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Doomsday Planner ...Part 3 ...Finale

The kidnapped person is so tantalizingly close, kept alive by a devastating hope. Kidnapping or hostage-taking is perhaps the most disturbing form of terror because

Doomsday Planner ...Part 2 ...Without a Trace

Suspicion follows closely on mistrust. —Gotthold E. Lessing Liliy was missing and I was out in the woods looking for her before an approaching rainstorm. I walked

Doomsday Planner Part 1 ...Disappearance

It is easier to prepare and prevent than repair and repent. —Ezra Taft Benson The Barrens Lily and I met in her sophomore year—I was pursuing graduate studies in

Doomsday Planner ...Part 1 ...Disappearance

It is easier to prepare and prevent than repair and repent. —Ezra Taft Benson The Barrens Lily and I met in her sophomore year—I was pursuing graduate studies in

What Happened To Me After 2 Year Of Raw Milk

Are you curious about the real benefits of raw milk? In this video, I share a bit about my homestead journey, including why and how I started drinking raw milk.

The Ugly Truth About Homesteading No One Is Talking About

I dive into the tough realities of self-sufficiency and the challenging work it entails. Discover why many people fall out of love with homesteading as I share the

I'm Done! Homesteading Is Being Ruined

Ever wondered why some folks give up on homesteading? In this video, I dive into the real challenges of homestead life and why it’s still worth it. Join me as I

The Health Benefits Of The "Most Hated Plant"

In this video, I explain how Dandelions, considered the most hated plant, can surprisingly transform your health. I go over the numerous health benefits of dandelions,

Redneckery at its Finest

Redneckery at its Finest Water on the Homestead We live in high desert. This makes water one of the most crucial, and hard to acquire, things on the homestead. When

Chicken Adventures - Meager Beginnings

Chicken Adventures - Meager Beginnings Building Our First Incubator Meager beginnings is likely an overstatement lol. We've been trying to raise chickens since last

We Finally Have Power!!

We Finally Have Power!! New battery bank for the homestead. Ok guys, before starting I need to explain something. When we first started setting up our electrical

The Best Homestead Animal?

Explore the fundamentals of goat farming in our beginner's guide. Learn essential homestead tips for raising goats, from selecting the right breed to proper care

Honey Bee Swarm At The Homestead

What a crazy day on the homestead! I came planning on spinning honey from the hives for the fall when I noticed thousands of bees swarming! Come with me as we explore

Milk My Goat With Me! Just TWO Generations Is All It Took

It only took TWO generations for us to become completely disconnected from our food. Instead of growing our own food or connecting locally with farmers, we are okay

First Garden Harvest and Special Recipes!

This year I made it my mission to produce over 100 pounds of food from my garden. With a ton of work, trial and error we are off to a great start this year compared

Starting Up The Gubba Homestead Orchard

On the homestead, I have been busy planting fruit trees! So far, I have planted 6 fruit trees (3 peach, 1 cherry, and 2 apple.) I am planning to plant two more cherry

What's Better For Food Storage? The Answer Might Surprise You

What's better for food storage? Is a Mylar bag with oxygen absorbers better at preserving food than vacuum sealing? In this video I'll go over the pros and cons

Adding Bee Nucs To The Homestead Hives

Bees are an easy animal to tend to and they bring a wide range of products to the homestead. Honey isn’t the only beneficial part of having bees. They pollinate

One Year Of Beekeeping on the Gubba Homestead

Part of being a beekeeper is getting to know your bees and what they are comfortable with! Bees are extraordinary and inspiring animals. They work, harvest, and

A Day On The Gubba Homestead

If you're curious about what a day in the life of a homesteader looks like, you're in the right place! In this video, I'll be sharing my homesteading schedule, giving