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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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

Learn Permaculture from Gaia’s Garden Author Toby Hemenway–FREE
Have you ever heard of the book Gaia’s Garden, by Toby Hemenway? It’s the best-selling book about permaculture in the world! It’s a classic among

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,

Remove Dangerous Pollutants Using House Plants
We all know plants and nature have many different uses, both in health and healing. However, did you know that certain types of plants can

Pay it Forward: 200 Farmers Stand Silent During Action for Young Man to Bid on Family Farm
200 silent farmers In a world of nearly nothing but tragic news updates and shootings, sometimes it’s nice when a little good news comes along,

9 Reasons Living in an RV Is Better Than Living in a House
Think living in an RV full time is a desperate measure for folks with no other options? Rethink your priorties, mate! Here’s a list of

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

Next Generation San Antonio Urban Farming Legal
There used to be a time when free people didn’t ask permission to grow food. I guess I can understand why legislation like this exists.

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

Why You Should Use a Composting Toilet!
Have you ever thought about getting a composting toilet, but heard rumors that left you feeling queasy? Let me clear a few things up! Composting

Hunting Guide for Morel Mushrooms
Hunting for Morel Mushrooms When the trees are sporting their new green leaves and the ground is warm and damp, it is spring in Minnesota

The Struggle of Saving, Financing, & Buying Our 5th Wheel (RV) For Full-Time Living
Original article from The Road To Coexistence. In October of 2015, we decided to begin saving for our full time adventure after many talks and
