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Our Kind of HomesteadingLarge animals for your homestead. Are they right for you?Cheri got horses!! It's not our first rodeo, we have had horses in the past, but it's still exciting! But, there is a lot more to think about when adding a large animal to your homestead. Come along with us today and see if large animals are a good fit for you :)***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front...2023-06-2140 min
Our Kind of HomesteadingHow to prepare for Spring! Baby goats and all the things!Today, we chat about all the wonderful homesteady shenanigans that Spring brings! For us, baby goats are definitely a major happening on our homesteads. :) What are your main Spring happenings?? Reach out to us by email (ourkindofhomesteading@gmail.com) or thru Instagram (@ourkindofhomesteading) and let us know!! ***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all...2023-01-1838 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to Stock your pantry, make hot sauce and do all the things!In today's episode we talk about how to properly stock your pantry and eat out of it! We also discuss how to ferment hot sauce and the need-to-knows of canning:)***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keep...2023-01-1159 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to stock your pantry, make hot sauce and do all the things!We discuss how to ferment hot sauce and all the things the average family needs in their pantry. ***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join u...2023-01-1159 minOur Kind of HomesteadingSeeds, gardens and getting ready for spring!!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2023-01-0437 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhy you should be ready for any disaster, zombies or otherwise ;)***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-12-2852 minOur Kind of HomesteadingChecklist to start your homestead!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-12-2148 minOur Kind of HomesteadingLast Minute Homesteady Gifts***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-12-141h 01Our Kind of HomesteadingFour must have plants for your homestead***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-11-3054 minOur Kind of HomesteadingBumper Crop, what a good problem to have!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-11-2248 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to grow your very own tea leaves!!!As a homesteader we are always thinking of ways to be more self sufficient. Growing tea is just one more thing you can add to the list. All tea comes from the Camellia Sinensis Plant. Depending on how you harvest your leaves will dictate the type of tea you will have. Find out how to grow the tea plant with us. ***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting...2022-11-1647 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEvery Penny Counts***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-11-0943 minOur Kind of HomesteadingMinimalist go hand in hand with homesteading, or do they?***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-11-0243 minOur Kind of HomesteadingMore Hacks!The girls discuss hacks, re-purposing and more***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Laughing, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https...2022-10-2649 minOur Kind of HomesteadingChickens R Us***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talk has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-10-191h 00Our Kind of HomesteadingChickens, Guinea Fowl and Fall Chores***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talk has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-10-1455 minOur Kind of HomesteadingChicken Facts 101***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-10-051h 03Our Kind of HomesteadingMaking vs Buying!!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-09-2859 minOur Kind of HomesteadingAll About Dairy Animals!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-09-2156 minOur Kind of HomesteadingLess-Thought-Of of Preservation Techniques!***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! ***We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics….just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want to join us! ;) Go for it and hit the link below….https://patreon.com/porchtalks?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_camp...2022-09-1456 minOur Kind of HomesteadingNatural Ways to Relieve PainUnfortunately, aches and pains are a part of life , am I right?? A quick fix like Tylenol or Ibuprofen is definitely convenient and easy but can come with pretty severe side effects. So, what are natural ways to relieve “normal” aches and pains? In todays episode we chat all about the natural remedies we utilize to combat headaches, muscle aches and so much more! DISCLAIMER: We are not doctors. (Obviously, right?) ;) You should do your own research and talk to your doctor if you have any questions regarding natural pain...2022-09-071h 01Our Kind of HomesteadingEp. 73 - What to know before you buy your homestead - Part IIPart 2 of Episode 70! :) Theres quite a bit to contemplate when deciding to buy a homestead. And that’s where a Part 2 comes in! ;) In this episode, we dog a bit deeper and go into more detail about what you’re gonna want to look for when buying a homestead to call your own :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.face...2022-08-3145 minOur Kind of HomesteadingNot in our skillsetWe all have skill sets so let’s own it! In todays episode, we discuss our skill sets and our families skill sets and how they all play an important role on our homesteads. :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkindofhomesteadingSocial media allows us to build relationships with our listeners (which we ABSOLUTELY LOVE!) and deepen connections! And co...2022-08-241h 09Our Kind of HomesteadingWhen to call a vetWhen you’re on a homestead with a handful of animals (especially if you’re like us, with a