Homestead Rescue

It wasn't my plan to watch this. Now I've just binged watched 5 hours of this unexpectedly. I love what they do for these families even if some of it is exaggerated. Although I would not homestead, I try to live a more self-sufficient lifestyle. That's what drew me into the show. It provides watchers with a lot of ideas, reusing materials and providing knowledge.

I truly like The Raneys...and having lived in Alaska, I get them...plus their off-grid philosophy. However...the drama as a part of every episode is silly. From the "I'm not sure if this homestead can be saved..." to "oh Dad...that tree almost fell on you, I was so scared!" Please...contrived...so contrived.

Some of their "off-grid" folks are frustrating to me. They call on the Raneys to help...then either resist the help or whine about the changes taking place. Such babies!!

Overall, I enjoy the show...Matt is my fav...such a kind-hearted man. Misty is lovely and such a garden knowledgeable gal. Dad is dad...big ego, but sense of humor and a love for what he does.

I love this show !!! I've been in construction for over 35 years. Ingenious ideas and Master problem solvers. It's not easy to work in the conditions and with limited tools and supplies. Well done Marty, Misty And Matt.

This show is a really great watch! I have been binging every episode (including the rescue series for the Raneys 40 acres in Alaska) and I just adore everyone on this show. Are the homesteaders particularly unprepared and, um, not smart? Yes, but with the number of people who fail at homesteading every year, I can't imagine there are not real people out there like this. And to need a rescue, you have to be in a lot of trouble, right?

As for people who are bashing Marty for his unbuttoned white shirts... whatever. Get over yourselves. It's his style and he likes it. Period. I think he looks ruggedly handsome.

Every reality show has its exaggerated drama. It's why people watch a reality show. If you think its unrealistic, then quite obviously you are missing the entire point and the "reality" genre is not for you.

There is a lot of knowledge and experience on this show. My son and I are planning to set up a farmstead in the near future and there is a lot we have learned from this show.

Thank you Raneys! Keep up the excellent work!

On the recent episode.from S11 E3 they got one thing terribly wrong for that young family which was the door to a storm shelter should NEVER open outwards because if debris fall against the door they would be trapped inside.

The door should always open inward so you can at least have a chance to clear any blockage.

I was not all that surprised that Mr. Raney got that small detail wrong but happily with a skilled handyman that fix can be made and heck even improve on the entrance all together so the family can gain entry faster if the time arrives to need the shelter.

Great job otherwise and will always be a loyal fan.