Homesteading in Georgia Changed My Life!

[@maxinegarland3524]

I can hear it in your voice that you are Free and Enjoy Living and not just existing. Thanks for your service and live life to the fullest!!

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you! I've come a long way on this journey and I'm definitely in a peaceful place!

[@jamesmock2109]

​@@saltydawghomesteadAre You Going To Eat That Turkey 🦃 For Thanksgiving

[@saltydawghomestead]

@ Yes, both turkeys in here with the chickens are for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I have three more turkeys that will be the turkeys I keep and have them lay and hatch eggs for future years.

[@jamesmock2109]

@@saltydawghomestead I'm farming myself but growing many things but no animals yet because I'm in within city 🏙️ 🌆 limits this is inspiring enjoy the Turkey 🦃 enjoy retirement

[@sterlinghanover2997]

Man that Turkey stole the show. He is something else. Thanks for sharing.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@sterlinghanover2997 He sure did didn’t he! Hahaha! Thanks for watching!

[@RunawayRv]

Exactly 💯😅 the turkey made a great co host

[@Smerzone]

The turkey knew he was styling too lol

[@b.robins7305]

New Follower: Thank you for sharing. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in GA. and I approve of this message. I wish you well.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@b.robins7305 Thank you so much!!! I appreciate you watching and especially for your comment! 🙏🏽

[@RunawayRv]

Congratulations on your sobriety!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@RunawayRv Thank you! 1,466 days and counting!

[@RunawayRv]

@@saltydawghomestead man fa sho. God is good. The Most High has blessed you for another chance at life brotha. Keep the faith and stay strong

[@johnrosier1686]

This video kept coming up in my feed so I finally clicked on it. Thanks for your military service, have a Happy Veterans Day, and keep up the good on your homestead. I really enjoyed hearing your story.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@johnrosier1686 Thank you! I appreciate you watching and for your comment! 🙏🏽

[@LenardMountainHomestead]

Thanks for sitting down with us and telling us about your homestead and your life journey. Your turkey is cute. Have a wonderful week buddy

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@oradeancardwell2416]

Enjoyed watching. Thank you for your Service.

[@TheworldofTino]

I’m in Georgia too . I’m so happy for you 💕I love those birds

[@jessiekimmins4757]

Sir, thank you for your service. You don't know just how much I enjoyed you video. Also I love raising chickens. Can't anymore. Love hearing the story about you life. So refreshing and real. Would like to see more of your videos. God bless you.

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you so much for your comment and for watching! I’m really glad you enjoyed it! 🙏🏽

[@mentaltoughness6365]

Thank you for your service brother I'm a U.S Army Veteran myself 3ID Dog Face Soldier

[@BlindedByFaith]

I moved to Georgia from Detroit one year ago with my 7 children. We currently reside in Covington. My goal is to start my own homestead. I would love more information. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@lchristmas65]

Hi neighbor, I'm in South Fulton area.

[@TheworldofTino]

I’m in Breman Ga.

[@TheworldofTino]

@@lchristmas65hey neighbor Breman ga👀

[@TheworldofTino]

I’m a retired Chef, I would love to purchase some food from you for my family. Where is the roadside?

[@TheworldofTino]

You remind me of my step dad 😂👀

[@rootsrocksfeathers1975]

Congrats on making the transition to full time. It's my happy place, for sure. My husband is a retired Air Force Msgt, disabled, 25 years service. Thank you for your service. We have been homesteading for 22 years. I did monetize for awhile, however, it brought me more scrutiny from the KZbin Overlords so I told them to shove it and quit. You have a lot of roosters in there, see some blue laced red Wyandottes, always beautiful. I've raised rare breed and heritage line chickens for 20 of our 22 years here, the joy of my life. When the GA Dept of Ag gets into your barnyard, they ruin everything, IMO. Self sufficiency is the enemy of government, always will be. I used to sell eggs out of my car when we had about 50 layers, used to ship hatching eggs around the country, but we are slowly downsizing, about half that now, too difficult to manage for my husband, who is 71 now. I am in great health because of our lifestyle, eating almost exclusively animal protein and fats, but I ain't no spring chicken, either. Best of luck to you~Cynthia, North Georgia Mountains

