What did you miss most about city life when you moved to the country?
I would love to live in the country one day....
How to not die from home canning
I love making apple butters and pickles as tasty summer and fall treats that I typically will can to enjoy in later seasons. I have been scared to move in to other foods because of the potential for botulism! From what I've read, there is no way to tell if a home canned good has botulism, it's all i...
How should I drive near a buggy?
There is a large Amish population in my area, so it's common to pass horses and buggies on the highway or drive next to them in town. I'm always worried I'll spook the horses. Should I change my driving habits around the buggies, or just give them plenty of space? ...
What are some resources for people who aspire to someday live off-grid?
I'm really just curious. It's always been in the back of my mind. Solar power makes this more doable for those who don't want to completely give up the amenities of modern-day life. But is that just flying in the face of true off-grid living? Is there a "off-grid code" for what is and is not accepte...
Where can I live that is truly quiet?
Neighbors are loud. The forest is loud at night and crashing waves never stop. Is there anywhere to live that's actually quiet?...
Why isn't foraging and foraged products more popular?
Obviously in cities, foraging isn't an option - but why isn't it more popular in rural areas and suburbs? Also, why aren't foods like acorn flour sold in stores?...
What should you do if your chicken is constantly trying to eat her own eggs?
Sometimes when I get to the coop to pick up the eggs for the day, one of my hens has already ruined the egg she layed! I'm very new to keeping chickens and didn't know that they might try to eat their own eggs. How can I keep this from happening? What causes it? Am I doing anything wrong?...
What do you need to feed chicken if you want rich, bright orange yolks?
I've recently started raising my own chickens. I've seen some people use eggs with really bright yolks, but the eggs my chickens produce don't look like this. What can I feed them to get that bright color?...
