We’ve all seen those shows where people go out into the woods and find all sorts of things to eat. It looks pretty cool, right? Well, we decided to try our hand at foraging in California, and it turns out there’s a lot more out there than we thought. Forget the grocery store for a…
September is a fantastic time to get busy in the kitchen, isn’t it? The markets are still overflowing with late-summer goodness, and we’re thinking about how to keep those flavors around for the colder months. We love the idea of preserving our harvest, and there are so many ways to do it, not just with…
We’ve been exploring the amazing world of foraging right here in New York. It’s pretty incredible what you can find growing all around us, from tasty greens to plants that can help us feel better. It’s a great way to connect with nature and discover new flavors. We’ll walk you through how to get started,…
Spring is finally here, and for us beekeepers, that means it’s time to get serious about our hives. The weather’s getting nicer, the flowers are starting to pop, and our bees are waking up and getting busy. This is a super important time to check in on them, make sure they’re healthy, and give them…
We’ve been hearing a lot about fermented foods lately, and honestly, it sounds pretty cool. Turns out, making them at home isn’t as complicated as we thought. If you’re curious about fermentation for beginners, we’ve put together a list of simple recipes that we think anyone can try. It’s a great way to add some…
August is a fantastic time to get our harvest preserved. We’ve been busy in the garden, and now it’s time to make sure all that goodness lasts. This august preserving guide is all about making the most of our bounty, whether we’re canning, fermenting, or freezing. We want to share some of our favorite ways…
We’ve all seen it, right? That moment when the skies open up and the rain starts pouring down. Instead of just watching it, we thought, why not put that water to good use on our homestead? Collecting rainwater is a pretty smart move, not just for saving money, but for the environment too. It’s amazing…
October in Zone 7 is a busy time for us gardeners. We’re wrapping up the last bits of the growing season while also getting a head start on next year. It feels like a mix of saying goodbye to summer crops and planting seeds for the future. This zone 7 October gardening checklist will help…
Ohio’s landscape is full of plants we can eat, and we’re excited to show you how to find them. Learning about foraging ohio means discovering a natural pantry right in our backyard. We’ll cover everything from the first spring shoots to fall nuts, making sure you know what to look for and how to stay…
We’re all looking for ways to simplify our lives and keep more money in our pockets. It feels like things are always moving so fast, and the bills just keep coming. That’s why we’ve put together some simple living tips that can help us all slow down a bit and save some cash. These aren’t…
