Grid Stress & Backup Power: Hardening Your Summer Energy Plan
In the Homestead movie and series, energy security isn't just about flipping a switch; it is about managing a limited, precious resource under pressure. As we head into Summer heat,...
Homesteading & Preparedness
Grid Stress & Backup Power: Hardening Your Summer Energy Plan
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Easy Emergency Preparedness: Backup PowerEasy Emergency Preparedness: Backup Power
Power outages are becoming more frequent and around the world, but specifically, here in the United States. Members of the Homestead team recently experienced an extended outage when wind and...
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How to Get a GMRS Radio License in the United States (with links)How to Get a GMRS Radio License in the United States (with links)
If you’re interested in using General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) radios in the United States, you’ll need a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). GMRS radios are popular for...
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Gas Masks: A Comprehensive Guide to PreparednessGas Masks: A Comprehensive Guide to Preparedness
In today's unpredictable world, being prepared for emergencies is not just prudent; it's essential. Recent events, from natural disasters to civil unrest, highlight the importance of readiness. Gas masks are...
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The Case for Food StorageThe Case for Food Storage
There’s been a lot of talk in the media and on the Internet over the past few months about food storage. And while there’s been a lot of talk, how...
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Maximizing Water Efficiency on Your Homestead: 10 Tips for Healthy and Abundant Crops
Maximizing Water Efficiency on Your Homestead: 10 Tips for Healthy and Abundant Crops
Ten non-obvious tips that can help you achieve better water efficiency and conservation—without sacrificing your harvest. In fact, many of these will increase crop yields while decreasing water consumption!
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Stay Connected and Prepared: The Role of Emergency Radios in Homesteading and Emergency SituationsStay Connected and Prepared: The Role of Emergency Radios in Homesteading and Emergency Situations
For years, every emergency checklist has listed a battery-powered radio, but we've often wondered—why an AM/FM radio, and how useful would that actually be considering it's just 1-way communication? The...
