The Best Homesteading Shows on Television

March 9, 2023

The Best Homesteading Shows on Television

Written By:

Jeremy Stevens

Homesteading is growing in popularity. Learning self-sufficiency, sustainability, and a deeper connection to the land is vital. It’s no wonder that this lifestyle has made its way to network TV. There are a growing amount of shows featuring people who have decided to live off grid or pursue a self-sustaining lifestyle. These shows can be more than your typical passive entertainment — you can use the inspiration here to launch you into your own homesteading journey. Or maybe you need the motivation to take that next step. Regardless of where you are in your journey, it’s very helpful to see what other people have done and how they have done it — and then go do it yourself! If you’re interested in homesteading and want to learn more about the lifestyle and its challenges, here are the top TV shows about homesteading that you should check out.

Best Homesteading Shows on Television

Alaska: The Last Frontier — on Discovery Channel: With 11 seasons already filmed, this show is a staple for homestead-interested viewers. Travel to the remote wilderness of Alaska, where a family lives off the land and works to survive in one of the harshest environments on earth. The show description says it all: “Four generations of Kilchers live off the land that Yule and Ruth Kilcher homesteaded outside Homer, Alaska over 80 years ago. The family resides on over 640 acres of the Alaskan wilderness, living off the resources the land provides. They must hunt, garden, gather, raise livestock and work as a family in order to survive Alaska’s uncontrollable elements.” Click here to learn more.

Mountain Men — on History Channel: Get ready to see how several men live off the land in remote, mountainous areas of the United States. These men hunt, fish, and harvest their own food while facing the challenges of living in some of the harshest environments in the country. There are 11 seasons worth of surviving in intense conditions that will inspire and challenge you. Learn more about the show here.

THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM: chronicles the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland and a dream to harvest in harmony with nature.
Through dogged perseverance and embracing the opportunity provided by nature’s conflicts, the Chester’s unlock and uncover a biodiverse design for living that exists far beyond their farm, its seasons, and our wildest imagination. More about the show here.

Building Off the Grid on Discovery Channel — Visit some of the most remote locations in the United States, where adventurous families are building their own homesteads and living off the land. From solar-powered homes to self-sustaining gardens, you’ll appreciate the ingenuity and determination of those who have chosen to live a self-sufficient lifestyle. Learn more here!

Barnwood Builders on the Magnolia Network — Follow a team of craftsmen who salvage and rebuild old barns and cabins, turning them into unique and beautiful homes. This show is not specifically about homesteading, but it does show how people are reclaiming and repurposing old structures to create their own homes on the land. The Magnolia network has a number of other excellent programs to tune into, you can learn more about the network and their offerings right here.

Welcome to My Farm — on the American Public Network: Join host Lisa Steele, New England’s very own backyard chicken keeper and Master Gardener, as she welcomes viewers to her farm in the woods of Maine, where she and her husband live with a mixed flock of chickens, ducks and geese, a corgi and a barn cat. In WELCOME TO MY FARM, Lisa shares a glimpse into her country lifestyle – cooking and DIYing her way from the coop and garden to the kitchen. . Learn more about the show here!

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, practical advice, or just entertainment, these shows offer something for everyone who is interested in the homesteading lifestyle. If you’re a fan of homesteading and want to learn more bout the lifestyle, be sure to check out these shows and learn more about the challenges and rewards of living off the land.

March 9, 2023

Jeremy Stevens

Lifestyle, News

Jeremy Stevens

Jeremy Stevens is the editor-in-chief of Homestead Living magazine. He lives with his wife and three daughters in St. Paul, MN. He’s taken the first small step toward homesteading by planting a small garden and hopes to add some chickens to their world soon.

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Paula Derflinger

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9/15/2023 10:08 PM

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My Annual Edition 001 surpasses my expectations! It’s beautiful, educational, loaded with amazing articles and has an amazing list of heavy-hitter writers and contributors who are experienced and knowledgeable homesteaders! May I buy more for gifts for my homesteading friends? Paula Derflinger

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  10/23/2023 4:55 PM
  
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  Hi Paula!
  
  Felicity here on the Homestead Living team. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Annual Edition! Yes, you may absolutely buy more as gifts. 🙂 If you need help with that, please email our team at he***@*************ng.com and we’ll be glad to help.
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9/25/2023 8:04 PM

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I would add Ranch to Table (Elizabeth Poett) on Discovery+ to this list – her family ranch is amazing and I love how she cooks with ingredients from her garden

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  Felicity Fields
  
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  10/23/2023 4:55 PM
  
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  Awesome recommendation, FarmGal. Thank you!
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Joanie L. Brewster

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9/29/2023 6:16 PM

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I love this… so perfect for the times! I am 83 (going on 53 ????) and hope I can offer something along the way! Joanie in Ohio

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  Felicity Fields
  
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  10/23/2023 4:57 PM
  
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  “83 going on 53” – I love that, Joan. I’m sure you know all kinds of things to offer others. Thanks for being part of our community!