The New Pioneer is your guide to everything the land has to offer. Every issue is packed with useful how-to information for back-to-the-landers, plus spotlight pieces on couples and families that have actually “been there, and done that” with success! The New Pioneer is also chock full of expert advice on must-have tools and homestead gear, planting and farming, strategies for achieving energy independence and buying rural land, do-it-yourself projects and how to get the most out of living the rural life.
Ready To Go Country?
Breaking News!
IN MEMORIAM
The New Pioneer
About Our Authors
Maine ’s Oyster Lady • The world is Abigail Carroll’s oyster after she ditched day-trading in Paris
Oysters: Good For The Planet, Good For Us
Benefits Of Seaweed For Skin
Rural Reality Check • An Rx for making the most of the good times—and coping with the not-so-good
Reach Out For HELP
Watch For Crisis Warning Signs
Country Bound • So, you want to ditch the city life? First, pinpoint the location that’s right for you
Resources For The Move
MOUNTAIN FAMILY Chronicles • When life handed them lemons, they opted to put their homestead up for sale and go tiny
NO MILLING AROUND
Ready for Off-Grid Life • Careful planning and a lot of heart made this family’s off-grid dream come true
Learn From Our Life Lessons
Dealing With the Locals
Time To Go Tiny • There are upsides to downsizing, but know the following before making the budget-friendly move
Learn More About Downsizing
DOWNSIZING WITH Class • Randy Jones is on a mission: to build attractive, affordable and efficient tiny homes
Tiny Home Pros & Cons
HOME & GARDEN HACKS • Here are some simple projects to help you have a warm, safe and productive winter
A Homestead Seed Biz • An heirloom Hopi squash provided the inspiration for Seed Treasures
Seed Saving Time
Feathers IQ • They do a lot more for your chickens than give them color
Feather ID
Get Wild About Rice • A primer on harvesting your own rice for food and a lot of good eating
Ricing Tips
GOURDGEOUS CREATIONS • In Linda Havner’s skilled hands, gourds from her garden become works of art
Wandering Gourds
BACKING UP IN STYLE • A propane-fired generator can solve your power worries, whether off- or on-grid
Valuable Lessons Learned
Firewood Cut & Dried • Tips for managing your wood heating system for maximum efficiency
GLAMMING UP GUNS • Missouri gun engraver Jim Downing makes lasting impressions with scrollwork
Her Dream Business Is IN THE BAG • Karen Layne is making a living by sharing her passion and artistry
Gifts from the HEART • Create holiday goodies from your pantry and freezer to show your love this season
Working in Pajamas • Two longarm quilters describe what’s involved in starting a business
Hobnobbing at Hawk Knob • In Appalachia, two friends make traditional hard cider and mead using old-fashioned techniques
What’s So Hard About Cider?
Amazing Space • Seven ways to make rooms in your home magically appear larger than they are
An Accent Wall
Helluva Hoe • How to forge Blacksmith Bob’s favorite tool for weeding
Materials
WEEDING TIPS
IT WORKED FOR ME • Some handy gear to make outdoor living the best it can be
Hunting Hiccups • Bring home the bacon by avoiding these embarrassing hunting bloopers
Calling All Pioneers
COYOTE CONTROL • Unlike the cartoon character, they are truly wily
PREP FOR OLD MAN WINTER...