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you so much Cynthia! And thank your husband for his service! I absolutely agree with you. Govt really messes up things quite a bit! Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

[@rootsrocksfeathers1975]

@@saltydawghomestead 😊

[@reneekoffeeatwood3386]

Great conversation! I felt like I was sitting and talking to you with a cold lemonade! Im in GA also and will be eating my food not selling them❤

[@rapgamecastro4028]

1:55 he said he went cold turkey and the turkey looked right at him 😂😂😂 I’m gonna be u sir. Me and my hogs and hens with just 1 rooster 💯💯💯

[@boohdahbless]

Welcome to GA. My father did 27 years in the army we've settled here in SE Georgia . We've been here over 30 years. It's a beautiful state with great people. Keep living and enjoying your life brother 🙏🏽

[@thelatterrain5437]

Thank you for your humility. This video blessed me. Thank you for your service and sharing victory with sobriety!!!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@thelatterrain5437 Thank you!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@1loveshonuff]

Thank you for sharing your journey. Your turkey wasn’t letting up off that camera time😊

[@bakersherri]

That turkey is beautiful, I loved watching it

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you!

[@cbwhitedove]

Thanks for sharing. I Like your mindset on homesteading! KEEP GOING, DONT QUIT, THE PEACE IT BRINGS IS SO WORTH THE WORK!!

[@alicegray11]

Enjoy your new life style,love that Turkey. Thank You for your service!

[@pdyoung67]

Thank you for your service. Also thank you for sitting down and talking to us about your journey.

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you for watching and for your kind words! I really appreciate it.

[@pdyoung67]

@@saltydawghomestead you're welcome.

[@momoftwins8440]

I counted over 20+ poultry businesses in GA. I'll bet that's the reason the state clamped down on profitable homesteading. The businesses don't want the competition Too bad. You'll have to think of another way. I grew up in a rural area & the community enjoyed roadside vegetable stands, buying fresh fish someone caught, eating raised chickens, pigs, etc.

[@Mr44magnum0706]

Bought 10 acres and plan on a small homesteading operation here in MI. I watch farming and homestead videos around the world. Another poultry farmer in GA was talking about the same issues. He believe big Ag bought GA politicians. I would still look into a few government programs you might take advantage of like tax cuts etc. Anyway good luck.

[@phyliciajones9696]

No government assistance, stay away from tht

[@tuesdayschild7899]

I grew up in south GA & now live in the north GA mountains. I made a living at flea marts for 42 years. I have seen farm folks sell live birds there & tons of others selling veggies. Must have been profitable because they were there every weekend. Even if you don't get rich, it will get your name out there. And that is key! Thank you for your service & wishing you get success & peace!

[@sargentking2436]

Salute fellow Veteran Thank You For Your Service!!!

[@karenamcelwee4710]

I’m glad you found what makes you happy

[@yvettelattimore6883]

God bless you and thank you for your service. Army strong ! Hooah ! 🪖

[@Pryorsavage]

Congratulations brother on being sober. I been sober for 8 years it feels great.can we see your place were you live

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@Pryorsavage Thanks brother and heck yeah! 8 years! I’m half way there! 1488 days and counting!

[@HoodsteadFarms]

Love this. Let's keep our world going ❤.

[@sallycomstock6611]

Hello from NW Ga! Thank you so much for your service first of all. When you have your stand up and running please let us all know so we can come buy your veggies!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@sallycomstock6611 I sure will! Thank you for watching! 🙏🏽

[@ReneeRoss-y5h]

Thank you for your service. I pray for your continued peace. I'm hoping to meet a like-minded man to learn and grow with.

[@nursetamee]

Funny thumbnail "Let's talk..." (turkey underneath) I can't across your channel by mistake but listened to your entire video. Very vulnerable to open up and share. There are other men that could learn from that. You might consider doing videos that are more tutorial, sharing your successes and failures on your homestead... you tube watchers love that 💩. God bless and good luck!✌️

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@nursetamee Let’s talk Turkey! Hahaha! I love it! Thanks for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it!

