Go back to basics—compost, raising chickens, water and irrigation, dealing with pests, and much more—with this unique, full color bestseller (over 400,000 sold).
Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family’s food on just a quarter acre—and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require.
Even if you have never been a farmer or a gardener, this book covers everything you need to know to get started: Buying and saving seedsStarting seedlingsEstablishing raised bedsSoil fertility practicesCompostingDealing with pest and disease problemsCrop rotationSelling your produce arm planning, and much more. Because self-sufficiency is the objective, subjects such as raising backyard chickens and home canning are also covered along with numerous methods for keeping costs down and production high. Materials, tools, and techniques are detailed with photographs, tables, diagrams, and illustrations.
Do you want to learn about the lost world and forgotten practices of Native American herbalism without getting tangled up in misinformation and exaggerated claims? Are you seeking a contemporary guide to traditional Native American herbal medicine to help you live longer and better? Or are you ready to fill your medicine cabinet with all-natural, low-cost herbal remedies?
If you answered “yes,” continue reading…
Native Americans are well-known for their understanding of herbal medicine, which they had successfully used for thousands of years before the pharmaceutical industry replaced it. Native American tribe’s knowledge of herbs & herbal remedies is unmatched, yet it is difficult to get since it is handed down orally from generation to generation. This collection of three books was written to provide you with everything you’ll need to finally accept natural remedies due to Native American herbal knowledge. The Native American Herbalist’s Bible will take you from harvesting to low-cost administration, from planting tips to developing your natural medicine store, DIY remedies, traditional ways to current usage, and is suitable for beginners and experienced herbalists. It is more in-depth than every guide on the market, has been carefully researched, and is written in an easy-to-understand manner.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this 13-book series:Native American Medicine’s Forgotten HistoryHow to use herbs in many forms, such as fresh & dried herbs, capsules, extracts in water, glycerin, alcohol, and oil.Everything you need to know about plant harvesting, from planting to wildcrafting, from purchasing advice to ethical practicesYou’ll have easy access to almost 2000 years of herbal culture & spiritual history – without being bogged down by lengthy material or trendy cliches.Detailed descriptions of Native American herbs and wild plants, including traditional uses, Habitat, characteristics, and medicinal use.You’ll learn how to recognize herbs and plants and utilize their unique features.Remedies and recipes for curing common diseases and relieving symptoms of chronic problems Expert-tested recipes for treating your occasional cold, scrape, headache, intestinal trouble, stressful day, or restless night with basic pantry components and much more! You may have purchased other books to learn how to use natural cures, but no one could assist you with your initial steps. With this set of books, you’ll have a complete handbook for overcoming a wide range of physical and mental symptoms and issues. All you need is the necessary assistance to say goodbye to traditional drugs in favor of natural remedies. If you want a comprehensive guide on using herbs in your daily life, this book is for you. You don’t have to be hooked to prescribed pharmaceuticals; all you must do is adjust how you repair your body.
So, are you ready to learn the Native American healing secrets? Then, click the “BUY NOW” button at the top of the page to get your copy and start your healing journey!
From the Publisher
The common aspirin, for instance, derives from salicin which was used in ancient times by Native Americans for fever and headache, in the form of tea or infusion.
Sometimes plants were eaten as food. In other cases, a pulp or ointment was applied to open wounds.
Some of the most famous remedies are made up of:
Black RaspberryBuckwheatCayenne PepperChamomile
All used to cure everyday diseases.
ASIN : B0BBXQ8STC Publisher : Independently published (August 25, 2022) Language : English Paperback : 339 pages ISBN-13 : 979-8848387827 Item Weight : 1.59 pounds Dimensions : 8 x 0.77 x 10 inches
Learn all about how to build sheds, feeders, fences, and other backyard structures to enhance your sustainable living!
Garden structures: Raised beds, planters and arbors, self-watering beds, grow-light stand, soil blocksFences and pens: Fence post basics, picket fence, solar electric fence, installing and stretching fences, hen pen and hurdle, gates, PVC hen penHousing chickens: Basics for housing chickens, building a coop and run, complete material and cutting lists, exploded views, building an A-frame chicken tractorBuilding sheds: Basics for building, goat shed, saltbox garden shed, backyard-homestead shop, roofing alternativesSolar and wind power: Compressor and gearbox windmills, how solar works, erecting a windmill, installing a solar power systemAquaponics and hydroponics: Understanding aquaponics, understanding hydroponics, basics of a DIY aquaponic system, how to install a hydroponic systemBuilding beehives: Langstroth beehive, Warré beehive, top-bar beehive (aka the Kenyan or Tanzanian beehive), step-by-step building instructions and exploded viewsPlumbing and wiring: Plumbing basics, ground-fault circuit interrupters, freeze-proof watering options, outdoor wiring, supplemental lighting
A companion volume to Backyard Homesteading, 40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead provides details on how to build more than 40 projects to enhance your sustainable living.
