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Urban Homesteading

Three kids play outside on bikes in their urban homestead. a greenhouse and lots of green plants grow in the background

Start Small: Creating an Urban Homestead

We implemented these techniques slowly over time.  If you are thinking of starting a homestead, start with some of these tips.  Don't be afraid to try!  I am no expert and am learning new things everyday.  

Suburban Homesteading

a little boy with a big smile while he holds a chicken. The boy stands outside next to a log cabin

Baby Chicks

We knew chickens would be a family favorite.  It was just a matter of time before we got some.  See how we got started!

three pots are filled with tiny evergreen trees waiting to be transplanted on a suburban homestead

Transplanting Trees

We have plenty of Evergreens

sprouting up all over our yard in less than ideal places. See how we transplanted them instead of cutting them down.

a water feature is created at the downspout of an old farmhouse using river rocks, river pebbles, and boulders

Water Feature

This was a fun weekend project that kept me outside, away from any and all housework.

garden lettuce grows in pots next to a wooden planter box in a wisconsin garden

Garden Planning - 2025

This is the first year we actually have a plan!  I wonder how things will go.  Will I even get anything from seed?   Will the weather cooperate?

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