Turn Your Suburban Backyard Into a Self-Reliant Homestead
Secure your family’s future with this practical, step-by-step course on growing food, securing water, and generating energy from your small suburban property.
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Food shortages, a failing supply chain, war ramping up around the world—what happens when the systems you rely on fail?
Maybe you’ve thought about growing your own food, harvesting your own water or generating your own energy. But moving out to the country to go fully off-grid just isn’t a realistic option for you.
If you’re frustrated with inflation, skyrocketing costs and the constant “what if” of an increasingly chaotic world, you’re not the only one.
Like you, I wanted to protect my family without uprooting our lives.
Several years ago, I was your average suburban dad, busy with work and family, uneasy about depending entirely on external systems.
I started small: emergency kits, food storage, and survival essentials. But soon I realized prepping basics were short-term solutions to long-term problems.
I wanted self-reliance. I needed a source of food and water and sustainable energy at my home—not just temporary supplies. But when I tried to piece it all together, it was frustratingly difficult. Conflicting advice, costly mistakes, and scattered projects left me overwhelmed and unsure about what to prioritize or how to make progress.
After years of trial and error I eventually found clear solutions that actually worked in my suburban backyard. I discovered that it is possible (and practical) to build a self-reliant homestead even in a typical suburban setting.
Here’s what I realized: You don’t need acres of land or endless resources. You just need a clear, realistic plan you can actually follow… where you already live.
You don’t need more land—you need the right plan.
A System That Works for Everyday People
At first, I believed real self-reliance required acres of land far from the city. But moving to the country just wasn’t realistic. And most of the advice I found? It didn’t fit my suburban reality.
The real issue wasn’t space. It was a lack of clear, practical guidance for an average-sized backyard.
Then I discovered the truth:
You can become genuinely self-reliant even on a typical suburban lot.
In fact, less than half an average American-sized yard (about 3,000 sq ft) can produce enough food for your family to thrive.
With clear, visual, step-by-step guidance, you can transform your backyard into a productive, self-sufficient space—faster and with less guesswork.
This suburban-friendly approach gave me the confidence I needed. And now I’m sharing it with you inside my new online course…
The only step-by-step course for turning your small suburban lot into a thriving off-grid homestead.
Most people wait until disaster strikes to realize how vulnerable they are. But self-sufficiency isn’t about fear, it’s about freedom
Imagine stepping outside to fresh food from your garden, knowing your water and power are secure, and having the skills to sustain your family—no matter what happens.
This course gives you the exact, step-by-step blueprint to turn your suburban backyard into a resilient, self-sufficient homestead—without breaking the bank or moving to an isolated property.
Real security comes from acknowledging the system might fail—and proactively building what you need, right where you are.
Equipped with a roadmap & guidance you’ll know where to start and how to reach your next survival phase, and get MUCH FURTHER ahead than where you are right now.
We’ll help you build your roadmap to self-sufficiency
Many people ask, ‘Where do I start? What should I prioritize?’ One student said, ‘I wish there was a 5-year plan… where we could build on our efforts each year.’
That’s exactly what this course provides—a clear roadmap to follow at your own pace and budget.
This course puts it all together in an easy step-by-step format.
- Location-specific planning tailored to your climate and neighborhood.
- Step-by-step structure with options that are flexible to your pace and budget.
- Clear priorities starting with essentials: growing food, harvesting water, and storing resources.
- Three distinct phases so you know exactly what to prioritize and get started on first.
- In-depth, organized videos covering food production, water management, solar power, and more.
Wherever You Are on Your Preparedness Journey, You’re in the Right Place
If you’re just getting started with self-sufficiency
This course will give you a clear roadmap to grow your own food, store essentials, and set up renewable energy—so you can start your journey to real independence.
If you’ve dabbled in gardening, food storage, or off-grid living but struggle to connect the dots
this course will show you how to bring everything together into a scalable, long-term system—so you can expand with confidence and efficiency.
And if you’re already deep into self-reliance
this course will help you fill in the missing pieces, refine your setup, and scale your homestead for full sustainability—giving you the ability to feed, power, and support your household for the long haul.
