The Beginning

Welcome to the launch of Sugarloaf Homesteading! After a long time of searching on the internet I found that I just didn't find a type of homesteading that fit my "niche." Most places I looked for information were for homesteads on large plots of land or urban homesteading which really just didn't fit my setup. I decided then to start this blog for the rest of us! I wanted to see if I could fill an area of homesteading that hasn't really been talked about.

For me the homestead came in the size of 4 acres at the base of the Appalachian Mountains in eastern Pennsylvania. While we didn't buy this home with the thought in mind of homesteading I quickly started to realize the many benefits and challenges that would come from trying to be as self-reliant as possible on a small track of land.

I think the biggest appeal to me as I started trying different things and expanding my knowledge is just how much CAN be done in such a way that I truly feel that there are conveniences available to me when I need them but at the same time we are self-sufficient enough to survive on our own. I'm amazed at the feeling of comfort I have as I lay in bed at night and know that today was good and if tomorrow is not I can still provide for and take care of my family. In a world that sees a lot of economic turmoil, political change, health concerns, etc. I have made it a priority to help fill this space for the "small homesteaders" and share what I've learned.