The Roaming Homesteaders

Welcome to The Roaming Homesteaders!

We’re Jacob and Wendy, on a 16-year journey of modern homesteading. From building chicken coops and canning foods to gardening, weaving, and sewing, we embrace the highs and lows of self-sufficiency and sustainable living.

Jacob’s roots run deep in Appalachia, shaped by childhood visits to his grandmother’s farm in Virginia and time spent in North Carolina. As a graduate of the Appalachian School of Law, he’s passionate about community service and rural development, including raising awareness for Hurricane Helene recovery.

After homesteading in the suburbs, we’re hoping to build our own homestead soon. We believe anyone, anywhere, can embrace this lifestyle, and we’re here to inspire you.

Join us as we explore faith, family, farm life, and Jacob’s love for songwriting. Together, we’ll work toward a self-sufficient future and share the joys and struggles of homesteading.

Let’s grow together!

— Jacob and Wendy, The Roaming Homesteaders