The Homestead Guru
We share what we are passionate about.
We help you unleash the guru, inside you.
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.
Years of Growth
Featured Posts
The Latest and Greatest
Breaking : US Government Moves to Legalize Cannabis
Will the US Legalize Cannabis? Today, the key committee of Congress has voted to legalize cannabis by lifting the federal ban. If this makes it
Intentional Communities: Are They Just for the Entitled?
Do you remember the community feeling of summertime as a kid? I can still remember the smell of pine trees, gardening with my mom, and
What is a Flower Essence? Feature on Turks Cap
Catherine and her friend Juliet talk about flower essences at Barton Springs in Austin, Texas. Turks Cap is a native Texas flower, named ofter is
The 13 Best Chicken Breeds for Cold Climates
This article was originally published on the Grow Network. There are four articles in this series on different strategies for cold-weather chicken care. Below, we
Levitating Houseplants for Your Homestead
This levitating houseplant will add a new twist to your homestead. Powered by two magnets, this Air Bonsai literally holds your small plant in the
The Three Sisters: An Ancient Symbiotic Plant Relationship
The Three Sisters I first heard the term permaculture about five years ago from my friend John, after I mentioned to him that I was
This is How Herbal Medicine is Made (Italian Co-operative)
Last month I was able to tour a natural medicine co-operative in northern Italy. It was truly a divine experience. The smells, the smells! They
Tour of Converted School Bus in Progress
Check out this awesome Skoolie (Converted School Bus) in the works!
5 Must-Have Tools for Maintaining Your Garden
Gardens are one home project where you can measure success by answering the question, do you want to work harder or smarter. The work is
Caffeine’s Startling Brain Effects: Is Coffee Friend or Foe?
Caffeine is the number one drug of choice over the world. It’s even more popular than alcohol, yet most people don’t really think of it
DIY Probiotics – 4 Cheap and Easy Alternatives
From Marjory Wildcraft’s GrowYourOwnGroceries.org. Yes, the prepackaged probiotic capsules and tablets in health food stores can be pricey. But there’s no need to break the
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