Posts by Zoey Parker

Learning to homestead can be a fun adventure, even for a beginner like me. It's about picking up simple skills that can make life a little more self-sufficient and rewarding. As I took my first steps...

When my friend told me they were into foraging, I thought they were just fancying up their picnics. Turns out, foraging is a real adventure, and it needs some serious gear. Who knew I needed to think...

I’ve always found quail to be fascinating little birds. They're small and surprisingly easy to take care of. People often ask me why I choose to raise quail instead of chickens or ducks. The...

Ever wondered why chickens seem to love rolling around in the dirt? It's not just their quirky way of having fun. Chickens take dust baths to stay clean and healthy by keeping pesky parasites at bay....

I’ve recently found something amazing for my skincare routine—castor oil! This oil, from the seeds of the ricinus communis plant, is a game-changer. It can hydrate, cleanse, and even help with...

Ever wonder why some folks seem to be a mosquito's favorite snack? It's not just your imagination. Mosquitoes are drawn to certain people more than others for reasons science is still uncovering....