 3 different posts I recently saw on FB homesteading groups that were indicative of that mentality and why I think it is a REALLY bad approach to homesteading.
I also reference my interview on the Understory Lawyer.
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On today's episode I am joined once again by my son, Brian Jr. He shares his perspective of what growing up on a homestead has meant to him. We talk about the lessons he's learned, the positive aspects as well as the negative aspects. And we talk about whether or not he plans on homesteading in the future.
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On today's episode we talk about how kids growing up on a homestead gain valuable lessons in the value of hard work and the value of food.
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On today's episode we are talking about how growing up on a homestead gives up opportunities to teach our kids responsibility. This is an episode that probably is more about what we've done wrong than what we've done right. But, I hope you find it helpful as you navigate the tricky waters of giving your kids the right levels of responsibility.
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This is week's episode is a difficult one. As a society, I think we have a tendency to avoid dealing with death and loss. And so I fully expect that this will end up being the least downloaded episode ever on this podcast. But, I think it is so important that we talk about death. And I think that if we do it right, kids raised on a homestead will have a much better perspective on death and a much better ability to process it.
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Raising kids on a homestead leads to some interesting conversations. They learn so much about life by living the homesteading lifestyle. They learn about the birds and the bees, the cycle of life, the fragility of life and so much more.
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On this episode, we begin a multipart series about raising kids on a homestead. Over the next several weeks we'll talk about how life on the homestead leads to lessons in life, death and loss, responsibility, and value of hard work and food. And we'll end the series with an interview with my son, Brian Jr. However, to kick things off, we talk about the importance of involving your kids in things not on the homestead. My strong belief is that if you fail to do that, you could very well teach your kids lessons in resentment; resenting the homesteading lifestyle, but more importantly, resenting you.
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On this episode I am joined once again by Jack Pollner from The Mindful Homestead as we discuss homestead scale maple syrup production. We also discuss why Jack decided NOT to make maple syrup this year on his homestead. In this episode we mention his barrel evaporator:
This Barrel Will Make Liquid Gold! - DIY Barrel Maple Evaporator Pt 1
This Barrel Will Make Liquid Gold! - DIY Barrel Maple Evaporator Pt 2
We also discuss their latest endeavor, The Dapper Pig.
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On this episode, I am honored to be joined by Amy Dingmann from the blog and podcast, A Farmish Kind of Life. Her podcast was one of the first homesteading podcasts I discovered and she has been a source of encouragement to me. Part of the reason why is because Amy keeps it real. In a world where many times content creators focus on the Instagram worthy and neglect the "ugly parts" of homesteading. And so, today Amy and I talk about the importance of keeping things real in a cottage core and "pretty pretty princess" world.
I also give you my thoughts on the current avian influenza situation that is sweeping the United States and the things I'm doing to keep my flock healthy.
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This week I received confirmation of what I had feared. The farm truck will cost more to repair than it's worth. And so, now it's time for me, a guy who is so not a car guy, to begin searching for a new farm truck. And so I decided to reach out to some local buddies of mine to have them help me talk through what I need to consider. Hopefully, if you find yourself in a similar spot, you'll also find their advice helpful.
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Last year I bought the Proletariat Wire Weeder (aka hoe, although that seems to get people in trouble on Facebook and Youtube). And so after using it for a season, I decided to give you my thoughts on it. Spoiler alert, I highly recommend it. And so I reached out to Never Sink Tools and asked for a coupon code and they delivered. Use code: HOMESTEADJOURNEY at checkout for 5% off any wire hoe or click the link below.
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We are back, kicking off season 3. And we are starting with a garden episode. I think that no matter how long you've been gardening, you struggle with deciding what to plant and how much to plant. And that all starts with knowing how much and what to buy from a seed perspective. Seeds aren't cheap. Garden space is at a premium. And so on this episode, I share with you 5 things I think you should do before you buy another seed.
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Back in December, when I put the podcast on hiatus, I promised you that I would come back with at least one more episode to let you know if I was going to quit for good or continue on. On this episode, I reveal that decision.
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Part of the feedback I got from the survey was a suggestion that I share some of the books I find helpful. This is the list
General Homesteading:
1. Back to Basics 2. The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It: The Complete Back-to-Basics Guide by John Seymore 3. From Home To Small Town Homestead: Pursuing Self-Sufficiency and Sustainability No Matter Where You Live by Harold Thornbro 4. The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It Yourself by Carla Emrey 5. The Backyard Homestead: Produce all the food you need on just a quarter acre! Carleen Madigan
Gardening:
1. Square Foot Gardening by Mel Bartholomew 2. Gardening Without Work by Ruth Stout 3. Gaia's Garden by Toby Hemenway 4. New Organic Grower /
5. 4 Season Harvest Eliot Coleman
Raising Chickens:
1. Chickens: The Small-Scale Poultry Flock: An All-Natural Approach to Raising Chickens and Other Fowl for Home and Market Growers by Harvey Usery
Canning:
1. Ball Blue Book of Canning 2. Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
Fermentation:
1. The Art of Fermentation by Sandoor Katz
Books on Food:
1. Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and Diet Dictocrats by Sally Fallon 2. The Bad Food Bible: How and Why to Eat Sinfully by Aaron Carroll
Autobiography/Biography:
1. Coop: A Family, a Farm, and the Pursuit of One Good Egg Michael Perry 2. Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed by Cathy Payne 3. Up Tunket Road: The Education of a Modern Homesteader Philip Ackerman-Leist 4. LIttle House on the Prairie (Farmer Boy)
Books In My Queue:The Ethical Meat Handbook by Meredith LeighPure Charcuterie by Meredith LeighPolyface Micro by Joel SalatinThe Rodale Book of CompostingEnjoy!!
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This week I ran across an article entitled: Meet the Appalachian Apple Hunter Who Rescued 1,000 ‘Lost’ Varieties
It is the story of a retired chemical engineer named Tom Brown who since 2001 has been searching for and "rescuing" apple varieties from the Appalachians. He actually stumbled across this "hobby" by visiting a farmer's marked in 1998 where he found a little stand filled with what he refers to as "strange looking apples." And through this "hobby", he has been able to save over 1,000 apple varieties that may have been lost forever.
As I read the article and then had subsequent conversations with people, it got me to thinking that while most of us will never save 1,000 apple varieties, as homesteaders we can do something It may be helping to save a particular breed of animal, or cultivating a variety of vegetable year after year passing the seeds on to subsequent generation, or passing on a skill; but all of us can do something.
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My buddy Jack Pollner from the Mindful Homestead and I have been talking for awhile about whether or not a homesteading convention in New England is needed. And I also wonder if other regional conventions might be needed? So, on this episode we talk about that.
Below, are a list of conventions that I am aware of along with their "region" as I see it.
Homesteaders of America (Southeastern)
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If you are new to raising chickens and you live in a place that has colder winters, you may wonder what you should do to ensure you properly care for your chickens during the winter. On this episode we talk about 3 very common mistakes people make when winterizing chicken coops.
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This week I ran across this article that discusses the importance of fermentation to gut health (microbiome) and I found it very fascinating. As someone who has struggled with gastro-intestinal issues and has found help through fermented products, it really resonated with me. I challenge you to read the article and I hope you enjoy my thoughts.
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In February of 2019, approximately 4 months after we took delivery of our Kioti CK3510SE, I did a video about why we purchased that particular tractor. I have had many people ask for a follow up video and so now, after 3 years of ownership, I am following that video up with the issues I've had with the tractor as well as my thoughts on whether or not I'd buy it again.
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The most watched video on my Youtube channel is my initial thoughts on our Kioti CK3510SE. Very frequently, I have been asked about providing an update to that video since we have had our tractor now for 3 years. But, before I do an update on that, I thought that perhaps an episode on some of the things a homesteader should consider when buying a tractor would be helpful And so, on this episode we talk about understanding what you need, what you want and what you can afford before buying a tractor.
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One of the members of the supporting listeners program reached out to me with recommendations on a burner for outdoor canning. And so on today's episode, I share with you some of the things you should consider when coming up with a setup for outdoor canning.
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On this podcast, I am joined by Meredith Leigh, the person who ran the charcuterie workshop that Jack and I talked about last week. We talk about her journey into teaching (which may surprise you) as well as why ethical meat is so important.
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Last weekend, I attended with Jack Pollner a charcuterie intensive course in Massachusetts. I also was privileged to spend a few nights with Jack, Jackie and Emma at The Mindful Homestead. And so, on this episode Jack and I talk about what we learned and enjoyed about the course that was taught by Meredith Leigh.
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On this episode I am honored to be joined by Carl from The Self Sufficient Hub Podcast. Carl is a homesteader living in the UK with his wife and young family. He hosts the self sufficient hub podcast and YouTube channel and is 3 years into working towards self sufficiency. This September he is undertaking a self sufficient challenge where he is only eating things he can procure himself - right down to salt and spices.
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Back on episode 46, I shared with you 10 things you can do now to set yourself up for success with next year's garden. Using those thoughts as a springboard, I share with you on this episode some of the lessons I've learned this year and things I'll be doing next year to achieve an even more abundant harvest.
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On today's episode we talk about lacto-fermentation. Can you believe that I am 100 episodes in, and I haven't dedicated an episode to this topic? I couldn't believe it myself. So, today we talk about what it is, it's benefits, and how easy it is to get started doing it.
