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-Sufficient Kids

Knife Safety for Kids: Ultimate Guide to Their Safety

Since knives have been around since the beginning and are not going anywhere anytime soon, it is smart to teach knife safety to your kids.

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Self-Sufficient Kids

The Best Activities for First Aid for Kids

Learn how to teach first aid and CPR to your kids with these fun activities kids love and with toys you may already have!

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Self-Sufficient Kids

How to Teach Self-Sufficiency Skills to Kids: Prepare Them Now

Discover how to teach self-sufficiency skills to your kids and teach them how to be self-sufficient now before a disaster strikes.

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Vegetable Garden Projects

Best Survival Seed Vaults to Stockpile for a Crisis

Plan for the best survival outcome during or after a crisis with the best survival seed vaults to stockpile for a crisis.

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Bread Making

How to Make the Best White Bread Recipe for Beginners

This easy and delicious step-by-step tutorial teaches how to make the best white bread recipe for beginners.

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Bread Making

How to Make Artisan Bread

Discover how easy it is to make your very own delicious artisan bread with my easy-to-follow recipe tutorial!

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Vegetable Garden Projects

Square Foot Garden: The Easy Way To Plan Yours

Learn how to plan and grow a square foot garden the easy way with tips and a free square foot garden printable planner!

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Self-Sufficiency

Wood Burning Stoves for Off Grid Survival: My Top 5: This Is What Preppers Do

Be prepared for winter power outages by investing in a great wood-burning stove with multiple functions for heating and cooking.

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Farmacy

16 Best Medicinal Herbs to Grow in Your Garden Now

Learn about the 16 best medicinal herbs to grow in your garden and what benefits they have for your health.

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