Tools Every New Homesteader Should Have

Starting your homesteading journey can be overwhelming, but having the right tools and systems in place can make all the difference. In this episode, we dive into essential tools and organizational systems to help new homesteaders thrive. From family command centers to must-have physical tools like five-gallon buckets and rakes, we cover practical solutions to help you stay organized and ready for your homestead projects. Whether you’re managing the day-to-day flow of life or tackling farm tasks, this episode provides key strategies for a smoother homesteading experience.

Key Points:

• Create a simple, layered organizational system with paper planners, digital tools, and family command centers.

• Use check-in points to stay on top of appointments and tasks for better planning.

• Invest in the right tools for your homesteading projects, and borrow tools from neighbors when needed.

• Don’t rush to buy everything all at once—build your tool collection gradually and ask for help from your community.

• Build relationships with neighbors by offering help in exchange for tools or labor.

• Essential homesteading tools:

  • Basket

  • 5 gallon buckets

  • Large blanket

  • Hoe

  • Sharp knife

  • Yard sheers

  • Shovel

  • Water bath canner kit and Jars

  • Chainsaw

  • Rakes

  • Axe or hatchet

Resources:

Horatio Planners: A paper planner that helps you stay organized. (Not Affiliated)

MiesterTask & MindMiester: Digital tools for project management. (Not Affiliated)

Step Out Workbook: A workbook available on Simply Living Homestead to help you target your homesteading goals.

And If you would like to suggest future topics we can discuss here on the podcast, send me an email at connect@Simplylivinghomestead.com and tell me all about it!