The Rookie Homesteader
A story about starting a homestead - with no experience
Episodes
33 episodes
House Renovation
Today I introduce a new character to the show. Together we discuss the biggest projects of the past year.IG: @rookie_homesteader
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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41:43
Mushroom Logs
I filmed the mushroom log process and shared that video on Instagram @rookie_homesteaderBen Falk's book:https://www.wholesystemsdesign.com/the-resilient-farm-homestead-ben-falk
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Episode 31
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22:47
Beekeeping - Part 2
Sourcing bees and the basic protective gear@Rookie_Homesteader
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Episode 30
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23:11
Beekeeping - Part 1
Talking about the PROS and CONS of different hive designsIG: @rookie_homesteader
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Episode 29
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30:27
Farm Plans + Blue Zones
Planning for the upcoming year, the next 5 years, and the rest of my life.
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Episode 28
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32:58
New Chainsaw + Wellness Habits
This episode is a smorgasbord. Partly big-picture recap, some recent updates, and wellness talk.
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Episode 27
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28:54
Home & Garden Updates
This episode starts by discussing my struggles to heat my home. Then I mention some of the positive developments around the house and garden. Pictures on IG @Rookie_Homesteader
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Episode 25
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22:26
Yurt!
Talking about raising the yurt, building the deck, mistakes I made - and regrets that I have.You can see pictures of the yurt on Instagram @Rookie_Homesteader
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Episode 23
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41:48
Low Budget Kitchen and Garden
Updates on the house, garden, and roommateIG: @rookie_homesteader
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Episode 22
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16:29
Plant Propagation
Sharing some notes from a workshop I attended last week with Akiva SilverSome resources I mentioned in the show:- MrDrip.com for mist system- Parafilm is Akiva's favorite grafting tape - Okatsuné makes his favorite prun...
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Episode 21
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26:37
Epic Fail - Tree Felling
Things went off the rails while cutting down a black locust near the driveway...
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Episode 20
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31:19
Recap + Progress Report
This is the Season 2 premier, so I give a quick recap of what has happened so far. I also share some news regarding the house, sawmill, and yurt plans. Follow me on instagram if you want to see some pictures: @rookie_h...
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Episode 19
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21:03
Water
In this episode I talk about testing the existing well, and give an update on my checklist of basic needs (Water, Electricity, Food, Wifi, Shelter, Heat, Toilet).Follow me on Instagram if you want to see some pictures @Rookie_Homesteade...
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Episode 18
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21:13
The House
Discussing the condition of the house and my new sawmill. Follow me on Instagram @Rookie_Homesteader for pictures
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Episode 16
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23:49
Buying Land
The experiment has officially begun.Instagram: @Rookie_Homesteader
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Episode 14
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34:45
Permaculture Design Course (PDC)
10 days on a homestead in Vermont, learning from experienced permaculture designers
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Episode 13
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32:19
Homestead Camping
Last week I stayed with my friends on their homestead in New Hampshire
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Episode 11
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21:18