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Homesteading is a lifestyle focused on self-
sufficiency and sustainable living. It often
involves practices like growing your own
food, raising animals, preserving food,
making household goods, and using
renewable energy sources.
Homesteading emphasizes living closer to
the land, reducing reliance on modern Over the next eight weeks, we will explore
conveniences, and embracing skills that different facets of homesteading and
promote independence and resilience. develop practical skills that empower you to
While traditionally associated with rural live more sustainably, from growing your
life, modern homesteading can be adapted own food to mastering basic DIY projects
to urban and suburban settings as well. and food preservation. Each week will focus
on a new aspect of self sufficiency, giving
you the tools and confidence to build a more
independent lifestyle.