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Sometimes I can get so focused on raising and growing food that I lose sight of other things. On this episode I talk about a big mistake I almost made and why sometimes, the homestead needs to take second fiddle to other things in your life.
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This week was our county fair . And, for us, when it's fair time, nothing else matters..... And this year I was honored to be asked to speak once again on the topic of modern homesteading. And so this week's episode is all about our time at the fair and includes the talk I gave. Because this was recorded at the fair, the audio isn't as good as it usually is, but my hope is that it still understandable.
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Sometimes we have a dream. It's something that you seemingly can't shake. It can start to consume you. You share it with other people. Instead of thinking you're crazy, they see the vision. And they buy into it. And it starts to consume them. And then it doesn't work out.
That can be soul crushing. It can be demoralizing. And I think many, many homesteaders have been there. They found the perfect piece of property. They dream of all of the things they could do on that land. And then for whatever reason, it doesn't work out.
That happened to us recently. And so I share with you our experience. And the fact that it's all good. Maybe it's not the right place. Maybe it's not the right vision. Or maybe right now, well, it's not the right time. But, it's all good. It's all good.
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On today's episode we talk about All-American canners. I have two (a 921 and a 930). On this episode I give my thoughts on both of them.
I also mention Mirro and Presto canners. It is my opinion, that if you go that route, you should upgrade the "jiggler" from the generic one to one that can be set to different lbs of pressure. Here is the Presto version.
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Back on episode 39, I talked about the fact that you CAN can. Many people are afraid to try. But, some people also don't fully understand the risks. On this episode I talk about 5 of the most common mistakes I see people new to canning make. My goal isn't to scold you; so if you've made this mistakes please don't take it that way. My goal is to help you can safely so that you can enjoy the bountiful harvest and others can as well.
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This episode is a bit of a follow up to last week's episode. Last week I talked about a recent interaction I had with "a jerk" in the homesteading community. And it got me to thinking. If we're not careful, sometimes we can end up being "that jerk". And so today's episode is just a friendly reminder..... don't be "that guy (or gal)".
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On this episode I am joined by Holly Stockley from the Vintage Americana podcast. We talk about how having 2 special needs daughters lead them towards the homesteading lifestyle. We talk about how homesteading and animals have benefited them and how they are gradually moving from a suburban lifestyle to a homestead that they are building in the country. We also discuss Holly's podcast and in part we touch on something called "Cottage Core" that Holly refers to as the "Pretty Pretty Princess" version of homesteading in a recent blog post you can find here. Along the way we have a few laughs.
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Today as I was scrolling through Facebook, I ran across a post in a meat rabbits group where someone was asking for some information. Instead of answering the question, someone else decided to make fun and belittle the person asking the question. And it got me to thinking; jerks are everywhere. And, if you're not careful, you can allow them to kill your curiosity. On today's episode I challenge you to ignore them. And to keep asking questions and growing in your knowledge of homesteading.
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On this episode I give my thoughts on the Winstrip trays I trialed this spring. I tell you what I liked, what I didn't like and I give my recommendation on whether or not homesteaders should purchase them.
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On episode 92 of the podcast, I shared with you the fact that I am FINALLY able to grow zucchini after several years of not being able to. But, with great power, comes great responsibility. And I'm sure that I'm not the only one who wonders what to do with all of the abundance I am seeing. Now, I could turn it into eggs or bacon by feeding it to my chickens and pigs. Or I could annoy my neighbors by sneaking it onto their porches. Or, I can eat it. On this episode I share with you some of our favorite ways to enjoy this veggie.
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A couple of weeks ago I ran into a friend from church. I don't think I had seen him since before the pandemic and if I had, it hadn't been for long. As we stood there catching up, he was asking me about some of the the things we had been doing on the farm that he had seen on Facebook. And then he asked me this question; "Brian, how do you get it all done????" And then, I had to share with him my dirty little secret..... I don't.
Many times it is easy for us to get either an incomplete or fully wrong perspective of someone else's life. And then we measure ourselves against a measuring stick that isn't realistic or may be flat out wrong. The Bible tells us that those who measure themselves among themselves are not wise. How true that is.
And so this episode is just a reminder for you to focus on living out your journey. Don't compare yourself to other people. And if you feel tempted to compare yourself to me and think that you're not doing enough, just remind yourself of my dirty little secret, "I'm not getting it all done either." And it's all good.
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Do you remember "why" you started your homestead journey? Sometimes we need to reminder ourselves of that to help us keep putting one foot in front of the other.
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This week I spent camping with my son's Boy Scout troop. While there, I was able to dive into Cathy R. Payne's book, Saving the Guinea Hogs. As I was reading the book, I was struck by the fact that the policies that lead to the near extinction of the American Guinea Hog were also responsible for the near extinction of homestead community. These are my thoughts on that. And here is a link to Cathy's wonderful book.
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On FMF7 and FMF9 we talked about 9 items that are useful and versatile on the homestead. But, there are some products that while super useful, just don't seem to have more than their intended use. And that's ok. What they do, they do REALLY well. So, here are 5 of my favorites.
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This week, leading up to the Fourth of July, I was thinking about perhaps the most famous words from our Declaration of Independence. "We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." I think for many people in 2020 homesteading epitomized those words.
I think there were a lot of people who woke up in 2020 to the fact that our food system is very, very fragile, that our political system is an absolute mess and that when it all boils down to it, we need to take greater responsibility for our Life. And our Liberty and our Pursuit of Happiness. And I think for some people, they saw in homesteading a way to live that out. And so that is our topic of conversation on this episode.
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Back on FMF7, we talked about 5 Useful and Versatile Items on the homestead. I asked your feedback with the promise that I would do a followup episode. So, as promised, here are 4 More Useful and Versatile Items.
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This episode is the first in what will be a monthly feature here on the podcast; a homestead product review. On this episode we talk about my portable poultry netting setup that I purchased in 2018 from Premier 1. I talk about what I like, what I don't like and whether or not I'd recommend you'd buy it!!
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This week was absolutely a crazy week on the homestead. Between a trip to PA to attend a family reunion, my parent's 45th wedding anniversary and a visit from my brother and sister in law and their family, I really didn't have much time for homesteading stuff. Instead, I tried to be in the moment, spending as much time as I possibly could with them. This FMF is my challenge to you attempt to find balance in life, EVEN IF that means allowing the homestead to take a backseat to other, more important things.
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On this week's episode, I am happy to be joined by Don Bradner from Little Mountain Life. We talk about their journey into homesteading and how they are building a pole barn house. We also talk about growing microgreens and our shared love of the Cincinnati Reds.
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I love things on the homestead that are useful. But, I also love things that are versatile. And I really enjoy repurposing things. So, today I talk about 5 of the most versatile and useful items on our homestead.
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This week Basil had a litter of piglets. On Saturday, I did my initial evaluation and thought that it might be helpful for me to explain what I look for in a pig. So, on this episode I talk about the things that are important to me as a breeder.
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Every year, my goal is a weed free garden. And every year, I fail. This year, I have a plan. 3 easy steps that I am going to follow that I think you can follow too!!
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Have you ever felt like nothing is going right? That nothing is going according to plan? This spring has felt that way on our homestead. Starting with the leaky window sills that led to a mold issue in the master bedroom up through this past week where I had a visit to the ER, it has been a struggle to get things headed the right way on the homestead. So, today (at Bonnie's urging) I share with you some of the ways that we handle when things don't go right on 3B Farm and Homestead.
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On this week's 5 Minute Friday, I encourage you to move beyond fruits when making jams and jellies. Did you know you can use flowers, herbs, veggies and even corn cobs to make jams and jellies? If you're new to all of this, you may want to start with the more standard fruit based jams and jellies (and there is certainly nothing wrong with that. They taste GREAT!!) But, if you've done that, then I urge you to try something unique. You might just like it.
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A lot of times, as we think about being a homesteader, we think about the short term.
We think about raising and growing food. We think about preserving food. We think about raising animals and putting meat in the freezer and that's certainly important, but many times I think we lose sight of the fact that what we are doing is far more important than just putting food on the table or food in the freezer. We are building a legacy.
On this episode I share some of my memories of my legacy. And encourage you to keep up the good work, as you too, are leaving a legacy behind.
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Many people would like to start canning but they aren't sure where or how to get started. Making jams and jellies is an easy way try it out. You can get started in many cases with things you already having in your kitchen (you'll need to buy jelly jars/lids/rings). But, if you have a stock pot, you have all you need to get started.
Most jelly/jam recipes are very easy. They generally require three ingredients; fruit, sugar and pectin. My advice is to buy a box of Sure Jell pectin and follow the recipe to a "T". It may seem likes its a lot of sugar. Just go with it. (Or buy the low sugar variety. But, i'd still recommend new people start with the regular Sure Jell). You can can. Making jams and jellies is kind of like getting chickens; its the gateway drug to food preservation.
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If you are considering relocation (in particular from an urban area to a rural area) there are 7 things you NEED to know to ensure you have success.
- You ARE an outsider
- No one cares about how great where you came from is
- Leave the city in the city
- You don't know as much as you think you do
- There are local customs, foods, celebrations and mannerisms. Embrace them.
- Change comes slowly (if at all)
- No one expects you to stick around.
Certainly this episode could be construed as a bit more negative than what I usually publish. But, I hope you find it helpful.
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Don't ever give up.
Don't stop trying.
Don't give up. Push harder.
Don't quit.
