What is Permaculture? A video Webinar Series Intro to Permaculture

Introduction to Permaculture

©2011 Shanna Ohmes

I’ve had lots of requests for information on permaculture and found this webinar series on YouTube I wanted to share with you.  In this video series, you learn that permaculture is the most important activity that we can do to provide for a sustainable future.  It is a common sense system . . . → Read More: What is Permaculture? A video Webinar Series Intro to Permaculture

Having Fun with Goats: Pack Goats Ease Your Homestead Work Load and Carry Your Camping Gear!

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© 2010 Shanna Ohmes

During the years I homeschooled my kids, we raised goats for milk and wool.  I kept a few wethers (castrated males) back for work goats.  I bought a pack and made a few of my own and we set out hiking around the pastures every day.  Some days we fixed . . . → Read More: Having Fun with Goats: Pack Goats Ease Your Homestead Work Load and Carry Your Camping Gear!

They Came First For the………

©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Martin Niemoller was a German theologian and pastor who witnessed Hitler’s rise to power and opposed him.  Hitler confined him to concentration camps until 1945 when he was finally released.   Niemoller’s statement could apply today, to the recent raids and seizures of family farms.  Here is the statement he made, which . . . → Read More: They Came First For the………

Boer Goat Profits Guide

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

Did you know that outside of the United States nearly 72% of the world’s population eats goat meat?  And with the Euro-Asian influence in the United States, goat meat is becoming more popular here, too.  The market for goat meat continues to grow as more restaurants add it to the menu . . . → Read More: Boer Goat Profits Guide

How to Breed Rabbits for Meat, Profit and Fun

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©2010 Shanna Ohmes

For beginners in homesteading, chickens and rabbits are the easiest and most economical animals to raise while you are learning how to become more self-reliant.  In World War II they were the main sources of protein for many urban areas when many foods were rationed.  They are easy to keep . . . → Read More: How to Breed Rabbits for Meat, Profit and Fun

Homesteading and Self-Reliance: 7 Tips on How to Get Started Without Leaving your Current Life

©2010 Shanna Ohmes

You have a great job in the city, but long to live in the country.  Your life is a hectic rat race, but you can’t justify leaving your current lifestyle for a slower paced one.  You’re stressed out, pulling your hair out and thinking the grass has got to be greener . . . → Read More: Homesteading and Self-Reliance: 7 Tips on How to Get Started Without Leaving your Current Life

Christmas Gift Ideas Using Traditional Foods and Crafts

food in a jar

©Shanna Ohmes

Old traditional gifts are making the trends this year and becoming all new again!  With your new knowledge of traditional diets, it can be easy to make up a few gifts that are healthy for your family and friends.  And you can share what you have learned!

Among these gift ideas are . . . → Read More: Christmas Gift Ideas Using Traditional Foods and Crafts

Sauerkraut and Pickle Crocks

Sauerkraut and Pickling Crocks and Supplies

Cultures for Health

Cultures for Health