The projects in this book are designed with simplicity, convenience, and budget in mind. You will also find help on how to expand or contract the projects to suit your needs.
With step-by-step instructions, tools and materials lists, exploded views, and easy-to-understand techniques, even if you are only moderately handy, you’ll discover how to build your own feeders, fences, and structures. In the process, you’ll save money and have the satisfaction of doing it yourself!
From the Publisher
Live a More Self-Sufficient Life
A backyard homestead can help the family stay connected to the land and learn to value self-sufficiency. Helping with projects can even be a great way for beginners to learn basic carpentry skills!
You’ll learn how to build a:
Trellised arbor Saltbox shed Top-bar beehive Wooden raised bed Goat shed Chicken coop and run
Your Hands-On, Step-by-Step Guide to Sustainable Living
Build the Backyard Homestead of Your Dreams
Create a more sustainable life for yourself and your family with 40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead! Learn how to make the most out of the space you have and become more self-sufficient, even if your yard is small.
The projects in this book are designed with simplicity in mind—because your time is valuable!
40 step-by-step projects, from housing chickens to erecting a windmill Projects designed with your budget and convenience in mind Learn to expand or contract any project to suit your particular needs Expert tips for getting started, working safely, & saving money
Garden Structures
The heart of any backyard homestead is its garden. Not only will it provide you with a bounty of fresh vegetables, it will also save you money!
In this book, you’ll find projects that fit your space, whether large or small, country or urban. Learn how to build an inclined planter, make a bottom-watered container garden, make soil blocks, and much more!
Fences and Pens
Your backyard homestead will surely benefit from a good fence and sturdy pens—especially if you intend to keep animals!
Learn how to install a picket fence or solar-powered electric fence, add a gate, make a PVC hen pen, and more. Your neighbors and livestock will thank you for your efforts!
Plumbing and Wiring
As your backyard homestead grows, you’re going to want to upgrade your outdoor plumbing and electricity. Learn the essentials for getting water and power where you want it!
You’ll find safe, permanent projects like installing an anti-freeze spigot or a GFCI receptacle, running outdoor conduit and cable, and adding supplemental light for your chickens.
Step-by-Step Directions
Inside this book, you’ll find every project broken down into step-by-step directions with sequenced photographs for easy reference. Each project has a handy list of tools and materials at the beginning, as well as an overview of the design you’re about to build.
Get the confidence you need to tackle your sustainable living dream!
Diagrams, Illustrations, & Exploded Views
The projects inside this book feature handy diagrams, illustrations, and exploded views that provide easy reference to specific measurements and the anatomy of structures and devices.
You’ll find a goat shed plan, perspective views, hen pen measurements, and everything else you need to ensure your project comes out right!
Building Sheds and Beehives
All animals need shelter from the wind and rain to keep them safe, warm, and happy.
Whether you need to build a goat shed, chicken run, or a beehive (Langstroth, Warré, or Top-Bar), you’ll find the right project for you and your livestock’s needs inside this book.
Solar Power, Wind Power, Aquaponics, and Hydroponics
When you’re ready to take your backyard homestead further, you’ll learn how to produce green energy by installing a pump or aeration windmill and solar power.
Introduction chapters to aquaponics and hydroponics will help you get acquainted with each method to determine if one might be right for your needs.
Thorough Instructions
Detailed Diagrams
Housing Bees, Chickens, and Goats
Green Energy
Projects for Your Innovative, Functional Homestead
40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead was written with simplicity of design in mind. Each makes the most out of basic materials to respect your budget. Attention is also paid to the human factor—that is, making each finished project convenient and simple to use on a day-to-day basis.
Your time is valuable, and this book does not expect you to be a master builder. Inside, you’ll find all the projects you need to make the most of your homestead, along with concise step-by-step details that will give you the confidence to build them.
Get started on your road to sustainable living with 40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead!
Publisher : Creative Homeowner; First Edition (August 6, 2013) Language : English Paperback : 256 pages ISBN-10 : 1580117104 ISBN-13 : 978-1580117104 Item Weight : 2.02 pounds Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.44 x 10.88 inches
Protect Yourself And Your Family From the Coming Societal Breakdown & Power Grid Collapse:
Escape the Toxicity of Polluted Cities, and Discover the Secret to a Healthier and Happier Life.
Are you aware of the price of living in the city?
We’re not talking about your money.