[@donniehopkins5679]

Thank you for your service. Just came across your channel. I like your honesty and your personality. Glad you have found your peace. God Bless!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@donniehopkins5679 Thank you for your comment and for watching! 🙏🏽

[@ourbrownfarmhouse]

Thank you for your service 🫡 & thank you for sharing your story & walking us all through how you arrived at your plan for the future ❤🙏🏾

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@ourbrownfarmhouse Thanks for watching! 🙏🏽 I just checked out your channel and I’m looking forward to watching your videos as well!

[@brooksrose7881]

I really enjoyed hearing your story and admire your journey. I appreciate how self reflective you are. Not too many people have the courage or discipline to honestly assess themselves and then actually make changes. Congratulations!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@brooksrose7881 Thank you! Self reflection and being honest with ourselves is the key! It wasn’t until I was truly honest with myself and how my actions were a detriment to my life, that I truly began to heal! Thank you for you comment and for watching! 🙏🏽

[@joannc147]

Gosh - you’ve made a poignant observation there!

[@deeperthings205]

You living that dream life, thank you for your service sir, I appreciate your videos

[@shanedarrell2250]

Hello thank you for your service to our country. I enjoyed your video it is a shame that we are so regulated about what we can and cannot do on our own property these days it makes things very difficult for the small farmers and local people.

[@mollygardens6646]

I’m in east central Georgia. Thank you for your service.

[@dashawndeloach7670]

Brother, thanks for sharing everything. I'm an Army veteran as well and and I'm located near the Augusta, GA area. We need to link up because I want to live a similar lifestyle. Please get back with me! Beautiful turkey! 💪 Be blessed!

[@BernadeanWoodhouse]

Enjoyed listening to you talking about your experience homesteading. Keep up the good work!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@BernadeanWoodhouse Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@crazyticktock6851]

As a fellow Vet, thank you for sharing your story. You are inspirational. Thank you for your service.

[@grandacres427]

Enjoyed your perspective..... thanks and Blessings from Bama -

[@EDuncan-oq9bw]

Beautiful setting,

[@Liz-ub8kn]

We appreciate your love for honest hard work , you got our respect

[@soblezz]

Good luck with the homestead

[@WillBill1966]

Great chat man! Holy cow 20 years bro?! I salute you Sir! 🫡 That is no small thing👍 Love your farm, I’m trying to do the same but you are waaay ahead of where I’m at. Keep going you’re quite the inspiration!✌️😎👍

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@WillBill1966 Thank you brother!!! Your comments motivate me! 🙏🏽

[@frostqueenbee9123]

Just crossed your channel and I'm here for good. Your coop chat was appreciated and those chickens and turkey were so quiet. Continue doing what's best for you.

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you so much. I truly appreciate it! 🙏🏽

[@toniturner8557]

It would be nice if you contacted several restaurants in the area and sell directly to them, make sure you keep the gardens pumping out goods, leave no ground unproductive. I grow for my family and have small livestock here in Nashville. Glad you mellowed out and found your relaxing place.

[@Msnailfly]

I keep looking around college grove. Wanting to move and try out a small homestead life for me and my children

[@suedavis4467]

Thank you for your services 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@jkaiser169]

Hello, I just came across your KZbin video, and I wanted to chime in. I totally understand and can relate to everything you said. Especially about the angry part. I want to thank you for your service and for this video. My wife have a small piece of property that we homestead on up here in the Northeast. We have a roadside farmstand that we sell fresh eggs and vegetables furing harvest season. I absolutely love it. We are part-time homesteaders and looking to eventually move south in the near future for a life that suits us better. I wish you all the best with all your plans. Again thank you for the video. I'm now subscribed and will be following your adventure.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@jkaiser169 Thank you so much! I’m always glad to hear that I’m not in this alone! Thanks for watching and for your comment! 🙏🏽

[@beverleyweatherall9573]

Wishing you all the best. ❤

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@beverleyweatherall9573 Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@samanthawright7488]

I truly understand the feeling. I started gardening and it was the best thing I could have done for me. Homesteading is definitely in my near future. Thanks for sharing

[@cbwhitedove]

And THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!!

