Country Living/ Off the Grid - Page 7

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Found that putting a dark red heat buld in my coop kept my hens laying regualrly throw out the... started by angieyes (2/7/11 at 5:20pm)	We have 2 red bulbs in our coop...same size coop as OP...We... 2/13/11 at 4:09pm by treekidsandadog	4	304
The future homestead: we can afford it! started by diana_of_the_dunes (2/7/11 at 8:14am)	Unfortunately, the land is already being conventionally farmed... 2/13/11 at 1:42pm by diana_of_the_...	11	521
Chicken/garden questions started by bigteamug (2/11/11 at 3:14pm)	I have my 8 hens in a metal shed. I use pine shavings on the... 2/13/11 at 4:34am by mattemma04	2	304
Washer/Dryer recommendations (2400 watt inverter) started by germin8 (2/11/11 at 9:40am)	Yes, I had previously seen the mothering.com forum on off-grid... 2/12/11 at 11:44am by germin8	2	623
Anyone here have an electric composter? started by grahamsmom98 (2/10/11 at 10:48am)	We are considering purchasing a Nature Mill Pro XE... 2/10/11 at 10:48am by grahamsmom98	0	205
Washing Soda alternative? started by ewilkins_doula (1/4/11 at 10:00pm)	Sometimes hardware stores carry washing soda. I get mine at Ace. 2/9/11 at 10:11am by Nurturing Mama	9	1,798
Eco friendly rv materials/ getting parents onboard started by brighteyed (2/7/11 at 10:00am)	Look into Marmoleum. It is very natural and very safe and... 2/7/11 at 4:09pm by jessemoon	2	277
Poll: urban chickens--why do you do it? started by midnightwriter (1/13/11 at 8:44am)	Our waterer holds enough for a couple days, but I figure if I... 2/6/11 at 9:00pm by oma to 9	7	464
Talk to me about your internet service started by Adaline'sMama (2/3/11 at 12:25pm)	We have ours through hughes net...many people complain about... 2/6/11 at 11:11am by treekidsandadog	12	391
CSA Internships.... anyone ever done one? started by goldenwillow (2/2/11 at 12:26pm)	Title states the question. Hope I am in the right forum. ... 2/2/11 at 12:26pm by goldenwillow	0	187
permaculture in texas started by flowerlovebug (2/1/11 at 12:30pm)	Hey there... will be relocating to the Austin area, and... 2/1/11 at 12:30pm by flowerlovebug	0	110
How much house space/land do you have and what do you do with it? started by CrunchyJess (1/15/11 at 7:45am)	We have 160 acres but a lot of it is farmed. We rent out the... 1/29/11 at 6:26pm by rchoyt	13	1,428
Has anyone built their own home? started by diana_of_the_dunes (1/25/11 at 6:57am)	Exactly! We're going to try to be finished before we move in... 1/29/11 at 5:58pm by Linzie2	4	496
We have this crazy idea.... started by Dillpicklechip (12/12/10 at 9:16am)	It actually sounds like a fantastic idea, considering your... 1/28/11 at 6:38am by Annie Mac	16	957
What were your "steps" to CL/off the grid? started by mamabeth (7/6/10 at 12:15pm) 1 2	How does this filter compare to a Berkey? 1/27/11 at 6:45pm by thewaggonerfa...	24	2,417
Pregnant and Goat Kidding started by FarmerCathy (1/24/11 at 6:17am)	Thanks! That definitely makes me feel better. 1/27/11 at 5:45pm by FarmerCathy	14	445
Cow Share? started by Leta (3/18/09 at 4:20pm)	I am very interested in finding another goat share to buy in... 1/26/11 at 1:20pm by Indiesmomma	9	696
Cheapest/Most Efficient way to heat your home? started by sahmoffour (10/21/10 at 6:55pm) 1 2	We primarily wood heat and are looking for a new home with... 1/25/11 at 7:56pm by babycarrier	21	21,628
billies and birthing nannies:another goat question started by hildare (1/13/11 at 10:28am)	Assuming that they have always been together and get along it... 1/25/11 at 1:36pm by Arduinna	2	161
Our Solar Panels are up! started by Linzie2 (1/5/11 at 7:29pm)	I went back and added pics from start to finish so far! 1/18/11 at 6:54pm by Linzie2	3	243
Cows and worms in the milk? started by daisymommy (1/16/11 at 4:37pm)	Hello all, I have no idea if this is the correct forum for... 1/16/11 at 4:37pm by daisymommy	0	246
Never mind started by A_Random_Phrase (1/13/11 at 11:21pm)	(no title) 1/13/11 at 11:21pm by A_Random_Phrase	0	106
Argh! Unknown dog keeps killing my hens!! started by diana_of_the_dunes (1/7/11 at 4:47pm)	Sorry for your loss! I would invest in some fencing or a... 1/13/11 at 7:43am by mattemma04	4	272
Planning the Homestead started by crazyms (1/6/11 at 12:29pm)	Sorry I 'thought' I'd responded to some of the posts already... 1/12/11 at 8:12am by crazyms	10	604
guinea hens started by friendly fire (1/10/11 at 8:12pm)	It's all in the way the feathers catch the light. Some... 1/11/11 at 10:37am by annethcz	1	163
