HOMESTEAD FOR REAL!
A Beginner's Guide to Self-Sufficiency, Sustainability, and a Life That Actually Matters
HOMESTEADING, SIMPLIFIED!
Start Where You Are, Thrive Where You Live!
Feeling burnt out by the chaos of modern life? You're not alone. More and more people are searching for a more grounded way to live, one that’s connected to nature, filled with purpose, and built on real skills that matter.
HOMESTEAD FOR REAL is your essential guide to building that self-sufficient, self sustainable living - no matter where you are. With practical steps and real-world inspiration, our homesteading book empowers you to start your journey toward freedom, resilience, and a life that truly matters.
COMPLETE GUIDE TO A MORE ROOTED, RESILIENT LIFE
Authored by experienced homesteader Emmett Ridgeway, our homesteading handbook is a practical and inspiring guide to self sufficient life and how to live it, covering everything from growing your own food and preserving it, to setting up off-grid energy and water systems. Whether you're in a city apartment or rural acreage, our homesteading essential book offers practical tools, mindset, and motivation to help build a life of purpose, resilience, and connection to the land.
FROM PURPOSE TO PRACTICAL LIVING
- Start where you are, apartment or acreage
- Food production, water systems, energy efficiency
- Legal, zoning, budgeting, and regional planning tips
- Traditional skills + modern tools = sustainable success
- Real advice from a real homesteader
- Step-by-step strategies for a fulfilling lifestyle
For aspiring homesteaders, sustainability advocates, preppers, DIYers, and anyone longing for a simpler, self-sufficient life, our homesteading book for beginners is the perfect guide to get you started and thrive.
GRAB OUR HOMESTEADING SECRETS BOOK NOW & BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY TO A SIMPLER, SELF-SUFFICIENT, & MORE FULFILLING LIFE!
Why This Book is Different
- Start homesteading with zero prior experience, right where you are
- Make the most of limited space (even in suburban or rental areas)
- Grow your own food on a realistic budget
- Learn to compost, preserve, and plan for all seasons
- Raise chickens, build garden beds, and harvest water simply
- Cook wholesome meals from scratch using your harvest
- Build practical, sustainable habits without going off-grid
- Create a lifestyle that’s rooted in purpose, resilience, and joy
Meet the Author
Emmett Ridgeway
Emmett Ridgeway is a seasoned homesteader, author, and advocate for self-sufficient living. After trading city life for the land, he spent over a decade mastering the essentials of off-grid living—growing food, raising animals, and building with his own hands. His expertise spans organic gardening, permaculture, renewable energy, and DIY construction, all rooted in a passion for independence and resilience.
Certified in sustainable agriculture and permaculture design, Emmett blends traditional wisdom with modern innovation. In Homestead for Real, he offers clear, step-by-step guidance for creating a self-sufficient life, empowering readers to start small and build a homestead that truly matters.
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FAQ
Not at all. While owning land can offer more options, this book includes practical guidance for starting wherever you are, even in an apartment or rental. Container gardening, small livestock, and DIY skills can all be scaled to your current situation.
That depends on your goals, but Emmett shares low-cost solutions, simple projects, and time-saving strategies for those with limited resources. The goal is to help you build steadily without burning out.
No. While it does touch on resilience and preparedness, this book focuses on creating a fulfilling, sustainable lifestyle. It’s about thriving—growing your own food, building independence, and living with purpose.
Yes. Homestead for Real was written with beginners in mind. It walks you through each step in plain language, with no fluff or assumptions. You’ll learn the basics and get actionable steps without feeling overwhelmed.
Yes. Even seasoned readers will find useful tips, checklists, and deeper insights, especially in the areas of long-term planning, DIY systems, and creating a more intentional homestead life.
Yes. You'll get beginner guidance on small livestock like chickens, rabbits, and goats—including housing, feeding, and care—so you can decide what’s right for your space and lifestyle.
