1. Getting Started With Chickens on Tue, Sep 6, 2011 04:00PM Eastern

One of the easiest animals to start raising on the homestead is chickens. In this episode we will explore the advantages of raising chickens, problems that can arise from raising chickens and how to keep your chickens healthy.

2. Using Your Herbal Harvest on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 04:00PM Eastern

Learn about all the things you can do with herbs, from making your own spice blends, to creating natural crafts or using them around your home for cleaning and pest control.

3. The October Garden on Tue, Oct 4, 2011 04:00PM Eastern

Yes, you can still plant seeds in October, even if you live in a cold climate. Learn what to plant, when to plant it and how to plant it to get the most out of your garden or greenhouse space.

4. Advantages Of Raising Goats on Tue, Oct 18, 2011 04:00PM Eastern

Learn why raising goats for milk, meat and fiber is a good idea, especially for small scale homesteaders. We will also talk about raising your goats organically.

5. Working With Natural Fiber on Tuesday, Nov 1, 2011 at 04:00PM Eastern

Learn about all the cool things you can do with natural fibers raised on your own homestead. You can weave, spin, felt and more with both animal and plant fibers. Learn why working with natural fibers is a joyous experience and how it can save you money in the long run. For those longing to raise fiber animals such as angora or cashmere goats, sheep, llamas or alpacas, you can find out how easy to care for these animals really are, plus other advantages of raising them. For those who wish to grow fiber plants, learn what some of these plants are and why you want to grow them in your own garden.

6. Indoor Plant Care on Tuesday, Nov 15, 2011 at 04:00PM Eastern

Proper care of indoor plants is really important, especially during the long, gray days of winter. Learn how to keep your plants, even those you bought for the holidays, thriving throughout the winter season and beyond

7. Working In The Winter Garden on Tuesday, Nov 29, 2011 at 04:00PM Eastern

Greenhouses and cold frames make working in the winter garden easy, but did you know, there are things you can plant and grow even if you don’t have either one of these items? Learn all about what you can do in the winter garden on this episode.

***Shows are scheduled 30 days in advance. A new post for 2012 will be added, with links, as the show schedule becomes available!***