Gardening in January
jsmith
January 15, 2020
Summer may seem far away, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait for warmer weather to start planning your garden. Here are a few ways to get gardening now.
Intentional Living
What’s Happening on the Homestead: Fantastic Fall Flowers
Karen Geiser
September 24, 2019
Fall is here, which means on our homestead, there are some beautiful fall flowers in bloom! Learn more about what my family and I have been up to this month.
Managing Life as a Homesteader
Sarah Kroger
August 30, 2019
There’s a lot to balance when homesteading. One local homesteader shares what she learned from 2019 Country Living Workshop speaker Stacy Lyn Harris.
What’s Happening on the Homestead: Sunflowers and Sunshine!
Karen Geiser
July 26, 2019
This month has been a hot one on the homestead with sunshine and sunflowers. Catch up with local homesteader Karen and discover pickling and solar cooking.
What’s Happening On The Homestead: The Battle In The Garden
Karen Geiser
June 28, 2019
Here in Ohio, June is the month where we win or lose the battle against weeds in our garden. Organic mulching is one technique we use to make weeding easier.
What’s Happening on the Homestead: Fresh Rhubarb and Baby Chicks
Karen Geiser
May 20, 2019
What’s happening on the homestead this month? Baby chicks, rhubarb and more! Local homesteader Karen Geiser shares what her and her family have been up to.
Ways to Simplify Your Life – Part Two
Glenda Lehman Ervin
January 21, 2019
Learn how to live a more satisfying, sustainable life with Glenda Lehman Ervin’s tips. She’ll help you simplify and focus on what’s most important.
Splitting Wood By Hand
Patrick Gilliam
November 17, 2018
You don’t need noisy, smelly chainsaws for splitting wood. Axe expert Patrick Gilliam shares how he splits wood by hand and finds enjoyment in his work.
Backpacking for Beginners: Part One
Jennie Gold
October 12, 2018
Jennie from Lehman’s is prepping for her first backpacking trip. Learn about her story and the tips she has for newbies like her.
Sustainable Living At College
AllisonErvin
September 27, 2018
Sustainable living is possible, even in small spaces. Learn tips and tricks from Allison Ervin who is living sustainably while in college.
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