heirloom seeds - non gmo started by mermaidmama (11/7/10 at 10:11pm)	I buy from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange since they're only... 1/11/11 at 9:33am by Eresh	11	742
Homesteading books? started by ewilkins_doula (12/28/10 at 10:26am)	Carla Emery's book is great! I also have Country Wisdom and... 1/6/11 at 10:47am by crazyms	5	303
HELP! Country-Newbie . . . pools of water in clay-like soil started by Purple Cat (1/2/11 at 10:37am)	You could try. Not sure if it will help. I had water pooling... 1/5/11 at 8:06am by mattemma04	1	164
If you use cloth diapers, do you have a front or top load washer? started by germin8 (9/2/10 at 1:51pm)	Another FL with no problems. With FL, you need to keep your... 1/2/11 at 6:48pm by Momsteader	19	1,603
Yurt living - Anyone BTDT? started by lisser (11/22/10 at 1:46pm)	eastmillcreekmama - i just perused your blog. first off,... 12/31/10 at 12:22pm by saw_whet	2	569
Babies in the creek? started by Adaline'sMama (5/22/10 at 8:09pm) 1 2	i wouldn't be able to bring myself to say no to the creek. i... 12/31/10 at 10:40am by riverundine	20	2,002
How do you water your chickens in freezing temps? started by Farmer'sWife (11/24/10 at 8:55pm)	we use the plug in dog bowl and it hasn't frozen at -25 F. i... 12/31/10 at 10:25am by riverundine	14	718
woodstoves while you're out of the house started by omamasmama (12/10/10 at 9:14am)	Thanks mamas for all of your replies. We've been... 12/30/10 at 9:50am by omamasmama	9	539
What is this on my fireplace? started by skybluepink02 (12/21/10 at 2:53pm)	Btw, the plug is for a blower, I bet. Look for a switch to... 12/23/10 at 8:10am by Think of Winter	4	298
I did something really dumb, I requested a chicken catalog started by GardenStream (12/17/10 at 8:52am)	So jealous! My husband grew up on a working farm and is... 12/21/10 at 6:49pm by HollyBearsMom	4	387
dishwasher detergent, laundry soap, and dish soap started by daisycullen2003 (12/2/10 at 11:32am)	Daisy--well, it said you could use it for bubble bath or pet... 12/20/10 at 6:46pm by alaskaberry	7	541
Yurt/tent living & parental attitudes started by DoopaMama (12/8/10 at 2:40am)	wow, thanks everyone! I kind of had a lot of these things in... 12/17/10 at 1:33am by DoopaMama	10	775
hand-crank washers started by alaskaberry (12/15/10 at 7:17am)	Never mind. I just did a search and realized that I posted... 12/15/10 at 7:17am by alaskaberry	0	194
Northern chickens? started by Ceinwen (12/10/10 at 2:17pm)	I have Barnevelders, Red Sex Links and a Buff Orpington and... 12/14/10 at 6:56pm by Defenestrator	9	504
My hens suddenly stopped laying! started by MrsJewelsRae (11/16/10 at 7:01am)	I have a light that comes on at 3:30 am and off at about 8,... 12/14/10 at 8:50am by greenmulberry	7	719
Goats from Infancy started by confusionincan (12/12/10 at 5:37am)	I agree with mamadelbosque. One of my milkers was bought young... 12/13/10 at 3:30pm by 1jooj	2	225
Floridians with no a/c? (or other HOT places) started by ghostlykisses (5/22/10 at 7:39pm)	We just built a house in central NC with no AC - very rare... 12/11/10 at 9:42am by I Fly	11	1,142
Hi there! started by Bebop (12/10/10 at 11:55am)	Hope you have a great experience! I love adding more plants... 12/11/10 at 3:53am by mattemma04	1	118
Recommendations for a wood or pellet stove for a 480 sq. ft. house? started by achildofthe80s (8/25/10 at 5:06pm)	If you're interested in an all purpose (heating, cooking,... 12/7/10 at 10:53am by mamalex23	11	1,919
Emergency Water Filter? started by jrose_lee (12/4/10 at 4:14pm)	Another vote for a Berkey. We used to live in the city,... 12/6/10 at 10:17am by Denvergirlie	5	270
septic and dishwasher -- is powdered detergent okay? started by notamommayet (11/28/10 at 5:30pm)	hmm...that is interesting. Maybe he is assuming that you... 12/5/10 at 10:27pm by CCJWGM	8	1,170
One thing I don't get about wood stoves - can I let it cool down at night? started by laohaire (11/8/10 at 3:04pm) 1 2	No way! At least, not in my exp. You want to keep a nice... 12/5/10 at 10:20pm by alaskaberry	21	1,599
Cooking roos started by Erinz (11/1/10 at 6:53pm)	I thought you meant kangaroos too! Kangaroo meat is excellent... 11/25/10 at 12:57pm by Greenmama2	11	560
anyone been able to homestead in MA? started by sosurreal09 (11/23/10 at 1:30pm)	I know that in my town (much closer to boston) I've heard... 11/24/10 at 7:23am by mumm	6	258
Going in stages - does this sound like a good plan? started by Mrs.aLifeofReilly (9/24/10 at 11:36am)	How are things going for you at the new home? If you have... 11/24/10 at 4:01am by mattemma04	6	612