GRIT July/August 2022

GRIT July/August 2022

GRIT July/August 2022 Table of Contents

Gazette: Dry-Pack Foods for Long-Term Storage
Save space in your freezer by properly packaging dry goods so you can keep them on a shelf instead.

Jam-Packed Goodies
These jam and jelly sweet treats will be a feast for your taste buds and your eyes.

Bring in Strawberry Season
Learn all about growing and propagating this “berry” tiny yet bountiful fruit.

Support Neighborhood Pollinators On Your Property
Sustainable food production begins with healthy local ecosystems.

Habitat Improvement Projects for Your Woodlot
Manage your woodlot with these DIY silviculture practices, and watch your local habitat fl ourish.

Wrangling a Reliable Ranch Horse
Learn what to look for when selecting your next workhorse so you end up with an excellent equine each time.

5 Common Goat-Keeping Mistakes
Novice herd owners can stumble when raising their first bucks, does, and kids. Here’s some advice on how to maintain firm footing with your caprine companions.

The Curious Creeping Cucumber
This small but mighty cucurbit offers gardeners a unique food that requires minimal care to grow year after year.

Dog-Days Danger
Be prepared for summer’s hot, dry weather and the hazards it often brings.

DIY System for Saving Rainwater
Harvest rainwater in a low-maintenance collection setup to water your garden and fi ll your stock tanks with this free, live-giving resource.

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GRIT May/June 2026

Our View Mail Callin’ Small Boats, Big Fun Make fishing memories with affordable kayaks, canoes, and jon boats. Don’t Wait for Rain Build your own gravity-fed drip-irrigation system for when rain is scarce. Wet and Well-Prepared Avoid calamity when kayaking or rafting by getting back to the water-safety basics. Diving into Dowsing A chance encounter […]
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GRIT March/April 2026

GRIT March/April 2026 Table of Contents The Factory Farm Alternative Big Ag ensnares your food dollars at every turn. Don’t get caught in its web. Phenomenal Pheasants Prepare to provide for pleasing poultry. Batter, Butter, and Blueberries Enjoy cozy mornings with simple recipes for pancakes, waffles, and syrups from GRIT readers. Foaling Around Provide basic […]
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GRIT January/February 2026

GRIT January/February 2026 Table of Contents 50-ish Tips To Save Money A little planning goes a long way. The Great American Family Farm Building — or rebuilding — the family legacy. Grandpa Knows Everything It’s the small things that matter most, especially with children. Comfort Foods Try these hearty soups for the soul. Yellowstone Country […]
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GRIT November/December 2025

GRIT November/December 2025 The Homestead Gift Guide Make it yourself this holiday season. Deer Tallow Skin Care Use every part of the animal for a treat your skin will love. Gumbo Savor this tasty Southern tradition. A Passion for Persimmons Make the most of this delicious native fruit. Rethinking Recycling How recycling has made us […]