So You Want to Be a Modern Homesteader?

107 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h20min.
Co-op available Featured in Hobby Farms and Mother Earth News Excerpts offered to Beekman 1802 Almanac, Grit, Backyard Chickens, Harrowsmith, and Permaculture North America Email promotion to Homesteader Bloggers Network Promotion on author's blog www.hostilevalleyliving.com Publicity and promotion in conjunction with the author's speaking engagements Simultaneous ebook release and promotion Promotion on New Society Publishers social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, our blog, Pinterest, Instagram, and Youtube The "look before you leap" guide to the joys and pitfalls of the rural good life. Dreams of self-sufficiency, independence, and tranquility continue to pull in a new generation of modern homesteaders. While growing your own food and being in charge of your life is the source of much satisfaction, there are many challenges to living away from modern conveniences. Written by an experienced modern homesteader who successfully made the leap, So You Want to Be a Modern Homesteader? offers an in-depth examination of what you need to consider before moving "back to the land." Drawing from a deep well of experience, this essential guide covers: Romance versus the reality of rural living Finding the right property Building versus bootstrapping Practical "must-have" skills Earning an income and farming on a budget Creating community Seasonal living Children and schooling Social media, the internet and rural life. Whether you are dreaming of moving to the country for peace and an escape from the daily grind, to provide a different lifestyle for your children, or you're already long-established in the country, this complete and realistic guide is the essential resource to help you achieve success as a modern homesteader.Introduction1. Preparing for Rural Life 2. Skills and Resources for Rural Living3. Earning an Income4. Finding Property5. Infrastructure and Equipment Basics:Sorting Needs from Wants6. Creating Community7. Seasonal Living 8. Raising and Educating Children on the Homestead 9. Connectivity and Social Media 10. Rewards of Rural LivingIndex About the Author About New Society Publishers