These are things that we are told from a young age. But, sometimes the best thing we can do is be a quitter. I'm not talking about just turning tail and running when adversity comes. We are certainly going to face adversity on the homestead. But, there are some times when quitting is the best thing we can do for our homestead journey. On this episode of Five Minute Fridays I encourage you to be a quitter.
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On this episode we talk about when you may want to NOT do some homesteading things and instead, hire someone else to do them; in essence, trading dollars for hours. I also mention the Livestock Conservancy and the fact that this week is International Heritage Breeds Week.
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On this episode of Five Minute Fridays, we talk about trellising. We talk about it's benefits and my favorite way to trellis vegetables.
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On this episode I am pleased to be joined by two wonderful guests. My lovely wife Bonnie joins me as we talk to Deborah Niemann from thriftyhomesteader.com. Deborah is the author of several books, including Homegrown and Homemade and Raising Goats Naturally. She is also the host of the podcast, "For the Love of Goats". We talk about how goats can be great contributors to a homestead and how many times they get an undeserved "bad rap". Could Deborah convince Bonnie that we need goats on 3B Farm and Homestead? Listen and find out!!!
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This is the first episode of our new series, 5 Minute Fridays. These episodes will be my answers to questions or take on a homesteading topic in 5 minutes or less. They will also include a motivational quote of the week to help you tackle your homesteading weekend.
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This week I learned of a ballot initiative in Colorado called PAUSE, "Protect Animals from Unnecessary Suffering and Exploitation". That sounds like a good thing, until you read the text (click here to do so). What you find is that it criminalizes normal homesteading practices with regards to raising animals and it places onerous burdens on the raising of livestock for meat. Activists are attempting to get a similar ballot initiative on the ballot in Oregon (you can read about that here.)
But, homesteading is also under attack indirectly. There is a proposed law in California that specifically targets small engines which are used primarily in lawn and garden equipment. And the NY state legislature just passed a bill which is headed to the governor for signature that will mandate that by 2035 ALL vehicles sold in New York be electric, making it much more difficult for people to live in rural areas.
Homesteading is also under attack through recent influxes of people leaving city life for the country due to COVID. These individuals don't understand farming practices and seek to use ordinances to restrict what people can/cannot do on their land.
For many people lately, "keep politics out of homesteading" has been a mantra. And I understand why. Juvenile, petty name calling has become the norm. Blaming the "other side" is a common occurance.
Perhaps both Democrats and Republicans would be better served to acknowledge that their "team" has contributed to the situation in which we find ourselves. And we certainly need to have people start acting like adults again. We MUST find some civility and find a way to have difficult conversations about difficult topics. As homesteaders, we need to have each other's back. And we need to remember that while we may not live in Colorado or Oregon, our state might be the next one to adopt a resolution that would criminalized our way of life. We no longer have the luxury of leaving the politics out of homesteading!!!
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On this week's episode we talk pigs; ear notching, ear tagging and my LEAST favorite chore of all time. I share with you why we do what we do, I explain a little about the Universal Ear Notching System and I explain why we castrate males on our farm.
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This week as I was scrolling through Facebook homesteading groups, I ran across this post, "Is having meat chickens worth it to you??? We have about 28 currently and I feel like we’ve put so much money into these things. I thought this was going to be cheaper than buying store bought meat... I was very very wrong"
On this episode, I address one of the biggest myths of homesteading; that it will save you money on your grocery bill. There is a REAL cost to raising REAL food. I explain why I don't think you'll ever be able to beat grocery store prices AND why I still think you should raise and grow your own food anyhow.
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This week a listener by the name of Jeremiah reached out and asked me some questions about the best way to make money on your homestead. After I answered him, I got to thinking that this might be a good topic for an episode. And, upon further reflection, I felt that my original reply to Jeremiah was lacking. And so I have put together my thoughts on how to use your homestead to generate income.
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On this episode, I am happy to be joined by Farmer Greg Peterson from theurbanfarm.org and host of The Urban Farm Podcast. Greg is a green living and sustainability innovator whose mission is to inspire people to embrace their own greenness, which he does daily by living what he speaks. As a resident of Phoenix for the last 48 years, Greg is well-versed in urban sustainability and food production in dry lands. He was first introduced to desert gardening at the age of 12. In 1991, he discovered the concept of permaculture, bringing together many sustainability concepts into one cohesive system. Then in 2001, Greg created a new concept called the Urban Farm, a real world environmental showcase home in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. He applied his extensive background to transform this 1950’s built tract home into an innovative holistic home site. The Urban Farm, featuring an entirely edible landscape, including over 70 fruit trees, rainwater and greywater harvesting, three solar applications, and extensive use of reclaimed and recycled building materials. Greg has hosted the Urban Farm Podcast since 2015 and has produced almost 600 episodes, interviewing farmers, authors, business leaders, advocates, and changemakers in sustainable living practices and urban farmer. Guests have included Jason Mraz, Joel Salatin and David Holmgren to name just a few. When I was talking with Greg and his team about coming on the show, there were so many topics that I wanted to discuss with him. But, today's show will be focused on permaculture and food forests.
On this episode we talk about the book Gaia's Garden and 3 episodes that Greg did on The Urban Farm Podcast with David Holmgren, the co-founder of Permaculture.
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On this week's episode we head back to the garden to talk about hybrids varieties of vegetables. Many times, in homesteading and gardening circles, hybrids get a bad rap. People love their heirlooms and open pollinated varieties (and so do I) and treat "hybrid" like it's a dirty word.
Now, certainly hybrids at times have fairly earned a reputation as not being very tasty. And I understand why some people have an issue with them with regards to seed patents. But, not all hybrids have patents on them. And don't believe the hooey when people tell you that hybrids are "basically GMOs".
On this episode we jump into what hybrids are (and are not). We talk about their benefits. And I share with you why I grow a mixture of heirloom and hybrids in my garden.
I also break down the busy week we had on the homestead (including me accidentally locking my wife in the coop.) I also reveal an exciting upcoming event. Email me for more info.
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Currently lumber prices are through the roof. A friend I work with told me the other day that the trusses that she had ordered last year for $8,000 (and then had to cancel) were going to cost her $24,000 this year. If you go to Lowes (or Home Depot or your local lumber yard) you'll find that 2x4's that used to cost $2 or $3 are going for $6 or $7 each. Plywood that used to cost $15 now costs over $30 each. So, as we head into springtime when many homesteaders are looking to make improvements or add animals (and thus need to build shelters), what can and should we do?
On this episode I talk about 5 potential options.
I also answer a couple of listener questions, one about keeping deer out of the garden. And another about some things we choose not to grow on our homestead.
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For some reason, it seems that many people in the homesteading world think that in order to be a "real" homesteader, you shouldn't work an off homestead/farm job. Is it possible to be a full-time homesteader? I don't think so. And on this episode, I explain why.
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This is the fourth and final episode in our three part series on starting seeds. When I started this series, my plan was to only do three episodes: one on What to start, when to start, how much to start. The second would cover 6 basic things needed for seed starting. And finally I planned to wrap up the series by talking about how we start seeds on 3B Farm and Homestead. But, this week as I was scrolling through some of the Homesteading and Gardening groups on Facebook, I saw many people asking what "hardening off" seedlings meant and how to do it. And I got to thinking. No series on seed starting is complete without a discussion of this process. Because you can have all of the right gear; you can do everything right; you can have beautiful seedlings but if you don't harden them off properly, 9.9 times out of 10, they will die and you will have wasted all of that time, effort and energy. In fact, the 2 most common mistakes I see people who are new to seed starting make is they don't have the lights close enough to their plants and end up with leggy seedlings. And they don't harden the seedlings off properly and end up with dead plants.
So, on this episode we talk about what it means to harden of seedlings, when to start it and how we do it here on 3B Farm and Homestead.
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Here is the link to the interview with Caleb at Caleb versus Self.
Here is the link to the Drooling Moose Podcast.
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On this episode, we talk about the seed starting system we use here on 3B Farm and Homestead. I share with you the things we have tried that didn’t work so well as well as the things that have worked very well for us. Keep in mind that this is a work in process and what I do next year may differ from what I do this year. I certainly don’t claim this to be the world’s BEST seed starting system. But, it has worked well for us and I think that it will work very well for most home gardeners. Below are links to all of the gear I discuss. Some things are affiliate links. Some are not. I wish you all the success in the world in starting seeds this year.
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Last week we talked about what to start indoors, when to start it and how much to start. This week we are moving on to the nuts and bolts of starting seeds; the basics that you need to be successful in starting seeds.
On this episode we talk about the 6 basic things you need:
1. Seed starting mix
2. Containers
3. Water
4. Light
5. Seeds
6. Proper environment
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It's that time of the year; the time when we turn our attention to the spring and we think about getting our gardens started. For some of us, that means starting some seeds indoors. Maybe you are new to gardening and you're confused as to what should be started indoors, what should be direct sown, and what can go either way. Maybe you're unsure of what varieties you should grow (after all, if you've been buying your transplants, there are usually only a handful of varieties to choose from. When you start from seeds, it seems like there are 100s!!) Maybe you're not sure of when you should start your seeds or how many you should start. This show and this series is for you!!
Over the next several weeks, we are going to take a deep dive into seed starting. On this episode, we talk about the "What", "When", and "How Much" questions. Next week, we'll take a look at the "nuts and bolts" of seed starting, the medium, the containers, and the systems you can use. And the third episode in the series will include some of the lessons I've learned along the way as well as an overview of my current seed starting system; a system so simple just about anyone could do it.
