The Rookie Homesteader

House Renovation 08.04.2025 41:43 ↓

Today I introduce a new character to the show. Together we discuss the biggest projects of the past year. IG: @rookie_homesteader

Mushroom Logs 23.04.2024 22:47 ↓

I filmed the mushroom log process and shared that video on Instagram @rookie_homesteader Ben Falk's book: https://www.wholesystemsdesign.com/the-resilient-farm-homestead-ben-falk

Beekeeping - Part 2 20.03.2024 23:11 ↓

Sourcing bees and the basic protective gear @Rookie_Homesteader

Beekeeping - Part 1 27.02.2024 30:27 ↓

Talking about the PROS and CONS of different hive designs IG: @rookie_homesteader

Farm Plans + Blue Zones 03.02.2024 32:58 ↓

Planning for the upcoming year, the next 5 years, and the rest of my life.

New Chainsaw + Wellness Habits 22.01.2024 28:54 ↓

This episode is a smorgasbord. Partly big-picture recap, some recent updates, and wellness talk. 

Biochar 31.12.2023 28:17 ↓

Converting the brush pile into a soil amendment 

Home & Garden Updates 06.12.2023 22:26 ↓

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

Winter Is Coming 13.11.2023 27:44 ↓

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Yurt! 24.09.2023 41:48 ↓

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

Low Budget Kitchen and Garden 06.07.2023 16:29 ↓

Updates on the house, garden, and roommate IG: @rookie_homesteader

Plant Propagation 12.05.2023 26:37 ↓

Sharing some notes from a workshop I attended last week with Akiva Silver Some resources I mentioned in the show: - MrDrip.com for mist system - Parafilm is Akiva's favorite grafting tape  - Okatsuné makes his favorite pruning shears

Epic Fail - Tree Felling 26.04.2023 31:19 ↓

Things went off the rails while cutting down a black locust near the driveway... 

Recap + Progress Report 15.03.2023 21:03 ↓

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_homesteader

Water 02.02.2023 21:13 ↓

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_Homesteader

First Injury 23.12.2022 14:29 ↓

I paid the price for being reckless... 

The House 02.12.2022 23:49 ↓

Discussing the condition of the house and my new sawmill. Follow me on Instagram @Rookie_Homesteader for pictures

First Month Of Homesteading 07.11.2022 17:15 ↓

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Buying Land 25.10.2022 34:45 ↓

The experiment has officially begun. Instagram: @Rookie_Homesteader

Permaculture Design Course (PDC) 31.08.2022 32:19 ↓

10 days on a homestead in Vermont, learning from experienced permaculture designers

Homestead Camping 07.07.2022 21:18 ↓

Last week I stayed with my friends on their homestead in New Hampshire

Wiring and Battery Management 25.05.2022 10:42 ↓

In this episode I realize something important that I was forgetting about my batteries. I also talk about wiring up my solar panels. 

Starlink 07.05.2022 16:06 ↓

In this episode I test out my SpaceX Starlink Satellite. I also lament the existence of lead acid batteries.