SouthWest, Virginia
Homesteading. Preparedness. Appalachian Living.
Stuff for camping, preparedness, homesteading, and everyday life. We share what we use, what we learn, and what actually works for us.
Rooted in Appalachia
Gear That Works
Community First
Made for the Mountains
What We Carry
Featured categories
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Homesteading
Gardening, raising animals, and doing more for yourself. The everyday skills that keep a mountain home running.
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Preparedness
Supplies and know-how for when it counts. What we’ve learned about being ready for whatever the mountains throw at you.
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Outdoor Gear
Camping and backcountry gear we actually use. Tested on the trail and around the homestead — no fluff, just what works.
Our Mission
Getting back to the basics.
Our mission is simple: share what we know, what we learn, and what actually works. From homesteading and gardening to preparedness, camping.we’re here to help people learn to do more for themselves.
The Appalachian Dispatch
Latest from the journal
What we’re learning about gardening, raising animals, being prepared, and doing more for ourselves..
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If I Had $500 to Start Prepping, This Is What I’d Buy
Read More →: If I Had $500 to Start Prepping, This Is What I’d BuyIf I had $500 and had absolutely nothing put back for emergencies, I wouldn’t go crazy buying a…
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What I Would Buy First If I Had to Start Homesteading With $500
Read More →: What I Would Buy First If I Had to Start Homesteading With $500If I had to start homesteading from scratch with only $500, I wouldn’t spend it all on fancy…
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Virginia Gun Laws Are Changing — Here’s What Gun Owners Need to Know
Read More →: Virginia Gun Laws Are Changing — Here’s What Gun Owners Need to KnowIf you own firearms in Virginia, you’ve probably seen a lot of talk lately about new gun laws,…
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