Homesteading, Preparedness, and Living the Simple Lifege Mountains
Goose Creek Homestead is constantly evolving and changing as we learn new skills and try new things. Follow along with our adventures as we share our successes and failures on our homesteading journey.
Growing your own food for your homestead chickens and rabbits is a great way to save money. Here’s what to grow for chicken and rabbit feed, plus tips for ensuring they are getting all the nutrition they need.
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Anyone can grow microgreens at home to add flavor and nutrition to a variety of meals. Here’s what beginners need to know to get started with growing microgreens at home, how to use them, and why you should.
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You don’t need a lot of space to grow your own fresh herbs and vegetables. Here are the best indoor growing systems for growing fresh food indoors, even if the only space you have is a kitchen counter or windowsill.
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Have you thought about growing flowers for profit on your homestead? Check out our beginner’s guide to flower farming to help you get started!
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Anyone can have an indoor garden! From herbs on your kitchen windowsill to a vertical garden in your living room, these DIY indoor garden ideas are fantastic for small spaces.
Can you grow your own food indoors? Absolutely! From herbs and leafy greens to vegetables and fruit, here’s how to grow food indoors all year long, even if you don’t have much space.
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Have you considered raising quail to increase self-sufficiency on your homestead? Here are the pros and cons of raising quail for meat and eggs plus a quick guide to getting started.
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Putting your animals to work around the homestead enriches it in a variety of ways. When appropriately managed, multi-purpose livestock, soil, and landscape can all thrive.
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What else can you sell at the farmer’s market besides produce? Here are several creative ideas to help you get started! Continue reading “Beyond Produce: What Else Can You Sell at the Farmer’s Market?”
Dehydrating foods for storage is a basic skill every homesteader should learn for preserving and storing the harvest without electricity. Here’s everything you need to know to get started!
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