Frontier Freedom is for anyone who desires to be more independent. Our goal is to
encourage families to simplify their lives as they plan and prepare for the future. This is the place to
help you learn skills which have been all but lost. Frontier Freedom is the site dedicated to
discussions about homesteading, country living and self-reliance. Experience the freedom of the Last
Frontier!
This is the place for forum announcements and news, and the place for you to tell us your ideas on improving the forum. Also, please read this before posting pictures. We'd love for you to share them, and we have some important guidelines and tips. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Introductions Come on in and introduce yourself! Are you living in the Alaskan bush, planning a move to your homestead, or just curious? This is a great place for all of us to get to know each other. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Login & Registration Problems If you are having trouble registering, logging in, or are having other problems with the forum, please post here. We'll help you get it straightened out as soon as we can. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Chat Room Announcements, Times and Topics The Chat Room is always open, but if you'd like to set up specific times to chat, make an announcement here. Also, if you'd like to talk about specific topics at a designated time, post it here so we can join you. Moderator Washkeeton
First Things First This is where we talk about planning your big move to your homestead or out to the country ---- things to consider before you move, ways to prepare, things you should have, what to do and learn, etc. If you're a seasoned homesteader, share your experience and suggestions here. If you're just thinking about such a move, ask away! That first year is the hardest. We want to help you prepare and make it a success. Moderators chuck, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Finding The Right Land It can be a challenge to find just the right piece of land. Here is where we discuss things to look for (or avoid) when searching for your new homestead or your own little "piece of paradise". Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Making A Living More and more folks are trading in their city lives for their dream of a simpler life "away from it all". But, we all need a little money, even in the bush. Here's where we share ideas and help each other make that dream a reality, at least from a financial standpoint. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Building In The Bush Here's where we share ideas on everything related to building your cabin and other outbuildings in the bush. Without electricity, a lumber yard down the road, or a bunch of neighbors around to lend a hand, you need to plan ahead and do things differently. Here we talk about log construction, milling lumber, clearing a spot for your cabin, etc. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Tools For The Bush You need the right tools for the job. If you have a job to do but need advice on the best tool for it, ask here. Or if you've found a great way of getting something done with a particular tool, tell us about it. The right tools can sure make a tough job go smoother. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Alternative Energy & Communication This is the place to talk about alternative ways to power your home, tools and appliances (if you have them), which can be a challenge when you live off the grid. This is where we also talk about communication --- everything from smoke signals to satellite phones and internet. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Pioneering As the name of this forum implies, this is the place to talk about things that are really basic --- the way things were done "way back when". Way back before folks could just run to the store to pick up things they needed. Way back during the "pioneer days". You get the idea. If you ever find yourself wishing you could go back in time, and want to talk about those days, this is the place. Moderators Washkeeton, 1withnature
The Cache & Root Cellar Preserving, storing, canning, drying, pickling, freezing, stocking up . . . . A supply of properly prepared and stored food is essential for homesteaders. Ask questions and share your tips here. Moderators Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Recipe Swap & The Homestead Kitchen This forum is sponsorted by Cabela's.
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Share your recipes here. If you need a fresh idea for Alaska salmon, cooking up a bear, how to fix fiddleheads, baking biscuits, or anything else related to cooking, this is the place to ask questions or share your culinary skills. We also talk about cooking on woodburning stoves and how to keep your family fed without electricity ---- you don't really need that monster refrigerator or all those gadgets. Moderators Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton, felipsha
Gardening Anything about gardening goes here ---- vegetables, herbs, orchards, flowers, etc. Talk about greenhouses, composting, varieties, and anything else having to do with gardening. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
God's Cures (Home Remedies & Alternative Medicine) Anything related to health, nutrition, and news in the medical world (especially alternative medicine). God provides for our needs, so let's also discuss home remedies, using plants from the wild and from the garden to make tinctures, teas, salves, toothpaste, lotions and mosquito repellents. Ask questions and share your knowledge to help others naturally, the way God intended. Moderators Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Homestead Families This forum is sponsored by Homeschool-eStore.com - FREE Products Each Week
The lives of homestead families are full and interesting. Tell us about your life and get ideas from others ----- journal of your day on the farm, hobbies, how you and your family enjoy spending time together, parenting, and even the tough times. This is sort of a general discussion forum. Moderators Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Crafts Learn all the skills you'll need to craft a fine homestead: Basketweaving, knitting, beading, needlecrafts, homemade soaps, etc . . . If you have a skill or talent that isn't listed here, start a thread and teach the rest of us.
