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Is behavior more learned than genetic?

February 23, 2013 1 Comment

Image by кiт-кaтн Halкeтт The idea for Orana Wildlife Park began when a New Brighton resident, Neville Jemmett, suggested to the Christchurch City Council that a zoo should be built on the recently completed land-fill dump at Bexley. Naturally enough, the concept of having a new zoo in Christchurch was widely reported by the news […]

Can a house survive on solar power alone?

February 22, 2013 9 Comments

Image by Jamais Cascio Question by 1Dlover: Can a house survive on solar power alone? I have to come up with a proactive research question for school and i decided to do “Can a house survive on solar power alone?” the solar power being generated from solar panels. I need help with the answer since […]

The Enviromentals. How to Build a Worm Composting Bin

February 22, 2013 24 Comments

The Enviromentals (Hal Brindley and Leigh Ramsdell) show you how and why to build your own worm composting bin. Created by Dodo Films.

Re-Elect Mayor Tom the Turkey | Farm Raised With P. Allen Smith

February 21, 2013 7 Comments

Like this Farm Raised episode? Thumbs up above and Subscribe: bit.ly There’s more Farm Raised where this came from: bit.ly Want to see more birds? bit.ly Mayor Tom the turkey is up for re-election in Poultryville. Always the shoo-in incumbent, Tom now faces some stiff competition from Amos the rooster and Ethel the swan. Can […]

How to Build a Cold Frame {Suburban Homestead Blog}

February 20, 2013 4 Comments

Joel makes a cold frame all out of scrap lumber and recycled materials. Check out how he did it!

Question about raising bees:)?

February 19, 2013 2 Comments

Image by \!/_PeacePlusOne Earth hour tshirt WINNER – Rita! Earth Hour at the 3 Finger Club LOHHAS Lifestyle Lounge Lights were out between 8:30 and 9:30 while we told stories and discussed our Lifestyle Of Health, Happiness And Sustainability (LOHHAS) using the 3 Finger "Peace Plus One" Sustainability Salute to remind us about Peace, Harmony […]

What are the differences between people from Taipei, Taichung, the south, rural areas?

February 18, 2013 2 Comments

Image by jalexartis Designed to fit in with the landscaping of my yard. Question by longliveabcdefg: What are the differences between people from Taipei, Taichung, the south, rural areas? Which part of Taiwan is considered rural? Are there any differences among the people from different parts of Taiwan, if any? I’m beginning to notice there […]

Molasses As Fertilizer – Sometimes All Your Garden Needs Is Sugar

February 17, 2013 25 Comments

It may sound wacky, but you should really consider using molasses as fertilizer in your organic garden. You can use molasses as fertilizer because microbes need sugar. Read more here: www.smilinggardener.com This video is part of a series that you can watch here: www.youtube.com Any questions? Let me know below.

What kind of a duckling am I raising here?

February 14, 2013 4 Comments

Image by braindamaged217 New cage for the ducklings. They are having a blast running around. Question by Becca: What kind of a duckling am I raising here? I just rescued a duckling on the side of the road! It was chirping like crazy and the mom was nowhere in sight. Anyway, I was wondering what […]

How To Build The Easiest Cold Frame – Part 3

February 11, 2013 No Comment

This is the last video on how to build a super easy cold frame that will help you to continue to grow during the fall and winter. It’s a great way to keep your garden warm and protected from the cold.