Justin lives about 10 miles north of Willow, and recently completed construction on a brand new chicken palace for his egg laying flock, plus a chicken tractor for his meat birds. Continue reading Coop Spotlight: Justin in Willow
Urban Coop Spotlight: Larissa
When keeping backyard chickens in Anchorage became legal about four years ago, Larissa heard the news & jumped into action. Continue reading Urban Coop Spotlight: Larissa
Reusable Bags: Not just better for the environment. Better, period.
As an Alaska urban hippie, there’s one thing I always have on me or in my vehicle (well, in addition to beer growlers). It’s reusable bags. Continue reading Reusable Bags: Not just better for the environment. Better, period.
Urban Coop Spotlight: Amanda
Originally from Wisconsin, Amanda grew up on a farm with plenty of animals for meat and production. When she moved to Alaska in 2000, she knew she wanted to share part of that childhood with her own children. Continue reading Urban Coop Spotlight: Amanda
Does composting stink?
Many gardeners and permaculture enthusiasts have worked composting into their way of life, because it’s the best (and cheapest) way to add nutrients back into your planting soil and your yard. Continue reading Does composting stink?
Urban Coop Spotlight: Louise in Anchorage
Lousie Fode & her boyfriend designed & built a beautiful 4ft x 4 ft chicken coop from scratch last season, assembling most of it in her garage, then moving it outside to add the final details. Continue reading Urban Coop Spotlight: Louise in Anchorage
Hearty Oatmeal Cookies Using Instant Oatmeal Packets
Have some old, leftover instant oatmeal packets in your pantry? Repurpose them into some fresh & delicious hearty instant oatmeal cookies! Continue reading Hearty Oatmeal Cookies Using Instant Oatmeal Packets
Rhubarb Berry Jam Recipe
While clearing out the freezer, I found a few frozen packages of last year’s backyard rhubarb harvest.
After making this rhubarb berry jam and sharing with a few friends, the reviews I got ranged from “This tastes like a fruit roll-up!” to “I’m going to dump this on vanilla ice cream and eat it with a spoon.” I took this as a hint that I should share my recipe… Continue reading Rhubarb Berry Jam Recipe
Urban Coop Spotlight: Beth in Anchorage
Walking up to Beth’s home on a warm March afternoon in Anchorage, she was already in the backyard watching happy chickens frolicking around her, and a cat in her lap. Continue reading Urban Coop Spotlight: Beth in Anchorage
Insanely Easy Homemade Alcoholic Eggnog Recipe
Wondering what to do with a fresh bounty of eggs? Alcoholic eggnog isn’t just for the holiday season – it’s delicious year round, and it’s insanely easy to make (and enjoy!). Continue reading Insanely Easy Homemade Alcoholic Eggnog Recipe