The Homestead Guru
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The Homestead Guru was a project born by people who love talking about and trying practical solutions. We have hundreds of articles on all things practical and have built a sort of community over the years for those who want to learn and grow along with us.
Here we aren’t here to be your gurus. We are here to help you learn how to be your own guru, while we become our own gurus. Thank you for being here.
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Why so many are choosing Solar Passive Houses
Solar passive houses are the name of ease – a brief discussion Passive solar houses have made it possible to live with minimal temperature
5 Surprising Uses Of Dandelions (Yes, weeds!)
Dandelions are often viewed as just being flowering weeds that are seen in the yard or coming through cracks in pavement but are actually beneficial
New Study: Women Live Longer When They Live in Nature
A recent study found that women live longer when they live surrounded by nature. They started with a theory that natural environments help to lower stress
Tomatoes Hate Cucumbers: Secrets of Companion Planting + Popular Planting Combinations
Did you know that tomatoes hate cucumbers? Consider companion planting. While they might taste great together in a salad, tomato plants dislike growing in close
Survivalist Pro Tips: Build Fire In The Rain
The core four things for survival are shelter, water, camp fire, and food, these necessities are not always easily attainable in survivalist situations. Fire is
DIY Physical Therapy for your Ailing or Injured Pet
Written by Susan E. Davis, PT The question: “Wow, can I really do Physical Therapy on my own Pet?” The answer: “Yes, with some help
The Government Shutdown, Thousands Of Federal Campgrounds Close
Even if it is temporary, I am one to celebrate the federal government shutdown, but as a nature lover and a full time RVer, this
A Good Education is NOT FOUND in Schools
More and more people are coming to the realization that conventional, compulsory public school is a travesty of “education” and ideas like unschooling are taking
Fermented Sauerkraut: How to Make It + Other Tips
As a kid with Irish ancestry, I grew up eating store bought sauerkraut which was most often pasteurized vinegar with cabbage. It wasn’t until I
DIY Chicken feeders and Raising three boys
For the last week, our motorhome has been parked at the 1 Full House Homestead. We spent the new year with the family. Ananda, Xander,
Tour of Eco Home in Raven Rock Community
Catherine joins John and Wanda in their amazing sustainable home. Solar heated water, green house heated home, solar electric, and full home composting system!
Butterfly Pea Tea: How to Grow the Magic Color Changing Tea!
It wasn’t long after getting into brewing kombucha that I came across butterfly pea tea, which intrigued me just with it’s name. Its a little