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The Barndovilla Journal is a vibrant collection of insightful articles, guides, and updates designed to support your homesteading journey. Whether you’re a seasoned homesteader or just starting, our Journal offers practical tips, personal stories, and expert advice across a variety of topics, including gardening, prepping, construction, and livestock management.
Our New Vineyard! 5 Powerful Tips We Tried
Starting a vineyard is no small task, but I’m here to show you exactly how we’re making it work here at Barndovilla. I’m Ryan Harden, your host at Backroad Reviews, and in today’s blog, I’m going to give you a firsthand look at our vineyard test, along with some crucial lessons learned from setting up this project.
Breaking Free from Modern Society: How Goldbacks and Homegrown Food Can Secure Our Future
Preparing for What’s Ahead: Goldbacks, Growing Food, and Rejecting Modern Society Goldbacks. Recently, I hosted a livestream for the North Central Arkansas Survivability Network where I shared my deep concerns about the current state of our economy and the pressing...
Essential Homestead Hacks, Stump Removal, Helping Friends, Harvest, and New Chicken Fencing
Harvest, Building, Helping, & MORE LEAKS (NOOOO!!) DYI Homestead Build Gardening Welcome to Barndovilla! Nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, our homestead journey is all about creating a sustainable and rewarding life on the land. In today’s blog post,...
Homestead Season of Growth and Change
A Season of Growth and Change Wowzers, it’s been a homestead season of growing since we last posted! A lot has happened around here, and we’ve been busy—really busy. We’ve switched over most of the content from Backroads Homesteading and Harden Farm, importing all our...
Celebrating Link’s New Room: Overcoming Challenges for a Special Birthday Surprise
Welcome back to our latest home improvement adventure, where we take on the challenge of completing Link's room just in time for his birthday! This episode is not just about the transformation but also the unexpected hurdles we encountered along the way....
Tenkiller Youtube Meetup Adventure In Oklahoma | Surviving Tornado Alley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWPkR8fwwK4 Greetings, fellow homesteaders and adventurers! Recently, a group of us from the Backroads Homesteading community embarked on what was planned as an exciting meetup and camping trip in Tenkiller, Oklahoma. Known for its...
Tomato Planting, Sourdough Baking & DIY Ceiling Project
Hey everyone, welcome back to Backroads Homesteading! Today was another vibrant day out here, filled with gardening, bread-making, and some unexpected guests from nature. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCAJNgD66Us We started our day planning to plant some lovely...
A Week of Growth and Wonder: Planting, Electrical Work, and an Eclipse Experience
Hello, fellow homesteaders and curious minds! This week at Backroads Homesteading, we've had a whirlwind of activities, from gardening and electrical work to witnessing the marvel of a solar eclipse. Join us as we share the highlights of our week and the lessons...
Mega Chicken Tractor, Barndominium Upgrades, Planting, Homestead Hacks! How To Homesteading Builds
Welcome to another exciting journey on our homestead! Today, we're diving into a variety of projects that keep our rural life vibrant and fulfilling. From upgrading our chicken tractor to enhancing our barndominium and planting seeds, we're embracing the challenges...
Backroads Homesteading: Navigating Cold Snaps, Leaky Roofs, and Chicken Escapades!
Welcome back to our homesteading journey here at Backroads Homesteading! I'm Ryan, and I'm thrilled to share with you the latest happenings on our little slice of heaven. From our adventurous chickens to some unexpected weather challenges and even some monumental...
Our New Vineyard! 5 Powerful Tips We Tried
Starting a vineyard is no small task, but I’m here to show you exactly how we’re making it work here at Barndovilla. I’m Ryan Harden, your host at Backroad Reviews, and in today’s blog, I’m going to give you a firsthand look at our vineyard test, along with some crucial lessons learned from setting up this project.
Breaking Free from Modern Society: How Goldbacks and Homegrown Food Can Secure Our Future
Preparing for What’s Ahead: Goldbacks, Growing Food, and Rejecting Modern Society Goldbacks. Recently, I hosted a livestream for the North Central Arkansas Survivability Network where I shared my deep concerns about the current state of our economy and the pressing...
