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.


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Why You Should Use Essential Oils To Clean Your House
When it comes to cleaning your home many people believe it is necessary to use harsh chemicals to kill germs and sanitize appliances but that

The Marijuana Justice Act: How the War on Drugs Targets the Poor
Is the so-called War on Drugs really a war against the poor? Senator Cory Booker is making waves with his newly proposed Marijuana Justice Act

Homemade Red Wine in Five Simple Steps
Most wine making guides really over-think the wine making process. They tell you to buy all kinds of equipment and additives that you don’t really

10 Reasons Why You Need to Drink Lemon Water Every Day
Did you know that the first thing that you should do every morning is drink a tall glass of water? It immediately recharges your body,

New Study: Kids Drinking Whole Milk Are Thinner Than Those Who Drink Skim
A new study from Canada has found something surprising: Kids who grow up drinking skim milk are actually more likely to have problems with obesity

Interview With Ted and Don of Raven Rock Eco Village
June of 2018 I visited Raven Rock Eco Village for nearly a week. It was one of the most transformational experiences of my life, please

Super Easy to Build DIY PVC Chicken Feeder!
Like myself and many others, chickens love to eat all day, at any given time of the day. A good chicken owner knows having an

How to Make a One Stick Instant Fire – VIDEO
Can you really start a fire with just one stick? If it’s fatwood, then the answer is YES! Even a tiny pile of shavings from

Cocolmeca: The Miracle Vine for Caregiving and Sickeness
I love a good ethobotanical adventure and Mexico is full of them. Today, while near the central market, we stumbled (nearly literally) on a pile

Next Generation ‘Farm from a Box’ : Solar Powered Farm for Living Off Grid
The Next Generation “Farm from a Box”, brings individuals or communities a modified shipping container that allows them to prosper by creating their own sustainable

Zote Soap: The MOST Useful Soap EVER
I’ve lived in Mexico for three years but never tried to use Zote soap until this past week, partially inspired by a meme I found

Star Wars Day! Treat Yourself and May the 4th Be With You
May the 4th Be With You On the heels of Star Wars day, it isn’t too late to celebrate! Star War fans, its time to
