A lot of people doing a little to reduce waste at home can add up to a big impact. This list of zero waste projects for the home are easy to both make and implement. I created this list to help those get started on the zero-waste journey. It is … Read More
Homemade flour tortillas are so delicious! Once you eat freshly made flour tortillas made at home, you’ll never want to go back to store bought. You can choose what size to make the tortillas for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, etc. They will really up your Taco Tuesday game. Homemade flour tortillas … Read More
Avocado is a healthy fat with hydrating properties. When combined with lemongrass, fresh avocado bath bombs give you an invigorating burst of energy while hydrating your skin. They are easy to make, so you can have an energizing soak as often as you’d like. Your friends will be jealous though. … Read More
Are you thinking about getting backyard chickens? They can be a great addition to your family as both pets and a source of food, but there are some things to consider before getting chickens. Does your city or town allow them? Where will you keep them? Will they be safe … Read More
Can you make money homesteading? Absolutely! There are lots of ways to create sustainable sources of income from your homestead if you want to. Some homesteaders simply enjoy the lifestyle and choose not to use it as a financial means. That’s great too. Here at the Happiest Camper Homestead we … Read More
Do you feel buried by the daily stressors of life? Grocery shopping, diapers, cooking, bills, repeat. This inspirational gardening quote has many meanings, yet it is so simple. Display it in your home as a reminder of your potential. You are not buried. You are planted. Wonderful things are on … Read More
A homestead is a house and the land surrounding it. The term homesteading is often associated with living off the land by growing and preserving your own food and creating sustainability off the grid. Homestead bloggers use their corners of the internet to provide information and tutorials on gardening, raising … Read More
Did you know you can grow plants to ensure the health of your chickens? Several flowers, greens, berries and even vegetables can add to a chicken’s well being in a variety of ways. Chances are a garden is already in the works on your homestead, so why not incorporate some … Read More
There are many choices when considering which egg incubator you want to use for hatching chicks from eggs. This post will tell you everything you need to know before making a purchase. Egg Incubator Styles Cabinet Style Styrofoam or Plastic DIY Homemade Cabinet Style Incubators ($200-$2000) are for the serious … Read More
We have been raising Idaho Pasture Pigs since August 2017 at the Happiest Camper Homestead in Big Stone Gap, VA. It is a new breed of pigs that are not aggressive and graze for food. Idaho Pasture Pigs are a medium sized pig that reach a butcher weight of 200-250 lbs. … Read More
This Year Shop With Your Heart, And Help Farm Animals In The Process I care deeply about animals, all animals big and small really. But I find it easier to do things for cats and dogs than for farm animals. The ASPCA realized how easy it is to do things … Read More
It has been four months since we totaled our RV and settled on a 5-acre homestead in southwestern Virginia. The house is (mostly) furnished, and we are no longer going to the store every day to replace missing items. We are moving out of survival mode and beginning to enjoy … Read More