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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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Keep Calm and Free The Boobies!
Okay guys, time to talk about an topic that’s pretty important to me, although a bit…controversial. That might not be the proper term, but I’ll

Getting Good Grades is Meaningless
Hold on–I’m about to disappoint all you high-achievers…but good grades are no measure of intelligence. More importantly, good grades also don’t actually have any bearing

No Tools Needed to Build this Raised Garden Bed with Lego-Like Blocks
Building your raised bed garden can seem like a challenge. Researching the right parts to buy, taking measurements, visiting the home improvement store, and putting

Chlorine Leak DOW Chemical Company, Plaquemine
A chlorine leak was confirmed Friday near New Orleans at a DOW Chemical Plant. WBRZ broke the story just after 3pm as they notified local residents

7 Simple DIY Root Cellars – Keep Your Food Fresh With No Electricity
As you dig into the earth, you will find that the soil becomes increasingly cool. This is because the sun’s hot light is unable to

Seattle’s Tiny House Village for the Homeless
In a world of skyrocketing housing costs, a tiny house village for the homeless is a revolutionary idea! The only thing better might be the

Drink Your Fungus! Continuous-Brew Chaga (Mushroom) Tea and Coffee
What is “mushroom coffee”, and why on Earth would anyone want to drink (what basically amounts to) fungus juice? The answers might surprise you! If

Kratom Ban Update – Georgia Man Arrested, Florida Bill to Ban Kratom
The DEA made Kratom front page news in 2015 when they announced it would be placed on the Schedule One list, effectively making the popular

How, When, and WHY to Prune Your Fruit Trees
Did you know the ideal time to prune your fruit trees is in mid- to late winter, before the sap starts to “wake up” from

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 Tomato Leaf Myth: Debunking the Poisonous Lie
Have you ever heard that tomato leaves are poisonous!? What if I told you they not only aren’t poisonous but that they’re actually really tasty

The 2nd Amendment is a Lie…
Now of course, the 2nd Amendment itself is probably the truest and most audaciously American thing ever written; and I love it. But if you
