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 142, ISSUE 4

ZOOMIES • Three calves once had the zoomies, Pursuing each other as if playing tag, Their mothers chasing after them, Scolding all the way.

FIELDS OF GOLDEN MEMORIES • Take a trip down memory lane with time-honored tales from our readers.

Beat the GARDEN BLUES • Tailoring your garden to your area is an acquired skill. Here are five ways to rebound when plans go awry.

SOUTHWEST POTLUCK DINNERS • Gather ’round and enjoy some delicious meals for large gatherings.

PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE GRIT COMMUNITY • Repurposed Treasures

Prevent Flystrike in Goats • Protect your herd from pests and pestilence in summer.

Finding a Farm Sitter • Enjoy your vacation to the fullest, knowing your homestead or farm is well looked after.

Fly-Fishing 101 • Explore a magical, meditative angling method.

GROW UP! • No space? No problem, when using hydroponic vertical-farming techniques for maximum yield.

Share-Milking a Cow • Provide fresh milk for both your newborn calf and your family.

Decoding the Crow • Here’s what your rooster is saying when he crows.

REPURPOSE FOOD SHIPPING CONTAINERS • Give new life to buckets and totes on the homestead.

READING WEATHER RADAR • Learn how to predict the weather for your area — no “weather frogs” needed.

Harmonious Honey Cocktails and Mocktails • Whether you’re savoring your honey harvest or looking to shake up your repertoire, sweeten the season with these “bee”-autiful drinks.

Filling in the Gaps • Match hardy plants to those tricky spots in your garden.

SURVIVAL BASICS FOR SAFE ADVENTURES • Complete these practical preparations to avoid hazardous hikes.

FOR THE LOVE OF BACON • Add some sizzle to your homestead.

GRIT RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS for Wiser Living

Roodoodle • Oh, the travails of vertical farming … where are we going to find this much bread and mayo?