Homesteading

How to Raise Pastured Poultry

Our 2017 Homesteading Year in Review

2017 was a big homesteading year for us.  Most notably, it was our first year to...
5 Crunchy Books that are Changing My Life

5 Crunchy Books that are Changing My Life

Just when my friends and assorted family members thought I couldn't get any crunchier... (more…)
How to Get Rid of Vine Borers for Good

How to Get Rid of Vine Borers for Good

Ready to get rid of vine borers for good? There's nothing quite so discouraging as...
essential oils for chickens

Top 8 Essential Oils for Chickens

Have you ever wondered if you can use essential oils for chickens? (more…)
How to Build a Cold Frame Out of Pallets | Roots & Boots

How to Build a Cold Frame Out of Pallets

Did you know you can build a cold frame out of pallets for next to...
How to Harvest Sunflower Seeds | Roots & Boots

How to Harvest Sunflower Seeds for Replanting and Gift-Giving

Did you grow sunflowers this year?  Now is the time to harvest sunflower seeds for next...
Organic Gardening: Want Better Veggies? Try Companion Plants!

Organic Gardening: Want Better Veggies? Try Companion Plants!

Avoiding all chemicals on your veggie crops can be a challenge, but it can be...
Guinea Coop

This Year’s Garden Experiment: A Headless Chicken & The Great Guinea Massacre

Warning: The following tale is not for the faint of heart. As you might have guessed...