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Welcome to our homesteading journey! I’m Kass, and my fiancé John and I recently embarked on a new chapter of our lives by moving to Maine in early 2023. We bought a small 5-acre camp and have been working to make it our own.

Sitting amidst Maine’s beautiful landscapes we are diving into the world of growing our own food, raising chickens, and embracing cleaner living all the while becoming better prepared for an unpredictable world. Join us as we navigate the challenges of homesteading, and share our successes and mistakes along the way.

Be sure to check back for updates—we’d love hear from you!

Together, we are creating a system of self-sufficiency and freedom to enjoy for years to come.

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New chicks 🐣 are in the brooder!! Using temper New chicks 🐣  are in the brooder!! Using temperature sensors connected to Starlink to make sure they do not get too hot or too cold.

So cute! 😊

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There's an awakening of people who want to get bac There's an awakening of people who want to get back to basics, getting back to nature and traditional values.

Let's keep it going.......

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I love this meme. Those of us who take steps to pr I love this meme. Those of us who take steps to prepare for an uncertain future often have something specific in mind, Whatever it is, we also know the future is both uncertain and unpredictable. What potential hazards, calamities, and difficulties await us are unknown. What we do know is with each passing day we are one step closer to the next one.

Zombies?🧟 Nothing surprises me anymore.

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🌿🥣 Homemade Bone Broth: A Homesteader's Secr 🌿🥣 Homemade Bone Broth: A Homesteader's Secret! 🥣🌿

Dive into the heart of homesteading with the nourishing goodness of homemade bone broth! Packed with vitamins, minerals, and collagen, it's not just a delicious base for soups and stews—it's a powerhouse for gut health, joint support, and immune boosting. 🌱✨ 

Simply simmer bones from your favorite meats with aromatic veggies and herbs, and let the magic happen! Use it in your favorite recipes, sip it warm, or even freeze it for later. Embrace the tradition of making bone broth and savor the comfort it brings to your homestead kitchen! 🍲❤️ 

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🌱 We must take control of our own food supply!! 🌱 We must take control of our own food supply!! Growing your own food empowers you to nourish yourself and your family while fostering self-reliance. Trust in your skills - and each other, not the government. Let's cultivate independence together! 🌿

 #GrowYourOwn #SelfReliance #FoodFreedom #homestead #homesteader #homesteading #gardening #offgrid #homesteadlife #beekeeping #canning #foodstorage #preparedness #prepare #prepared #prepper #survival #governmentsucks
The frigid temps outside keeps the homestead cover The frigid temps outside keeps the homestead covered in a blanket of white. Looking out the kitchen window over to the clearing where we established our first garden, memories of warm sunshine blanketing over all things green and growing filling fruit with deliciousness 😋. Growing season is coming!!!! 

So isn't more snow. ❄️

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50 Shades of Canning……😎 #50shades #cannuar 50 Shades of Canning......😎

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🌽🍅 Canning foods is a great way to preserve 🌽🍅 Canning foods is a great way to preserve the fresh flavors of summer so we can enjoy them all year round. From tomatoes to peaches, making homemade canned goods is fun and rewarding, as well as a great way to put back food "just in case." This past year we canned pickles, cranberry juice, applesauce, and even pineapple zucchini among others.

We've been stocking up on jars and lids for the upcoming season. 🥫✨ #CanningSeason #HomemadeDelights #diy #homestead #homesteading #homesteader #homesteadlife #canning #homemade #foodstorage #prepper #preparedness #offgridliving #offgridlife #cooking
We are almost two weeks into 2025, and our goals r We are almost two weeks into 2025, and our goals remain clear.

How about you? 🤔

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"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and loo "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."

Ferris Bueller

A walk through the back portion of our property.  Nature is everywhere and filled with life.  We are simply amazed at God's creation!! ❤️

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Growing garlic 🧄 not only provides delicious fo Growing garlic 🧄 not only provides delicious food but is so rewarding.  We plant in October here in Maine and have to wait for many months before harvesting. 

Yum!!!! 😋

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Like many, we have many goals we hope to accomplis Like many, we have many goals we hope to accomplish in 2025.  A few include cooking healthier meals, growing more of our own food via a 2nd garden, building a chicken coop, baking more bread and - living a simpler life.

To sum it up......BETTER! ✅️

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Homestead humor 🤣 #chickens #backyardchickens Homestead humor 🤣 

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Snow in the Maine winter makes it easy to see just Snow in the Maine winter makes it easy to see just how much life is all around us. We are still waiting for #bigfoot to stop by ☺️.

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We made our first effort in making elderberry extr We made our first effort in making elderberry extract in 2024. 📅 The learning, experimentation, and efforts to improving our lives continue. 👍

Elderberry is a natural product that has been used throughout history for its health benefits. It's a rich source of anthocyanins, bioflavonoids, vitamins A, B, and C, minerals like iron, potassium, phosphorus, and copper, proteins, and dietary fiber. 

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Yum!!! Homemade bread 🍞 Even better when it's Yum!!! Homemade bread 🍞  Even better when it's easy to make.  Save this for later and share with some friends.  So good warmed with some melted butter. 🧈 

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Lots of cookies and snacks made for family gatheri Lots of cookies and snacks made for family gatherings.  While we are certainly at the beginning of our journey to focus on healthier and more natural foods......LOOK AT THESE!!! YUM!! 😋  Hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas filled with joyous memories as we head towards 2025.

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Merry Christmas all!! May you and your family be b Merry Christmas all!! May you and your family be blessed in this season and many beyond. 🎄

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Kids need to be outside playing, running, screamin Kids need to be outside playing, running, screaming, exploring - going on an adventure. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ 
These early experiences mold them into their future selves. 👍

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Had some visitors on the homestead 🦌. We see de Had some visitors on the homestead 🦌. We see deer frequently and capture them on several trail cameras on the property.

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