Moderators Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
The Library & Web Links Since we get so many questions about books, we set up this spot as our "media board" for topics of interest to homesteader types. If you have or know of a good book that the rest of us might find useful or entertaining, please post at least the title and short description here. This is the place for lists and discussions of family appropriate books, CDs, DVDs, music, movies, etc. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Homeschooling Ask questions and exchange resources and ideas on homeschooling. Even if you don't officially homeschool, you're always educating your children. Moderators Jenny, Washkeeton, felipsha
Woodworking Homesteaders are usually pretty ingenious in this area. Ask questions and share your knowledge ----- furniture, spoons, tools, boats, etc. Show off your projects and share your special tips. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Primitive Weapons This is the place for discussions (and a little bragging) about your homemade knives, bows, and other primitive weapons. Even if you didn't make them, we like talking about weapons ---- blowguns, sling shots, bows and arrows, knives, atlatles and spears, boomerangs, etc . . . Moderators chuck, Washkeeton, woodsman
Improvising Tools & Equipment As important as it is to have the right tool for the job, it's more important to be able to make do with what you have. Or better yet, make what you need. Ask for ideas or tell us what worked for you. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Wildcrafting Join others in discussions on wild plants and all their uses (related to bushcrafting). This includes how different plants can be used in survival situations, or just an afternoon hike with the family. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Goats & Other Livestock Anything about goats, sheep, cows, pigs, horses, donkeys, yaks, llamas, alpacas, buffalo and any other livestock you can think of. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Training & Equipment Training of dog or owner, and discussions about sleds, harnesses, packs, houses, and any other equipment used with or for your dogs, whether for mushing, hunting, or just a good companion. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Buy, Sell or Trade Anything is fine, so long as it's legal. We also have a list of resources and links to other sites of interest. Add your favorites. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Land (buying or selling) If you have some land for sale, or if you are looking for just the right piece of land, post it here. (This is for individual / private sales, not real estate agents). Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Politics & News As the name says, this forum is for discussions on politics and news. If you find interesting news, post the link or story here. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Washkeeton
Real ID & NAIS The Real ID act and the National Animal ID System are hot political issues, and we think they are important enough for their own forum. We also believe that they are very closely related. If you have news, opinions or questions on either of these subjects, post here. Moderators Jenny, Washkeeton, Gisela
Singles In The Bush If you're alone in the bush and would like to meet others in the same situation, then check in here. (This forum is only available to registered users) Moderator Washkeeton
Archives (Alaska Homesteading Forum) This is where you'll be able to link to the original Alaska Homesteading Forum. That forum is locked, but you can still read all the wonderful and informative topics about homesteading. If you have any problems accessing the archives, or have questions or comments, please post here. Moderators chuck, Jenny, Kristianna, Washkeeton
Hunting, Fishing and Trapping This is for talk about hunting, fishing and trapping. Show off your pictures, brag a little, share your secrets to success. If you're a beginner, ask questions so the pros can help you along and have fun while you're learning. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton, woodsman
Dept. of Natural Resources, and The National Parks Service This is the place to post information, news, announcements, questions etc. related to land ---- both state and federal. These can be hot political topics, but since they are so important to homesteaders, we thought a separate spot here would be helpful. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
Subsistence Many Alaskan's live a subsistence lifestyle, or at least try to as much as possible within this modern world. Ask questions or share your stories, experience or news here. Moderators chuck, Washkeeton
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