Welcome to Homesteading After 40!

Join us on our journey as we embrace the joys and challenges of homesteading after turning 40. We're sharing our adventures, insights, and connecting with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals.

The Sky is the Limit

This is a drone image of the front portion of our property.  We purchased 7.5 acres in the Michigan Keweenaw Peninsula.  Since we are now empty nesters the urge to explore and start our own little farm was more prevalent than before.  Our goal is to grow the land into a little hobby farm, using a little financing as possible.  

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Trail Cam Corner: capturing the wild

The Trail Cam Corner - TCC will display all of the wildlife we are capturing on camera from the property.  

 

Important to know what wildlife you have onsite.  It will allow you to properly manage and prepare your site.  

Example: We clearly have a bear so when the Bee's arrive, we will need to put some type of barrier around the hives to keep them save.  

Our story: embracing a new chapter

We're just like you – ready for a change, eager to learn, and excited to build a more sustainable life. Homesteading After 40 is more than a blog; it's a shared experience where we swap stories, learn from each other, and grow together. Explore our latest posts, watch our videos, and find inspiration for your own homesteading dreams.