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Hey ya’ll, I’m Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you’ll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could…
Cabbage…..The Original Brassica! What a perfect fall crop to showcase some no-till, no-dig, regenerative, permaculture practices right in our very own backyards! Cabbage is super easy to grow, no different than cauliflower or broccoli or kale! Give it some space, plant 6 weeks before first fall frost, pH neutral soil that is rich in organic…
Why did my pet chicken poop in the nesting box? Find out in today’s episode of Al’s Homestead! Shop our Teespring store and support the show: https://teespring.com/stores/als-homestead Check out our website: https://maplehillfarmchann.wixsite.com/homestead Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maplehillchickens/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Maple-Hill-Farm-2168919243206387/?modal=admin_todo_tour And read our homesteading blog: https://homesteadingchickens.wordpress.com/ Any links may be affiliate links.
It has been quite the year! From having no idea we were going to be making any changes and planning our summer garden at the old house, to buying a farm, making steps towards being farmers, and renovating our barn. Looking back over all the footage we had from the year I couldn’t help but…
Today I want to speak to those of you still in the waiting stage of your homestead dream. I want to encourage you to dream, and to embrace the goal for your life now by partnering with it to the fullest. Here are a handful of skills I encourage you to hone now, and things…
Today, I’m talking to you, beginner gardener! You may have a desire to start growing food but feel very overwhelmed at the onset of learning how to garden. So today I’m speaking to those of you who do not have garden experience and assuring you that you CAN grow food and that there are NO…
My opinion is that cast iron is a staple in every farmhouse kitchen, and today I’m here to tell you why! Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefuge/ My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith These are affiliate links to Amazon. When you shop…
This video VLOG gives an acreage and channel update of the tasks needed to be done and our vision for Self Sufficient Me on our organic permaculture homestead. Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfsufficientme Help support the Channel and buy a T-shirt/Merchandise from our Spreadshirt shop: https://goo.gl/ygrXwU Shop on Amazon for plants: https://bit.ly/2yRFNGQ Shop for plants…
Learn practical yet extraordinary information on how to create your own independent farmstead from husband and wife farmers and authors, Shawn and Beth Dougherty. They offer in depth information on their 30 years of experience growing soil, biodiversity and nutrient dense food with grass-fed animals and intensive pasture management. They share their inspiring journey to…
Come to Tennessee on May 5th & 6th, 2018 at Tennessee Tech University for an amazing Homesteading & Historical Educational weekend event! MORE BELOW! ~ The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference Info: ~ *TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-appalachian-homesteading-conference-tickets-39735848994 ~ Conference Facebook HERE: goo.gl/bGJuqS **Welcome to the 3rd annual 2018 Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference! We are excited to have…
There’s a new farm kitten on the block. You will adore her! Welcome Miss Mia! xo SHOW MORE BELOW! Be sure to check out… ~ Patara’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~ The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference Info: ~ *TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-appalachian-homesteading-conference-tickets-39735848994 ~ Conference Facebook HERE:goo.gl/bGJuqS _____________________________________________ Books I Love Dearly! ~ Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens: http://amzn.to/2Ccqk6a…
We homestead & homeschool with no regrets! Many folks ask about my style or how we do it? This is a big topic, so let’s chat it up! Thanks for watching! xo ~ Patara’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~ The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference Info: TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-appalachian-homesteading-conference-tickets-39735848994 ~ Conference Facebook HERE:goo.gl/bGJuqS _____________________________________________ ~ Magicfly Incubator: http://amzn.to/2iCgD5N…
Time to introduce sweet babies to their flock! Come along! xo ~ Patara’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~ The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference Info: ~ TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-appalachian-homesteading-conference-tickets-39735848994 ~ Conference Facebook HERE:goo.gl/bGJuqS _____________________________________________ ~ Magicfly Incubator: http://amzn.to/2iCgD5N ~ Magicfly Egg Candler:http://amzn.to/2jwaqqd ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Brewer’s Yeast: http://amzn.to/2knqAX8 MORE Items we use & recommend! ~…
Boy, are you going to love this recipe and a double batch no less! Be sure to snag this awesome piece of Lodge Cast Iron! It meets so many needs on our homestead! Let’s bake some biscuits, y’all! ~Thanks for watching! xo ~ Patreon Party: https://www.patreon.com/user _____________________________________________ ~ Lodge Baking & Pizza Pan: http://amzn.to/2y48goy ~…
