Need Advice on Homestead Rescue application

I need advice on how to successfully request a Homestead Rescue.

I’m really struggling and drowning in setbacks trying to get a permaculture going on my property. I’d be more patient but (#1) my uphill neighbor is talking about commandeering utility easement weed control for his poorly managed acre adjacent to mine and forcing me against the clock. I don’t know what impact this is going to have on my homegrown food forest, livestock, personal health, and prospects of an organic certification. #2 I’ve had to house my 4 genesis chickens in my van as it’s unreliable. #3 I’m unable to control predators on my property until it’s fenced and I’m lacking the resources at this point.

I’m hoping some aid and public pressure can change this course from disaster.

Hi Vanessa,
That is a rough place to be in, and I hope you can get it all sorted out. Homestead Rescue aside, I would try to be realistic. It sounds like you are there alone, and there is only so much that a single person can do. Biting off more than we can chew is not good for the physical and mental health of anyone. Sometimes it is better to set aside some goals in order to work on your physical health, and then circle back around later on.

Specific to the Homestead Rescue (I'm assuming you mean the TV show), just be honest. Explain that you honestly need help. TV Shows are about money. They may do good things, but they want to make money. And in a show like that, they want it to be interesting. So an interesting place or an interesting story are essential. Do not make anything up, but if there are dangers that they can exaggerate or personal struggles that they can exaggerate... put those in. It might help. Those exaggerations are the format for that style show.

I am sorry that you are struggling from your neighbors weed control.

I am not understanding what it is about the application that you need help with.  Maybe posting the question that you are having trouble with might help.

By the way, for folks that don't know what Homestead Rescue is it is a cable TV Show on Animal Planet.

Usually, when I try to watch Homestead Rescue I have already seen that episode except for last night.

Your van story reminds me of last night's episode.

The homesteader was afraid to get chickens due to something killing their neighbor's chickens, about 20.

Misty found a boat for $20 to turn into a chickenhouse.  

The solution for predator control was a large area with a fence that was completely enclosed.  No opening anywhere not even from the sky view.

Enough rambling, let us know how you need help with the application.

Anne Miller wrote:I am sorry that you are struggling from your neighbors weed control.

I am not understanding what it is about the application that you need help with.  Maybe posting the question that you are having trouble with might help.

By the way, for folks that don't know what Homestead Rescue is it is a cable TV Show on Animal Planet.

Usually, when I try to watch Homestead Rescue I have already seen that episode except for last night.

Your van story reminds me of last night's episode.

The homesteader was afraid to get chickens due to something killing their neighbor's chickens, about 20.

Misty found a boat for $20 to turn into a chickenhouse.  

The solution for predator control was a large area with a fence that was completely enclosed.  No opening anywhere not even from the sky view.

Enough rambling, let us know how you need help with the application.

I think I’m going to submit a short video introduction and overview accompanied with a typed-out email covering my goals and points of concern. I think my concerns are prime for the dramatization that’s important to television productions: predator attacks, neighbor conflicts, vehicle breakdowns, and setbacks.

I’m hoping my application format and points covered are compelling enough for a response from Homestead Rescue.

I see.

My advice would be the more drama the merrier.

Matt McSpadden wrote:Hi Vanessa,
That is a rough place to be in, and I hope you can get it all sorted out. Homestead Rescue aside, I would try to be realistic. It sounds like you are there alone, and there is only so much that a single person can do. Biting off more than we can chew is not good for the physical and mental health of anyone. Sometimes it is better to set aside some goals in order to work on your physical health, and then circle back around later on.  

I get it. I’ve been through worse, though, tbh. My chickens do keep me going and we have a routine. It would be better for everyone, though, if I could get my fencing up and give them their own dedicated outdoor space. As things are now I stay in town and supervise my chickens outside time at local parks. So my free time is tied up with them. I don’t want to keep them inside my van any more than necessary.

I could keep going but why keep putting it off? So I get more workouts? That doesn’t make much sense to me because the sooner I get help for and things situated on my property the sooner I’ll have more time for myself by not needing to attend to my chickens so much 🐓🐓🐓🐓

Permies is not connected to that show nor do we allow tv production companies to use this platform to recruit.

https://permies.com/t/66625/policy-television-production-companies