Essential Homestead Hacks, Stump Removal, Helping Friends, Harvest, and New Chicken Fencing
Harvest, Building, Helping, & MORE LEAKS (NOOOO!!) DYI Homestead Build Gardening Welcome to Barndovilla! Nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, our homestead journey is all about creating a sustainable and rewarding life on the land. In today’s blog post,...
Homestead Season of Growth and Change
A Season of Growth and Change Wowzers, it’s been a homestead season of growing since we last posted! A lot has happened around here, and we’ve been busy—really busy. We’ve switched over most of the content from Backroads Homesteading and Harden Farm, importing all our...
Celebrating Link’s New Room: Overcoming Challenges for a Special Birthday Surprise
Welcome back to our latest home improvement adventure, where we take on the challenge of completing Link's room just in time for his birthday! This episode is not just about the transformation but also the unexpected hurdles we encountered along the way....
Tenkiller Youtube Meetup Adventure In Oklahoma | Surviving Tornado Alley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWPkR8fwwK4 Greetings, fellow homesteaders and adventurers! Recently, a group of us from the Backroads Homesteading community embarked on what was planned as an exciting meetup and camping trip in Tenkiller, Oklahoma. Known for its...
Tomato Planting, Sourdough Baking & DIY Ceiling Project
Hey everyone, welcome back to Backroads Homesteading! Today was another vibrant day out here, filled with gardening, bread-making, and some unexpected guests from nature. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCAJNgD66Us We started our day planning to plant some lovely...
A Week of Growth and Wonder: Planting, Electrical Work, and an Eclipse Experience
Hello, fellow homesteaders and curious minds! This week at Backroads Homesteading, we've had a whirlwind of activities, from gardening and electrical work to witnessing the marvel of a solar eclipse. Join us as we share the highlights of our week and the lessons...
Mega Chicken Tractor, Barndominium Upgrades, Planting, Homestead Hacks! How To Homesteading Builds
Welcome to another exciting journey on our homestead! Today, we're diving into a variety of projects that keep our rural life vibrant and fulfilling. From upgrading our chicken tractor to enhancing our barndominium and planting seeds, we're embracing the challenges...
The Barndovilla Journal is a vibrant collection of insightful articles, guides, and updates designed to support your homesteading journey. Whether you’re a seasoned homesteader or just starting, our Journal offers practical tips, personal stories, and expert advice across a variety of topics, including gardening, prepping, construction, and livestock management.
At Barndovilla, we believe in the power of shared knowledge. Our Journal entries are crafted to provide you with the tools and inspiration needed to thrive in a self-sufficient lifestyle. From the challenges of weathering cold snaps to the joys of seasonal gardening, our content is both informative and relatable, offering a glimpse into the real-life experiences of homesteaders like you.
One of the highlights of the Barndovilla Journal is our focus on sustainable living. We regularly feature DIY projects that are not only cost-effective but also environmentally friendly. Whether it’s building a mega chicken tractor, upgrading your barndominium, or creating natural solutions for common homesteading problems, our step-by-step guides make it easy for you to implement these ideas on your own homestead.
Our Journal also serves as a platform for community engagement. We share stories from our own homesteading adventures, such as navigating tornado alley during a community meetup in Oklahoma or surprising our son, Link, with a special birthday room makeover. These stories are more than just updates; they are reflections of the challenges and triumphs that come with a homesteading lifestyle.
In addition to these stories, the Barndovilla Journal provides practical advice on managing the unpredictable nature of homesteading. For example, our posts on early-season gardening and protecting crops from unexpected freezes offer valuable tips on how to mitigate risks and ensure a successful harvest.
We also cover essential homesteading skills such as electrical work, bread-making, and plant care, all of which are integral to maintaining a self-sufficient home. These topics are explored in depth, providing you with the knowledge needed to enhance your homesteading skills.
At Barndovilla, we understand that homesteading is not just about survival; it’s about thriving. That’s why our Journal is filled with content that not only addresses the practical aspects of homesteading but also celebrates the lifestyle’s unique rewards. Whether you’re looking to expand your garden, upgrade your home, or simply find inspiration, the Barndovilla Journal is your go-to resource for all things homesteading.
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