Author name: mindyannbrown

Hi! I’m Mindy, known as The Off Grid Barefoot Girl. I’m passionate about living simply, sustainably, and self-sufficiently — one barefoot step at a time! After years of embracing an off-grid lifestyle, I love sharing practical tips, heartfelt stories, and easy-to-follow guides to help you thrive whether you’re dreaming of homesteading, prepping, or just a more independent way of living. Join me as I explore everything from gardening and food preservation to solar power and natural living. Here’s to freedom, resilience, and cozy barefoot days!

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Self-Sufficiency

How to Winterize Your Home: Prepare for Jack Frost’s Wrath!

Get your home ready to withstand the challenges of the cold season with these important tasks and discover how to winterize your home now.

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Prep Your Pantry

How to Do 25 Days of Christmas Cookies: Great for Cookie Exchange!

Embark on a fun 25 days of Christmas cookies challange, which is an absolute blast and perfect for a cookie exchange party!

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Self-Sufficiency

Proven Hacks to Make Your Christmas Tree Survive

Do these essential steps to make your Christmas tree survive and maintain its beauty until the last day of the holiday season!

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Vegetable Garden Projects

How to Use the Hand Twist Claw Tiller: Tackling Tough Soil

Gain the knowledge and confidence to effectively utilize the Hand Twist Claw Tiller and achieve successful results in your garden.

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Vegetable Garden Projects

How to Plan a Vegetable Garden: Expert Green Thumb Tips!

Plan a vegetable garden with these expert green thumb tips to grow a bountiful and thriving vegetable garden!

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Vegetable Garden Projects

How to Winterize Your Vegetable Garden: Step-by-Step Checklist

Do these necessary tasks and techniques to effectively winterize your vegetable garden for a successful growing season ahead.

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Bird Watching

The Best Seedhead Plants for Birds

Explore the importance of how seedhead plants for birds can provide food and shelter for our feathered friends.

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Bird Watching

How to Winterize Your Bird Bath: Best Ice-Busting Techniques

Do these best ice-busting techniques to winterize your bird bath and keep it functional and accessible throughout the winter months.

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Backyard Orchard

All About Apple Trees: Ultimate Guide

Learn all about apple trees in this ultimate guide discussing how to grow apple trees and the various ways to use apple fruit.

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