shit ton of animals!) calling the vet is not always going to be the most affordable or the most time conscious. But, sometimes things happen that are outside your wheelhouse. In todays episode, we chat about when WE call a vet. (It’s pretty rare. ;) And all the other times we don’t ;) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social m...2022-08-2050 minOur Kind of HomesteadingThings to know before you buy your homestead Part 1Thinking about where to start your homestead? In todays episode, we chat about all the shit you should consider before taking the plunge on deciding where to put down roots ;) Multifactorial for sure, we highlight some of the basic and some of the obscure questions to ask when deciding where to start a homestead :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook...2022-08-1044 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomesteading Your WayHomestead the way you want to do it, not how you think you should.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-08-0348 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to Train a Livestock Guardian DogLivestock Guardian Dogs (or LGD’s) are often misunderstood and/or confused with “farm dogs” In this episode, we chat about: * How to train your LGD * LGD’s and their temperament * And so much more, including plenty of laughs and our usual unedited comedy! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkindofhomesteadingSocial media allows u...2022-07-271h 03Our Kind of HomesteadingHow to Start HomesteadThe girls discuss planning and what to think about when starting a homesteadThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-07-201h 09Our Kind of HomesteadingWhat to Forage in the SummerSummer…..the season gardens are in full swing and the chores keep piling up. ;) When things get chaotic like that, we often forget there’s still plenty to forage during this warm season! Today, we chat about: What plants to forage in the summer What to do with said plants once foraged (drying, etc) Randomness and plenty of laughs! Want to be a part of our feedback and awesome community?? Leave a review!! Click this link to our podcast website, https://ourkindofhomesteading.captivate.fm and leave a raving review (hopefully all...2022-07-1346 minOur Kind of HomesteadingBees, not so muchWe talk about what bees and what's happening on our homesteadsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-07-061h 11Our Kind of HomesteadingWhat to Keep in your Medicine CabinetWhat should you keep on hand for your animals?This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-06-291h 02Our Kind of HomesteadingPests and Unwanted Garden GuestsHave you ever had a problem in your garden with something else besides bugs?? In today’s episode, we discuss: larger garden pestsunwanted guests and solutions for them all! And shout out to Karen, for this episode topic idea! Want more of our brutal honesty and pee-your-pants-laughs every week?? We have a new Podcast coming out soon! Be sure to keep a lookout for keep Porch Talks! Similar to Our Kind of Homesteading podcast, yet without any Homesteading portion….Porch Talks is just us chatting and laughing, keeping it real (as always) with...2022-06-221h 02Our Kind of HomesteadingPlants and Their FoesOften, we hear what plants DO like each other and can be planted near each other, but what about which plants DON'T like each other??? In today's episode, we chat about gardening with plants and their foes. Which plants DO NOT like each other and what you should never plant next to each otherWhy those plants are incompatible Plus, the expected laugh-your-ass-off moments!! Also, our producer, Shauna's husband (Honest), is now mic'd up with us! Got his own microphone and headset so you can actually hear his jokes clearly now instead of some distant...2022-06-1552 minOur Kind of HomesteadingSummer, Summer, Summertime on the HomesteadLet’s talk summertime!! What does summertime mean for your homestead?In today's episode, we chat about all things SUMMER and what those rising temps mean for your homestead! Tips for preparing your homestead for summer weatherWhat to get done BEFORE high temps and intense sun hitNecessities for homestead animalsA few recipes for homemade bug spray and sunscreen (look for full recipes and instructions on Instagram!!) And, of course, expect tons of laughs and hilarious stories along the way!!! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course yo...2022-06-0857 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomestead Heartaches, when things do go as plannedThings aren't always sunshine and daisies. Plans don't work out and the weather can always throw a curve ball. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-06-0139 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWho Watches the Funny Farm? Vacationing away from the homesteadVacations and homesteads don't exactly go hand in hand. ;)In todays episode, we chat about how to vacation (without stressing) when you own a homestead. Weather your homestead is a small garden, a few animals, LOTS of animals or a combination of a few of those, you'll definitely need someone you can trust to watch, feed, water, etc your homestead while you're away. We have owned a homestead for the past 25+ years, and we usually vacation once a year (I know, we wish it was more too) ;)....we give you all the tips...2022-05-2552 minOur Kind of HomesteadingTEA TIMEAhhh! Tea!! We LOVE tea!! Most people drink coffee...we choose tea. And over the years, we've learned how to be tea enthusiasts. ;) We always refer to ourselves as tea snobs....and we've had many of you ask what that means and even how to become a tea snob. ;) Hahaha!! In today's episode, we show you and chat about our tremendous love for tea and how we harvest and make our very own tea!!! Of course, be ready for lots of laughs, homesteading talk and plenty of cussing....because this wouldn't be our...2022-05-1852 minOur Kind of HomesteadingQ & A with Listener Questions!!!You asked, and we answered (maybe a second time)!! ;) We’ve