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Introducing "Homesteading in Rhode Island" - the comprehensive guide to establishing a sustainable and self-sufficient lifestyle in the ocean state! With the increasing awareness of our impact on the environment, it's no surprise that more and more people are turning to homesteading to live a more sustainable life. And Rhode Island, with its vibrant agriculture scene and strong community support, is the perfect place to start your journey to self-sufficiency. Starting off with a detailed account of the history of homesteading in Rhode Island, this eBook takes you through the benefits and ...

This book contains proven steps and strategies on which plants or vegetables you can put together to help them to grow healthily. By combining plants carefully, plants can help each other in terms of providing nutrients in the soil, offering protection from wind or sun, and also by attracting beneficial insects or acting as a decoy for harmful pests.

This audiobook contains everything you need to know about growing your own fish and food simultaneously. Aquaculture is a great way to get organic foods year round and save yourself a ton of money! Even if you just want to start small, this audiobook has all you need to know about the process that makes aquaponics so ingenious. You do not have to be a commercial farmer to make this method work for you.

We sometimes wish for alone time. There are many reasons we long for such a thing. It could be the need to achieve something we feel we can’t achieve amid everything around us. We might also long for some time alone to get away from the hustle and bustle of life as it goes on around us. But, whatever the choice, our ultimate aim is usually some time to ourselves, a moment of reflection, a time to make personal decisions and grow as a person.

Learn about the health benefits that using essential oils can provide you and your family. By making own from the raw plants and herbs nearby, you can save money, and ensure that your oils are fresh. Discover unique recipes and blends to address a variety of health concerns naturally.

This is a beginners guide to minimalist living. In just a short time, you will get a taste of what it is like to be a minimalist and why living this way might be the best thing for you. This book will allow you to reflect on your lifestyle choices and the things you want vs the things you need. 

Experience the freedom and abundance of self-reliant living...without abandoning the comforts of your modern home. Worldwide, there are about two million people who have embraced the homestead life in rural or off-grid locations. In the United States, there are about 200,000 families doing the same. Their motivations are universal: They value clean-and-green living and independence, they’re dissatisfied with the daily grind of city life, and they’re looking for more meaningful endeavors in line with their values.

Imagine your life a year from now. Five years from now. What will it look like? Imagine a life with less: less stuff, less clutter, less stress and debt and discontent - a life with fewer distractions. Now, imagine a life with more: more time, more meaningful relationships, more growth and contribution and contentment - a life of passion, unencumbered by the trappings of the chaotic world around you. What you're imagining is an intentional life. And to get there, you might have to let go of some stuff that's in the way.

Welcome to Homesteading in North Carolina! Your ultimate guide to self-sustainable living in the Tar Heel State! Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of city living? Ready to live a simpler, more meaningful life? Homesteading is the answer! With our comprehensive guide, you'll learn how to make the most out of your property, raise your own food, and enjoy the many benefits of rural living. In Chapter 1, we'll introduce you to the concept of homesteading and provide a roadmap for your journey ahead. Then, we'll take a look at North Carolina's rich agricultural heritage and how you can tap ...

From his unique vantage point as editor in chief of Make magazine, the hub of the newly invigorated do-it-yourself (DIY) movement, Mark Frauenfelder takes listeners on an inspiring and surprising tour of the vibrant world of DIY. The Internet has brought together large communities of people who share ideas, tips, and blueprints for making everything from unmanned aerial vehicles to pedal-powered iPhone chargers to an automatic cat feeder jury-rigged from a VCR.

We all understand just how dire the circumstances facing our planet are and that we all need to do our part to stem the tide of climate change. When we look in the mirror, we can admit that we desperately need to go on a climate diet. But the task of cutting down our carbon emissions feels overwhelming and the discipline required hard to summon. 

This practical guide is designed for those folks who want to grow their own organic fruits and vegetables, with the added benefits of fresh fish as their healthy source of protein. Let me show you how to build and maintain your very own aquaponics system. I give you step-by-step instructions on how to do just that in this guide. You’ll will finally learn how to completely become self-sufficient by growing healthy organic fruits, vegetables, and fresh water fish.

This audiobook contains everything you need to know about growing your own fish and food simultaneously. Aquaculture is a great way to get organic foods year round and save yourself a ton of money! You probably have your own reasons why you're looking at aquaponics but it's something you really need to be familiar with before making the commitment. Do you want your own sustainable, organic, homegrown produce? Do you want to know where your food comes from and that it's the best quality?

Gardening. Where on Earth do you start? The Power of Self-Sufficient Organic Gardening will teach you everything you need to know about gardening and the benefits that you can gain from setting up your own gardening project. There are so many reasons you should be gardening. Not only does it allow you to sustain yourself, but there are also multiple environmental and health factors that are a major aspect of gardening as well. The best part? It doesn’t matter how big your space is, there is always something you can do with what you have available to you.

Are you interested in starting a sustainable farm or just curious about the principles behind it? If so, Growing Responsibly is the perfect eBook for you. Written by a sustainability expert, this comprehensive guide takes a deep dive into sustainable farming practices and explores everything from soil conservation to the ethics of sustainable agriculture. In Chapter 1, you’ll learn how sustainable farming has emerged as a solution to the environmental issues caused by traditional farming practices. Chapter 2 breaks down the principles of sustainable farming, including the importance of ...

Have you ever wondered what a self-sufficient lifestyle would be like? Do you dream of growing and producing your own food? Did you ever wish to become an entrepreneur and sell things from the comfort of your own home? If you just answered yes to these questions, then this book is meant for you. It provides an A-Z guide on building your own backyard homestead, from choosing your tools and planning a layout to making your own bread and cheese.

Be kind to your wallet: Grow your own food. Do you want to eat healthier and fresher vegetables without worrying about added chemicals? Gardening is gaining popularity day by day as many households make the switch toward self-grown sustenance. The beauty of having your own garden is the flexibility to grow vegetables anywhere you want - and that really does mean anywhere. Whether you’re in a tiny studio apartment or you have your own piece of land, an urban garden is just what you need.

We've been "saving the planet" for decades...and environmental crises just get worse. All this hybrid driving and LEED building and carbon trading seems to accomplish little to nothing - and low-income communities continue to suffer the worst consequences. Why aren't we cleaning up the toxic messes and rolling back climate change? And why do so many Americans hate environmentalists? Jenny Price says Enough already! with this short, fun, fierce manifesto for an environmentalism that is hugely more effective, a whole lot fairer, and infinitely less righteous.

It is estimated that the earth's population will expand to an unprecedented nine billion people over the next century. This explosion in population is predicted to place further stress on our environment, deplete our natural resources, and lead to increases in anxiety and depression due to overcrowding. In this visionary and uplifting audiobook, Teresa Coady offers listeners new hope. Rebuilding Earth is her blueprint for designing and building the cities, buildings, and homes of tomorrow, resulting in more conscious, sustainable, and humane living.

You're struggling with clutter from various aspects of your life and would like to find a permanent solution that will help you get rid of the mess in your life? Packed with tons of practical advice and exercises to help you get rid of all kinds of clutter that are holding you back physically, mentally and financially, this workbook is designed to get you functioning at your peak.