b'I hear from many of you who are dreaming of life on a homestead, but you are currently living in the suburbs.\\xa0 While it can be discouraging to search and wait for that dream property, there is so much you can do in the backyard of your neighborhood lot.\\xa0 Join me in listening to Katie\\u2019s story about making the most of where you are.\\xa0 Katie now helps other homestead dreamers begin their homesteading endeavors no matter how small their property.\\n\\nIn this episode, we cover:\\n\\n\\n \\nHow Katie began homesteading using only her balcony\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nWhy beekeeping should be the gateway venture for homesteaders\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nGetting started raising meat rabbits in your backyard\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nA cost breakdown for raising meat rabbits\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nAn argument for being involved in the raising and processing of the meat you consume\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nWhat benefit is there to keeping bees on your homestead?\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nIssues to watch out for in your bee hives\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nNavigating hive swarming and splitting\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nHow much honey do beehives produce?\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nIs beekeeping safe?\\xa0 How often do you get stung?\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nHow to get plugged in to your local beekeeping community and find a mentor\\n\\n\\n\\n \\nAll about the helpful resource Katie has created to help you get started with beekeeping\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.\\n\\nThank you to our sponsors!\\n\\nToups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com\\n\\nFree 5 Day Blog Challenge | Visit bit.ly/5dayblogchallenge\\n\\nRESOURCES MENTIONED\\n\\nThe Ultimate Guide to Backyard Beekeeping\\n\\nCONNECT\\n\\nKatie Brandt of Sweetgum Spot | Website | Instagram | TikTok\\n\\nLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest\\n\\nJoin us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!'