Sanding a bow. Creating seashell jewelry. Making coals with a bow drill. Those are just a few of the things my kids have been up to this week, at Between the Rivers. What Is Between the Rivers? Between the Rivers is a gathering focusing on primitive skills for … [Read more...]
My Milking Routine for 2017 & the Farm’s New Addition
I've been anxiously awaiting the birth of our calves for about a month. I expected them in March, and the first one just arrived today. While I was beginning to doubt that my cows would ever have a baby, the wait time did give me time to think through my milking routine for this … [Read more...]
Dealing with Mud on the Homestead
Spring is here! And on the homestead, at least on our homestead, it brings an abundance of mud. With my crew of little ones eager to spend time outside after a winter indoors, much of that mud has made its way indoors. Here are somethings I've learned about dealing with all … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Surviving Farm Chores in Freezing Weather
It's cold out there! Here at the farm, we're definitely dealing with freezing weather. It makes all of the farm chores take longer. And makes them less enjoyable. Because I'd much rather stay close to the fire than traipse through the freezing cold. But, the farm chores … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Keep Toddlers Safe on the Farm
If you've been a reader for long, you know I absolutely love living here on Grouse Creek Farm! The whole family benefits from fresh air, we get plenty of interaction with nature, and there's always something fun to do. But, living out here does have some risks for young kids. … [Read more...]
Putting up the Harvest: Fall 2016
It must be fall. The smell of ripe plums permeates the air when you open the door and walk outside. The apples are ripe. The garden experienced its first freeze. Harvest season is here! Around the farm, September and October are my busiest months dealing with putting up food. … [Read more...]
7 Lessons from My Rabbit Failure
Do you remember way back when I bought rabbits a year and a half ago? I figured I’d get them on a solid breeding schedule, and be adding a litter a month to the freezer. Things didn't exactly work out like I've planned--which is why I haven't talked much about my rabbits here … [Read more...]
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