Thanksgiving is right around the corner…. and for me that means it’s time to start planning what special foods will make it on the Thanksgiving table this year! Diet restrictions can make this planning process a little tricky, but you don’t have to give up all those traditional holiday foods...

While there are homeopathic and herbal concoctions made specifically for treating internal parasites in chickens, I like to try and source supplements from around the homestead for treating my flock’s health ailments. There are many natural supplements and herbs which contain anti-parasitic properties helpful for both preventing and treating internal...

These dairy-free pumpkin cheesecake brownies are the perfect fall recipe that will have you coming back for seconds and even making them multiple times! I know I’ve already made my fair share of these brownies already this fall! The fudgy brownie texture is perfectly complimented by a creamy pumpkin cheesecake...

Are you poultry first aid certified? Me neither, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t know how to treat basic injuries and ailments that appear in your homestead flock. Chickens are notorious for getting suddenly injured or mysteriously becoming ill. Knowing a few poultry first aid tips will help you deal...

Pumpkin is a traditional fall ingredient and I love creating new recipes that involve this versatile vegetable! These grain-free pumpkin bars are a delicious fall dessert recipe. I love that they are grain-free, gluten free, and nut free. They are also easy to create and make a lot so that...

Knowing how to treat worms in chickens naturally is essential for raising a homestead flock. Especially if you live in regions that provide optimal worm habitat. However, knowing how to prevent worms in chickens naturally is even more important. Preventing internal parasites is the key to keeping them from becoming...

Before you pass this off as another boring chicken noodle soup recipe, I want to assure you that this is no ordinary chicken noodle soup! This grain-free chicken noodle soup has been a menu staple in my house since before I can remember. It is a soup recipe that everyone...

What can I feed my sick chicken? Ailing chickens are often picky and can loose their appetite quickly. Once a chicken stops eating, things go down hill quickly, once they stop drinking, you know you have little time left to do anything to help them recover. That’s why it is...

Snacks are supposed to be healthy right? Well, yes, but there are some exceptions. With these gluten-free chocolate peanut butter crepes, you get the best of both worlds! They are healthy, but also sweet and delicious! I love making up a few of these crepes for snack because they contain...

Providing supplemental lighting in the coop can be somewhat of a debate in the chicken world. Supplemental lighting can be provided during the winter to trigger a hen’s laying cycle. But, do hens need supplemental light? Does making them lay more often shorten their lifespan? How do I go about...

It seems like every predator is willing to put chicken on its menu, which is very unfortunate for homestead chicken keepers. It doesn’t matter if you live in a densely wooded area or an urban suburb, poultry predators are everywhere! Having poultry predator awareness and knowing of the common poultry...

Gluten-free venison bean chili is totally a modern pioneer comfort food! I love how easy and simple this chili is to make, it is a delicious and nutritious dinner meal that can quickly be whipped up in the crockpot. Venison bean chili is full of chili flavor and is loaded...

Internal parasites, specifically worms, are one of those ever present but rarely seen menaces that can wreak havoc if not managed properly. If one or more of your flock members starts ailing, you may want to ask, does my chicken have worms? Worms are a fairly common internal parasite that...

This dairy-free dill tuna salad is the best tuna salad recipe I have ever tried! I know, you may be thinking I’m biased since it is my recipe, but honestly, I like this tuna salad over the pre-made salad I can buy at Whole Foods Market. It is full of...

Protein is needed for a chicken to survive. It is required for nearly all the body functions to work properly. Balancing protein in a flock’s diet is important because many factors play a role in the protein needs of individual chickens. The standard protein content in commercial chicken feeds may...

Grain-free apple pie is a traditional pioneer pie that tastes delicious and is easy to make! Apple pie is a heritage recipe and making an apple pie is a must have life skill for any modern pioneer! With this easy apple pie recipe, you can make an apple pie that...

Food is the fuel source for your flock. What they eat will determine their health and productivity. When it comes to feeding your homestead flock, learning how to feed chickens naturally is essential for ensuring they get the nutrition they need on a daily basis. Surprisingly, there are several different...

Supposably the annual fall molt should go smoothly and without issue, but if you have raised chickens for any length of time, you will know that they love to keep life interesting! Knowing when to step in and administer emergency care to molting chickens is essential for when your flock...

Of all the fruits, I think peaches are probably one of my favorite fruits to bake with! I love their sweet flavor and their crisp texture. These gluten free peach bars bring out the delicious, sweet flavor of the peaches and combine it with the buttery flavor of crumble topping!...

What does raising a homestead flock entail? Find out what skills and knowledge you need to have in order to succesfully raise homestead chickens! Welcome to the chicken keeper’s survival list! The Chicken Keeper’s Survival List is a compilation of tasks that you will need to know how to do...