This isn’t just about emergency prepping—it’s about creating a lifestyle where your family is secure, no matter what.
See What's Inside
Phase 1: Foundations
Establish the essential systems that set the foundation for long-term self-sufficiency.
In this phase, you’ll design your space, start growing food, build healthy soil, and learn simple preservation methods—ensuring you save money and create a sustainable setup from day one.
Phase 1 Value: $500
Project 1: Planning & Layout
Assess your space, map out your setup, and lay the groundwork for your vision.
Project 2: Planting an Orchard
Get fruit trees started now—they take time to grow. Learn which varieties work best for your climate and how to care for them.
Project 3: Composting
for Healthy Soil
Reduce waste and create nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Simple composting methods that are better than store-bought options.
Project 4: Gardening Basics
Get started today by growing your food with buckets. Learn lighting, soil, and placement techniques.
Project 5: Food Preservation
& Storage
Keep food fresh longer with freezing, dehydrating, and shelf-stable storage techniques. Reduce waste and cut your grocery bill.
Phase 2: Expansion
Delivered to your inbox on June 1st, 2025
Expand your self-sufficiency by strengthening your home’s ability to withstand disruptions.
In this phase, you’ll build advanced skills in food production, water conservation, and energy independence while putting key resilience measures in place to protect your household for the long term.
Phase 2 Value: $500
Project 6: Preparing for
the Unknown
Disaster-proof your home with emergency checklists, bug-out bag essentials, and practical survival strategies.
Project 7: Outdoor Gardening
& Pest Control
Plan, plant, and maintain a thriving garden. Learn irrigation, fertilization, and natural pest control techniques.
Project 8: Rainwater Harvesting
Collect and store rainwater for gardening and backup use. Step-by-step setup for efficient water conservation.
Project 9: Advanced Food Preservation
Master canning, fermentation, and long-term food storage techniques to keep food safe and fresh.
Project 10: Renewable Energy - Solar Basics
Understand power consumption and set up a basic solar system. Learn whether DIY or buying a solar generator is right for you.
Phase 3: Independence
Delivered to your inbox on July 1st, 2025
Take full control of your food, energy, and long-term sustainability.
In this phase, you’ll expand food production with livestock and advanced indoor growing, master long-term preservation methods, and explore whole-home renewable energy—building a truly independent and resilient lifestyle.
Phase 3 Value: $400
Project 11: Raising
Chickens for Eggs
Everything you need to know about keeping chickens—coops, feeding, egg production, and legal considerations.
Project 12: Expanding
Indoor Gardening
Grow even more food indoors with hydroponics, aeroponics, and vertical grow towers.
Project 13: Advanced Food Preservation & Storage
Freeze-drying, pantry organization and the best methods for long-term food storage.
Project 14: Whole Home
Renewable Energy
Is a full solar setup right for you? Learn how to evaluate your power needs and make an informed investment.
Plus Bonus Resources to Help You Stay Organized
- Project checklists, notes, and links
- Home security & OPSEC strategies
- Emergency preparedness guides
Value: $199
Total Value: $1,499
(Special Early Bird Discount on Now - See Pricing Below)
This Course Is For You If…
- You want practical, achievable strategies tailored specifically to suburban properties, including options that can work even if your HOA or neighborhood has restrictions
- You’re ready to begin now, even if small, building your skills gradually and affordably without massive upfront costs
- You prefer clear, visual, step-by-step guidance, even if you’ve never grown a single vegetable or completed a DIY project before
- You have limited free time & resources and need realistic solutions that you can implement steadily over months or years, not overnight
- You want peace of mind and long-term security, knowing your home is becoming more resilient and your family less dependent on unreliable systems
- You value learning skills that will serve your long-term like efficient gardening, water collection and safe food storage– all skills that take years to master and will serve you far into the future
- You see the value in building self-reliance before it becomes an urgent necessity—not after an emergency forces your hand.
