When Philip purchased the homestead at Kowalski Mountain in 2016 he was looking for a place he could hunt, work the land, build a home and live a life that he could be proud of. We’ve based our categories on those four topics. Browse a topic by selecting a category in the yellow box.
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Building
Building the homestead is no small task! Philip and I have built everything that you see, from the barn, the bathhouse, and even the RV canopy. Since we live in Florida, Kowalski Mountain is built-in Workcations. It’s amazing what we can accomplish when we set our mind to it. This section includes Building Projects and the projects that we work on during our Workcations.
Emergency Preparedness Guide For Your Unique Off-Grid Life
No matter where you live unexpected life events will affect you. Natural disasters, medical emergencies, power outages, unexpected job loss, and inclement weather affect us all! When it comes to emergency preparedness, off-grid living comes with its own set of challenges. In the event of a power outage, most people settle in and wait for…
Hunting
Hunting is one of Philip’s favorite past times. He works hard all year long preparing for the season. Planting food plots to create an oasis that the wildlife want to call home. We provide suitable resources to supplement the deer and manage the population. Philip is an accomplished hunter in both archery and rifle, we never worry about going hungry! For us, hunting is a big part of our self-sufficient lifestyle.
Best Venison Processing Tools for the Home Processor
Fall has finally come to the homestead and buck fever hits hard this time of year. Philip is an avid hunter and while he certainly scopes out the best bucks each year. Hunting on the homestead is not about trophies, it’s about filling our freezers with wild game. While using a local meat processor is…
Farming
Food security is probably the biggest reason people choose a homesteading lifestyle. At Kowalski Mountain, farming includes gardening, food preservation, raising animals for meat, and managing an apiary.
How to Properly Prepare Canning Jars: A Step-by-Step Guide
When it comes to home canning, properly preparing your jars is essential to ensure safe and successful food preservation. Whether you’re canning fruits or homemade jams, taking the time to properly clean, sterilize, and prepare your jars can make all the difference in preventing spoilage or contamination. Preparing your canning jars is simple and gives…
Living
Living a life full of adventure is important to us! We’re never bored on the homestead… too busy for that! This category is a hodgepodge of life! From projects on the homestead, family, and amazing discoveries right here on Kowalski Mountain.
Amazing Twist: It’s a Not-So-Traditional Black Forest Cake Recipe
Traditional black forest cake is a German dessert that gained popularity in the 1930s. Layers of chocolate cake, cherries, cherry brandy, and creamy whipped cream frosting make an impressive holiday dessert. While I am not a fan of cooked cherries, my not-so-traditional black forest cake recipe is a delicious and alcohol-free variation of this classic…
