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At Weekend Homesteaders, we embrace a sustainable lifestyle that balances the structure of the corporate nine-to-five with the freedom, fulfillment, and creativity of homesteading. Our mission is to inspire and guide you as you reduce costs, enhance self-sufficiency, and live more sustainably—all while creating income around your lifestyle.

Whether it’s growing your own food, raising chickens, or turning hobbies into meaningful supplemental income, we believe that small, intentional steps toward sustainability can lead to a richer, more rewarding life. Here, productivity meets passion as we share tips, tools, and experiences to help you achieve the perfect balance between modern work life and the joys of self-reliance.

For us, it’s about homesteading, chickens, and chainsaws—but for you, it might look entirely different. No matter your journey, we’re here to help you build a greener, simpler life that aligns with your goals, values, and dreams.

Join us and start building a life that’s greener, simpler, and full of purpose. 🌿✨

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Protecting Your Flock's Future
Professional Biosecurity Solutions for Backyard Chicken Keepers
Your backyard flock is unique, and they deserve protection designed specifically for them.

Key Benefits

🛡️ Expert Protection: Customized biosecurity plans for your unique setup

🏡 Site Assessment & Risk Analysis: Expert evaluation to identify threats and create protection strategies for your flock

📋 Clear Action Plans: Step-by-step implementation guidance

🤝 Ongoing Support: We're here for you beyond the initial consultation

Ready to find out more?

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Biosecurity: the practice of protecting your flock from diseases by preventing harmful germs, parasites, and viruses from entering their environment. It’s about keeping your birds safe, healthy, and thriving through simple, effective steps.

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BioSecure Backyard is a practical guide designed to help backyard chicken keepers protect their flocks from disease and health risks.

This easy-to-follow resource covers essential biosecurity practices, including prevention, containment, and response strategies, to keep your birds safe and thriving. Whether you're new to chickens or an experienced keeper, this guide provides actionable steps to create a healthier, more secure environment for your flock.

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"Treats for Little Beaks" is a comprehensive guide packed with delicious and nutritious treat recipes specifically designed for your chicks. This book includes step-by-step instructions for preparing various treats, nutritional information for each ingredient, and tips on how to introduce new foods to your flock. It covers using treats to socialize and bond with your chicks and provides a comprehensive list of safe foods. Perfect for both new and experienced chicken keepers, this book will help you spoil your feathered friends with wholesome treats they’ll love. Available on Amazon or buy directly from the author.

Looking to add to your flock? We can help. We are located in Lakeville, MA

Adding to your flock? We can help. We are a small breeder from Lakeville, MA and NPIP certified. Click here to learn more about our flock, the breeds we keep, ordering chicks, hatching eggs, and availability. And if you just like looking at cute chicks, here's our chick photo gallery.

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No matter who we are or where we come from, we all get the same 1,440 minutes in a day. The real question is: how do we use them? Are we putting those minutes to work, moving closer to the life we want, or are we letting them slip by without a second thought?
Time isn’t just something we have—it’s something we choose to invest, and every moment gives us a chance to build, grow, and focus on what truly matters. So, how will you spend yours?