Now, I’m sure that there’s folks out there who will tell you the right and wrong ways on how to introduce new chickens to the current flock.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Are you new to raising chickens and looking for the perfect breed to start with? Here are some of the best backyard chickens for beginners.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This easy and crunchy sourdough granola recipe is filled with yummy pumpkin spice flavors and just the right amount of sweetness.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This recipe for healthy homemade granola includes only a handful of simple and good for you ingredients. But still super deliciously sweet.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This Einkorn sourdough starter recipe gives you step-by-step instructions to create your own sourdough starter to make your own bread at home| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This einkorn sourdough pancakes recipe is an excellent way to get a nutritious and gut healthy boost for breakfast. They’re naturally sweet| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This bone broth recipe is a cinch to put together. Simply gather the ingredients and simmer slowly in a crock pot or other slow cooker.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Indulge in a delicious and unique breakfast treat with our apple cinnamon sourdough pancakes recipe. These flavorful pancakes are the perfect| Boots & Hooves Homestead
In this post, I’m sharing how we built a whimsical garden experience for the children. This post is full of the many ways that we created our whimsical gardens based off of our favorite literature books.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This summer berry trifle has layers of cake, pudding and berries. It tastes best when made ahead but can also be assembled at the last minute| Boots & Hooves Homestead
I used to think that I was motivated to grow our own food on this little homestead. Mostly because I want a healthier life for my family.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Lessons learned as a rancher's wife. What to expect when you're new to to the country & ranch lifestyle. 25 top lessons learned.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Keeping a Pygmy goat pet is a great choice for a small farm. Because of their small body frame and gentle demeanor, they make a great pet option!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This Mediterranean farro salad is a quick and easy-to-prepare lunch. Prepare a batch on Sunday and enjoy it all week long.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Planning out our garden for ultimate productivity and helping to maximize growth is always a huge priority for success. Learn how to plan a garden in zone 5| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Like any garden method, there are both pros and cons. However there are also many benefits of raised bed gardening and I’m highlighting a few.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Galvanized raised garden beds have proven to be a time saving way for a more productive garden. I’m sharing my review of Olle gardens beds.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Build your ultimate garden no matter where you live! Find inspiration with these creative, easy & inexpensive DIY raised garden bed ideas.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Preserving your own food can save you a lot of money. Dehydrating tomatoes is one great way to preserve food for later use.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Growing tomatoes in a raised garden bed is a great way to get healthy, productive plants—especially if you want to improve drainage, control soil quality, and reduce pests.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
A great addition to the kitchen garden are garden peas. We are sharing tips on how to grow peas to help you with your first harvest.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
If you have the right information on how to grow lettuce, you can plant and harvest the leaves in your backyard, containers, or balcony| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Carrots are fairly easy to grow, can be grown indoors, taste great and are used in a wide variety of dishes.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Gardening with transplants is one of the easiest ways to get started with gardening. Its perfect for beginners and even for those of us who have been doing this gardening thing for awhile.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Living a healthier, non-toxic lifestyle doesn’t have to be overwhelming or expensive. In fact, one of the most effective ways to clean up your home environment is to take it one room at a time. When you start small and work at your own pace, it’s much easier to make sustainable changes that stick. If you’re ready to ditch the toxins and create a safer, healthier haven for your family, here’s how to get started—room by room.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
In this post, I’m sharing a topic very near and dear to my heart — that is mother culture and how we can cultivate this habit as busy modern homestead mothers.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Are you dreaming of building a traditional kitchen full of from scratch cooking, but also simple for life as a busy mom. In this post, I’m sharing the tips and resources that I’ve used to build up our traditional kitchen.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Looking for a healthier alternative to traditional jam? This easy chia seed jam recipe is packed with nutrients & flavor, and no refined sugar, making it the perfect addition to your breakfast time!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a delicious side dish is loaded with a olives, sun dried tomatoes, peppers, herbs…and all of the delish flavors of the Mediterranean. This delicious vegan-friendly pasta salad is a great side dish for a lunch or barbecue. See the steps to make this delicious summer recipe here.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This homemade guacamole recipe is easy to put together with simple fresh ingredients. And let me tell you, this version is the real deal.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
When you’re striving to live a healthier, more natural lifestyle, the pantry is a great place to start. Our modern pantries are often filled with processed foods, artificial ingredients, and seed oils that can sabotage our efforts toward cleaner living — often without us even realizing it.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