This Course Is NOT For You If…
- You’re looking for quick fixes or overnight results. Self-sufficiency takes consistent effort over time; this course is about realistic, sustainable progress—not instant solutions.
- You’re unwilling or unable to put in physical effort or prefer not to engage in hands-on tasks, gardening, or practical home projects—even simple ones.
- You’re not ready to make a financial investment in your long-term self-sufficiency. While the course emphasizes affordable and scalable projects, building resilience does require investing in tools, resources, and your education.
- Your primary focus is short-term disaster preparedness only. This course emphasizes sustainable, long-term self-reliance and resilience, not just short-term emergency supplies or quick-fix prepping.
- You want to rely solely on free resources like DIY videos or blogs. This course is specifically for those who want to increase their self-sufficiency skills now—not those still deciding if they need it.
The sooner you start, the more prepared and confident you’ll be when it matters most.
You could spend months—or years—watching DIY videos, reading books, and sifting through conflicting advice, only to find yourself overwhelmed, unsure where to start, and constantly second-guessing if you’re doing it right.
DIY videos teach useful skills, but they're scattered, lack structure and not built to work as a system—there's no clear roadmap connecting topics like gardening, rainwater collection, and solar power.
Books can teach valuable concepts, but they rarely provide enough examples to help you to adapt the instructions to your unique location.
You might have watched various homesteader videos sharing their techniques, but when it comes to applying them in your own backyard, you’re left wondering what actually works for your space and climate.
Instead of making steady progress, you end up jumping from project to project, with no real strategy for the short-term and long-term.
There is so much gained by watching progress in action which is what the Suburban Prepper’s Homestead is all about.
This course cuts through ALL the fear, noise & misleading info
Giving you a complete, step-by-step plan to build real self-sufficiency—without
- wasted time,
- costly mistakes, or
- the frustration of trial and error
Instead of just giving you information, we’ll walk you through exactly what to do, when to do it, and how to scale your efforts over time starting with focused projects that you can work on one-by-one.
And when you start now you will gain valuable and essential skills before you actually need them, instead of trying to figure it all out when it’s too late.
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What People Are Saying
Hey, I’m Kris!
I’ve been involved with emergency preparedness for nearly 30 years, including humanitarian work in impoverished areas of Mexico and Afghanistan.
From all this exposure I knew how good I had it and also how quickly things can change so I embarked upon a multiyear journey to create my own preparedness plan so I could feel confident taking care of myself and my family here in Southern California.
Over the last several years I’ve been blessed to have more than 1m subscribers on YouTube, and have helped over 3000 students learn more about self-reliance.
This has given me a unique view into how challenging it can be to prepare during these uncertain times.
I created The City Prepping Community to foster a tight-knit community of people that are inspired to become more self-sufficient, safe and secure.
Our goal is to help 10,000 people get prepared by 2030. We call it the 2030 Initiative and would love to have you join us in our mission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. My HOA or city has strict regulations about solar panels, chickens, or homesteading projects. Can I still benefit from this course?
Absolutely. The course offers multiple project options and adaptable strategies specifically designed for suburban areas, so you can choose what fits your local guidelines. Even if you can’t raise chickens or install large solar arrays, you’ll find plenty of alternatives that build self-sufficiency within your limits.
2. What if my local climate or conditions aren't ideal for gardening or certain projects?
This course teaches flexible gardening methods and multiple approaches that can adapt to various climates and conditions. You’ll learn exactly how to adjust your gardening, water collection, and energy projects to suit your local environment.
3. I’d love to take this course, but my family or spouse isn’t fully on board. What can I do?
It’s common for families to have mixed enthusiasm initially. The course is structured to let you start small, demonstrate quick wins, and gradually build support and excitement. You’ll be able to clearly show your family the benefits at each step—making it easier to gain their buy-in.
4. How is this course different from your other offers, like the Preppers Roadmap or City Prepping Community?
Great question! The Preppers Roadmap covers foundational prepping skills and essentials, while the City Prepping Community focuses on ongoing motivation, advanced prepping skills, and connecting with others. Suburban Backyard Homestead is specifically designed as the next-level course that shows you exactly how to transform your suburban property into a truly self-sufficient homestead, step-by-step, beyond basic prepping.
