Free Homestead planner pack

If you have a homestead, then projects and upkeep lists are something you are probably familiar with. It can also be overwhelming with all that needs to be done. This FREE Homestead Planner Pack is exactly what you need to help.

This is one of those homesteading tips that revolve around planning in a way that will keep you on track and, more importantly, on budget.

Homestead planner pack

Planning and budgeting for projects and upkeep on a homestead is essential for any successful homesteader. It not only helps to keep things organized and on track, but it also ensures that you stay within your budget. Over the years, I have learned some great tips that helped us streamline our annual plans. This turned into a routine that is now a planner! The same planner we use year after year.

You can get your free planner below, but before you do, keep reading for our step-by-step approach to planning and prepping so you stay on track and on budget.

What is an example of homesteading?

An example of homesteading is when individuals or families live off the land as much as they can. It also includes working to become more self-sufficient by growing their own food, raising animals, and utilizing sustainable practices.

Homesteading Projects:

  • Gardening
  • Preserving food
  • Raising livestock
  • Building structures
  • Maintaining equipment

Homesteaders also typically strive to reduce their reliance on modern conveniences and live a simpler, more self-sufficient lifestyle.

a shovel and fresh bedding in a barn with a wheelbarrow full of soiled hay in the front

How can the Homestead Planner Pack help?

The Homestead Planner Pack is a free planning tool designed specifically for homesteaders. It includes various templates and worksheets that will help you stay organized and on track with your homesteading projects and budget.

Here are some ways the Homestead Planner Pack can assist you:

  • Project Planning: The planner pack includes project planning templates that allow you to break down your projects into smaller, manageable tasks. This will help you stay on track and ensure that everything gets done within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Budgeting: One of the most important aspects of homesteading is staying within budget. The Homestead Planner Pack includes budgeting worksheets that will help you keep track of your expenses and make sure you’re not overspending.
  • Efficiency: Monthly pages help you to spread out your projects throughout the year so you are not overwhelmed.
  • Monthly Overview: These pages help you to budget the money and supplies you need for each project, allowing you to prepare your supplies before you begin working.

Don’t forget to grab your Free Homestead Planner Pack below!

Monthly Homestead Project Examples

If you are not sure what projects do well in certain months, this list of examples will help. Start here and use it as inspiration to help create your own annual project plan.

January

  • Finalize plans for the year ahead. Be sure to work with your family calendar so you coordinate your projects in the best months.
  • Organize and declutter your homestead workspace.
  • Plan and start seedlings for spring planting.
  • Routinely inspect barns, coops, and buildings, looking for leaks and infestations.

February

  • Build or repair any necessary structures, such as chicken coops or rabbit hutches.
  • Begin planning your garden layout for the upcoming growing season. Be sure to reference your hardiness zone so you can schedule out plantings in the correct months.
  • Do body condition inspections of your livestock to ensure everyone is handling the winter months.

March

  • Inspect your compost area and mix if needed.
  • Start prepping your garden beds and planting cold-hardy crops like onions.
  • Set up a rainwater harvesting system if you haven’t already.
  • If the weather permits, clean out any animal shelters.

April

  • Plant cool-weather crops like peas, carrots, and radishes.
  • Build trellises for climbing plants like beans and cucumbers.
  • Clean and organize your feed room.
  • If the weather permits, clean out any animal shelters.
  • Inspect your fenced-in areas and make repairs as needed.

May

  • Start your warm season crops like tomatoes, peppers, and squash.
  • Begin planning for preserving excess produce through canning or freezing.
  • Clean and organize your gardening area or garden shed.
  • Finish cleaning out any livestock shelters.
a man on a ladder hanging a fan in a barn

June

  • Harvest early crops and continue to plant warm-season plants.
  • Build or repair any necessary animal shelters.
  • Trim the fence line and look for any issues.

July

  • Start planning for fall and winter crops like root vegetables and greens.
  • Begin preserving excess produce through canning or freezing.
  • Do body condition inspections of your livestock to ensure everyone is handling the summer months.
  • Trim the fence line and look for any issues.

August

  • Harvest summer crops and start prepping garden beds for fall planting.
  • Prepare animals for cooler temperatures and winter care.
  • Trim the fence line and look for any issues.

September

  • Plant fall crops like kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts.
  • Begin planning for holiday gifts using homemade products from your homestead.
  • Plant garlic if the time is right in your area.
  • Clean up any garden areas that are done for the year.

October

  • Harvest fall crops and continue to prep garden beds for winter.
  • Start preparing any necessary structures or equipment for the upcoming winter season.
  • Plant garlic if the time is right in your area.
  • Continue cleaning out any garden areas that are done for the year.

Homesteading Books we Love:

The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner: What to Do & When to Do It in the Garden, Orchard, Barn, Pasture & Equipment ShedThe Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner: What to Do & When to Do It in the Garden, Orchard, Barn, Pasture & Equipment ShedThe Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner: What to Do & When to Do It in the Garden, Orchard, Barn, Pasture & Equipment ShedBall Complete Book of Home PreservingBall Complete Book of Home PreservingBall Complete Book of Home Preserving40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead: A Hands-on, Step-by-Step Sustainable-Living Guide (Creative Homeowner) Fences, Chicken Coops, Sheds, Gardening, and More for Becoming Self-Sufficient40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead: A Hands-on, Step-by-Step Sustainable-Living Guide (Creative Homeowner) Fences, Chicken Coops, Sheds, Gardening, and More for Becoming Self-Sufficient40 Projects for Building Your Backyard Homestead: A Hands-on, Step-by-Step Sustainable-Living Guide (Creative Homeowner) Fences, Chicken Coops, Sheds, Gardening, and More for Becoming Self-SufficientThe Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It YourselfThe Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It YourselfThe Encyclopedia of Country Living, 50th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It YourselfThe Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals: Choose the Best Breeds for Small-Space Farming, Produce Your Own Grass-Fed Meat, Gather Fresh ... Rabbits, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Cattle, & BeesThe Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals: Choose the Best Breeds for Small-Space Farming, Produce Your Own Grass-Fed Meat, Gather Fresh … Rabbits, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Cattle, & BeesThe Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals: Choose the Best Breeds for Small-Space Farming, Produce Your Own Grass-Fed Meat, Gather Fresh ... Rabbits, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, Cattle, & BeesThe Family Garden Plan: Grow a Year's Worth of Sustainable and Healthy FoodThe Family Garden Plan: Grow a Year’s Worth of Sustainable and Healthy FoodThe Family Garden Plan: Grow a Year's Worth of Sustainable and Healthy Food

 

November

  • Finish up fall cleanup of pastures and gardens.
  • Finish up shelter and coop preparations for winter.
  • Begin planning for next year’s homesteading goals and projects.

December

  • Reflect on the past year and celebrate your accomplishments.
  • Start planning and preparing for the upcoming growing season, including ordering seeds and making any necessary improvements to your homestead.

Overall, each month on the homestead brings new tasks and opportunities to learn. By implementing these monthly tasks and staying organized, you can have a successful and productive homesteading experience. The Homestead Planner Pack will help to keep you on track, giving you the most productive year on your homestead.

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