had quite a few listeners contact us with homesteading questions….we always try to respond right away and thought we would share these Q & A’s with EVERYONE!!! From how many times per day do we feed our chickens to how tall garden beds should be…..we answer a handful of great questions and we give you lots of answers, with plenty of laughs, of course! ;) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow...2022-05-1149 minOur Kind of HomesteadingThe Good, The Bad and The UglyHomesteading is full of ups and downs and twists and turns…..Today we chat about ALL the things homesteading can be, plus ways to save yourself from guilt. ;) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkindofhomesteadingSocial media allows us to build relationships with our listeners (which we ABSOLUTELY LOVE!) and deepen connections! And connections, my friend, is what it's al...2022-05-0445 minOur Kind of HomesteadingZombies Are the Least of Your Worries!! Prepping Homesteading Style!What do you think when you hear the word “Prepper” ?? When we stop and think about it, prepping and homesteading kinda go hand in hand quite nicely. ;) In todays episode, we chat about: * What prepping might look like for you and your family * Tips and tricks for prepping on your homestead * What our “prepping list” looks like * And more!!! Do you already have a prepping game going on? What does your “prepping list” look like? Let us know! We would love to hear from...2022-04-2756 minOur Kind of HomesteadingGarden MishapsGardening…..ever challenging and ever evolving. So much to learn and so many things to remember for the coming years! Today we chat about what can go wrong in your garden and solutions! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkindofhomesteadingSocial media allows us to build relationships with our listeners (which we ABSOLUTELY LOVE!) and deepen connections! An...2022-04-2055 minOur Kind of HomesteadingAll About Eggs (and our GIVEAWAY!)Wrinkled eggs, soft shell eggs, banded eggs, fairy eggs…..who knew your chickens could lay so many different types of eggs!!! In todays episode, we chat about all the different reasons for an egg being “different” and give you a heads up if those eggs are safe to eat. And ITS OUR GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT TODAY!!! Stay tuned y til the end of the episode to hear the names of the lucky 3 winners!!! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social...2022-04-1349 minOur Kind of HomesteadingIt’s Our 1 Year Anniversary!!!1 year?!? Crazy, huh?? In this episode we chat about how we’ve been at this for a whole year and we have all of you loyal listeners to thank for supporting us and sending the love! As a bonus, we chit chat about 5 homesteading “rules” or things every homesteader should know! :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkin...2022-04-0656 minOur Kind of HomesteadingOur Homesteading Journey!Have you ever had an experience where you haven't realized something about yourself until you're knee deep into a convo regarding that topic?? (Was that too confusing to follow?? Sorry) Anyways, this exact phenomena happens to Shauna and I in this very episode! We'd never given much thought to how much Homesteading has been a part of us from birth, literally in our DNA, on both sides of our family nonetheless!! In today's episode, you get to hear all about us pertaining to Homesteading! Have we always homesteaded?Were our parents raised...2022-03-3048 minOur Kind of HomesteadingSpring on the Homestead!Awwww, Spring! The season we all think about fresh starts, growth and (unfortunately) cleaning. ;)But what does Spring on the Homestead entail?? In a very simple term, MORE!!! ;)More work, more preparedness, more cleaning (OMG, the cleaning is never-ending!) and more growth! In today's episode, we chat about how we do Spring on the Homestead, with plenty of laughs for all! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~...2022-03-2342 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomestead Goals!!!What are your homestead goals?? We've all got em'!In this fun episode we chat about our goals on our homesteads from :Duck pondsExtending chicken coopsRoot cellarsMore animals (obviously!!) And more!Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkindofhomesteadingSocial media allows us to build relationships with our listeners (which we ABSOLUTELY LOVE!) and deepen connections! And...2022-03-1650 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomestead Logistics!!Like anything in life, there are logistics to homesteading! :)For instance, How many chickens per person do you need for your family?How much garden space per person should you plan for?How much of each veggie should you plant for your family?What dairy animal is the right one for you and your family?And more, (like tips to avoiding shitty neighbors!) including plenty of laughs and chatting about homestead dreams!! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social...2022-03-0959 minOur Kind of HomesteadingI'm not a regular vegan, I'm a cool veganLove a great Mean Girls reference!! ;) And combining Mean Girls with being vegan?!?!…..GOLD!!!! One of our listeners, Hannah Jackson @nooches1 reached out to us last week and suggested we talk about: Why we are vegan and how that lifestyle incorporates with our homesteading. Thanks again Hannah!! Happy to chat about something we are so passionate about! :) Be sure to check out Hannah’s Instagram @nooches1 where you’ll find all sorts of organic, adorable baby and kid wear! Gorgeous earthy tones and practicality make these baby and kid clothe...2022-03-0244 minOur Kind of HomesteadingToo Cool for SchoolHomesteading is kinda the perfect segue into homeschooling (if you’ve got kiddos) and so in today’s episode, we discuss: * taking learning to the farm * the differences in approach * and a one size does not fit all mentality We’ve been at this homeschooling thing for over 10 years (Cheri has 1 kiddo already graduated and her second kiddo graduates this May!!) and we are VERY passionate about the way we teach our children. (That passion will be evident in the episode) ;) Important to note: Homeschooling CAN and SHOULD be tailor...2022-02-2349 minOur Kind of HomesteadingGrowing Zucchini, Everything You Need to Know!!We love zucchini! It’s definitely one of our garden favs! In this episode, we chat about all the info, tips and tricks to planting and growing this versatile veggie! And, of course, you can look forward to plenty of laughs!!!