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Homesteading & The Big-Machine.
I feel passionate about homesteading for a variety of reasons. Some of the reasons tend to be less productive & political and more nostalgic. Though, on the flip side, many of the reasons I feel...
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Our first litter is born!
On a homestead, there is no doubt the joy of life and the sadness of death. I’ve been witness to this many times over my years with animals – whether it be from man-caused illnesses (such as acidosis,...
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Naturally Feeding The Meat Rabbits
Let me start out this post with a disclaimer: I don’t know anything about anything. Point being, I’m no expert. I’m barely even a novice. At everything I do. That being said, I’ve taken on the...
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The Rabbit Mamba: Establishing a rabbit breeding schedule.
I have had so much fun with our rabbits, it’s ridiculous. It’s ridiculous that an adult human being, capable of designing rocket ships (okay, well not me, but human beings in general) can be this...
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Mating, Kits, and Oat Grass.
It’s amazing to me how quickly our rabbits have multiplied. It’s as if they are mating like rabbits! Hardy har har har. But seriously. Two months ago when we began with our meat rabbits, we had four...
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Raising A Years Supply Of Meat
I can see the progress in raising a years supply of meat. Sure, it’s been slow. And extremely difficult. And full of blood, sweat, and tears. But still – I can see the progress! And I’m so thankful...
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The earliest hints of Spring on the farm.
While much of the country is going through a deep freeze, here in North Central Washington, we’re enjoying a mild winter. Why, I’m not sure. But the rays of sunshine and mild days sure make it hard to...
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Our Rabbitry: Why I Love Raising Rabbits For Meat
I love raising rabbits for meat. That’s right, Ladies and gentlemen, we’re back in the rabbit business! Lord have mercy! Hallelujah! Can you hear angels singing? Can you see the rainbows shooting...
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Dream
I often receive emails from readers wondering where to begin their homesteading journey. And much to their disapproval, I’m sure, I always respond with the same, vague answer (which I’m sure offers...
View ArticleHow to Butcher a Rabbit (and which breed we raise!)
We are having fun making videos here at The Elliott Homestead. This latest video shows how to butcher a rabbit. Plus, we talk a bit about which rabbit breed we have here on the farm. I’ve written...
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