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.
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The Medicinal World of Plants: White Willow Bark
White willow bark has been consumed medicinally for centuries. It wasn’t until 1829 that scientists found its active ingredient, salicin, which has similar health effects
What WEEDS Tell Us and Why We Should Care
For many a homesteader or gardener, weeds can be a major topic of conversation. They should be—but maybe not for the reasons you think! I’m
Home-Made Cannabis Infused Lollipops! Celebrate International Cannabis Freedom!
My tongue is numb, my headache is gone and I am prepared for the cannabis holiday that is 420. I’m talking DAB lollipops here, something
15 Simple and Inexpensive Homemade Fertilizers
From Marjory Wildcraft’s GrowYourOwnGroceries.org. There was a time when people gardened because backyard produce was far better and cheaper than anything from the store. To
Antibiotics In Our Water Supply: The Hidden Threat
This article was originally published on the Grow Network. There’s no denying it. The looming threat of drug-resistant bacteria is turning into a very real
These 5 Yoga Poses Are Sure to Enhance Your Hiking Experience
If you are a hiker you should know how important it is to stretch especially if you are hiking long distances. Adding a yoga practice
Hemp Will Save the World: Here’s Why
Hemp has been touted recently for it’s useful properties and there’s good reason for it! It actually solves a lot of worldwide problems from deforestation
Tour of Converted Van in New Hampshire
Life Opted Out Podcast gives us a tour of their newly converted tiny home – a van conversion!Check out their electric and solar set up,
Zen Gardens Are Powerful Peace Promoters When You Personalize
Zen Gardens Should Be Personal Zen gardens are one of those things that everyone kind of likes the idea of, but not very many people
Farmer Faces $2.8M Fine for Plowing His Land
Think you’re free to plow your own farmland? Not without a permit, says the federal court system. Longtime farmer John Duarte may face up to a
Health Benefits of Lime Essential Oil
Lime Essential Oil Primary Benefits Supports healthy immune function* Positively affects mood with stimulating and refreshing properties Used as an aromatic, topical, and internal cleanser*
DEET-Free Natural Remedy Against Ticks That Carry Lyme Disease
I recently returned to the New England area, and people here are crazy about avoiding Lyme disease! Some go as far as never going into