On this episode I do refer you to a few previous episodes, Episode 6 and Episode 8.
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I am calling this episode "don't forget the perennials" Now, the idea for this episode came from a conversation I had last Sunday evening with the father, his name is James, of one of the scouts in my son's troop. You may recall that I recorded last week's episode on Saturday because we were planning on going tubing with the scouts at the mountain where my son and I work. While the scouts continued to tube, I went into the lodge to have a cup of hot chocolate to warm up and Jim and I got to talking. Jim is an avid gardener and food preserver. I'm not sure if he'd consider himself a homesteader. I've never asked him. But, as we started talking one thing led to another and we got onto the topic of perennials and I thought, "I've got to talk about this on the podcast!"
But, in part this is also a follow on to last week's episode on sustainability. And in part, this is an addition to my series on gardening. Time of the year when homesteaders and gardeners are anxious to get their fingers in some dirt. People down south may have already started seeds in greenhouses. Maybe you've even direct sown a few things. Those of us up north are a still a ways out from that. Unless you have special equipment like high tunnels. Where I live, most people put their gardens in on Memorial Day weekend. Officially last average frost date is mid-May and so many people just wait until Memorial Day weekend to plant the bulk of their gardens.
This is the time of the year when many content creators, podcasters and Youtubers are putting out garden related content. Where/when/how to buy seeds. When/where/how to start seeds. All of that great garden content. But, what ends up getting lost in some of that are the perennials. And that is something that I am VERY guilty of. In fact, if you go back to E43 where I share 6 of my biggest regrets in homesteading, is that I waited so long to introduce perennials to our homestead.
So, today we are going to talk perennials, what they are, why you want to include them, some reasons why sometimes they get skipped, and finally some of the perennials I am excited about trying this year:
1. Skirret
2. Good King Henry
3. Lovage
4. Jerusalem Artichokes
5. Indian Potato (Apios Americana)
6. Sochan
7. Horseradish
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Sustainability is a word that can mean many things. But, many times when people use the term, they use it as a synonym for environmentally friendly. In my opinion, that's a very narrow view of the word.
Google defines sustaininabilty as:
* the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
* avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance.
Because people have a tendency to look at sustainability primarily from an environmentla perspective, the first part of the definition, "the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level" gets lost.
I admittedly approach this from a bit of a prepper point of view. While I don't have bunkers filled with guns, ammo and MRE's, when I think about sustainability on my homestead, I am thinking about worst case scenarios: What if the proverbial poop hits the fan. Do I have systems in place where I could maintain our life at a meaningful level?
On this episode, I talk about that as well as sustainability from an environmental perspective. We talk about some ways that you can build sustainability into your homestead journey.
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Today's episode is the second in a 3 part series as we talk about becoming more self-sufficient, self-reliant and sustainable this year.
I take you back, almost to the beginning (Episode 2) to talk about how I define those terms. We also take a look back at Episode 3 where I talked about some great resources you can use to help learn homesteading skills. I then talk about 6 barriers that can keep us from being successful in learning those skills and things you can do to overcome those barriers and make this year your most self-reliant year yet!!
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I take you back, almost to the beginning (Episode 2) to talk about how I define those terms. And then we dive into the first steps towards becoming more self-sufficient this year.
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What a crazy week this has been. We are a little over a week into 2021 and I think some of us are already starting the countdown to 2022. For those of you listening to this podcast in the future, I am recording this the Sunday after Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building in DC. This week also had some Senate runoffs in Georgia to determine control of the next congress. We are still in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic and it seems that the vaccine roll-outs are not going as smoothly as people had hoped.
Of course, the debate on the social media platforms has been VERY intense, more intense than I recall previously. Because of what took place with Trump's supporters, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram have banned him from their platforms. Google and Apple have removed the Parler app from the app store. And now we have people threatening to leave Facebook and Twitter for Parler and Mewe and I'm not even sure what other options there are out there.
Quite honestly, the chaos of this week, in particular on social media, has really caused me to reflect on my usage up to this point and what my usage my look like going forward. And while politics has a lot to do with it, certainly Youtube and Facebook in particular over the last several years have become increasingly hostile towards certain types of homesteading content which causes me to further rethink the role of social media in my life.
And so today's episode is going to be really more of my talking out loud as I try to determine my path forward. Honestly, I have more questions than answers and certainly no conclusions will be made at the end of this episode. But, I am sure that I am not the only one who is wrestling with this. So, let's wrestle with it together.
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This is the time of the year when people are setting goals. Personal, professional and if you're into homesteading, setting goals for your homestead. All of that is great. As I reflect back on my goals for 2020, I will tell you that some of the things I had planned didn't get done. Life had other plans. Now, I certainly think that goals are great. But, flexibility is also key. Sometimes life happens. Sometimes we need to pivot. And that is ok.
But, sometimes we fail at meeting our goals because we set ourselves up for failure right from the get go. There are a number of reasons why that happens. Sometimes we try to tackle too many things at a time. Sometimes we tackle things that maybe we're just not ready for; we try to run before we know how to walk. And really the list could go on and on.
But, on today's episode I don't want to focus on the negative. Rather, I want to talk about a well known goal setting framework used by successful businesses such as Walmart called SMART goals. This is a system that has been around since the 1980's and if you have spent any time at all in business, you probably are familiar with it. It is a mnemonic that does have many different variations regarding meaning but usually it is something along the lines of Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-bound. On this episode we talk about how that framework can set you up to have the BEST homestead year EVER.
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In my 43 years of living on God's green earth, I am sure I have received thousands of gifts. Some have been large and some have been small. Some have been expensive and some have not cost a lot of money. But, there is one gift in particular that has meant more than any gift I have ever received. It wasn't large. It wasn't expensive. But, I cherish like I no other.
I hope you enjoy this story. I trust you had a Merry Christmas and that your New Year is a blessed one.
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I am a procrastinator. I'll be the first to admit that I sometimes have a really bad habit of avoiding chores that I don't enjoy doing. This week, I had that come back to bite me in the butt, BIG time. Actually, in three different ways. And so, this week, I was all prepared to talk about procrastination in light of the old adage, "Never put off until tomorrow, that which you can do today."
But, then on Friday, a conversation with my son resulted in me procrastinating (in a good way) something I had planned for Saturday. And I got to thinking. Maybe the adage should be, "Never put off until tomorrow, that which you SHOULD do today."
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On this episode I am privileged to be joined by Troy McClung from the Pastured Pig Podcast (You may remember that I was honored to be a guest on that show a couple of weeks ago) and from The Red Toolhouse Youtube channel. Troy is a wealth of homesteading knowledge. In particular, he focuses on pastured pigs and timber management (something I don't think any other homesteading YouTube channel does at all let alone as well as Troy does it.) Along with his wife Kelly (who should be nominated for sainthood) and their two sons, they have been building a homestead on the hills and hollers of West Virginia (NOT to be confused with Western Virginia). It was a joy and a privilege to talk to Troy about how they got started homesteading, the joys and successes, the sorrows and failures, and really everything else in between. We also talked some about their vision for the future which I think is pretty remarkable. You can find out more about Troy and his family at https://redtoolhouse.com/ where you will also find links to all of their social media accounts.
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When it is processing time and I post pictures on Facebook or Instagram, one of the things I hear a lot from people is, "I don't know how you can raise animals and then eat them." I see many homesteaders in groups who struggle with the emotions that come from processing animals or losing animals to disease or natural causes.
I have shared with you before some of the emotions that I struggle with. I have told you how it bothers me when I drop animals off to be processed, and how in part that is because I want to be the one to do the deed. I have told you how it bothers me when I dispatch rabbits and chickens and pigs on the homestead. I have also shared with you my firm resolution that the day it no longer bothers me is the day I get rid of my animals.
Unfortunately, sometimes other homesteaders on some of the groups and forums are less than supportive as we deal with these emotions. Sometime we face the wrath of vegans/vegetarians who try to guilt us into not eating meat any longer. Old timers who think we are a wusses for caring. Or those who have belittled us for taking animals to be processed and not doing it ourselves.
I have also seen others who maybe lost an animal to mistake or disease or something else be taken to the woodshed as they wrestled with trying to figure out what went wrong and what they a could do differently. Certainly none of that is helpful when dealing with death on the homestead. So, today's episode is a (hopefully) judgement free zone on how I deal with death on the homestead. Hopefully, this will help you as well.
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We are heading into that time of the year when the days are short and the nights are long. It can be cold and snowy and dreary. My guess is that if I were to do a poll of homesteaders, for many, their least favorite season would be winter. On this episode, we talk about embracing the suck; how maybe a difference in perspective can help with the winter blues on the homestead.
I also bring you up to speed on what we've been doing on 3B Farm and Homestead this week.
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I am sure that none of us thought 2020 would turn out to to be like this. Quite frankly, it has sucked. But, on this episode, we talk about the things that I am thankful for, even in the middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic. I count my blessings. What blessing do you have?
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On this week's episode I give you an update on this year's experiment with the Ruth Stout gardening method; what went well, what didn't go so well and what we plan on doing different next year.
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On this week's episode I am joined by my two favorite homesteaders in the entire world, my mom and dad, Rod and Cora Wells. We talk about our family history, what they are doing on their 1 acre homestead as well as what homesteading means to them.
