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No, it's not for drinking. One hint...in the garden.And Coca-Cola is just one of our secrets for growing great tomatoes on a cold-weather homestead. How? Watch and see.Need a helping hand with getting your family prepared for tough times?The
Without pollination, there's no fruit. But how does it happen and what can you do to improve it?In this episode, Lisa and Nancy walk through this essential process for anyone who wants food independence on their homestead.Realizing how depend
Ever noticed how the birds have a 6th sense for when your fruit is almost ripe and you're about to pick it? The day before you harvest, they move in and wipe it out. Or at least that's the way it seems.In this episode, you'll get an incredibly
It's one pest that most areas have in common. But they are especially bad in our area, so we have a lot of experience. In this episode, we share a variety of methods we've used to deal with our mosquito problem, what's worked, and what hasn't.
We have a lot of tools! Many, we rarely (if ever) use. Some, we use periodically. A few, we use regularly. But one tool we use all the time--year-round.Start your journey to independence, with the training and support to do it right the first
Here's a fun episode, doing 'a few of our favorite things'...such as exploding popular myths that abound about living off the grid.You've probably heard some of them. Maybe you've even spread some of them 😉. This is our chance to set the reco
If we were limited to only one thing to protect our homestead, a good dog with proper training would be our first choice.In this episode, we’re sharing what we looked for in a guard dog and a bit on how we trained her to be so gentle with kids
Boots are an often-forgotten necessity on the homestead. In this episode, we'll show you what we use and we we maintain boots to get a long life out of themThe boot grease I use is Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP:https://amzn.to/3UvBica(affiliate link
In this episode, we share an unusual thing we've been using peat moss for on our homestead--with great results.And if you have chickens, you might want to try it too!Our favorite poultry supplement: https://the-fertrell-company.myshopify.com
In this episode of The Ready Life Podcast, we'll be pruning some blueberry bushes that are desperately in need of a haircut!Are you overwhelmed with the "nuts and bolts" how-to details of country living and setting up a homestead that is as in
In this week's episode, we're focusing on Noah and how he prepared for things which were unseen as yet. There are a LOT of parallels between the story of Noah and our day (Jesus himself said so).But while Noah built an ark, are you envisionin
One look at the world around us makes it clear WHERE we are and what direction it's taking. With massive instability everywhere, out-of-control inflation, political volatility like we've never seen, and powerful entities grasping for more and
We live off the grid and try to be energy efficient. But there are some things you simply have to prioritize--even if they do use a bit of power. In other words, your guilty pleasures.Want to know what ours is? It's the infrared sauna and we
In this week's episode of The Ready Life Podcast, we'll tell you all about the things that have worked for us when dealing with burns on the homestead, including this weirdest of remedies.But before you laugh and shrug it off, consider trying
In this episode of the Ready Life Podcast, we share our experience with a battery-powered chainsaw. You'll hear it's pros, cons, and why we really like having one on our homestead.
In this episode, we dive into the topic of electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) and how they can affect off-grid living. With insights from retired Congressman Roscoe Bartlett, we discuss what EMPs are, their potential to disrupt modern life, and shar
This episode discusses the challenges of living in a rural area, specifically on road access and conditions such as mud, snow, and rocky terrain. We share personal experiences, give recommendations, and highlight the adventure of dealing with c
In this week's episode of The Ready Life Podcast, we're diving into the challenges of shade on solar power systems. We'll explore practical solutions to ensure your solar panels get the most sunlight, from strategic placement to tree management
In this eye-opening episode of The Ready Life Podcast, we dive into the world of sauerkraut, an ancient superfood that's making a modern comeback.Discover the incredible benefits of this simple, yet powerful fermented food and learn how it can
Join Nathan and Heidi in this special episode of The Ready Life Podcast: Kids Edition! These green-thumbed siblings spill the beans on why they're crazy about starting their own seedlings and why you should be too. Tune in as they dish out the
In this episode, we share a deeply personal story of how environmental toxins can affect your health, and surprisingly, they can be right inside your home.We discuss the harmful effects of environmental chemicals, and Lisa's personal struggle
In this week's episode of the Ready Life Podcast, we explore the use of propane in off-grid living. We tackle common questions about independence when relying on a non-renewable energy source and weigh up the costs of propane versus electricity
In this episode, we are joined by Dave Pruett, MD and his wife Beth, who together founded AMP-3. Pulling from Dr. Dave's 28 years of emergency medicine experience, they discuss key medical emergency preparedness techniques, tools, and training
Brace yourself for a chilling adventure in this episode of the Ready Life Podcast. We're sharing our story during a -24°F (-33 in some places) Arctic blast in the rugged mountains of North Idaho. From battling frozen pipes to ensuring our anima
In this episode of the Ready Life Podcast, we provide sound advice on choosing the most energy-efficient refrigerators and freezers for off-grid living.We explain why energy efficiency is pivotal for off-grid living and delve into how the most
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