…..and with zucchini as the topic coupled with our humor, you can guess the reasons we are literally laugh-crying!!!! ;) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/...2022-02-1640 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomestead Hacks Part 2With homesteading, ya gotta have hacks! :) One of our original episodes (#8 I believe) was all about Homestead Hacks, but since that was quite a while ago, we thought….The more hacks the better! In todays episode, we chat about: Chicken Hacks~ * How to Keep your chicken eggs fresh * Quick fix to help with lice & mites * What to do with your wood stove ashes * What to do with your chicken manure * How to repurpose your eggshells Goat Hacks~ * Teat Tape ...2022-02-0944 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhat to Forage in the Spring!Foraging for the spring??? Already? And what to even forage??? When we first started this homestead journey, we were pretty freakin CLUELESS about the indigenous weeds that grew on our property and all the amazingness they possessed!! We learned though and we are so grateful for the knowledge!! In this episode, we break it all down for you and spread the knowledge!! Why forage “Weeds”Which weeds to forage (be sure to ALWAYS research any look alikes in your area and rule out poisonous varieties) What to do with your fora...2022-02-0233 minOur Kind of HomesteadingThe Little ThingsHey Hey!!! We’re on YouTube!!! 🎉We are so excited and so thankful to Shauna’s husband, Honest, for all of his amazing production skills!! We definitely wouldn’t be on YouTube without him. 😜Today we chat about All the Little Things!!! There’s a ton to homesteading and we often forget about all those little things. Plus we are answering a few questions asked by some fantastic listeners! * What breed of chicken has the roo that will protect chicks? * What do we do with empty feed bags? ...2022-01-2626 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWe've got video now!Starting this Wednesday our podcast will be available with video. Please check out our youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXNityv9Uj-_XKYDE_6ioZQ Please like & subscribe.Thank you!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2022-01-2401 minOur Kind of HomesteadingDeep Dive into Tomato Gardening!Tomatoes……Usually the superstar of every garden or at least hopeful superstar ;) While very popular, tomatoes can sometimes be tricky to grow. ;) So today we are going over EVERYTHING tomato gardening! With plenty of tips & tricks, hopefully your tomato plants can get started off right and keep on producing! Make sure to listen throughout the episode for my fav segment….Shauna’s Forgetful Words!!! Can you guess what they are today? Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow u...2022-01-1934 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhat the heck is BumbleFoot???Can you guess which animal is afflicted by this oddly named ailment?? Hint: They have feathers!! You guessed it!....CHICKENS!! (Side note: Ducks can also be affected by this malady)Listen to the episode to find out all the interesting deets regarding bumble foot!! (Can't get over that name) ;)And, purely for funnsies, we're adding in a new segment to our episodes.....(albeit, a very short segment, and it's more for the show notes. ;)Shauna's Forgetful Words (Sounds like a Winnie the Pooh Bear book title, right???) ;)2022-01-1235 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to Get Your Garden Spring Ready!!Over here in Northern Cali, we're knee deep in our winter still......mud, rain, ummm mud, some snow, cold temps, and did I say mud?? ;)With all this chilly & wet weather, it's hard to think SPRING and what spring means.....having our beautiful, full gardens again!! But, even though it may seem like it, Spring is not too far away!! And we need to get our butts in gear to get our gardens Spring ready!! There's lots of steps to take and many check boxes to fill.......so, be sure to listen to...2022-01-0529 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow Was Your Christmas/Holiday Week?? We're Freakin TIRED!!!We're over-achievers when it comes to creating Christmas magic for our kiddos. (We blame our mother). And we do SO MUCH all month of December.... the planning beforehand, not to mention Christmas Eve night and going to bed at 3:30am.......that by the time Christmas day has come and gone, we're freakin exhausted!!Exhaustion and homesteading don't really go too well together. ;)Today we laugh our way thru this episode, talking about Christmas day mishaps and give you a few tips on how we battle our exhaustion. ;)Want DAILY pics, videos...2021-12-2929 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow To Keep Your Critters Cozy in The Winter!Winter is upon us! (At least it is for us here in Northern Cali) ;) The temps start dropping, it's pouring rain some days, and maybe even snowing!......Are your critters warm? To start us off, here's a hint for the Unusual Animal of The Week...Fly's rarely land on these guys (yes, I mean the buzzing, really annoying type) because of their curious pigmentation/coloring. What a hint!! In today's episode, it's all about warmth! Who doesn't want to be warm and cozy when it's freezing balls outside!?!?! Your farm...2021-12-2232 minOur Kind of HomesteadingGoats VS, Sheep, What You Need to Know And Which One is Right For You!Have you been thinking about adding goats or sheep to your homestead??This is the episode for you!! Hint for Our Unusual Animal of the Week!!