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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Cold Weather Chicken Care: 11 Quick Ideas to Improve Chicken Comfort
Until recently, if you asked me about cold-weather chicken care, I would have said, “Choose the right chicken breeds for your climate and build your
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
Cannabinoids: The Other Vitamin “C”?
By Dr. Buckley Throughout the nation, one of the hottest social and political discussions right now is whether or not we should legalize marijuana. I
8 Hard Lessons Learned Homesteading in the City
I started my adventures homesteading nearly 8 years ago but in the city. We chose to do it in the city (despite the fact that
This Sensual Hippie Oil Can Improve Your Mood and Appearance
Essential Oils are a great way to transition your family away from big pharma and the Medical Industrial Complex. Today we are going to spotlight
10 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Go to Mexico
Virtually everyone who heard I was moving to Mexico told me I was crazy. I’d be lying if I said there were not bad things
Transitioning Solar Panels to our Sailboat
Transitioning to a Sailboat Before we lived on a sailboat we lived off grid in Northern Arizona, traveling around our RV. Our sailboat is a
Human Brains Make Their Own ‘Marijuana’ from Conception Onward: Endocannabinoid System
If reading that headline made you do a double-take, you’re not alone. Apparently our bodies contain an entire Endocannabinoid System, and the modern medical system
This Geodesic Earthdome Retreat Masterfully Blends Nature and Comfort
Nestled in the New Mexico Mountains, this quaint geodesic earthen home is compact yet incredibly spacious. In all it is 30 feet across. The property surrounding
No Yard? No Problem. How to Garden in a Small Space
So you’ve been bitten by the RV bug but still want to garden? Container gardening might be your solution! Maybe you’re still dreaming of the
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
Gift Wrap Alternatives That You Can Feel Good About
Are you looking for gift wrap alternatives? Me, too. One of the sillier things we do as humans is buying pretty-colored paper, just to throw