Much like the pioneers of old, today's rural gardeners are seeking a simple, peaceful, self-sustaining life for themselves and their families. Here's a place to explore beekeeping, homesteading, poultry and livestock, and even gardening by the moon, as well as other ideas that make up rural gardening.
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To catch a honey bee...
started by WUVIE
last post by jjpm74Mar 25, 200710Mar 25, 2007 -
Eggbound (?) hen
started by Zeppy
last post by TamaraFayeApr 28, 200633Apr 28, 2006 -
Oops! Didn't know about this forum
started by MistyMeadows
last post by patischellMar 11, 20066Mar 11, 2006 -
new babies!!
started by hmstyl
last post by hmstylFeb 10, 200612Feb 10, 2006 -
She's laying again!!
started by berrygirl
last post by TamaraFayeFeb 01, 20064Feb 01, 2006 -
Ways to "Live off the land", share your ideas
started by PeggieK
last post by secretlove2005Mar 25, 2010149Mar 25, 2010 -
A homemade egg incubator........maybe.
started by PeggieK
last post by luvs2garden2000Jun 26, 200896Jun 26, 2008 -
Anyone raise rabbits ?
started by PeggieK
last post by WestwoodJan 09, 201742Jan 09, 2017 -
* A 'Homesteading Lifestyle' .. and More *
started by Magpye
last post by hellnzn11Nov 11, 200628Nov 11, 2006 -
Happy Birthday Horseshoe
started by downscale_babe
last post by HorseshoeFeb 05, 20064Feb 05, 2006
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Sheep losing wool
started by KathyJo
last post by KathyJoMay 07, 200816May 07, 2008 -
What should I do for my sick hen?
started by Tammy
last post by TammyDec 16, 200751Dec 16, 2007 -
Can a farmer join in?
started by Kathleen
last post by KathleenJan 28, 200624Jan 28, 2006 -
Bees for pleasure not honey
started by PeggyOW
last post by philomelJul 02, 200616Jul 02, 2006 -
Getting more chickens this spring...
started by danak
last post by TamaraFayeFeb 01, 200628Feb 01, 2006 -
starting a hive
started by paul1951
last post by levilylaFeb 23, 200717Feb 23, 2007 -
Chickens and their eggs
started by PeggieK
last post by ZeppyMar 17, 200667Mar 17, 2006 -
New Henry/Henrietta Pics
started by berrygirl
last post by berrygirlJan 17, 200625Jan 17, 2006 -
Share your homesteading experiences and dreams.
started by PeggieK
last post by CajuninKyJul 04, 2012246Jul 04, 2012 -
Guineas moved into new home
started by TamaraFaye
last post by granny_goodyJun 07, 200891Jun 07, 2008
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Welcome!
started by Terry
last post by TamaraFayeJan 17, 20067Jan 17, 2006 -
Welcome to Homesteading!
started by Terry
last post by TerryJan 10, 20060Jan 10, 2006 -
Welcome!
started by Terry
last post by DrGreendigitMar 29, 20066Mar 29, 2006 -
Chicken Coops
started by Gwendalou
last post by HalnikJun 14, 200669Jun 14, 2006 -
PLanting by signs
started by Huffy1
last post by reubenTApr 14, 200673Apr 14, 2006 -
Raising Keets (baby guineas)
started by TamaraFaye
last post by RainbowRiderApr 29, 201239Apr 29, 2012 -
looking into goats
started by TamaraFaye
last post by bambamdryadJul 27, 200639Jul 27, 2006 -
Planting by the Farmer's Almanac
started by Pete2
last post by TamaraFayeJun 19, 200538Jun 19, 2005 -
TamaraFayes' suggested > Gardenin' by the Moon (web site)
started by Magpye
last post by TamaraFayeFeb 13, 200645Feb 13, 2006 -
Moon Signs
started by Melissa_Ohio
last post by dellerMar 27, 200439Mar 27, 2004
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Lunar Gardening?
started by Miggy
last post by MiggyJan 22, 20046Jan 22, 2004 -
Lunar Gardening
started by Miggy
last post by valleruataFeb 22, 20049Feb 22, 2004 -
moon planting guide
started by arlene
last post by HibiscusJan 04, 200312Jan 04, 2003 -
planting by almanac
started by gingerlily
last post by TwinLakesChefApr 01, 200636Apr 01, 2006 -
Lunar Gardening
started by Lilith
last post by DicentraJul 31, 200116Jul 31, 2001 -
How do you plant???
started by Pete2
last post by Pete2Feb 15, 200126Feb 15, 2001 -
PLANETS IN THE GARDEN
started by gardendragon
last post by ByronJan 29, 20012Jan 29, 2001