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A bear tore through our homestead—but we didn’t give up. Here’s how we’re rebuilding, reinforcing, and moving forward with grit, wire, and a whole lot of heart.
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June 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A bear tore through our homestead—but we didn’t give up. Here’s how we’re rebuilding, reinforcing, and moving forward with grit, wire, and a whole lot of heart.
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
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Two bear attacks in one weekend devastated our homestead. We lost beloved birds, stressed our rabbits, and now we're rebuilding. Here's what happened—and what’s next.
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thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bear...
Bear Attacks on the Homestead: A Relentless Week of Loss, Resilience, and Recovery
A bear devastated our homestead—twice. Here's how we survived the attacks, saved our animals, and began rebuilding through heartbreak, grit, and hope.
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May 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Two bear attacks in one weekend devastated our homestead. We lost beloved birds, stressed our rabbits, and now we're rebuilding. Here's what happened—and what’s next.
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bear...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bear...
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Rabbit isn’t a rodent—and breaking one down is easier than you’d think. I’m walking you through it, step by step, Appalachian style. 🐇🔪
Lean, clean protein and zero waste.
#homesteading #butchering #rabbit #sustainedlife
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Lean, clean protein and zero waste.
#homesteading #butchering #rabbit #sustainedlife
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How to Break Down a Rabbit: Easy Tips to Get Started
Learn how to break down a whole rabbit easily with step-by-step tips. Perfect for home cooks wanting a clean, simple butchering guide for rabbit meat.
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May 24, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Rabbit isn’t a rodent—and breaking one down is easier than you’d think. I’m walking you through it, step by step, Appalachian style. 🐇🔪
Lean, clean protein and zero waste.
#homesteading #butchering #rabbit #sustainedlife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
Lean, clean protein and zero waste.
#homesteading #butchering #rabbit #sustainedlife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
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Craving something hearty? I wrapped rabbit in bacon, brushed on BBQ sauce, and crisped it in the air fryer. Juicy, smoky, and zero mess. 🐇🥓🔥
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lovi...
#homestead #rabbitrecipes #airfryer #baconwrapped #sustainedlife
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#homestead #rabbitrecipes #airfryer #baconwrapped #sustainedlife
Loving Rabbit Meat: A Lean, Healthy, High-Quality Protein
Delicious, lean, and easy: Try this air-fried bacon-wrapped rabbit recipe perfect for a healthy protein meal. Step-by-step prep and cooking tips inclu
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 24, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Craving something hearty? I wrapped rabbit in bacon, brushed on BBQ sauce, and crisped it in the air fryer. Juicy, smoky, and zero mess. 🐇🥓🔥
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lovi...
#homestead #rabbitrecipes #airfryer #baconwrapped #sustainedlife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lovi...
#homestead #rabbitrecipes #airfryer #baconwrapped #sustainedlife
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Pulled the plug on this season’s quail hatch.
Farming’s about knowing your limits, too.
Sometimes the “closed loop” means closing a door.
New post up on why we’re skipping the incubator. #quailfarming #homesteadlife #sustainableliving
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/on-q...
Farming’s about knowing your limits, too.
Sometimes the “closed loop” means closing a door.
New post up on why we’re skipping the incubator. #quailfarming #homesteadlife #sustainableliving
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/on-q...
On Quitting
In homesteading and life, knowing when to quit isn't failure—it’s wisdom. Here’s why stepping back from a failed quail hatch and saying no to prolonge
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Pulled the plug on this season’s quail hatch.
Farming’s about knowing your limits, too.
Sometimes the “closed loop” means closing a door.
New post up on why we’re skipping the incubator. #quailfarming #homesteadlife #sustainableliving
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/on-q...
Farming’s about knowing your limits, too.
Sometimes the “closed loop” means closing a door.
New post up on why we’re skipping the incubator. #quailfarming #homesteadlife #sustainableliving
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/on-q...
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Fast. Familiar. A little bit homegrown.
We’re making Basketti—stretching sauce, leaning on garden herbs, and embracing the chaos of comfort food.
🍅🌿🍝
#homesteadkitchen #weeknightdinner #basketti
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bask...
We’re making Basketti—stretching sauce, leaning on garden herbs, and embracing the chaos of comfort food.
🍅🌿🍝
#homesteadkitchen #weeknightdinner #basketti
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bask...