On this episode I also talk about the geese and ducks we processed this weekend. Here are the links to the recipes we used.
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A couple of months ago, I ran across this post on the artofmanliness.com website. I immediately thought about how what they were saying could apply to homesteading. If we are not careful, we can homestead not based on our plans or our desires, but based on what everyone else is doing or what everyone else thinks we should be doing.
SO, on this episode, I give you some of the strategies that I used to do my best to avoid the auto-suggested homestead.
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One of the most common questions I am seeing in the Facebook groups and, homesteading forums goes like this. "Help. I just closed on my new homestead. Where do I start?" Now. Let me first start by saying this. It is natural and normal to feel a bit overwhelmed at this point. You've had these dreams of having a homestead and these dreams are starting to become realized, and reality sets in. And quite frankly, I don't think it matters whether or not you're brand new to homesteading or you're an experienced homesteader, relocating to another piece of property, starting a homestead from scratch can be overwhelming.
My first piece of advice is simply this. Take a deep breath. Homesteading is a marathon. It is not a sprint. And the temptation is going to be there. To try to do too much. You want to raise all the things you want to grow, all the things you want to do, all the things. But take a deep breath. Physically and figuratively, but take a deep breath. Do not try to do too much.
But, after that, every homestead journey is going to look different. There is no cookie cutter 5 steps to starting a homestead plan.
So, on this episode we talk about some of the reasons why there is no such thing but also some of the things that maybe every homesteader should think about when getting started.
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A couple of weeks ago, I had a listener reach out to me and ask what we did for watering during the winter. Watering animals during the winter when you live in an area where it gets cold and stays cold for a long period of time is a challenge. How do we deal with the winter watering woes here on the homestead?
On this episode, I share with you some of the things we have tried so far on our homestead to deal with the WWW and what we will be trying this coming year. And, if you have any better solutions to the problem, I'd be happy to share them with the world and give you all the credit.
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There is no question that we currently live in a very polarized society. We are polarized politically and culturally. Throw in the COVID-19 pandemic and a contentious presidential election and it feels like things are almost at a boiling point. Relationships with both friends and family are being fractured as a result. On Friday afternoon, I witnessed a motorcycle accident as I was getting ready to pull out of my driveway, returning to work after my lunch break. What I witnessed in the aftermath is that none of that stuff mattered. People didn't care whether or not the rider was Democrat or Republican or Libertarian or Independent. People didn't care whether he was pro-Trump or pro-Biden. No one cared about his positions on hot button topics such as abortion, guns, drugs, or war. None of that mattered. People saw a human being in need and rallied to fight for his life. These are my reflections as I have been processing this over the weekend.
I also share with you the exciting trip we took to pickup our newest boar, Boris. Trust me when I tell you that getting him loaded into the trailer was a ADVENTURE.
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The old adage is that good fences make good neighbors. There perhaps isn't an animal with the exception of goats where that rings truer than with pigs. On today's episode we talk about some of the things you should take into consideration with regards to fencing as well as different fencing strategies.
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This week I had a listener contact me on our Facebook page and ask me about the types of shelters we use for our pigs here on 3B Farm and Homestead. So, I decided to shoot some video with this week's episode and not only tell you about the types of shelters we use, but also show you the shelters we use.
But, before we jump into that, we talk about some of the things you should consider before building a pig shelter;
- type of pigs
- quantity of pigs
- environmental considerations
- mobility needs
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There’s part of me that feels guilty that I’m not a four season gardener. Honestly, I’m not sure that I’m anything more than a summer gardener. But, I’m starting to be ok with that.
This year I started feeling the pressure to be a multi season gardener. In part, I think it was the pandemic. I had this incredible urge to grow as much food as possible. To grow as if our lives depended on it. Because, well, maybe they did.
I also felt pressure to be a multi-season gardener because I saw a lot of other people doing it. People planting spring gardens and then summer gardens and then fall gardens. But, as the frost hit this weekend, instead of feeling sadness, I honestly felt a sense of relief. I realized something; I’m ready for gardening to be over. I’m done with shutting off canners at 2 AM. I’m sick of having a table of semi-ripe tomatoes in the back window. I’m done with tripping over canners and rings and such. I’m done. Until the spring.
Maybe you feel the same way. It's ok. Enjoy the pep talk in this week's podcast!!
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One of the positive things from COVID is that people are waking up to the fact that the system is broken. Now, some of us have been waking up to that fact for awhile. That certainly doesn’t make us smarter/wiser/etc. All of us come from different backgrounds with different life experiences and perspectives. The fact is, sometimes you cannot see a problem until you are directly impacted. And this year, for the first time ever, many people were confronted by the brokenness of the system.
So, why do I say that is a good thing? Well, the old adage is "The first step to solving a problem is to acknowledging that there IS a problem."In 2020, many of us have taken that first step to admit that there is a problem; the system is broken.
On this episode we talk about ways the system is broken and how that relates to homesteading. And we talk about steps that we can take as homesteaders to be a part of the solution.
I also give you a dose of sheer honesty: this week, I struggled with motivation here on the homestead. I was (and maybe still am) in a funk. But, we got through it and I share with you what I was able to get accomplished on the homestead.
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On this episode I chat with Jack and Jackie from The Mindful Homestead Youtube channel about their journey into homesteading. They recently made a HUGE step in the journey as Jack changed careers as a result of having a better quality of life that is more conducive to homesteading. They raise meat birds, layers, and forest raised pigs as well as have a garden. Along with their two year old Emma, they live on 10 acres in southern New Hampshire. I hope you enjoy listening to their story as much as I did talking to them.
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Sometimes we get so focused on the tasks at hand; weeding, harvesting, preserving or we are so focused on planning for the next season, that we neglect to note the things that have gone well or haven’t gone well, the lessons that we have learned so that we can set ourselves up for success the following year’s season. And, if we aren’t careful, we will find ourselves repeating the same mistakes over and over again.
On today's episode we talk about 10 areas of observation I think can help us be even more successful as gardeners. Now, I'll admit, this is a growing edge for me. I am not someone who ever has had much luck keeping a journal or a diary. But, I am finding some success with Google's Keep Notes. If you've struggled with journaling like I have, I'd recommend you download the app and give it a try.
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This coming week would have been our county fair. Like so many county fairs across the country, it has been cancelled due to COVID-19. You have no idea how bummed that makes me feel. I absolutely LOVE our fair. I love the sights, the sounds, the smells, the exhibits, the shows, the demolition derby, and of course, the food!!! Alas, this year, it's not to be.
But, on this episode I share with you some of the reasons why we participate in our fair and why I think you might want to consider participating in yours, even if it's not going to be until 2021. Some of the reasons I think homesteaders should consider taking part are:
- Good for kids: responsibility, affirmation, learn more about their animals, etc.
- Great way to connect with other like minded people
- Great way to introduce others to the lifestyle (or at least components of the lifestyle) and educate people on why raising your own food is a good thing
- Validation
- Fun
- Great way to advertise if you are selling meat, veggies, etc.
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As I was thinking about this episode, I took a step back and started asking myself; what constitutes a tool? Is my tractor a tool? Are 5 gallon buckets tools? Are my All American Canners Tools? What about shovels, rakes and pitchforks? How about wheelbarrows and wagons? What is a tool?
What I decided to do was focus on hand and power tools that I have found to be the most helpful here on our homestead. These are tools I find myself reaching for over and over and over again. And, in many cases I have found uses for them way beyond what I first bought them for. In some cases, I resisted buying them for awhile simply because I am a cheapskate. Finally, I tried to focus on tools that I think almost every homestead will find useful.
Now, I skipped over kind of obvious things like screwdrivers, hammers, shovels, rakes, etc. I actually did consider putting a snow shovel on this list because we actually have found that to be the most effective tool for cleaning out our chicken coop. But, I resisted the temptation. Now, I am sure that after I put this episode out, I am going to think about tools that I should have put on this list. And so maybe in the not too distant future, there will be a part two to this. And I would LOVE to hear from you as to the tools you have found invaluable on your homestead. Below are affiliate links to some of the tools I mention on the podcast.
DEWALT 20V MAX Combo Kit, Compact 4-Tool (DCK420D2)
DEWALT 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake, 15-Amp (DWE575SB)
DEWALT DCS354B ATOMIC 20V Max Brushless Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool (tool only)
Dewalt DCG412B 20V MAX* Lithium Ion 4-1/2” grinder (Tool Only)
IRWIN Tin Snip, Flat Blade, 12-inch (22012)
IRWIN VISE-GRIP GrooveLock Pliers, V-Jaw, 12", 2078112
MTB Fence Post Driver with Handle, 18LB Grey
Waxed Canvas Apron (Brown)
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When it comes to our homestead journey, I don’t have a lot of regrets. That’s not to say that things have always been easy or have gone according to plan. That’s certainly not the case. There have been a lot of failures along the way. Or, actually, I like to look at them as Thomas Edison did when he was accused of failing 10,000 times before inventing the light bulb. He said, “No, I didn’t fail. I just learned 10,000 ways it doesn’t work.”
If you haven’t gathered this by now, that is really how I approach homesteading in general. It is all a big experiment. What works for others may not work for me. And what works for me may not work for others. Generally speaking, whether in homesteading or life in general, I look at failures as learning opportunities. What can I take away from this so I don’t make the same mistake in the future? For me, generally it’s not a matter of, “I wish I could go back and do things differently….” Those flaws, those mistakes, those things that haven’t gone according to plan are what have made me who I am today and are building blocks for the future.
