Grit

Grit Magazine has celebrated rural American lifestyles since 1882. Each bimonthly issue combines practical articles, product reviews, do-it-yourself building plans, beautiful photos, reader advice, humor and a healthy dose of fresh attitude to offer a complete guide to life beyond the city limits.

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Grit • VOLUME 141, ISSUE 6

PLANTING GOALS

BAG OF BUTTONS • Take a trip down memory lane with time-honored tales from our readers.

HERBAL GIFTS for Cold and Flu Season • Make these simple remedies for you or a loved one to help support wellness this winter.

HARVESTING HAY: YAY OR NEIGH? • Find out if this seasonal chore is right for your farm and budget.

PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE GRIT COMMUNITY • Moments from the Year

Prepare for Winter on the HOMESTEAD • The colder months may bring challenges, but you can meet them head-on through key points of preparation.

REBUFF THE RUST • When the rust must go from your cast-iron cookware, you can defeat it with this DIY electrolysis tank.

Holiday GOAT BUTTER MINTS • Make these simple, tasty treats for the whole family — if you don’t eat them all first!

LEARNING WITH SEEDS: Engaging Young Minds • Facilitate a love of the natural world with one of its smallest components: plant seeds.

Thrifty Tanning for Beginners • Reduce waste and make the most of your hunt by learning how to preserve hides.

Forestry Basics for the Backyard Woodlot • Understand measurement tools and sampling techniques to maintain healthy woods.

Build a BASIC SURVIVAL SHELTER • Construct a simple but effective sanctuary to keep you warm during a wilderness emergency.

Raising Miniature Zebu Cattle • Though small in size, these unique cattle are big in heart.

HOMEMADE MEALS IN A JAR • During your downtime, put up plenty of meals to get you through those hustling days on the farm.

RODENTS ON THE FARM • Rats and mice can be destructive. Here’s how to deal with an infestation and ward off future ones.

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