We are The Canny Couple, a small homestead family in rural Southwest Virginia. We work every day on being more self-reliant by living a frugal homestead lifestyle. We live a simple debt free lifestyle. We are reaching our goal of self-sufficiency by reducing our costs, merging frugality, homesteading, traditional skills, and modern enhancements to our everyday life. We hope you will join us as we continue to forge our homestead, where we work hard, live simple and enjoy life.
About Aaron: Aaron is very passionate about the old ways. He strives to use manual tools and basic processes, moving to a sustainable lifestyle. Aaron is always looking at ways to improve his skills, becoming a better farmer, homesteader, and husband. Aaron received his degree in Accounting, but he is very passionate about the land and self sustainability.
About Julia: Julia’s first priority is to provide for her family. She strives to have a thriving garden and home life, sharing her passion for life and learning with others. Her goal is to have as little impact on the natural world as possible while having a large harvest. Julia received her degree in History and is focused on her family and helping others through her and Aaron’s adventures.