New Whole Earth Reference Library · Practical Skills
Description: A homesteading and sustainable-living magazine publishing free how-to articles on gardening, renewable energy, food preservation, and DIY building, alongside a paid membership tier with video workshops and print issues. Published by Ogden Publications, it’s been in print since 1970.
Why it matters: One of the longest-running sources of practical homesteading advice in the U.S., with a large archive of free articles covering nearly every self-reliance skill.
Strengths: Decades of accumulated practical content; free articles cover a wide range of topics; membership option for readers who want more.
Limitations: Free articles are heavily interwoven with the Ogden Publications store, so pages are often surrounded by product promotions and upsells.
Link: Mother Earth News
Cost: Free & Paid
Note: The free articles alone are worth digging through — no need to pay unless you want the video library or print magazine.
Search the Reference Library: New resources are added regularly. If this library is useful to you, consider a paid subscription. It helps us keep building it—more tools, more resources, and more practical knowledge every day.
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