….. * It’s in the Title. The question is, which one and what breed?!?! Today we chat about cons and pros of goats and sheep, how they are similar and what sets them apart. We’re goat people, so we are obviously biased, but we have owned sheep and have opinions, and I promise it’s not all bad. ;) Want DAILY pics, videos...2021-12-1532 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWinter Mishaps on The Homestead, What You Should Expect And Tips for Solutions!It's WINTER!Are your chickens egg production decreasing?Have your dairy animals stopped producing as much milk? Listen to this episode to learn the reasons why plus how to solve them!We also chat about other winter mishaps and how you can be prepared to solve the problems that are bound to happen on your homestead. Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ANDFaceBook ~...2021-12-0828 minOur Kind of HomesteadingIn Hindsight, What We Would Alter on Our Homesteads for Practicality, Growth, Aesthetics, And Convenience!Unusual Animal of The Week..... *British Blue Cow* ~ This cow has double muscling, kinda looks like a cow on steroids. ;) ~ They are very docile and sweet, considered gentle giants. On with the show! Today we chat about what we would have done differently on our properties, in hindsight, to allow more functionality, room for growth and hopefully less money spent in the long term. ;This is our list. ;) Yes, we have lists. ;)Better, durable, lifetime fencing Go Big or Go Home! Chicken Coops….think about functionality for your ch...2021-12-0130 minOur Kind of HomesteadingAre You Forest Gardening?? Info on this Unique Type of Gardening Plus Reasons You Should Consider It!!What the heck is forest gardening?? Today, we chat about all things forest gardening and break down all the info for you!What Forest gardening meansTips for this unique form of gardeningHow To’s Make it Your Own And more! And, of course, you can count on our customary unedited laughs and craziness! ;) Lwt us know if you’ve thought about forest gardening! Happy Homesteading! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com...2021-11-2433 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhen S@#% Happens on The Homestead, Will You Be Prepared??Shit happens, am I right? Especially in a homestead environment, shit is gonna happen a lot more frequently..... And I don't mean the literal shit that your animals so graciously leave all over your land. ;) I'm talkin' random accidents that result in injury. Before we get into the fun stuff, Our Unusual Animal of The Week!!Here's your hint: These animals can fill in for THREE different functions around your homestead. A triple purpose animal! And I want several!! On a homestead, we're always busy outside. And busier will always...2021-11-1737 minOur Kind of HomesteadingChicken Breeds, How Your Homestead And Your Preferences Can Help You Choose the Right Chicken!!!CHICKENS!!!!!!!!!!!……they’re not all made equal. ;) You’re at the feed store, notice the adorable peeping chicks and think to yourself, “It’s a chicken, I’ll just grab a few….they’re all the same anyways, right??” No, my friend, nooooo! Put the baby chick down!! First, listen to our podcast, and maybe inquire on good ole’ Google……and THEN decide which type of chicken breed is right for your homestead. ;) Do you want chickens for eggs? For meat? For pets? (Yes, people have chickens as just pets) ;) Maybe you want egg layers but are interes...2021-11-1032 minOur Kind of Homesteading"We didn't know!!!" The shit our parents did to conform to societies unfounded, and often screwed up ideas!This episode was crazy fun, unapologetically full of laughs and unedited (slightly swear-y) humor!! Make sure you're listening without the kiddos or with earbuds. ;) Swearing is kinda our super-power. ;) Fun Fact: people who swear are more trustworthy and honest!! Maybe a blanket statement, but I like it. :) Depending on the generation, and how closely your parents wanted to conform with society, you may or may not have been subjected to things like :Cheese Whiz......not familiar with it? That's awesome for you and you're definitely a healthier person for it. ;) Still want to know what it...2021-11-0919 minOur Kind of HomesteadingI'll Do It My Damn Self! 3 Project Ideas To Set You On The Inspirational Path of Getting Things Done Yourself!Ahhhh...... Doesn't it feel great when you can complete a project around your homestead all on your own?!?! First off, your hint for The Unusual Animal of The Week!! It's a type of bug who is considered "pest" control....and the pest it controls is the most annoying of all. Listen to find out!! :) We are always so grateful to our husbands and the rest of our families for helping out as much as they do (takes a village, right??!!), and on the flip side it feels damn good to just get shit done...2021-11-0334 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomesteading in the Winter, How To Manage Your Time More Efficiently in Winter Hours!Homesteading always seems to throw fast balls our way, but in the winter months, when we have less light hours and inclement weather, it can seem exceedingly challenging! ;) Since winter is almost upon us (here in Northern Cali we've already had several rain storms!), we thought it was the perfect time to chat about how to best take advantage of these winter months. Fist off, The Unusual Animal of the Week!!Here's your hint: These guys are NOT mammals and they can have a lifespan of up to 20 years!! I know, I...2021-10-2732 minOur Kind of HomesteadingKids activities and how to balance the mayhem of overschedulingYour kids extra-curricular activities can sometimes seem like they're running your life. ;) In this bonus episode we chat about parent life and how to balance the crazy yet keep you and your kids happy. Hint: Learn from your mistakes people, move forward and apply your new-found knowledge. :)Per the norm, and full disclosure, we swear a ton. ;) So be sure to listen without the kiddos around or with earbuds. ;) Embrace the Crazy!! