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The Homestead Guru was a project born by people who love talking about and trying practical solutions. We have hundreds of articles on all things practical and have built a sort of community over the years for those who want to learn and grow along with us.
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The Pipeline Battle Escalates, Police Take Arms Against North Dakota Water Protectors – Journalist Tasered Protecting a Horse
Yesterday we reported that things were heating up in North Dakota over the oil pipeline controversy. Today, it reached a boil when local law enforcement jurisdictions
Study Reveals the Educational System is Stripping Creative Genius
Are we all born as creative geniuses? In a talk at TEDX Tucson, Dr. George Land reveals shocking results of a creativity test that was
News! Dog Food Recall Plus DIY Dog Food Recipe!
There’s a recall on dog food on the US and its posing as another reason why you should start making DIY dog food! Sunshine
The Perfect Diffuser Recipe to Help You Drift to Sleep
As someone with insomnia and anxiety sometimes it is incredibly difficult for me to fall asleep. Racing thoughts keep my mind awake and me tired
Simple DIY Mason Jar Upgrade
You think you’ve seen every use for mason jars on the planet? As my four year old says… “Nopey Nopey!” Today, we introduce you to
DIY Fire Powered Hot Tub
Winter is here folks! Which means ’tis the season for wrapping up in blankets or cuddling by the fireplace with a significant other! One man has
Incredible Self Filling Water Bottle Turns Air in to Water While You Ride
An industrial design student at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna has developed a self filling water bottle that uses the movement of a bicycle
Pesticides & Monsanto In the Cannabis Industry Are Leaving Users At Risk
As legalization sweeps the nation, growers running big operations geared for profit are using pesticides on their plants to maximize their yield. Colorado’s Governor advised
Combat Seasonal Allergies with DIY Lymphatic Drainage Massage
It’s only January and almost everyone in Austin is suffering from Cedar allergies! A few nights ago I met with some natural health friends at Brave
Tour of Converted Van in New Hampshire
Life Opted Out Podcast gives us a tour of their newly converted tiny home – a van conversion!Check out their electric and solar set up,
50 Reasons to Live on the Road
As a seasoned nomad, let me share the intricacies of why you might want to live on the road… Adventure (1) The kind you wake
Vegetables Grown On The Ocean Floor at Nemo’s Garden! (Video)
Nemo’s Garden is an experiment on the seabed of Italy where vegetables are grown in air tight pods which are anchored to the ocean’s floor,