[@ventpipe55]

Thanks for inviting us in to hear your story. Best of luck young man!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@ventpipe55 Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@nickwing8938]

I hear that some people are getting around this by giving a class on butchering and supply the meat to butcher. The students keep the meat.

[@saltydawghomestead]

Yes, I've seen that. I'll definitely look into that to find out the ins and outs of it. Thanks for the idea.

[@lasonyaluther3553]

Congratulations🎉🎉Thank you for sharing this was so true all you shared. It is the same in Iowa also. You spoke truth.

[@Black-ig6vh]

❤ I am also a (woman) veteran, who recently moved to GA, and want to start homesteading. I put a greenhouse on my ball court, and grow on my porch. Would love to start rabbit and chicken 💃🏾

[@stepsformorehouse7198]

Thank you for your service and the heart share! Glad you found your peace. May The Lord continue to bless you ❤

[@chriscain1003]

Keep on keeping on

[@djblackruss]

Same bro When I got out I was angry all the time. The VA helped a bunch. Good stuff bro

[@robertnunn8998]

You have peace my brother, love to come visit you, thinking about leaving the city. Thanks for your service.🇺🇸

[@David-kd5mf]

I wish you success with roadside stand. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@leytonfortnite4724]

Your story is important thanks for sharing!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@leytonfortnite4724 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TexasQuailstead]

I appreciate this level of transparency. Fellow veteran here... didn't quite make it to 20 years though. I started with quail and I now have chicken and rabbits as well as a big garden

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you for watching and thanks for your service! I'll be checking out your channel as well!

[@MRRIntel]

Greetings from Houston County Ga!

[@malissiajones7761]

Thank you for your service. Much respect.

[@thecommunityofpeace6905]

God bless you brother. I pray for your continued healing and blessings. Your story blessed me.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@thecommunityofpeace6905 Thank you! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@stephenkarla7113]

Welcome to Georgia! I'm in the CSRA part of Ga. Thanks for the video. Thanks for your service.

[@tblessed313]

God bless you, brother.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@tblessed313 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@rhondamoffit6490]

Thank you for sharing a little of your journey! My husband is retired from the military too and we’re looking to own land very soon!!!

[@anthonydigiulio8010]

Ty for sharing & info Good luck

[@tonymcclendon-hobbytime7727]

Welcome to the Homestead Community. Thanks for your service. You got a new sub.

[@Msnailfly]

Thank you for your service. Best of luck in your new journey.

[@toneyjohnson8910]

Welcome to Georgia, Thank you for your service.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@toneyjohnson8910 Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@veronicabell1738]

Nice video. Be happy growing meat for yourself! That is an accomplishment by itself. ❤ Glad you were able to stop the alcohol. Enjoy gardening. Ive had my hands in the dirt growing for 20 years. Gardening is mentally healthy. Enjoy❤

[@StillWatersRanch]

Thank you so much for your service and for sharing your life with us. I admire the honesty about reaching out and getting help. It takes so much strength to get help, make huge changes in your life, and then be honest in sharing it. My husband is an Army Vet and we definitely need more people sharing like you are! Really excited to be a follower and continue to watch where your journey takes you.

[@RunawayRv]

New subscriber supporting my fellow content creators. Good to see a brother living the real life!!!

[@AlCampbell-y7u]

Thank you my brother! Good info

[@elaineb3215]

I enjoyed the video and listening to your story. Being happy and doing things you love makes all the difference in the world. The turkey is so cute and I love the colors in his feathers. Take care.

[@stevelangston2359]

Thanks for being so open. Glad you finally came to place peace and fulfillment.

[@TheIndecisiveWigWearer]

Good to find you here! My friend, Cynthia @ Roots Rocks & Feathers told me about your channel. We used to sell veggies at the small local farmers market. We are a law enforcement/ military family. Thank you for your service. My oldest son retired USMC in NC about 3 years ago. You have some beautiful birds there! The government has made life hard on small famers trying to make a home biz with animals. -Rachel, NE Ga.

