Homesteader Magazine

06/11/2025

☀️ Now Available: The Summer Issue of HOMESTEADER Magazine!

From poison ivy to poison parsnip — know what to watch out for on the trail.
🌿 Curious how Vermont’s fish restock program is going? We’ve got the scoop.
🔥 Discover tips to boost your outdoor time, plus seasonal stories to inspire your rugged lifestyle.

📖 Dive into the full issue now: https://newenglandhomesteader.com/

Your Rugged Guide to Outdoor Living

Discover New England Homesteader Magazine, your ultimate guide to rugged outdoor lifestyles in New England. Get expert tips on farming, gardening, cooking, DIY projects, and more. Join our homesteading community today!

03/24/2025

03/24/2025

Foxtails pose a hidden danger to sporting dogs, burrowing into skin and causing serious health risks. Learn how to identify and prevent foxtail-related injuries https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2025/03/24/sporting-dogs-foxtails/

Foxtails pose a hidden danger to sporting dogs, burrowing into skin and causing serious health risks. Learn how to identify and prevent foxtail-related injuries this hunting season.

03/24/2025

Foxtails pose a hidden danger to sporting dogs, burrowing into skin and causing serious health risks. Learn how to identify and prevent foxtail-related injuries https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2025/03/24/sporting-dogs-foxtails/

Foxtails pose a hidden danger to sporting dogs, burrowing into skin and causing serious health risks. Learn how to identify and prevent foxtail-related injuries this hunting season.

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays from New England Homesteader Magazine! ❄️🌿 This season, we celebrate the warmth of home, the joy of sustainable living, and the spirit of self-sufficiency. Wishing you a peaceful holiday filled with family, nature, and cozy moments. Here’s to a New Year of growth, harvests, and homesteading adventures! 🌾✨

11/20/2024

11/16/2024

As the shortest days approach, it’s time to finish up some final garden chores to help your plants thrive next spring. For those who planted trees or shrubs this year, remember to give them a good deep watering before the ground freezes. And don’t forget to guard against winter critters like deer and voles, who’ll be on the lookout for food! 🦌

Learn how to protect your plants this season with tips from Henry Homeyer’s latest article on NewEnglandHomesteader.com

11/15/2024

🥕 Thanksgiving from the Garden 🥕

As Thanksgiving nears, Henry Homeyer reminds us of the joy of celebrating the harvest. From potatoes and Brussels sprouts to homemade applesauce, there’s nothing like sharing homegrown goodness with friends and family. 🥔🧄🍏

What will you be serving from your garden?

For more ways to embrace the homesteading lifestyle and prepare for winter, head to NewEnglandHomesteader.com and consider signing up for our newsletter!

11/15/2024

11/15/2024

Don't forget to bring your plants inside! If you're cold, they're cold!

11/08/2024

🌷 Last-Minute Bulb Planting 🌷

Think it’s too late to plant bulbs? Think again! November’s still a fine time to get daffodils and tulips in the ground. Daffodils, being deer-resistant, are an especially hardy choice, and they’ll brighten up your garden next spring! 💛

Get more of Henry’s top tips for late fall gardening and more on https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/11/08/removing-invasive-plants/

And don’t forget to follow us for year-round homesteading inspiration!

Learn organic, eco-friendly methods to manage invasive plants like multiflora rose, buckthorn, and purple loosestrife in New England. Protect your landscape by removing these invasive species effectively and sustainably.

11/04/2024

They are the future of the fire service. Cheshire Career Center students create a fire line and battle a controlled burn as part of Basic Forest Fire Training. Learn how these young firefighters are honing skills for a safer community! 🔥

Read the full article on NewEnglandHomesteader.com