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25 Ways to Make Money on Your Homestead
Do you want to leave the rat-race behind and become financially self-sufficient? It takes courage and ingenuity to become your own boss, but rest assured you will be rewarded for your efforts! Here are 25 ways to make money on your homestead and give you the financial...
How to Legally Cut Firewood in a National Forest
There are 154 national forests in the United States, which cover around 193 million acres. All but 10 states, contain at least one national forest so it is very likely that you are close enough to at least one of them to cut your own firewood. Cutting your own...
7 Essential Firewood Cutting Tips For Beginners
Cutting your own firewood is VERY rewarding! It’s not only great physical exercise, but it also will save you money. You can even get the whole family involved and turn it into a family outing. There is definitely plenty of work for every member of the family and...
11 Kinds of Wood that Should Not be Burned in a Fireplace + BONUS MATERIAL
I know it’s tempting to burn anything that will produce heat, but as you will read below it’s important to understand that burning some types of wood can put your health at risk. Here is a list of 11 kinds of wood that should not be burned in a fireplace. Some of...
Is Poplar Good for Firewood?
Knowing which firewood will work best for you can be tricky. There are many options out there, but not every type will be available to you. Poplar is good for firewood because it lights quickly when dry and will warm your house well during the shoulder seasons. Poplar...
Is Walnut Good for Firewood? Here’s the Answer
Most people think of nuts when they hear Walnut trees, but don’t overlook the fact that Walnut trees can be a great source of firewood for you. Walnut is good for firewood because it is a clean burning hardwood that produces an adequate amount of heat. It has a...
Is Maple Good for Firewood?
Most people think of syrup and pancakes when they hear Maple trees, but don’t overlook the fact that Maple trees can be a great source of firewood for you. Maple is good firewood because it is readily available and it provides good heat. It has a lower density than...
Is Birch Good for Firewood?
If you are depending on wood to heat your home for the winter, it is a good idea to use wood that burns efficiently and is readily available. Birch is a good firewood to burn because it burns well and produces a moderate amount of heat. It splits fairly easy and dries...
Is Oak Good for Firewood?
If you are depending on wood to heat your home for the winter, it is a good idea to use wood that burns efficiently and is readily available. Oak is great for firewood because it produces a lot of heat, burns clean and is abundant in the United States. Oak is known...