Basketti: Fast, Familiar, and a Little Bit Homegrown
Quick, cozy, and perfect for busy weeknights—this one-pot Instant Pot spaghetti recipe brings together homegrown flavor, kid-friendly comfort, and rea
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 17, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Fast. Familiar. A little bit homegrown.
We’re making Basketti—stretching sauce, leaning on garden herbs, and embracing the chaos of comfort food.
🍅🌿🍝
#homesteadkitchen #weeknightdinner #basketti
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bask...
We’re making Basketti—stretching sauce, leaning on garden herbs, and embracing the chaos of comfort food.
🍅🌿🍝
#homesteadkitchen #weeknightdinner #basketti
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/bask...
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A misunderstood weed turned powerhouse green 🌱 — lambsquarters are thriving in the spring garden and they’re too good to ignore. Mild, buttery, and packed with nutrients. #foraging #homesteadlife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lamb...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lamb...
Lamb’s Quarter: The Wild Spinach That Fed a Generation
Discover how to forage, harvest, and prepare lambsquarter—a wild green packed with nutrients and flavor. Tips on identifying, storing, and cooking thi
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 15, 2025 at 3:23 PM
A misunderstood weed turned powerhouse green 🌱 — lambsquarters are thriving in the spring garden and they’re too good to ignore. Mild, buttery, and packed with nutrients. #foraging #homesteadlife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lamb...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/lamb...
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We picked up our newest batch of Muscovy ducklings right in the middle of a bear disaster. Eight fluffy little survivors are settling in—and yes, I’m still buying ducks in parking lots like it’s a perfectly normal Tuesday. 🐣🚗💥
#muscovyducks #keepcalmandquackon
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#muscovyducks #keepcalmandquackon
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May 12, 2025 at 8:17 PM
We picked up our newest batch of Muscovy ducklings right in the middle of a bear disaster. Eight fluffy little survivors are settling in—and yes, I’m still buying ducks in parking lots like it’s a perfectly normal Tuesday. 🐣🚗💥
#muscovyducks #keepcalmandquackon
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#muscovyducks #keepcalmandquackon
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One year with Muscovy ducks: a predator scare, a great escape, and a surprise drake we thought was a hen. Spring brings new ducklings and a fresh start. 🦆🌱 #homestead #MuscovyDucks #poultrylife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/a-ta...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/a-ta...
A Tale of Two Ducks
Our first year raising Muscovy ducks brought surprises, setbacks, and growth—from our starter trio to duckling adventures, winter escapes, and a myste
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 10, 2025 at 12:17 PM
One year with Muscovy ducks: a predator scare, a great escape, and a surprise drake we thought was a hen. Spring brings new ducklings and a fresh start. 🦆🌱 #homestead #MuscovyDucks #poultrylife
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/a-ta...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/a-ta...
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A bear broke in last night. Killed six hens, shook our rabbits, and left our whole homestead on edge. This is the raw truth of rural life. #homesteading #farmjournal #predatorloss
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/when...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/when...
When the Wild Breaks In: A Bear Attack on the Homestead
A young bear broke into our homestead, killing six hens and traumatizing our animals. Here’s how it happened and what we face next.
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com
May 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
A bear broke in last night. Killed six hens, shook our rabbits, and left our whole homestead on edge. This is the raw truth of rural life. #homesteading #farmjournal #predatorloss
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/when...
thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/when...
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Turned 5 homegrown rabbits into 9+ meals this week—stir-fry, jerky, broth, even dog treats. Nothing wasted. All delicious. 🐇🔥 If you're into sustainable living, real food, or the bougie side of homesteading, this one's for you.
🧵 Read: thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
🧵 Read: thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
May 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Turned 5 homegrown rabbits into 9+ meals this week—stir-fry, jerky, broth, even dog treats. Nothing wasted. All delicious. 🐇🔥 If you're into sustainable living, real food, or the bougie side of homesteading, this one's for you.
🧵 Read: thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
🧵 Read: thissustainedlife.blogspot.com/2025/05/how-...
Excellent reading.
I just wanted tomatoes and basil.
Then a deer showed up… and one shot changed everything.
That’s how I started my sustainable homestead journey.
🐇🥕🥫
Read the full story: [bit.ly/42JQyaN]
#homesteading #selfsufficiency #rabbitsformeat
Then a deer showed up… and one shot changed everything.
That’s how I started my sustainable homestead journey.
🐇🥕🥫
Read the full story: [bit.ly/42JQyaN]
#homesteading #selfsufficiency #rabbitsformeat
May 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Excellent reading.
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