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable...2021-10-2616 minOur Kind of HomesteadingQ &A on Baby Chicks! The most commonly asked questions about these fluffy baby birds!Baby Chicks!!! Cute, fluffy, and sometimes troublesome. ;)An ongoing, learning-curve filled topic for most homesteaders!First, our Unusual Animal of The Week!! Hint: It's adorable nickname is Ships of The Desert. The questions we most often receive are centered around chickens and specifically baby chicks. :) And we have PLENTY of knowledge on chickens in general......raising and breeding chickens for the past 25+ years, you could say we have just a bit of experience. ;)So we thought we would go over the most commonly asked questions (and our answers!) on several chicken...2021-10-2027 minOur Kind of HomesteadingIs it too soon for Homemade Christmas Gifts?!? 12 Novel Gift Ideas You Can Make!Awww, Christmas.....Wait, what?? Yup, it's not even Halloween and we're thinking of Christmas already!?!? Yes!! Let us explain. Number one reason is....We LOVE Christmas! Number two reason is.....Homemade Gifts! Some of the homemade gifts we make can take a while and some dedicated preparation. See, we're not super crazy, just a tiny bit. ;) Annndddd, we LOVE gift-giving! Especially when those gifts are homemade! Before we start talking Christmas (because I won't be able to stop!).....Our Unusual Farm Animal of the Week! Here's your hint.....It's sometimes called...2021-10-1338 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomesteading Halloween Traditions!A BONUS episode?!? Yes!!! And all because we know you can't get enough of us!! ;)In this BONUS episode, we have a fun (and obviously hilarious1) gabfest about ALL our MANY family traditions surrounding Halloween and this spooky season! We LOVE Halloween (almost as much as we love Christmas!), and whenever we have a love for something, you can bet your butt we're gonna fashion all sorts of time-consuming traditions around it!! We love piling more on our plates...It's kinda what we do. ;) And our kids have learned quickly, constantly decreeing new...2021-10-1217 minOur Kind of Homesteading4 Obscure Ways to Save Money (and Be More Efficient!) on Your Homestead!Save money??........That always gets a resounding YES PLEASE!!!! Especially from homesteaders, trying to turn their dreams into realities. ;)We've talked about numerous ways to save money on your homesteads and the practices we do to be more efficient and save money, like:Saving seedsComposting (so simple with incredible returns!)Try to MAKE as much as you can!! Preserving foodAnd more!But, did you know there's even more you can do to save money? Things that aren't talked about a ton, probably because these 4 practices are so much a part of our lives, that...2021-10-0629 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHectic Homesteads, The Secrets to Staying on Top of It AllWanna know the secrets to having your homesteading cake and eating it too?? How do homesteaders stay on top of everything?!?!...Including their homestead, life, kids, marriages, chores (beyond homestead related, etc, etc)In this episode we break down how to keep up with it ALL, plus give you a few tricks of the trade. Family/Living Partners need to be on board with your homesteading dreamsPrioritize your chores vs houseworkSet yourself up for success And........listen to find out! Exciting news! In this episode, we debut a fun little fact portion...2021-09-2942 minOur Kind of HomesteadingChickens Vs Ducks, Can they live together.....reason will shock you!! Which Feathered Friend Is SuperiorWhich one is your fav, Chickens or Ducks?We've had both and there's definitely pros and cons to each bird. In this episode, we chat about: Why they shouldn't be together....the reason is quite shocking, just wait for it. ;)Their differencesPros & Cons to each bird And, of course, plenty of humor thrown in, some of it not quite PG. ;) You've been warned. ;)Which do you prefer, chickens or ducks? And why? Leave your opinion on Intagram right here, https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/And give...2021-09-2227 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHelpful Predators, Their Skills and How They can Assist Your HomesteadWait, what? Helpful predators....Sounds like an oxymoron, right?!?!Predators aren't always what they seem. ;) Don't judge a book by it's cover, right??In this episode, we chat about the most common predators you may see and how they can help your homestead! Opossum Skunks....these little guys have an amazing talent that should appeal to everyone! Predatory Wasps...sounds creepy, right? Hint: these guys are GREAT for your garden!HawksSnakes...may seem obvious, but often times these guys are judged too harshly and not given credit for the HUGE favor they...2021-09-1536 minOur Kind of HomesteadingThe Dark Side of Homesteading & A Reminder That No One is PerfectHomesteading, like anything, has a dark side. Definitely not always rainbows and butterflies, homesteading can be hard at times and down right defeating at other times. In this episode, we chat about the main points (for us) which make homesteading hard... *Deceased animals ~ First on our list for good reason. Dead animals is super sad and can make you fell like a crap-tastic homesteader. Don't beat yourself up though. Just as you will witness birth on your homestead, you'll also inevitably witness death. A somber fact. And most of the time, we have...2021-09-0835 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomesteading with Kids, Encouraging them to Love the Homestead Life While Maintaining Your SanityJust like anything, Homesteading with kids can have its ups & downs. ;)We've got plenty of experience homesteading with kids, Cheri has 5 kids and Shauna has 2 kids, and we've been homesteading since before our kiddos were born. And Cheri's eldest is 18 years old. ;)In this episode, we chat about our life on our homesteads with our kids. We give you lots of tips and tricks to ensure your homesteading experiences are as positive as possible, even with your kids by your side. ;)A few things we hit on :Chores with kids...2021-09-0136 