And the award for the best forager goes to… And they are great Chickens for Children! Enjoy! xoxo ~Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU _____________________________________________ ~The Walker Sisters Book HERE:http://amzn.to/2i0trEu ~The Complete Tightwad Gazette: http://amzn.to/2k14ys2 ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Freshener Spray Vid: https://goo.gl/pEVGHv MORE Items we use & recommend!…
A taste of Patreon! ~Know the truth. Predator issues can be a make or break situation for your homestead. xo ~ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~ Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU _____________________________________________ ~ Magicfly Incubator: http://amzn.to/2iCgD5N ~ Magicfly Egg Candler:http://amzn.to/2jwaqqd ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Brewer’s Yeast: http://amzn.to/2knqAX8 MORE Items we use &…
What are my thoughts on a Master Gardening Program? Here we go! Enjoy! xoxo ~Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU _____________________________________________ Thank you for all the love and support! xo Like, Sub, Comment & Share! ~The Walker Sisters Book HERE:http://amzn.to/2i0trEu ~The Complete Tightwad Gazette: http://amzn.to/2k14ys2 ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~…
Who are YOU and what is YOUR mission? ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU _____________________________________________ Thank you for all the love and support! xo Like, Sub, Comment & Share! ~The Walker Sisters Book HERE:http://amzn.to/2i0trEu ~The Complete Tightwad Gazette: http://amzn.to/2k14ys2 ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Freshener Spray Vid: https://goo.gl/pEVGHv MORE Items we use…
Where is she? ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU _____________________________________________ Thank you for all the love and support! xo Like, Sub, Comment & Share! ~The Walker Sisters Book HERE:http://amzn.to/2i0trEu ~The Complete Tightwad Gazette: http://amzn.to/2k14ys2 ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Freshener Spray Vid: https://goo.gl/pEVGHv MORE Items we use & recommend! ~ Dr. Bronner’s…
And here it is! It is critical that people understand the reality of homesteading. We take you on a journey of truth. This is why I pulled and reposted my video on Miss Belle. ~Thank you for all the love and support! xo Like, Sub, Comment & Share! ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE:…
There are 7 billion people in the world, not everyone can live on an off grid large land homestead. Instead, Ian and Serina offer some ideas on how urban homesteading can provide the answer to creating more livable and sustainable cities. Join us as we talk about some of our ideas on why you should…
I have been blessed with more grapes than you can shake a stick at! It’s time to can because I can! Here is how I make this beautiful grape juice! Anyone can do it! Thank you for all the love and support! xo Like, Sub, Comment & Share! Ball Complete Guide to Home Preserving: http://amzn.to/2wqIbm1…
Waste not, want not! Learning to use and stretch all of your resources should now be considered a valuable skill to learn and practice. It is a lost art. Knowing how to trade and barter will certainly pull you through a tough time. Just ask Granny! Amen. Thank you for all the love and support!…
Thank you for all the wonderful prayers and comments! Thank you for loving our farm like you do! Here is a brief update and prayers for a very special mom & homesteader! Be sure to check out her new channel here on Youtube and send her some LOVE and Subscribe!!! Enjoy & thanks for watching!…
Enjoy exploring the cabin and residence of The Walker Sisters with us! This is a story of how 5 women refused to sell their property when The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was established. They are remembered for living their life without the conveniences of modern times-making their clothes, working their fields and preserving their…
Why the big NO-NO? Simple. Here is a tip in keeping your home canned goods safe! Always do your research on appropriate canning techniques and for proper storage! Canning is a great skill set for self-sustainability! Just be safe about it! That’s the goal! Safety first! Enjoy & thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe, Comment…
Hard times? I’m not really sure we know what that is in comparison to the pressures of our Great-Great-Grandparents. But! Let’s talk about it and how we can keep our heads clear. Just what do we do when the harvests and homestead isn’t like we are used to or like we want? Let’s chat it…
Holy cow! I have a huge request for my egg sale this week! I have the best customers but, can we do it? ~Hey, moms!! Let’s also discuss how you can have a successful farm and home-based business! You can do it, too! Let’s chat it up! xo Enjoy & thanks for watching! xo Like,…
Why that boxed stuff? This is just as easy and SO much tastier and better for you! Let’s do it! Enjoy & thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe & RING THAT BELL! ~Appalachia’s Homestead Premium Members Facebook Group HERE: https://goo.gl/LF5CAU ~The Complete Tightwad Gazette: http://amzn.to/2k14ys2 ~ Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder: http://amzn.to/2mLqrwI ~ Magicfly Egg Candler:http://amzn.to/2jwaqqd *afflink…
Nothing like gorgeous blooms and colorful pollinators in your very own garden. Here are old and new favorites from my favorite seed company… Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company! I know you will be happy when adding these selections to your garden! Let’s chat it up! xo Enjoy & thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe &…
