Homesteading for Beginners Mona Weathers

In this episode I dive into 25 practical ways to kickstart your homesteading journey, even if you have little to no land. From gardening on apartment balconies to learning animal husbandry without owning animals, I cover a variety of essential skills. I also discuss composting, preserving food, foraging, bread making, herbalism, and much more. I share my experiences and provide valuable tips on how to become more self-sufficient and sustainable.
Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.
This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:
https://youtu.be/Jht3vntO0mQ
Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here >> https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
Episdodes mentioned in this episode:
Gardening:
Ep.96 Turn Your Black Thumb Green with These Tips: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/096-turn-your-gardening-black-thumb-green-with-these-tips
Ep. 82 Organic Gardening with Jessica Gaige: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/082-organic-gardening-for-beginners-with-jessica-gaige
Composting:
Ep. 26 Worm Farming : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/026-homestead-income-series-worm-farming
Preserving Food:
Ep. 49 - Melissa K. Norris on the 9 Food Preservation Methods: https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/049-melissa-k-norris-on-the-9-food-preservation-methods
Bee Keeping: 
Ep. 92- Natural Bee Keeping with Adam & Leslie Martin : https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/092-homesteading-community-natural-beekeeping-with-adam-leslie-martin-of-beekept
Natural Dyeing: Jessica Unsell 🌿 Color Seeker (@wild_fire_water_) • Instagram photos and videos
Home Health Care: 
Ep. 98. Homesteader Health with Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Amber Belt
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/098-homesteader-health-with-naturopathic-physician-dr-amber-belt
Microgreens:
Ep. 77 Growing Microgreens with Laura Patterson
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/blog/microgreensbusiness
Homeschooling: 
Ep. 63 Homesteading and Homeschooling with Cody Hanner
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/063-homeschooling-homesteading-with-kody-hanner-part-1
Permaculture:
Ep. 52 What is Permaculture and How Can It Help You?
https://sites.libsyn.com/422132/052-what-is-permaculture-how-can-it-help-you
 
00:00 Introduction to Homesteading for Beginners
00:15 Starting Your Homesteading Journey with Little to No Land
01:24 Gardening: The Foundation of Homesteading
02:32 Composting and Vermicomposting
03:28 Preserving and Seed Saving
05:18 Animal Husbandry: Caring for Livestock
07:12 Kitchen Skills: Bread, Cheese, and Cooking from Scratch
08:38 Foraging, Hunting, and Fishing
10:01 Herbalism and Soap Making
11:19 Welding, Carpentry, and Beekeeping
12:56 Budgeting, Natural Dyeing, and Aquaponics
15:04 Home Health Care and Butchery
16:31 Growing Fodder and Microgreens
17:43 Homeschooling and Woodworking
19:10 Permaculture Design and Conclusion

In this episode of the 'Homesteading for Beginners' podcast, I emphasize the importance of celebrating small wins to remain motivated and achieve long-term goals. I share personal stories from my homesteading and gardening journey, illustrating how celebrating incremental progress has been crucial in my 20+year experience. I also offer practical tips for maintaining a positive mindset and discuss the broader impacts of this mentality on homesteading and life. 
Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.
This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:
https://youtu.be/7AdZfLsMh6M
Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here >> https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
101 Homestead Income Ideas List:
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome
Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):
https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan
Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona
Mona's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/
Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners

 
 
 
 
 

Hey there, future and new homesteaders! In this episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast, we’re getting real about homesteading. Is it as amazing as it sounds, or are there some hidden challenges you need to know about? I’ll be sharing a list of pros and cons to help you get a clear picture of what to expect. Whether you’re just daydreaming about the homesteading life or you’re already digging into the dirt, this episode is for you. Grab a cup of coffee (or tea), sit back, and let’s chat about the true ups and downs of homesteading!
Watch this episode on YouTube and don't forget to subscribe!
YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9btGqzL67R8
Get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist: https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
Get the Homesteading for Beginner’s Starter Kit: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Mona’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona

Have you ever dreamed of having a beautiful and affordable greenhouse? Check out the DIY greenhouse plans from Hillside Market. #homesteading #homesteadingforbeginners #greenhouse #gardening 
In this interview with Carolynne Hill we talk about the ins and outs of building and having a greenhouse. 
This is episode 101 of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast.
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast! 
View the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/BjR4juQnNtc
Check out the Hillside Market designs here: DIY Greenhouses with Carolynne Hill from Hillside Market
Website: https://thehillsidemarket.com
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/TheHillsideMarket?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1428233164&from_page=listing
Carolynne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehillsidemarket?igsh=ZDkxcWQ1YTY4aTZ2
New to homesteading? Get the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist:
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
Get the Homesteading for Beginner’s Starter Kit: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Mona’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona

Celebrate with me today! This is the 100th episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast!
This podcast has been a labor of love and I'm just thrilled that I've made it this far. Thank you for being a part of the sucess of this podcast. I really value your listening ear.
Are ready to start your homesteading journey but you're not sure exactly how to begin? The Beginner Homesteader's Starter Kit will take you through the steps you need to start your journey off on the right foot so that you can prevent homesteader burnout.
This starter kit is on sale until June 30th 2024. Get 35% off by using the code: HOMESTEADSTART
https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/homesteadstart
Watch this episode on YouTube and please don't forget to subscribe to my channel:
https://youtu.be/FHaKlaWqA6M?si=28oh_hM2jGUfroYG
I hope you are having a wonderful day!

Building a community involves embracing differences while focusing on common goals. In this episode I share some tips on how to be a good community member and how to start a community if you can't find what you are looking for.
I also share about the four pillars on homesteading:
Food security Self-sufficient skill building Preparedness.  Slower living This episode is packed with information that will help you find our build a thriving homestead community. 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/nmDwoOZIfBM?si=9Yve0IfYdqRU9Y86
Get the Homesteading for Beginners checklist here >> https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/
101 Homestead Income Ideas List:
https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/homesteadincome
Homestead Income Plan Group (FACEBOOK):
https://www.facebook.com/groups/homesteadincomeplan
More info:
Shop Homesteading Books and Supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona
Mona's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/
Homesteading for Beginners YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@homesteadingforbeginners