But, there are a handful of things that come to my mind that I really do wish I could go back and do over. They are lessons I’ve learned, but there’s really not much I can do with those lessons other than share them with other people in the hopes that they won’t make the same mistakes that I have. And so I share with you 6 of my biggest regrets so far in our homesteading journey.
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Taking vacations can be complicated in and of themselves. Deciding where you are going, where you are staying, who is going (and sometimes who is NOT going) can all be stressful. But, adding a homestead to the equation makes things that much more difficult. Depending on the size of your homestead and the season, it can be very tricky to get away. This episode is being released the Sunday after we have returned from our vacation. And so I thought it would be helpful to share with you some of the things we do and maybe you should do to prepare your homestead for vacation.
- When? Timing is everything. Try to avoid time away during the busiest of seasons.
- Who? Do you need someone to cover your chores and look after your garden? If so, who?
- What? What needs to be done? Have a detailed plan.
- How? How can you simplify things to make things as easy as possible?
- Feed. Make sure you have enough on hand. And not just enough; have extra.
- Fences. If you've got animals, check your infrastructure. You don't want to have your neighbors upset at you or your farm sitters chasing your animals all over God's creation.
- Contingency plans. Have a first aid kit ready and the number to your vet handy.
Hopefully these tips will help you take a vacation that is rejuvenating and relaxing. And if you have any other great tips, I'd love to hear them
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On this episode I am joined by Adam and Michelle from Farm Life Outfitters. They are a family that is homesteading in North Carolina. You may know them from their YouTube channel as well as their graphic T-shirt business. We talk about their journey into homesteading, some of the things that have worked and some of the things that haven't worked. They also share with us their vision for the future with their homestead. I really enjoyed talking with them and I hope you find this episode encouraging.
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This week I had a friend offer me some roosters for processing. The only thing that he asked for in return when I butchered them were the feet...... and the combs. Now, I was familiar with using chicken feet in cooking. In fact, a few weeks ago, I tried making some stock with the chicken feet. (As you may recall, I botched the attempt.) However, I had never heard of using cockscombs in cooking. Well, it's a thing. Now, we often talk about nose to tail cooking; trying to use as much of pigs and cows as possible. But, sometimes we overlook applying that same approach to chickens. So, I've called today's episode, "From Beak To Butt: Using the WHOLE Chicken". We talk about using everything from the necks to the testicles and pretty much everything in between. Hopefully you find this episode interesting; maybe even inspiring. And hopefully, less of your chicken will go to waste as a result.
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Just like we have seen an interest in people gardening and raising their own meat, lately there has been an increase in the number of people wanting to learn how to can. But, some people find this to be a daunting task. In fact, I know several people who have a pressure canner sitting in a closet because they are too afraid to try it.
So, if you’re one of those people (new to canning or too afraid to try), my goal is to help you get started. I’ve said I’m not an expert in many things. And maybe I'm not an expert here either. But, this is an area where I do have quite a bit of experience. I’ve been doing this for 14 years and have literally canned thousands of jars of food.
So. on this episode we talk about the two different methods of canning that are approved for home food preservation; water bath canning and pressure canning. We talk about how they are the same and how they are different. We discuss the ways that you would apply the two methods.
We also delve into some of the reasons why I think people avoid pressure canning in favor of hot water bath canning. And I share why I think they are wrong. We also talk quite a bit about botulism; what it is, how it multiplies and what you can do to avoid having it in your canned goods. Much of that information comes from this website.
Finally, we talk about some common sense things people can do to ensure that they are canning safely.
Here is a link to the National Center for Home Food Preservation
Here is a link to the Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving (affiliate link)
Here is a link to the Presto Canner I mention.
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For many people, when they think about preserving meat, the first thing that comes to mind (and the only thing that comes to mind, is freezing.) And while that is certainly a good option and it is a relatively cheap and fool proof option, it is just that, an option. What many people don’t realize is that there are many other ways that you can safely preserve meat on your homestead without the use of a freezer.
On this episode we talk about the various options that exist (I am certain this is not a comprehensive list) for preserving meat on your homestead.
On this episode we discuss:
- Curing/Salting - Country Ham/Prosciutto/Salt Cod/Bacon/Coppa/Sausage
- Brining (liquid vs. dry) - Corned Beef / hams
- Larding
- Canning
- Dehydrating (Solar/Machine) - Fish/Jerky
- Freeze Drying
- On The Hoof
I also talk about smoking meat and give my thoughts on whether or not it is a method of meat preservation or not.
Let me emphasize that not following the correct methods can result in spoiled meat and/or unsafe/deadly foods. So, make sure you are following KNOWN expert advice, not just Joe Blow from Idaho who has a blog.
If you have any questions about this or would like get my thoughts with regards to next steps with regards to any of these methods, feel free to reach out to me via email or our social media accounts, and I'll be glad to point you in the right direction.
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Many homesteaders dream of the large property; 5, 10, 15 or 20 acres of land on which they can grow all the things, raise all the things and do all the things. Today's guest, Brenda Scott from http://wellfedhomestead.com is someone who had an opportunity to realize that dream. She and her family left a small suburban lot for a 30 acre homestead. And they quickly learned that bigger isn't always better. In fact, eventually, they sold that homestead and downgraded again to a suburban lot before relocating from Oregon to Virginia (to another suburban sized lot). She is in the process of writing a book entitled, "Why We Failed At Homesteading" and joins us to discuss why a bigger homestead isn't always better.
If you're someone who thinks that you HAVE to have a large homestead in order to be considered a "Real Homesteader", then this episode is for you. If you're someone who is on a smaller piece of land and you feel inadequate, this episode is for you. The goal certainly isn't to squash anyone's dreams. But, we do hope that the lessons they learned will help you make a better, more informed decision with regards to your homesteading journey.
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I had planned on covering a different topic on this episode. But this past Thursday a local farmer had a serious accident. Somehow she was entrapped in a hay baler. It was so bad they had to fly in a surgical team to surgically extract her from the equipment. That really is just a polite way to say that they had to cut off her arm.
Now, this certainly is not the first time I’ve been aware of a farming accident. Unfortunately, I have lost cousins in farming accidents. My good friend Carl was killed in an accident in 2018. And a friend of mine from church lost his father-in-law last fall in a tractor roll over accident. I could also share with you stories of other family members and friends who have been seriously injured in ag related accidents.
And so, this week I felt like it would be a good thing to talk about safety on the homestead. Did you know that in the US, 2 of the top most dangerous jobs are farming related? In fact, according to this article from USAToday.com, it is more dangerous to be a farmer than it is to be a police officer or firefighter.
But, it’s not just adults that are at risk on our farms or homesteads. Farms and homesteads can be a dangerous place for kids.
According to these stats from Rural Mutal Insurance:
* 1 child dies in an ag related incident every 3 days
* 33 children are seriously injured every day
* Tractors cause 40 % of accidental farm deaths of children under 15
* More than half of young children injured on the farm were not working but were bystanders or playing in the wrong spot.
These stats also reveal the following regards to the top sources of ag related deaths and injures:
Top Causes of Fatal Ag Injuries
* Machinery
* Motor Vehicles (includes ATVs)
*Drowning
Top Cause of Non-Fatal Ag Injuries
* Falls
* Animal
* Machinery/Vehicles
Now, I realize that there is a fine line between what constitutes farming and what constitutes homesteading. But, let’s face it. As homesteaders we use a lot of equipment that many people who live in urban and suburban areas don’t ever touch. We are also involved in things that many people who live in urban and suburban areas aren’t involved in like DIY projects, animal husbandry, and food preservation just to name a few.
All of these things; the equipment and projects carry a certain level of risk. And so, we need to manage that risk as best we can to ensure that we and our families do not become yet another statistic.
So on this episode we talk about some of the causes of injuries on the homestead and things we can do to help mitigate or avoid those things all together. I want your homestead journey to be a beautiful one for you and your family. I don’t want to see it marred by injury, disfigurement or death. So, homestead safely my friends.
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A couple of weeks ago, I posted pictures of our poultry processing equipment and setup to our social media accounts. And I received a lot of questions as a result. And I realized that I didn't really talk much about poultry processing during our series on raising chickens. So. on this episode, I rectify that oversight. I share with you the gear we use; what I like about it and what I don't like about it. But, more importantly, I give my opinions and thoughts about how to go about building out a poultry processing setup. Because, let's fact it; most people can't afford to or don't want to buy all of this gear at one wack.
Here are the links to the gear that I talk about. Remember, the Amazon links are affiliate links and so we make a small commission off of those sales. It's a great way for you to support the show if you're feeling so inclined.
Crate:
- https://amzn.to/3e37xci
Kill Cones:
- Medium: https://www.coopsnmore.com/Medium_restraining_processing_killing_cone_poultry_p/1617.htm
- Large: https://www.coopsnmore.com/Large_restraining_processing_killing_cone_poultry_p/1618.htm
Scalder:
- https://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/scalder_electric.html
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Whiz-Bang Plucker:
- https://www.planetwhizbang.com/poultry-processing
Eviscerating Knife:
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Butchering Apron:
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Eviscerating Table:
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Chill Tank:
- https://www.instagram.com/p/CAypHN6HlTy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Bagging Stand:
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Poultry Shrink Bags:
- https://www.poultryshrinkbags.com/chicken-shrink-bags
Cooler:
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I don't know about you, but sometimes all I see on my homestead is work. There is so much I'd like to accomplish. So many projects I've started and haven't fully completed. So many things that need to be cleaned up and put away, areas that need to be organized. I'm driven to try to raise and grow as much food as possible. And the recent events that we have gone through have simply amplified that even more.
