Experimental Homesteader Podcast

Discover the secrets to building a reliable pantry and mastering food preservation techniques in this episode of the Experimental Homesteader Podcast. Whether you're stocking up for emergencies, saving money, or just looking to reduce food waste, these tips will transform how you think about food storage. Learn the three pillars of effective food storage, explore essential preservation methods like canning and dehydrating, and avoid common mistakes. Ready to take your self-sufficiency to the next level? Tune in now and start preparing for a more sustainable future!

Ever wanted to grow a winter garden? Hear Sheri Ann Richerson talk about tips and tricks for growing an outdoor winter garden that will thrive.

Ever wonder what else you can do with your favorite garden plants? Come hear Sheri Ann Richerson talk about using those plants to make gifts that everyone on your list will love.

Welcome to today's podcast episode, Herb's Unveiled - Your Homeastead's Secret Allies. In today's episode, we're diving into the enchanting world of herbs and uncovering their transformative powers for homesteaders like us.   I'm thrilled to embark on this herbal journey with you. Herbs, often overlooked but incredibly versatile, hold the key to enhancing every facet …

Welcome to today's podcast episode, Being A Responsible Gun Owner. In today's episode, we're exploring the critical topic of responsible gun ownership. I'm thrilled to have you join me for this important discussion. Today, we're tackling Task Number 19 of our 50 Survival Prepper Tasks for Beginners, focusing on ensuring that every member of your …

Welcome to today's podcast episode, Solar Gadgets: A Must-Have for Survival Preppers. In today's episode, we're diving into task number 18 of the 50 survival prepper tasks for beginners, although as Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com points out, these tasks are valuable for anyone interested in survival prepping. Task number 18 encourages us to explore …

Welcome to today's podcast episode, Consider Keeping Animals For Survival. In today's episode, we're diving deep into the realm of animal husbandry for survival, examining the hurdles faced and the unexpected rewards that come with raising animals for self-sufficiency. Join us as we dissect the intricacies of this season's approach to animal husbandry, dissecting factors …

Discover the challenges from this year's maple syrup season on our homestead, with a sweet twist. Listen to our podcast for more!

Dive into the world of cold-climate gardening on the 'Experimental Homesteader Podcast'! Discover how to grow bountiful crops during fall and winter in chilly regions. Get expert tips and insights for a year-round garden.

Knowing the location of natural water sources in the event of a SHTF situation is important.

Learn why having an escape plan is so crucial.

Learn why you need to set aside cash in case the grid goes down.

Learn how to prepare for cold weather so you can keep your family warm.

Learn what you need to seal up your home in the event of a nuclear disaster.

Learn why you should join a prepper community

Making sure your home is safe for intruders is important especially if you intend to bug in.

Learn why you need a sturdy survival knife.

Learn why you need to make a plan for cooking without power.

Learn why you need a hand crank radio.

Learn why you need to order extra prescription medication.

Learn why you need a list of shelf stable foods!

Learn why you should start stocking up on long term water supplies.

In your home or somewhere nearby, you want a cool dry place to store your food supplies.

At the very least, everyone in your family needs to have enough supplies to last them for three days.

Keeping track of your supplies will be one of the most fundamental tasks you'll need to carry out.

One of the easiest animals to start raising on the homestead is chickens. In this episode we will explore the advantages of raising chickens, problems that can arise from raising chickens and how to keep your chickens healthy.

Learn about all the things you can do with herbs, from making your own spice blends, to creating natural crafts or using them around your home for cleaning and pest control.

Learn why raising goats for milk, meat and fiber is a good idea, especially for small scale homesteaders. We will also talk about raising your goats organically.

Proper care of indoor plants is really important, especially during the long, gray days of winter. Learn how to keep your plants, even those you bought for the holidays, thriving throughout the winter season and beyond.

Learn about all the cool things you can do with natural fibers raised on your own homestead.

Greenhouses and cold frames make working in the winter garden easy, but did you know, there are things you can plant and grow even if you don’t have either one of these items? Learn all about what you can do in the winter garden on this episode.

Come hear Sheri Ann Richerson give you tips on how to make the most of all those leftovers.

Ever wonder what it's like to live on a homestead or small farm during the holidays? Come hear Sheri Ann Richerson talk about her experiences living on her small homestead in Indiana.

Yes, you can still plant seeds in October, even if you live in a cold climate. Learn what to plant, when to plant it and how to plant it to get the most out of your garden or greenhouse space.