We’re talking about your health, sanity, and happiness.
A recent study by Melbourne Institute showed that people living in urban areas are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, as well as other mental health problems.
And that’s not even the worst of it.
Exposure to polluted city air has been linked to lower cognitive development and higher use of psychiatric meds among children.
The city is literally poisoning your kids.
Of course, urban living does have its advantages, but are you willing to pay such a high price for them?
More and more people are now realizing that ditching the city leads to a stress-free, healthy life. Not to mention the financial benefits of not paying for utilities and rent.
So if you, too, are looking to escape, but have no idea how to do it, then you’ve come to the right place.
And you’ll be happy to know that it only takes as little as 30 days to escape the smog-smothered urban jungles and find your happiness in the country.
In Off Grid Living 2022-2023, you will discover:
How you can live off the grid without giving up any of your luxuries or technologyWhat to look for when choosing the perfect location for your self-sustaining refugeHow to install different types of water systems in your off grid homeA huge variety of electricity options: You’ll discover how to use solar, wind, and geothermal sources to power your off grid home and all your gadgetsHow to grow organic, pesticide-free food without spending a ridiculous amount of time and moneyA comprehensive list of the best US states for off grid living (Hint: Some states actually have it all — great weather, beautiful nature, and cheap properties!)Tips for becoming completely self-sufficient, including strategies for saving an insane amount of money that you’d usually spend on urban living expenditures
And much more.
Even if you’re not ready to say goodbye to your urban lifestyle just yet, you should still explore what going off the grid actually means and all its potential benefits.
In fact, there are many ways to get the best out of both worlds.
So take charge and give yourself and your family a chance at a healthier, more fulfilled life.
If you’re ready to give off the grid living a chance, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.
From the Publisher
Publisher : Small Footprint Press (July 30, 2021) Language : English Paperback : 171 pages ISBN-10 : 191420784X ISBN-13 : 978-1914207846 Item Weight : 6.2 ounces Dimensions : 5 x 0.39 x 8 inches
Are you tired of relying on noisy generators or expensive campground electricity to power your off-grid lifestyle? Do you dream of going entirely off the grid and living sustainably but need help knowing where to start with solar power?
If you answered yes to either of these questions, then “Off Grid Solar Power Simplified” is the book for you!
Written by solar power expert Nick Seghers and reviewed by a licensed electrician, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through setting up a reliable, cost-effective solar power system for your RV, van, cabin, boat, or tiny home.
In this book, you’ll learn:Energy units you didn’t even know existedFormulas you can’t live without when building a solar systemA comprehensive list of tools that you needHow to choose wire diameters the right wayStep-by-step guide on sizing your off-grid solar system without painful mistakesWhy not every wire is suited for solar energy installationsThe best way to protect your installation from catching fireDiscover different batteries, maintenance, price, lifespan, and configurationsDiscover different solar panels; tilt, cleaning, optimizing solar inputDiscover different types of photovoltaicsWhat device is at the heart of any solar power system?Inverters; different types, different sine waves, efficiency, power ratingsDiscover the best way to monitor the state of charge of your batteriesThe safest way to charge your solar battery from your car alternator.A step-by-step guide on how to build your systemA few examples of systems with diagramsWhether you’re a beginner or an experienced off-gridder, “Off Grid Solar Power Simplified” has something for everyone. With clear explanations and practical advice, this book is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about going solar.
So why wait? Take control of your energy independence today and get your copy of “Off Grid Solar Power Simplified” now!
From the Publisher
About Me
I’m Nick, the author of this book. I also have a website called cleversolarpower.com and a youtube channel where I explain basic solar knowledge. If you don’t know me, go check out the youtube channel or take a look at my website. If you have questions, you can send me an email through my website.
Learn everything there is to know about solar panels and charge controllers.
Learn to choose the right battery and inverter for your application.
Use the many diagrams in this book to draw your own system. Get access to our online website with password to see the diagrams in detail.
If you have questions, you can write to me at my website. Free of charge!
ASIN : B0BT7DZTN1 Publisher : Independently published (January 30, 2023) Language : English Paperback : 319 pages ISBN-13 : 979-8375486901 Item Weight : 15.8 ounces Dimensions : 6 x 0.72 x 9 inches
The Ultimate Guide to Plan, Create, and Live Your New Off-Grid Life. From Off-Grid Ready to Full Off-Grid: Find The Right Balance for You, and Make Money Doing It!
If the Covid years taught us anything, it’s that we need to be more self-sufficient, not less so.
As a result, and now with failing supply chains and the rumblings of WW3, people are fleeing the cities in droves…
But for some, that’s not enough: they are fleeing the “grid” too…
(The mainstream media would probably call them crazy, but you and I know they’re just smart.)