I'll be honest; sometimes it is hard for me to slow down and simply enjoy my homestead. I feel guilty; like I'm wasting time. I tell myself that the time that I'm taking to sit on the porch, could be used to get another thing done on my to-do list. I could start another project. Or finish up another project. It is very hard for me to slow down and enjoy my homestead.
I also sometimes fail to see the beauty. All I see are the projects that need to be done. Coops that need to be painted. Chicken runs that need to be tended too. Weeds that need to be pulled. And the list goes on and on. But, I'm surrounded by beauty. And sometimes I need to be reminded of that. A friend who had never visited our homestead before stopped by this week. She complimented me on how neat and organized things are. Honestly, I don't usually see that. But, she did. And her perspective helped me see it too!!
And so on this episode I share with you four lessons that I am learning (or at least trying to learn) about simply enjoying my homestead.
- Plant and build beautiful things
- Sit on the porch and enjoy the sights and sounds
- See the beauty; not the to do list
- Think about how far you've come; not how far you've still got to go
Hopefully this will serve as an inspiration to you to. Keep up the good work.
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This week I had a potential customer reach out to me with some great questions. She wanted to know what I fed my animals and why my general philosophical approach was to farming. I loved those questions. First, I love that someone is actually thinking about and caring about where their food comes from. Second, it was an opportunity for me to again think about what we do and why. And so, on this episode I share with you my response to her. In part, I describe the pragmatic approach that we take to farming. We simply are trying to do the best we can with what we've got. My goal is to be as organic as possible. But, I use a conventional feed? Why? One one hand it is a matter of availability. I want a locally grown feed; not an "organic feed" that is trucked in from Timbuktu. Why? Because, unless I know the farmer that raised it, I don't trust the organic/non-GMO label.
I reference these articles in the podcast as to why I do not trust that label.
https://www.cornucopia.org/2016/09/organic-grain-imports-threaten-domestic-markets-standards/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/the-labels-said-organic-but-these-massive-imports-of-corn-and-soybeans-werent/2017/05/12/6d165984-2b76-11e7-a616-d7c8a68c1a66_story.html
The other is a matter of cost. The one farm that is local to me that sells an organic/non-GMO feed is charging almost 3x's as much as what I pay for my "conventional" feed. After reading this book, I am not sure that the benefit is there.
Now, I understand that my approach won't make everyone happy. But, I do think that sometimes we pressure people into seeking an ideal that either isn't possible or isn't possible now. And, if we aren't careful, what we mean to be helpful, can serve to be discouraging. Failure to live up to the ideal can and will either keep people from the homestead journey or it will cause them to quit. Instead, my goal is to encourage you and everyone you know to simply "Do the best you can with what you've got." Your situation might not be ideal to others; it might not even be ideal to you. But, do the best today with what what you've got today. And then take the next step. And the next step. And the next. If you do that, I think you'll be ok. And you might raise and grow some delicious and nourishing food along the way!!
I also share some of the things we've had going on here on 3B Farm & Homestead including how I got royally crapped on by a meat bird I was butchering.
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On this episode we welcome back to the podcast, guest Cathy R. Payne. We talk about how heritage breeds including American Blue Rabbits, Gulf Coast Sheep, and American Guinea Hogs played a significant role in her homesteading journey. Cathy is the author of the award winning book, Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed and we spend some time talking about the book and Cathy's plans for her next book.
Here is a link to the book Cathy recommended: Managing Breeds for a Secure Future: Strategies for Breeders and Breed Associations (Second Edition) 2nd Edition
The coupon code that can be used on her website from June 1 to June 20,2020 is HJP20
Cathy's contact information and website are below:
Cathy R.Payne
guineahogbooks@gmail.com
www.guineahogbooks.com
Author, Saving the Guinea Hogs
www.amazon.com/author/cathyrpayne
Silver Medal, 2019 Readers’ Favorite
https://readersfavorite.com/2019-award-contest-winners.htm#saving-the-guinea-hogs
Finalist, Best Books Award
Here is the link to the Lilac Jelly Recipe
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This week is #HeritageBreedsWeek sponsored by the Livestock Conservancy. On this episode, I am joined by Cathy R. Payne, author of the award winning book, Saving the Guinea Hogs: The Recovery of an American Homestead Breed to talk about heritage breeds, why they are important and what homesteaders can do to help conserve them. Cathy's homesteading journey has been greatly influenced by heritage breeds (she'll be returning again next week to talk specifically about that journey) and she is very passionate about preserving these breeds for future generations.
Cathy's contact information and website are below:
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www.guineahogbooks.com
Author, Saving the Guinea Hogs
www.amazon.com/author/cathyrpayne
Silver Medal, 2019 Readers’ Favorite
https://readersfavorite.com/2019-award-contest-winners.htm#saving-the-guinea-hogs
Finalist, Best Books Award
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On this episode, I am honored to be joined by Harold Thornbro of The Modern Homesteading Podcast and blogger at http://www.haroldthornbro.com to talk about quail. We talk about how and why Harold raises quail, their pros and cons as well as how they stack up against rabbits and meat chickens. I learned a lot from Harold and I think you will too. And, I hope it will help you decide if quail might be a good fit for your homestead.
On this episode, I also share with you what has been happening on the homestead this week. And, folks, this week wasn't all peaches and cream. But, we survived. And, we are pushing forward on our journey towards self-sufficiency, self-reliance and sustainability.
I hope you enjoy this podcast.
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As I recorded this episode, one of the biggest news stories is a potential protein shortage at the grocery store due to processing difficulties a the commercial meat plants due to COVID-19. What can homesteaders do to ensure that they have a constant supply of protein for their families? One answer might be meat rabbits. On this episode we talk about their pros and cons. I share with you our journey (unplanned and poorly executed) into raising them. And I share some of the lessons we learned along the way.
I also bring you up to date on what we've been doing here on our homestead this week. I hope this finds you well. Enjoy.
Brian
Articles referenced in this week's episode.
https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/raising-rabbits/meat-rabbits-zm0z11zmat
https://meatscience.org/docs/default-source/publications-resources/rmc/1981/the-rabbit-as-a-meat-producing-animal.pdf?sfvrsn=2
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Let's face it. Homesteading is like just about everything else in that we just never seem to have enough time or money for all of the things we want to do. Unless you're independently wealthy, most of us have fewer dollars than we'd like to do the things we'd like to do. And while right now many of us are spending more time at home than we usually would, the fact is that we are pretty busy people. So, what are some ways that we can maximize the money and the time we do have so we can unlock our homestead's potential?
This week we talk about ways the principles of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" (yeah, that worn out environmental slogan) can be applied to our homesteads to help us really maximize the time and money we do have. Enjoy!!
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I will confess. I don't like keeping records. I've never been able to keep a diary. Or consistently journal. And that is a level of record keeping that is at least a little bit fun. But, tracking finances, or animals, or garden production, or canning amounts, or pantry and freezer inventory? That's boring stuff. It's certainly not fun (at least to me) and it probably isn't the most thrilling or exciting of topics to cover.
But, it is important. Very important. And this episode in part is to remind me that I need to suck it up, buttercup, and get it done.
We start the episode off with some homestead happens. Two of the most exciting:
1. Our new website is live. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net This means a new email address: brian@thehomesteadjourney.net
- I was honored to be interviewed by Harold Thornboro on the Modern Homesteader Podcast. You can listen to it here.
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Right now, there are more people wanting to garden than ever. Well, maybe that is an overstatement, but there are certainly so many people interested in planting seeds, that many seed companies are either out of seeds entirely, or have had to suspend the taking of new orders to restock or simply to catch up.
Whether you are new to gardening or you've been at it awhile, we all want to maximize our return on investment. After all, we put in a heck of a lot of blood, sweat and tears and money to grow our own food. And, while some people may live on a gazillion acres, most of us have a limited area to which we can dedicate raising and growing our own food.
But, beyond that, right now there is a lot of uncertainty in our world. And many of us are trying to grow as much food as possible simply because we want to make sure our families don't go hungry. So, on this episode we talk about 5 things we are doing on our homestead this year to try to maximize the amount of food we harvest from our garden.
Those five things are:
- Succession Planting
- Intensive planting
- Companion planting
- Vertical gardening
- Keyhole gardening
Hopefully you find these techniques helpful. We also talk about the software we are using to plan our garden (http://growveg.com) and I give you and update on how things are going with our Hoss Tools seed starting kits and the 1020 trays from Bootstrap Farmer.
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Right now, most of us are handling adversity on our homesteads, maybe in ways that we have never faced before. Maybe you are new to homesteading and you're facing losses that you've never faced before. Maybe animals have died. Or crops have failed. If you're facing adversity (and I think we all do at one time or another), this episode is for you.
I also share with you updates as to what has been going on on our homestead this week. It's been an AWESOME and productive week on the homestead. I hope you find this episode helpful and encouraging.
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On this episode we talk about 10 Gardening Mistakes People Make And How To Avoid Them in my attempt to help you raise and grow as much food as possible. After all, one of the biggest ways you can become better prepared on your homestead is to raise and grown your own food. And I want to help you avoid making some of the mistakes that I have made.
