Why is urban homesteading spreading like wildfire?
Besides the fact that the average human could catch, transport and reestablish a colony of wild bees in a Denver backyard, the most surprising thing about urban homesteading has been the interesting mix of people attracted to the practice, says Sizemore. “You have your liberals, but we also have close ties with far-right Libertarians, who are interested in gun ownership and how to butcher meat.” Sizemore thinks the growing interest in urban homesteading comes from a number of merging factors. “The economic situation was a catalyst,” he says. “But there are also underlying issues coming to light because of food recalls, the rising cost of food and a renewed interest in eating food grown close to home.” Do try this at home If you, like an increasing number of Americans, are interested in starting to homestead (urban or otherwise), Sizemore offers up some tips from a guy who two years ago was just as uninitiated as you: • Start with a garden. Learn to grow food first. You’ll get frustrate