5. Couldn't I just learn all this from your free YouTube videos or other DIY sources online?
While you’ll find valuable content online (including our own videos!), the difference is that this course provides a structured, clear roadmap with step-by-step projects organized in a logical order. You’ll avoid scattered advice and the frustration of trying to piece random content together yourself. You’ll have clear priorities, checklists, and a systematic path forward.
6. How much ongoing support is provided if I get stuck or have questions during the course?
The course includes detailed, practical instructional videos, downloadable project checklists, troubleshooting guides, and links to helpful resources. While direct personalized coaching isn’t provided, we’ve made every effort to clearly answer common questions within the course content itself, so you’ll never feel lost about your next steps. Additionally, there’s a dedicated section inside the City Prepping Community exclusively for Suburban Backyard Homestead students, where you can connect, share progress, and gain encouragement from others building their suburban homesteads alongside you.
Note: If you’re not already a City Prepping Community member, be sure to add community access to your order at checkout, so you don’t miss out on this valuable support.
7. Will this require a huge investment upfront?
No—one of the best things about this course is that it’s specifically designed to help you start small and gradually scale your efforts. The projects are arranged in logical phases, beginning with affordable, simple steps. Over time, your investments in tools or materials will pay off significantly, often saving money on groceries, energy bills, and more. We will include options to match your pace and budget.
8. What if I have physical limitations or health issues—will I still be able to complete this course?
Yes, absolutely. The projects in the course vary widely in intensity and can easily be adjusted or scaled down to match your physical ability or comfort level. You’ll find low-impact gardening methods, accessible preservation projects, and simple solutions that you can implement without heavy lifting or strenuous activity.
9. How quickly can I realistically start seeing results?
You’ll see your first results very soon—many Phase 1 projects deliver tangible results within weeks, such as your first harvest or reduced grocery costs. Other projects (like fruit trees or solar power) take longer but offer significant long-term benefits. The course ensures you see continuous, steady progress, keeping you motivated and clearly on track.
10. When will I get access to all the materials?
You’ll get immediate access to all of the Phase 1 projects as soon as you sign up—these are the essential starting points. Phase 2 will be released on June 1, 2025, and Phase 3 will follow on July 1, 2025. We’ve prioritized the most time-sensitive and foundational projects first, so you can start making progress right away.
Here’s what's inside:
- Phase 1 – Foundations: 5 individual projects to help you properly plan out your suburban homestead (Value $500)
- Phase 2 – Expansion: 5 individual projects to help you properly plan and create the foundations of your suburban homestead – available June 1, 2025 (Value $500)
- Phase 3 – Independence: 4 individual projects to help you properly plan and create the foundations of your suburban homestead – available July 1, 2025 (Value $400)
- BONUS RESOURCES:
✔️ Project checklists, notes, and links
✔️ Home security & OPSEC strategies
✔️ Emergency preparedness guides (Value $99)
Total Value: $1,499
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The Suburban Prepper's Homestead Course
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The truth is … we’re just getting started.
What we’ve built so far is just the foundation. My long-term goal at City Prepping is to help you create a fully self-sufficient homestead over the next five years, one realistic, proven project at a time.
Here are just a few of the upcoming projects I plan to share in future phases:
If you're ready to go all-in and walk this path with me, I'm inviting you to become a VIP Insider.
As a VIP, you’ll get:
- Immediate access to Phase 1 (with Phases 2 and 3 released over the next two months)
- Lifetime access to all future Suburban Prepper’s Homestead projects – over 30+ planned to help you achieve true independence
- Practical projects you can scale over time to fit your space, climate, and budget
- Ongoing updates, new releases, and deeper strategies to build lasting, real-world resilience
- A front-row seat as we move toward long-term self-sufficiency, together
This full roadmap would be valued at over $5,000
The Suburban Prepper's Homestead Course + Lifetime Access
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