So, on this episode we talk about how:
1. People don't know their first and last average frost dates, why that's important, and where you can find that information (http://almanac.com)
2. People plant things not suited for their hardiness zone (https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/)
3. People direct sow seeds that should be started indoors.
4. People sow indoors seeds that should be direct sown.
5. People plant the wrong things (in other words, they plant what OTHER people are planting instead of planting what THEY like to eat!)
6. People plant too much. Yes, you can have too much of a good thing!! Been there, done that!
7. People try to get too much into an area overcrowding (and stressing) their plants.
8. People wait too long (or even forget) to harvest. What a waste!! The veggies won't wait for you. You've got to pick them when they are ready to achieve maximum harvest.
9. People plant only once instead of multiple times to achieve multiple (successive) harvests.
10. People try to "set it and forget it". Your garden needs care. Weeding, watering, and feeding are something you'll need to do, regardless of gardening methods.
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This is a BONUS episode of the Homestead Journey Podcast as we celebrate 5000 downloads!!!! We continue our series on Homestead Preparedness as we talk about how and where to start raising and growing your own food.
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Yes, the best time to prepare is during the good times. But, if you haven't made preparations and you find yourself faced with a crisis (as many of us do right now), what can you do? Is it too late to prepare? How do you know what to do? Those are all great questions and things that we discuss on this episode of the podcast.
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On this episode, we are beginning a multi part series on homestead preparedness. Current events combined with a recent episode of Jack Spirko's The Survival Podcast have caused me to think about homesteading and prepping. Are they the same thing? Many times the terms are used interchangeably. We talk about all of that and more on this podcast. I also bring you up to date on what's been going on on the homestead this week.
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On this episode we talk about the American Guinea Hog. Is it the perfect homestead hog? No. But, could it be the perfect pig for your homestead? Maybe. On this episode I share some of the pluses and minuses of this pig and why we LOVE them as our homestead pig.
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On this episode we talk about 7 common mistakes people make or misconceptions people have about raising chickens. Hopefully, you can learn from these mistakes and misconceptions and be successful in raising your own chickens on your homestead!!
As usual, I share with you a bit about what has been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead including my initial impressions of some seed starting kits I ordered from Hoss Tools. Enjoy!!
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In their quest for better food for their families, many homesteaders will eventually raise chickens for meat. On this episode we discuss the types of chickens you can raise for meat and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each option. We also talk about some of the ways that raising broiler breeds is different from raising standard breed chickens. We wrap up the charting the course segment with our experiences raising chickens for meat and our current approach and practices.
As usual, I share with you a bit about what has been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead. Enjoy!!
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What should you look for in a breed? What do we look for in a breed? On this episode, I am joined by my son to talk about these topics and we reveal the 7 breeds of chickens that we will be getting on 3B Farm and Homestead this year.
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For many people, chickens are the quintessential homesteading animal. It is the animal most associated with homesteading and is the first livestock that many people get on their homestead. For some, it is even the gateway animal that leads them to a homesteading lifestyle.
Whether you are new to chickens or you've been raising them for awhile, this episode will help you understand the basic things that chickens need. We talk about the benefits and drawbacks of that various systems available for raising chickens . And we round out the show discussing the various ways you can aquire chickens and the plusses and minuses of each.
As usual, we give an update as to what is taking place on 3B Farm and Homestead.
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Seed cost comparison: https://youtu.be/8V1G2caWyNk
Mindful Homestead Heated Waterer: https://youtu.be/FthW4EnL5Bs
I also mention my article on backyard chickens.com regarding our coop build.
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The journey of almost every homesteader will eventually involve animals. Whether you are brand new to raising livestock or you're adding something new to the homestead, there are things that you should take into consideration before making that leap. On this episode, we discuss 5 things that I think should be considered when adding animals to your homestead operations.
I also share with you some of thing the things we've had going on here on 3B Farm and Homestead as well as some exciting things that we have coming up.
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Finding balance in life in general can be hard. Trying to homestead while working a fulltime job adds a level of complication that many people don't face. If you're just new to the homestead journey, there's a good chance that you're working a full-time off farm job. And let's face it, many of us will always work a full time off farm/homestead job. But, whether you are working on farm or off farm, finding balance can be tough. This episode focuses on 5 steps you can take to successfully homestead while working full-time. And even if you are a stay at home mom, work part-time or are retired, I think this episode will be helpful to you as well.
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Unfortunately, I think too many people who are interested in homesteading have a romantic, idealistic view of homesteading that isn't realistic. On this episode we talk about 7 Myths and Misconceptions people have about homesteading. Everything from "free land" to "full time homesteading" and everything in between.
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On this episode we talk about how Dreaming, Deciding, and Doing can help you set goals that could help you have your best homestead ever. We apply the SMART goal setting methodology to homesteading and talk about some other things we should think about when setting our goals for 2020.
I also review Gardening Without Work by Ruth Stout and give my initial thoughts on Up Tunket Road by Philiop Ackerman-Leist.
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On this episode of the Homestead Journey Podcast, we talk about 10 common mistakes people make when setting goals for their homestead.
- Not setting goals
- Too many goals
- Not putting enough thought into them
- Putting too much thought into them
- Adopting someone else's goals
- Keeping up with the Jones
- Setting unrealistic goals
- Setting goals that aren't challenging
- Failing to adjust goals
- Allowing missed goals to be a demotivator
If you avoid making these mistakes, you could be on the tract to your BEST homestead ever!!
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On this special episode of the podcast, we take a look back at our journey this year on 3B Farm and Homestead. We started out the year with some pretty ambitious goals. Did we meet them? And what else happened this year on our homestead?
We also look back at our journey this past decade as we have built our homestead and skill set. As the old Virginia Slims Commercial used to say, "You've come a long way, baby!!!"
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This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the fifth and final in our series on gardening. We talk about the weapons we have at our disposal as we fight weeds, pests and varmints in our gardens. My goal is for you to do the best with what you've got and grow as much food as you can!!!
In our community corner segment we talk about giving gifts of things that we have produced and/or processed on our homesteads.
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We round out the episode with a great homesteading hack that will help you keep track of what you planted, where.
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This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the fourth in our series on gardening. We talk about starting things from seed. In particular, we talk about transplants and the benefits/drawbacks of buying them as well as starting your own.
In this episode's community corner, we spend some time talking about documenting your journey and how it can serve as an inspiration to others.
We round out the episode with a great homesteading hack that will help you setup grids on your square foot gardens with ease and rather inexpensively.
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This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the third in our series on gardening. We explore ways that you can get seeds to plant in your garden. I share with you some of the places I have used as well as 2 places I DON'T recommend. I also provide you with an update on what's been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead this week and share with you some wisdom I learned from a college football coach that I think applies to homesteading. We round out the segment with a great homesteading hack on how we store our leftover seeds.
Here is the video I did a couple of years ago, comparing prices from various seed vendors.
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This episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast is the second in our series on gardening. We talk about why you should prepare for the harvest before you ever buy a single seed or transplant. We talk about some of the ways you can handle your harvest and how you can begin investing in the necessary tools RIGHT NOW!! I also provide you with an update on what's been happening on 3B Farm and Homestead this week and share with you the ways that the online homesteading community can be an encouragement. We round out the segment with a great homesteading hack on an easy way to make bone broth.
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On this episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast, we are starting a series on gardening by talking about gardening methods. My goal is to help you answer the question; what gardening method should I use? . I also update you on things happening on 3B Farm and Homestead and we talk about dealing with the haters!! We round out the show with another great homestead hack, giving you some tips and tricks to help you render lard.
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On this episode of The Homestead Journey Podcast, I share with you some of the reasons why we homestead and why you might want to consider joining us on the Homestead Journey. I also update you on things happening on 3B Farm and Homestead as well as provide you with a most IMPORTANT PSA!! We round out the show with another great homestead hack.
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On this episode of the Homestead Journey, I share with you some tips and tricks on getting started on the Homestead Journey. And trust me, they are SIMPLE steps that ANYONE can do. If you're wondering where to start on your journey towards self-sufficiency, self-reliance, and sustainability, this episode should help you get headed in the right direction.
I also bring you up to date with what's been going on on 3B Farm and Homestead. And I talk about the beauty and importance of community within the homesteading lifestyle. Finally, we round out the episode with yet another great homestead hack.
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On this episode of the Homestead Journey, I give you my definition of homesteading and talk about the journey towards self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
We bring you up to date with what is happening on 3B Farm and Homestead and also share a great homestead hack.
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On this episode, I share with you what you can expect from The Homestead Journey Podcast. This includes our format which will generally be comprised of 4 segments:
- Homestead Happens: Things that have taken place on 3B Farm and Homestead during that week
- Community Corner: Things that are going on in the broader homestead community
- Charting The Course: The "meat" of the episode; my thoughts on some kind of homesteading topic
- Homestead Hacks Simply things that have made a huge difference on our homestead.
This episode is focused on sharing with you our homestead journey up to this point.
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November 11th, 2019 is the date the Homestead Journey begins. Join us as we talk all things homesteading as we pursue self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
Brian is a 4th generation homesteader located in beautiful upstate NY. Along with his wife, Bonnie (also a 4th generation homesteader) and their son Brian Jr., Brian has been actively homesteading on a 2 acre piece of land since 2008. This podcast is dedicated to their journey and is a call for others to join them in pursuing self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
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