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to Create A Energy Efficient Homestead, Save Money and Become More Sustainable!As homesteaders, getting away from the "buying" mentality and more into the "making" or "doing" mentality is every homesteaders dream! And energy efficiency isn't any different! So, how can YOU make your homestead more energy efficient?In this episode, we've got some great tips to help you make that dream a reality! Maybe you've heard some of these, but I bet we've got a few that will surprise you! Or at least maybe we can give you lots of tips and tricks for those energy efficient ways you already knew about. ;)2021-08-2529 minOur Kind of HomesteadingGet the Hell Outta Dodge, Evacuation Planning For Your HomesteadEvacuation......not a wonderful idea, but sometimes an unfortunate necessity. No one wants to be evacuated. It's definitely no ones fav thing. Unfortunately, sometimes evacuations are necessary. With a homestead, evacuating because of the threat of a natural disaster can be extra stressful. With an excess amount of animals, living far from others, etc, evacuating a homestead takes extra time and thought. In this episode we go over all the tricks you may not have thought about if you were ever faced with having to evacuate your homestead. 2021-08-1836 minOur Kind of HomesteadingAchieving Your Best EVER Fall Garden Plus How to Prepare For SpringFall gardens are often overlooked and it's a shame! Fall/winter crops are just as delicious as spring crops and can be just as plentiful. In this episode we chat about how YOU can prepare and grow your BEST EVER fall garden! WE highlight:Why you should have a fall gardenWHEN you should plant your fall cropsA short list of our fav fall cropsA tip about bulbs & treesA list of the long-growing crops (Hint: asparagus have an insane planting to harvest time!)Why and how to protect any perennials in your Spring...2021-08-1132 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to Winterize Your HomesteadIf you've ever been stuck cleaning out a stall/pen area in the freezing rain, then you'll know how important winterizing your homestead really is!!In this episode we talk (and tell plenty of hilarious stories!) about what steps you can take to winterize your homestead, helpful tips and real opinions. Hint: Knowing your climate is ALWAYS important! ;)And, like I mentioned in the beginning, it's super helpful (and you will be thanking yourself when winter hits!) to winterize in advance of inclement weather. Want DAILY pics, some videos and lots...2021-08-0437 minOur Kind of HomesteadingPowerhouse Herbal Remedies to Combat Colds and FlusCold & Flu season SUCKS!! Want to feel more empowered going into that season? Want to feel better about what you're putting into your body and your kids' bodies??We've got you covered!!In this episode we highlight what you can grow in your own garden to use in alternative health remedies for helping with colds and flus. ~ There's plenty you can grow and most of these are super easy to maintain and harvest. We promise!! PLUS, we give you 3 different cold/flu medicinal remedy recipes!! ~...2021-07-2830 minOur Kind of HomesteadingDemystifying 8 Common Homestead Myths, Real Facts & Opinions of Homestead LifeThe Homesteading lifestyle is surrounded by many questions and assumptions. In this hilarious episode we dive deep into several of the most common homestead myths and, per our norm, give you our unedited, extra real opinions and facts about how these myths stack up to our personal experiences as homesteaders. The homestead myths we tackle today:You must have animals to claim being a homesteader. You have to butcher animals to be a homesteaderAll homesteaders wake up with the sunYou have to have tons of property to be a homesteaderGrowing vegetables is more expensive...2021-07-2134 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhat To Expect When You're Expecting, Goat EditionBaby goats are simply the cutest! And they're even more special when you watch them come into the world! We have helped deliver at least several 100 baby goat. (yes, 100....that's not a typo! We've been at this a loooonnng time!). So, yeah, we have just a bit of experience. ;) Goats are definitely a specialty of ours and we just love them!Even though we've got plenty of baby goat births under our belts, goat births can have unexpected twists and turns. In this episode, we talk about everything you need to...2021-07-1436 minOur Kind of HomesteadingMedicinal Plants for the Self-Reliant GardenerMedicinal gardening is highly beneficial for you and your family plus IT'S SO EASY, you simply must have one!We're gonna talk pro tips and our fav plants for a medicinal garden. Pro Tips: ~ Separate your medicinal garden from your vegetable garden. Medicinal plants have a tendency to take over and run a muck, and your vegetable garden probably won't like that. ;) ~ Let your medicinal garden run wild! Even my vegetable garden isn't too manicured, and there's so much beauty in it! Plus all your medicinal plants will appreciate the room...2021-07-0739 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHacks to eliminate garden pests and Why Garden Spiders Can Help You!Garden pests are the WORST and they can really wreak havoc on a garden, especially if they're not stopped in time. When attempting to eliminate garden pests, who got to know what you're up against; what specific garden pest is eating your plants?? There are several common pests that we're gonna talk about today. PLUS, we're gonna give you several tried-and-true recipes and hacks to eliminate these destructive garden pests. Spray recipes for specific Garden Pests: *Aphids ~ ~ 1 tblsp Castile Soap ~ 1 tblsp White Vinegar ~ 1 Gallon water2021-06-3039 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEasy Steps to being a better HomesteaderHomesteading can mean many things, but several ways to improve your homestead and the health of you and your family is by making as many products as you can.Start small, and grow from there. Products