Category: Homesteading

July On The Homestead
Gardening · Homesteading

July On The Homestead

Sarah

July was a scorcher on the island, and it was a busy month for us. We got so much done, for the prepping of this coming Fall, and as well next years garden beds. I capped the blueberry and golden raspberry beds, to ensure that the deer would not get in. Doesn't keep children out… Continue reading July On The Homestead

Becoming An Herbalist Mini Course
Essential Oils · Herbalism · Homeschooling · Homesteading

Becoming An Herbalist Mini Course

Sarah

Herbal Academy has opened up registration for a fabulous new course - a new mini course - that is free! The new Becoming An Herbalist Mini Course: Have you ever wondered about herbalism classes? This new mini course is open for registration from today (July 19th) till August 5th, and will start on August 6th… Continue reading Becoming An Herbalist Mini Course

The Newest Raised Bed
Gardening · Homesteading

The Newest Raised Bed

Sarah

When we were having the issue trees removed around our property, I pulled out a few for projects. We have an odd upper lawn section that I'd guess the previous owners used for nothing, but to mow it once in a while. It is where I planted rhubarb in the spring, and put in a… Continue reading The Newest Raised Bed

On The Farm In June
Gardening · Homesteading

On The Farm In June

Sarah

June was overall cool, with a few few warm days in the start. I am still learning how to deal with the micro-climate here on the island, and I am getting results finally. The start of June and my little garden pots barely going. The strawberry plants putzing along. My anemic looking tomato bed. Thyme… Continue reading On The Farm In June

Science On The Go
Homeschooling · Homesteading

Science On The Go

Sarah

In one of the overgrown forest sections on our land, we have spent the past few months opening it up. What was once dense, dark as night, with no breeze is now open, light and airy. We pulled up the tree branches to about 8 feet up and took out all the saplings free growing,… Continue reading Science On The Go