# Homestead
The Ellison Homestead - The Start of Our Homestead Journey
Late last summer I got the idea to start a garden, purchased two small garden beds and planted a couple of quick growing veggies just to see if I could. I never had a green thumb, nor did I care to, but the idea of being self sufficient has always sounded appealing. It turns out I loved it!
These Are A Problem! | Do You Have Them In Your Yard? | Happenings On The Homestead
Well, the garden is growing, and of course, that brings the pests. I have one I am dealing with in the potato and tomato area. They are called Tortoise Beetles, and they like to eat leaves. Something much worse is on our homestead, and that is caterpillars. They are eating the leaves right off the trees, down to nothing. Luckily the chickens will eat them, but not fast enough, and they can't reach way up in the trees. Do you have these in your yard? Scary.
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DIY Garden Tour | Zucchini Tips | Homestead Animals | Ready To Stock The Pantry
We have worked hard over the past several years to build our garden. Every year it gets more prominent, and we add more plants to it. This year is no different, and it is complete. I found my zucchini plants are now showing signs of female buds coming up. First, I will show you the difference between the male and female buds to create a zucchini. Then, we will check out what else is growing in the garden.
Living off-grid appeals to so many people
Photo by Taylor Simpson on Unsplash. The idea of going off-grid is appealing to many—it means living every single day in the fresh air and honing a more sustainable way of life. By turning to natural living, you put less strain on the environment, learn how to become entirely self-reliant, and experience the many joys of Mother Nature. (Source.)
We Didn't Always live This Way | What Happened | Q & A
As an older, off-grid couple living out in the woods and building a homestead with a YouTube channel. We get many questions about how we got here, how we do it, whether it is easy, how we preserve our food, whether we grow our food, etc. We decided to answer 10 of your most popular questions about living off the grid.
Driving on Miami streets: Turnpike between exit 23 (Bird Rd) and exit 11 (216th St)
Driving in Miami is an adventure. In this series we will drive around Miami showing its main streets, avenues, and expressways. This episode is all about the Turnpike, between exit 23 (Bird Rd) and exit 11 (216th St).
Miami fast food restaurants: Chipotle Mexican Grill
In this series we will cover different fast food restaurants in Miami-Dade. In this episode we bought food in Chipotle, located at 2500 NE 10th Ct, Homestead, FL 33033. Your comments are welcome on the comments section.
Off Grid Homestead Shenanigans | Backyard Chickens & Bunny
Off-Grid Homestead Shenanigans | Backyard Chickens & Bunny While cleaning up snow, I hung out with the chickens and bunny for a bit. It was a cold but beautiful day. I couldn't resist filming as much as I could. Enjoy!
Make A Self Watering Seed Starting System Out Of Used Water Bottles! Reduce,Reuse, and Recycle!🌼🌻
#gardening #Startingseeds #ReduceReuseRecycle It's my first time starting seeds for my vegetable gardens! I wanted to start my seeds and also save money on the supplies to do it! We drink A LOT of bottled water, so I figured, why no save the bottles are reuse them as self watering seed starting pots?! We're saving money, trying something new, and getting a jumpstart on our garden this year! That's AWESOME!
Winter Freeze and Thaw on the Farm | Cinematic ASMR | Silent Vlog
#SilentVlog #WinterontheFarm #WinterScenery Snow is just so redeeming during this point of the year with the lack of vibrant colors and unending earth tones. Come with me around the farm as we enjoy the sights and sounds of the farm during winter
Come See this Homestead, Back to Basics, Hobby Farm Nestled in the Woods of Connecticut.
Come see as I give a tour around this little home farm of chickens, geese, and goats Nestled in the heart of Connecticut. FOLLOW ME! Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trash_can_films">https://www.instagram.com/trash_can_films</a>/ FaceBook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Trashcanfilm">https://www.facebook.com/Trashcanfilm</a>
Opinion: DIY is Easier Than Most People Think
The DIY craze has taken on a mind of its own since the pandemic. Many people are tackling projects they'd once put off. The projects can be as simple as repainting or refinishing a floor or furniture. Coming from rural Tennessee in the Appalachian Mountains, our parents instilled a sense of self-reliance in us. We often do things for ourselves that many people would hire done in modern times.
You Can Pretend to Be a Farmer from Over 100 Years Ago at This Historic Sod Home
At Prairie Homestead in South Dakota, you can fully immerse yourself in prairie farm life at this historic sod home. Try on clothes related to the time period, discover ancient tools and home appliances, or simply wander around this awesome farm from the early 1900s. This is a great walk through American history. Please follow our Newsbreak account Roadtrippin' with Takacs for more hiking, camping, and travel content. If you have any questions, you can always reach us on Instagram: Jason’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jason_takacs">https://www.instagram.com/jason_takacs</a>/ Alison’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alison.takacs">https://www.instagram.com/alison.takacs</a>/