we make are: *Cleaning Spray *Sunscreen *Apple Cider Vinegar *Bug Spray *Goat milk soap *Beeswax candles *Breads and other homemade goods *Medicinal items, like salves, tonics, tinctures, elderberry syrup, Fire Cider, and more *Canned items, like jams and sauces...2021-06-2330 minOur Kind of HomesteadingCaring for your chickens in the heatOverheating in chickens, what does it look like? -holding wings out to their sides -comb can be discolored -panting heavily with beak openKnow your climate when deciding on what breeds of chickens to add to your homestead. -Certain breeds are not as heat hardy as others. How to be proactive and protect your chickens from heatstroke -freeze different fruit pieces and give to chickens to help them stay hydrated and mentally stimulated -put electrolytes in water -make sure hose water...2021-06-1637 minOur Kind of HomesteadingWhat every Homestead needs, less thought about elements of a homesteadBarn Cats - why they're important for your homestead. Keep rodent and snake population down. Bats- How to attract bats to your homestead to keep down mosquitos. Why bats are good for the environment.Bees- Why they're important for your homesteadComposting- How to instructions and why it's important for your garden, a cheaper way to provide soil for your garden. Make sure to take a look at our How To compost blog post right here, https://ourkindofhomesteading.com/composting/Check out our Patreon Page and become a member for some...2021-06-0930 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHomesteading Hacks, Tips & TricksWe've got lots of homestead tips from years of experience livin this homestead life! Keep your hay twine from your hay bales!Hay twine comes in handy for so many things, once you start using it, you won't know how you lived without it before!Keep zip ties on hand plus wire cutters for those times when you need to mend fences quickly or other homestead issues. Start small....your homestead will evolve and grow with you as you gain more experience. Don't start too big to where you're overwhelmed with too many animals or...2021-06-0245 minOur Kind of HomesteadingHow to protect your Homestead with Livestock Guardian Dogs!What is an LGD? LGD = Livestock Guardian DogGet even more info over at our blog at:https://ourkindofhomesteading.com/how-to-protect-your-homestead/Are they right for you and your homestead?Types of LGD breeds and their characteristicsWhen buying or adopting a puppy or grown LGD, make sure that pup is coming from an established farm. You want you and your pup to have the best start at becoming a great LGD, and that means being imprinted on livestock (goats, sheep, chickens, cattle, horses, etc) from...2021-05-2634 minOur Kind of HomesteadingOne of the Most Beneficial Animals For your Homestead!Most people think cows when they think of a homestead, and we're here to tell ya, it's goats you want on your homestead!! Specifically, Nigerian Dwarf goats. They have the best tasting milk out of all the dairy goat breeds, they are small and compact, which means they eat less and need less space than any larger goat. In this episode we'll give you all the info on:*Tips for milking your goat. *Pasteurizing vs raw milk and the benefits of raw. *Everything you can do with goat milk...2021-05-1933 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEp. 5, How to plan a homestead, Tips and tricksTips and tricks for planning out your homestead. Who should be a homesteader and what homesteading can look like. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2021-05-1236 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEp. 4, Gardening basicsPros of greenhouses, Think about what you're planting and plan out your garden depending on what you want/need to plant and your garden space. Starters vs seeds, what works for you. Tip for gardening: if you have children, have a kids area! Planning out your garden is important. What space do you have to utilize, what are you using to plant in....containers, raised beds, hay bales, etcGarden aesthetics....plan out what you want your garden to look like. Your garden should make you happy. When to...2021-05-0540 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEp. 3 What kind of Goats are right for your homestead?If you want to add goats to your homestead, make sure to purchase the specific goats for your intended purpose....dairy, meat, weed eating, pets, etc.There are different size goats, large and small breeds. Disbudding vs, leaving horns on your goats, The pros and cons of each. Bottle or dam raised babies. Feed; how often, what to feed, fresh waterShelter for your goats; protection from predators and from the elementsHoof trimming + basic goat care. This podcast uses the following third-party services...2021-04-2837 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEp 2, Chickens for your farm or backyardBackyard chickens or farm chickens, you need to know how to protect and care for these mother-cluckers. We'll give you info on care/maintenance, common ailments, feed, and protection from predators. Who doesn't love chicken??This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2021-04-2139 minOur Kind of HomesteadingEp 1, Alpacas, friend or foe?Learn if alpacas are right for your homestead. We talk about care and maintenance with a couple of crazy stories thrown in. Find out if these 4-legged farm animals would work for your homestead. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2021-04-2124 minOur Kind of HomesteadingTrailerJust a couple of fun loving homestead gals, laughing and learning along the way. Join us every Wednesday for a new episode and follow us on FaceBook and Instagram, plus check out our blog, ourkindofhomesteading.com. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2021-04-2101 minOur Kind of HomesteadingTrailerWe're just two farm gals lovin' our homestead life. Join us every Wednesday for all kinds of homestead info, advice, and tons of stories filled with lots of laughs!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy2021-04-2001 min