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The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd, 2016 at The Cumberland County Fairgrounds in Crossville, Tennessee! This is event is being brought to you by Appalachia’s Homestead with Patara! You will enjoy learning skills every homesteader should know with a focus on homesteading, heritage, and history! We have an incredible list of…
*Graphic!* A hen with a prolapsed vent is serious business. If caught and treated early enough, it can be successfully treated as I have done several times before. I walk you through the steps that work for me. This girl is now doing great and we have not had to retreat her! Fingers crossed! Thanks…
A quick look at what an unfertilized egg will look like regardless of incubation. Every egg will vary also due to color and shell thickness as well. That is why I filmed a quick comparison. My Cream Legbar eggs are surprisingly dark! Just know that every egg is different! Candling can be difficult, but once…
A food forest is a paradise for all living things, you can’t deny that.
Finally harvested another of my yacon.
The point of this Vid is simply to point out that every farm is different! What works for you may not work for the next person and their homestead. Be willing to try new things, but always start small and evaluate the cost for everything you do. Always do what works best for your farm!…
A simple 2 ingredient homemade laundry detergent that is working great and saving money for us on the homestead! Borax free! Check it out! Thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
How a tree is grown makes a difference for you the buyer. Plants in high organic mater and not chemicals can be seen by anyone that wants to see it for themselves .
My Aunt Jean is absolutely an incredible cook. This is the recipe she uses for her Salisbury Steak entree and it is fabulous! It is a true family favorite! Enjoy and thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/ Recipe: 2 lbs ground beef 1 can French Onion Soup 1/2…
Another book review. Found this one a bit difficult to do. Good info in the book but the writing style was not one that appealed to me. It may appeal to you. One thing I forgot to mention is that he tries to bring in some political and social things using fermentation as allegory. Frankly,…
Many challenges over the past year. Still working to reorganize. Gardening is one that will absolutely not be dropped. Trying a bit of early seed stating to see if it will overcome one of the problems I’ve had in past years.
There are many ways to make Chicken Scratch. Traditionally, they are a 3-Grain mix should you buy a pre-mixed bag. I am going with a homemade “5 Grain Mix” this time round. You can add corn, oats, wheat, milo, barley, sunflower seeds, peas and so much more! Lots of choices. I am also adding my…
Magic Soup! The best of ALL frugal meals that will feed your entire family… twice! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
Many of you have asked about hotels in the area of Crossville, Tennessee for The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference! This Vid was originally filmed for our 2016 conference. However, the information is the same going forward for our May 6th, 2017 event! We headed up to Crossville to give you an idea of some of…
If you love homemade biscuits… we are about to take you to a whole new level of heaven. Your family will love you more than they already do when you introduce them to these! Enjoy and thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe, Comment & Share with friends! ~ Lodge Cast Iron Round Griddle: http://amzn.to/2gL3SW3 ~Gardener’s…
A snow dusting? Maybe an inch or two? Oh, no… how about ice instead? Winter life on a homestead in the Tennessee Mountains… Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
Is making your own chicken scratch really cheaper? Is it better? Well, let’s take a look at what I found. Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
A candid discussion on more truth about homesteading. Unlike what others may portray this lifestyle as, it is absolutely NOT free! I hope this honesty helps. Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
Reflecting back on the injury I received in my barn this time last year with my dairy cow and all that came with it. I hope it drives home the point that safety is key in all of your homesteading activities. Thank you so much for watching and be safe! xo Like, Subscribe and Share!…
Simple tips in helping you realize there is income on any homestead if you are sincere in your efforts and can think outside the box! I hope you find this helpful! Enjoy & thanks for watching! Love you guys! xo Like, Share, Comment & Share with friends! ~ **Items we use & recommend! ~Storey’s Guide…
A true throwback Appalachian style recipe! This was very common for my Great-Grandmother to make for many meals and this is exactly how she and her mother both made it. I did use a different style pasta today as I prefer organic as much possible for health reasons. Try it! It’s an old family fave!…
Homemade, simple and super inexpensive tooth powder so good, you’ll be smiling from ear to ear! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
One of our favorite homemade, quick meals that is a true treat! So easy and so delicious! See how I make it and you, too, will love it! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachias-Homestead-with-Patara-260231104167465/?ref=hl
Since we are having repairs done to our field line, the first step was to locate them since they are not on record. Today, this gentleman found them by using this old technique before verifying them with actual probes. It was pretty amazing watching him work! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like,Subscribe and Share! Like…
A day with the best pioneering lady in all of Tennessee! She and her family have been homesteading for over 30 years. Anytime I have questions or need direction, this is who I call! We love her and her family! Thank you, MHL, for another wonderful day on your homestead! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like…
New Years wishes and my favorite Christmas gift from under the tree.
Nothing beats the flavor and nourishment of homemade chicken broth! It is so easy to make and goes such a long way. Learn how to make it with ease! Linked below is how to make your very own delicious Chicken Crock-Pot Dinner for the broth! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Crock-Pot…
How I process some of my rose hips. It isn’t necessary to go to this much trouble but I do have a purpose as I explain.
A quick look at our sweet Silkies who are certainly a tight bunch. You will definitely see that as well as how they are protective of each other! You can also hear what I refer to as “Songbird Sounds.” We just love it and them! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Like, Subscribe and Share! Like…
Moving mulberry trees to new farm and thought that if roots are so close to ground, plant guilds would need to keep this in mind.