How to build a greenhouse for a small farm or homestead. Plus, inside of this tutorial, there are free plans that can be printed out for reference!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Gardening in raised beds is a good way to save space, but filling it can become expensive. Learn how to fill a raised garden bed on a budget| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Spring has finally arrived here in Zone 5, and if you’re anything like me, you’re itching to get your hands in the dirt! April is when the| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Want to grow fresh veggies without the overwhelm? This beginner’s guide to raised bed gardening shares easy steps to help busy moms start growing food| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This delicious and easy baked lemon chicken drumsticks recipe is the perfect weeknight meal. With a tangy and flavorful marinade, these chicken drumsticks are sure to be a hit with the whole family.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? Try this mouth-watering garlic butter steak bites recipe - perfect for a weeknight meal!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
There are many possibilities with starting greenhouse gardening. But you may be wondering what vegetables you should grow in a greenhouse.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
In this post, learn how to build a goat shelter super frugally! With the use of free pallets and a couple of other simple supplies.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Are you new to kidding and raising goats? Here is the essential information needed for baby goat care. And tips for taking care of goat kids.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Yes, goats are pretty incredible at clearing land. But how do we ensure we are keeping all of our livestock safe from poisonous plants?| Boots & Hooves Homestead
How to make a natural deodorant that works with a handful of simple and good for you ingredients. It is not super complicated.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This easy to bake honey oat bread is free of processed sugar. It is incredibly delicious and slightly sweetened with a bit of natural honey.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
What are the best chickens for colorful eggs? In this post we will review the top 9 breeds that will give you a multi-colored egg basket.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Indulge in a hearty and delicious meal with this beef tips and gravy recipe, complete with savory mushrooms. Perfect for a cozy night in or| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Keeping chickens during the winter time can be tricky business. I’m sharing some tips for raising chickens in the winter.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Getting started with natural cleaning products by learning to to DIY your own. Links to several already made all natural cleaning supplies.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
How do you get started with canning and preserving when you’re a complete beginner? I've found some really great tools and resources to aid in your journey!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Raising goats can be quite rewarding and pretty entertaining. Here are a few things that are necessary for keeping goats healthy and happy.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Spring is the perfect time for refreshing the home, and it is also a great time for refreshing the home apothecary.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
While many of us are starting to slow down and put the garden to rest for the winter, what about zone 5 gardening - what to plant in October.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Learn how to make easy and healthy elderberry gummies at home. These tasty treats are packed with immune-boosting benefits| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Learn how to prepare your chicken coop for winter with these essential tips. Keep your chickens warm, healthy, and safe all season long!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
This garlic scape pesto recipe is a delicious zesty treat and can be enjoyed in many ways. Served over pasta or a hearty flatbread!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Pomodoro Sauce Recipe is deliciously creamy and zesty. Made in under 20 minutes, you can have a homemade pasta sauce ready super fast.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Indulge in the perfect breakfast treat with our simple step by step guide to making delicious sourdough apple fritters.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
In growing zone 5, September marks the start of cooler weather, making it an ideal time to plant certain vegetables that can tolerate frost| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Simple guide to hatching chicken eggs in an incubator. In this post, we are sharing the best egg incubator to hatch chickens easily.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Growing garlic at home is actually pretty simple. With a few simple tips, you can have a garlic harvest each year.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
When creating garden plans each year, I always start with the potager or kitchen garden and then move my way over to the larger gardens.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Goats are a great animal of choice for most small farm owners. If you have a small amount of land to work with, here's the best dairy goats| Boots & Hooves Homestead
What do you need to know when getting started with raising Alpine goats? They make a great addition to the homestead or small farm.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Learn what plants grow well together and how to get started with companion planting. What are the benefits and tips to get started.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
The best goats for pets typically have gentle temperaments, are easy to handle, and are adaptable to various environments.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Common mistakes in vegetable gardening often revolve around issues like improper planting, neglecting soil health, and inadequate pest| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Looking for a simple and delicious homemade bread recipe? Look no further! This easy sandwich bread recipe requires minimal ingredients and yields a soft and fluffy loaf that’s perfect for sandwiches. Beginner bread bakers, rejoice! Discover just how easy it is to make your own sandwich bread at home!| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Making the decision to get started with raising baby chicks is pretty simple. But it does take a bit of planning and preparation. Here’s how| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Transform your garden into a stunning oasis and learn how to build a garden arch trellis. This easy diy cattle panel archway is simple to do| Boots & Hooves Homestead
In this post, I’m sharing our best tips for growing strawberries at home and how to grow delicious berries in raised beds.| Boots & Hooves Homestead
Starting an herb garden is a rewarding way to begin (or expand) your gardening knowledge. What are the basics of herb gardening for beginners?| Boots & Hooves Homestead