A big, practical homestead book from a couple who say they have lived off-grid for 40 years. Best as an idea book for gardening, water, food storage and small backyard projects. Ignore the “they want to ban this book” style of the sales page.
What you get
- A plan to grow food on about 1,000 sq ft per person, scaled from a quarter-acre layout.
- Step-by-step guides: a year-round greenhouse, rainwater collection, a soil test and food storage without a fridge.
- A chapter on a small solar and battery power system for a home or cabin.
- Three digital bonuses: The Aquaponic Gardener, DIY projects from the 1900s, and where free land can still be found in the US.
What to be careful about
- The sales page uses fear headlines (“they’re trying to ban this book”). We found no evidence of that.
- Customer numbers like “16,489+ Americans” are not independently checked.
- Shipping is extra on the print edition. Check the total on the order form.
- Solar, battery and well work can need permits or a licensed electrician where you live.
Good fit if
You have a yard or small plot and want one book that covers food, water, storage and basic power projects.
Skip it if
You live in an apartment with no outdoor space, or you only want detailed plans for one project.
Inside the book
Images supplied by the authors on the official sales page.
Refunds and payment
The Self-Sufficient Backyard is sold through ClickBank, a US online retailer. Your payment, receipt and refund request go through ClickBank. The sales page offers a 60 days money-back guarantee; keep your receipt email, which has the refund link. Ask about shipping costs before you request a refund on the print edition.
How we reviewed it
We read the full sales page, the order options and the refund terms, and compared the offer with free homesteading resources. We have not built every project in it. If you bought it, tell us how it went and we will update this review.