School of Traditional Skills

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Lessons from the Homestead

This is the official blog of the School of Traditional Skills. All the content you will find here was created with you in mind. We know you will find it beneficial on your journey to greater self sufficiency and self resilience!

Raised bed garden with a hoop house attached.

What Are Elbow Attachments

by School of Traditional Skills on March 13, 2023

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What Is a Dust Box

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Goats in a field of grass.

What Is Chaffhaye

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A man crouched by a portable chicken coop.

What Is a Brooder

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Small plants growing in a raised garden bed.

What Is Broadcast Sowing?

by School of Traditional Skills on March 10, 2023

Have you ever wondered, “What is a Self Sustainable Farm?” Read on to discover the many benefits of self-sustainable farming.

A man pouring salt over meat for curing.

What Is a Brine?

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What Is a Banneton Basket?

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Rows of crops in a garden.

What Is an Aphid?

by School of Traditional Skills on March 7, 2023

Have you ever wondered, “What is a Self Sustainable Farm?” Read on to discover the many benefits of self-sustainable farming.

A loaf of sourdough bread next to a jar of sourdough starter.

What Is a Dough Hook?

by School of Traditional Skills on March 2, 2023

Have you ever wondered, “What is a Self Sustainable Farm?” Read on to discover the many benefits of self-sustainable farming.