They’re chasing a more carefree existence, not bound by the 9-5 grind. And not reliant on the corporate or governmental machines for food, water, power, or much of anything at all.
But that’s not something you can just pick up and do overnight…
That’s why in Off-Grid Living Free, we will take you by the hand and show you EXACTLY how to get off-grid, step by step.
You’ll benefit from our hard-won experience and research, enabling you to make the journey quicker and more smoothly whilst avoiding the dreadful pitfalls many of your peers will make.
Here’s just a taste of what you’ll discover:
Ingenious ways to become more self-sufficient, even if you stay exactly where you areHow to effectively plan to go off-grid (many will fail by neglecting this step)How to easily find your perfect off-grid property. Is it even possible to get land for free?Select the best off-grid home type for your budgetHow to source, treat and store your water off-gridYour options for raising food off-grid, even if you don’t have much space7 different ways to preserve food off-gridOff-grid power: how to work out how much you’ll need, how to generate it, and how to save 50% off the cost of your solar systemHow to heat and cool your off-grid home, including 2 little-known ways to cool your home without electricityOff-grid healthcare options: from a healthcare insurance substitute that costs less, to taking care of your health off-gridOff-grid living practicalities: parenting, schooling, communications, garbage disposal, laundry, entertainment and moreOff-grid income: how to make an income off-grid, including a few innovative ways you might not have thought of!Much, much more!
Far from being just another “off-grid living for beginners” book, full of fluff and info you could find in 3 seconds on Google, Off-Grid Living Free will be your trusted companion at all stages of your journey, giving you real, actionable strategies and advice to get off-grid and stay off-grid!
Scroll up and click “Add to Cart” to start your journey…
ASIN : B0B5KNTNZ2 Publisher : John MacKay Wilson (July 4, 2022) Language : English Paperback : 192 pages ISBN-13 : 979-8986473406 Item Weight : 9.6 ounces Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.48 x 8.5 inches
More than 220 tips for existing, persisting, and thriving independently in the modern world.
Looking for a greater sense of control in the chaotic world of today? Concerned about your dependence on existing food and power sources, and other systems beyond your control? Empower yourself with the gift of self reliance–with the Total Self Sufficiency Manual, which has over 220 tips and techniques to empower your independence from survival expert and New York Times-bestselling author Tim MacWelch.
Description
This manual has 220 tips and techniques to empower your independence like reducing your reliance on existing food and power sources. This best-selling guide lays out the survival situations humans are likely to face, like hurricanes and tornados, and a few you really probably won’t, like a meteor strike. From break-ins to basement flooding to broken bones, this guide has everything you need to be prepared for any emergency that comes your way. If you went into the woods with just a knife, your wits, and the shirt on your back, could you survive? If you’d read this book, the answer is yes! This survival manual offers concrete, useful hints cover everything from raising chickens in your urban backyard to going totally off the grid in your all-solar log cabin. Learn what to do in dozens of scary situations, including riding out a tsunami, getting lost in the woods, getting hit by an asteriod, or surviving the fall of civilization.
Download this book, read it to the end and see “BONUS: Your FREE Gift” chapter after the conclusion.
Off-Grid Living: How To Build Wind Turbine, Solar Panels And Micro Hydroelectric Generator To Power Up Your House (FREE Bonus Included)Book 1: Go Off Grid And Go Green With Micro Hydro System: How A Micro Hydro System Can Provide Your Off-Grid Home With Electricity
When we think of renewable energy, most of us think solar or wind, but another choice does exist, hydroelectric. Using water for power goes back to water wheels and culminates in huge hydroelectric dams. There is middle ground too; small hydroelectric systems can power a home as efficiently as solar power. Stop paying enormous electric bills and never worry about the power going out again!
It is possible to go off grid and rely on hydroelectricity for power and this book will show you how. All you need is a stream, creek, or river on your property and you will never have to pay an electric bill again! You may even end up getting money from the electric company for the electricity you produce! In some cases, you can go completely off grid, for others, this renewable energy can provide the power needed when power from the grid is not available.
Book 2: DIY 400 Watt Wind Turbine: Build Your Own Efficient Wind Turbine In Just $200
This book is going to change the way you think about the wind, and the way you rely on the modern day use of power. You don’t have to be a master with woodworking or tools, you just need the right set of directions and a few basic skills, and you can make your own wind turbine.
Book 3: Solar Power:15 Steps To Your Own Affordable Solar Power System
If you are one those smart and genius people who are looking into making a transition to solar power, you have come to the right place. We have designed this informative book in order to help the common man in understanding the technicalities of installing your very own solar power system.