[@saltydawghomestead]

Hello, and thank you for watching! I spent a little time in NC when I was in the Marines Corps as well. I was at Camp Lejeune/Camp Geiger for a while! The good old days...lol. I also definitely back the blue! I know how tough of a job they have. Well, thanks for your comment and enjoy the rest of your day!

[@chezhelene2409]

Your turkey is a ham, love him! Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@Jamie-b2e]

Appreciate you sharing. You gave me a lot of ideas.

[@AlmostaGreenAcre-zs5eu]

Best wishes to you on your future endeavors 🙂Full watch.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@AlmostaGreenAcre-zs5eu Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@larrypeacock4021]

I loved the honest conversation and the chickens and turkey. The savings on growing your own food deserves mentioning as well for retired folks good video I would like to see more

[@thewriter726]

Thanks for sharing. I'm looking forward to seeing your harvest.😊

[@focusandprosper6747]

Yes man.. Garden quality raised in the sun fruit and veggies is the way. And in Georgia people are in need of Real nutritional foods. I myself would like to find a farmer who raises clean greens. There's a demand to be catered to. Much love to ya ..

[@bryonsview]

Thanks for sharing ! Love hearing how you escaped the matrix! I just subscribed. Best of luck to you.

[@allthingznatural5592]

Thank you for your service in the military! 💯❤️ These are the best channels to watch when someone is humble and just be yourself and talk. Your channel will go much further than you realize. You have a lot to offer the youth believe it or not. Keep those videos coming? ❤️ 🤔

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you so much!!!! This is such an inspirational comment. I truly appreciate it! Thanks for watching and thanks for your kind words!

[@hiimsenpai]

Thank you for this video seriously. Love seeing my skinfolk homesteading and talking about the process/benefits of it. I am from Dallas Tx and plan on homesteading within 3-4 years. Keep going and motivating the younger generation sir!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@hiimsenpai I appreciate it brother! Thanks for watching and for your great comment!

[@FoothillsofAppalachia-nj6cq]

Hello friend.that’s a pretty turkey. He’s nice and calm, behaving himself! I live in North Georgia.

[@Butterfly-jt6cr]

So happy for you! Love the homestead...

[@timothybernhard2478]

Great video, inspiring to those of us who would like to do what you are doing. Definitely liked watching the birds. Best wishes!

[@saltydawghomestead]

Thank you!!!!!

[@lindachandler2293]

I'm happy for you.

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@lindachandler2293 Thank you!

[@TheChaplainsCircle]

That is one huge and gorgeous turkey!

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@TheChaplainsCircle Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@TheChaplainsCircle]

@@saltydawghomestead you’re welcome. So grateful for your service and your videos. I don’t have friends other than my dogs and chickens so I’ll be on your channel for sure. God bless! 😊

[@tanzaniawilliams4379]

Thank you kindly for this video. I don't know how or when but I need this kind of set up.Ty once again, oh this is my first time viewing👍🏾

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@tanzaniawilliams4379 Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it!

[@chaddbusmc1]

this made my day! thanks again!

[@jayallen6335]

Thank you for the info, I really do appreciate it, I live in North Georgia mountains, thinking about my next move, this helps keep up the good videos🙏🙏

[@m.l4620]

Thanks for the information bro congratulations on your homestead and your sobriety ❤❤❤ homestead is my next goal this has been so educational!! Thanks again brother God bless you and your family 🙏🏽❤

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@m.l4620 Thanks bro! I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@scottamaral5073]

Thank you for your service!!

[@terryburton8072]

Just found your channel. I wish you all the best and I'll be tuning in. I appreciate your service to our country. Take care and stay safe. 🐓🦃

[@saltydawghomestead]

@@terryburton8072 Thank you and I appreciate you watching! 🙏🏽

[@Jamie-b2e]

I'm in Oklahoma. We have chickens for eggs. Just started meat chickens. We can raise what we want in the rural area. Not sure on the regulations for saling. I do it as a hobby and to feed my family. I'd like to have a couple pigs and goats for cream and butter. We have a small garden. Plan to go larger each year. I enjoy my country life. It's definitely a different culture.