by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
When you think about winter, what do you imagine? Maybe you imagine the roads, or shoveling snow, or being cold – boring things that remind you of how troublesome winter can be. But in ages past, our ancestors had more creative ways of imagining winter. They...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Living in one of the major pumpkin-producing states, I’m no stranger to pumpkins. We turn pumpkins into jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween and continue using pumpkins to decorate until after Thanksgiving. At the end of the fall season, we’ve accumulated...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Each year, our friends and family gather to enjoy a feast of turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and other festive fare. This Thanksgiving is set to be the yummiest and healthiest yet, as we will be choosing local and organic foods to create our holiday dinner. Organic...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Building a compost pile is an excellent option if you have the room and resources to do it properly. But for individuals like myself who do not have time or energy to manage a compost pile, throwing food scraps directly into the garden can be a quick and easy way to...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Rakes, trowels, and hand cultivators are tools of the trade for most gardeners. However, garden tools can quickly add up, making your storage space appear cluttered. If you’re like me, you want to find the equipment you need quickly. To achieve a stress-free...