The process of installing a solar power system can seem overwhelming since it is a big change and there a lot of things that require very careful consideration. There are things to be considered like coverage, size, cost, site survey, load analysis of energy consumption and what not! Well, there is no need to be intimidated by specifies anymore. This book will answer all your questions in adequate detail. We have included step by step procedures, tip and guidelines to assist you in this process. The easy to follow preparation guidelines will assist you by making the process as smooth as possible. For the ease of our readers, we have categorically divided all the information into 5 concise chapters which are listed as follows;
Download your E book “Off-Grid Living: How To Build Wind Turbine, Solar Panels And Micro Hydroelectric Generator To Power Up Your House” by scrolling up and clicking “Buy Now with 1-Click” button!
Illustrated with full-color photographs accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this unique collection utilizes the best that the online community has to offer, a mammoth database churning out ideas to make life better, easier, and, in this case, greener.
Here are fun, useful projects designed to get you thinking creatively about going green. Let the Instructables team illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.
Here, you will learn to:
Clip a chicken’s wingsPower your lawn mower with solar powerCreate a chicken tractor for the cityWater your garden with solar powerBuild a thermoelectric lampCreate an algae bioreactor from water bottlesAnd much more!
Get started today—making your life greener. Get off the grid!
Off the Grid and Onto Your Homestead! Do you dream of leaving the “real world” behind and leading a simpler life? More and more people are choosing to live off grid, growing their own food, and providing their independent electricity. Achieving this life transformation may seem daunting, but it’s the ideal path to a calmer, more peaceful existence.
Some people choose the off-grid way of life to escape from technology and the city, while others want to live minimally or even prepare for disaster. Farmers, preppers, conservationists, and tiny house enthusiasts unite in their appreciation for off-the-grid living. No matter what your personal reason is, achieving this lifestyle means total independence and freedom.
The options for living off-grid are endless—but it does take knowledge, skills, and planning. You may picture yourself living in a cabin, yurt, tiny home, or alternative homes such as shipping containers. Whatever the case, you’ll need to choose the location, understand the costs, and provide food, water, power, and plumbing. If you have a family, you may also have to consider your children’s education!
Off-Grid Living is the perfect guide for anyone considering this path. With detailed tips and information on everything from laws and taxes to hunting and fishing, this thorough book will take your off-grid life from a pleasant daydream to your blissful reality.
In Off-Grid Living, you’ll discover: Why off-grid living is not only possible, but increasingly popular Guidelines on budgeting for every aspect of your off-grid shelter How to set up your off-grid home with water, power, and infrastructure Tips to live off the land, including foraging for food and raising animals Steps to grow fruits and vegetables in self-sufficient gardens Costly mistakes new homesteaders make—and how you can avoid them Special considerations for young families, including homeschooling Surprising ways you can earn money while living off the grid Guides and checklists for every step along the way … and much more!
People across the world are choosing a simple, inexpensive life off the grid, and you can too. If you’re sick of the rat race and want to leave the stress of the city behind, another option is available. Whether you’re brand new to homesteading or already an off-grid enthusiast, Off-Grid Living has everything you need to cultivate the simple, sustainable life that you crave.
Simplify your days, take control of your life, and enjoy every moment of your existence. Scroll up and one-click Off-Grid Living now!
From the Publisher
Guidelines for planning and starting your off-grid life
This book is the perfect guide for those who want to live off the grid. It provides detailed information on budgeting, choosing the right location and type of shelter, and offers tips on taxes and local laws. Whether you are looking to completely disconnect from society or just want to be prepared for an emergency, this book will show you how to do it.
Providing for yourself and your family – food, water, power and infrastructure
This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know to set up your own off-grid home. It includes detailed instructions on how to collect and store water, generate power, and create essential infrastructure. With this book, you can ensure that your family will be safe and comfortable no matter what happens.
How to grow food – fruits and veggies – forage and live off the land
If you’re looking for ways to become more self-sufficient, this is the book for you. It provides all the information you need to start growing your own food – from fruits and vegetables, to foraging for wild edibles. Plus, it offers tips on raising livestock and living off the land. With this book, you can create a truly sustainable homestead.
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Achieving Self-Sufficiency Living Off-the-Grid Sustainable Backyard Farming 2-in-1 Bundle: Includes The Self-Sufficient Backyard & Off-Grid Living
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ASIN : B09M8NZ6BF Publisher : Independently published (November 27, 2021) Language : English Paperback : 138 pages ISBN-13 : 979-8774545858 Item Weight : 7.8 ounces Dimensions : 6 x 0.32 x 9 inches
