Our Growing Experiment

Sofia and Jordan
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We are a family located in Northern Ontario seeking to be more self-reliant by attempting to grow most of our food in our suburban yard. In this podcast we reach out to like minded people in our community to share ideas about a more sustainable lifestyle. You can also follow "Our Growing Experiment" on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE3htAi0045uUG83QgOWShA http://www.instagram.com/ourgrowingexperiment https://www.facebook.com/ourgrowingexperiment

  1. Episode 43 - Modern Homesteading in Canada

    07/27/2023

    Episode 43 - Modern Homesteading in Canada

    In this episode we chat with Kendra from Ploughman’s Backyard about her take on Modern Homesteading. Kendra and her family live on a small 1.8 acres homestead in Canada where they strive to live simply by learning different homesteading skills. She shares information with others on her Youtube channel about gardening, preserving and chickens! Kendra hopes she can support others in pursuing this peaceful lifestyle and explains that you can do it on a tight budget. You can check out what Kendra is up to on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram @ploughmansbackyard. #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #podcast #homestead #modern #gardening #homeschool #family #traditional #youtubechannel #lifeskills #chickens

    54 min
  2. Episode 42 - Prepare and Survive

    06/13/2023

    Episode 42 - Prepare and Survive

    Being self-reliant goes hand in hand with being prepared. Melanie from Bear Necessities is passionate about Survival Bushcraft and is eager to share her knowledge with others. Melanie tells us some key concepts when it comes to surviving in the woods. Melanie has also built a Wigwam in Sudbury where she hopes to continue to teach others how to Prepare and Survive. You can connect with Melanie on Facebook @Bear Necessities. #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #podcast #prepping #survival #bushcraft #learn #woods #survivor #wigwam

    56 min
  3. Episode 41 - Gardening in a Northern Climate

    05/09/2023

    Episode 41 - Gardening in a Northern Climate

    You start your garden, then what? Gardening is not meant to be solitary, talking with other gardeners is sometimes the most important tool you can have when growing your own food. Take us for example, this Podcast has equipped us with so much knowledge from other growers. Krista @zone3vegetablegardening also understands this which is why she began a coaching program so that she could be there for other gardeners who may have questions or concerns along their growing journey. Krista also thought it was necessary to provide more information on growing in Northern Climates to promote sustainability amongst those that have shorter growing seasons. Krista’s content is packed with great resources that you won’t want to miss! #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #gardenerfriends #gardening #coachingprogram #northernclimate #ressources #coach

    54 min
  4. Episode 40 - Finding Nature in the City

    04/30/2023

    Episode 40 - Finding Nature in the City

    You’re in the middle of nowhere, who do you see? Dariya and Jeff join us to share what it’s like to live off grid and experience a true version of yourself. Without all the distractions of today’s culture, participating in a #findingpolariswc program is a great opportunity to understand your primitive skills as well as your role within a small group. Dariya and Jeff have recently relocated to Sudbury and are learning ways to stay connected to nature while living in the city. It has never been a better time to learn self-reliance skills and take some time to reevaluate your lifestyle. Reach out to Finding Polaris to join the community! #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #offgrid #nature #rewilding #citylife #primitiveskills #lifestyle #holistic

    1h 2m
  5. Episode 39 - Education as a key component to Permaculture

    04/23/2023

    Episode 39 - Education as a key component to Permaculture

    Learning all you can about a topic is important in order to understand it well. Growing your own food is no different. When you start growing your own food you realize that the learning process is never ending. You don’t just want to harvest food every year, you want to continuously optimize your results. Rob @vergepermaculture understands the importance of growing your own food. Through his quest of knowledge he realized that Permaculture is a means of doing it successfully. Rob shares his experiences with us and the features of his Permaculture Design Course. Is Permaculture the future of food? There’s a good chance it is, find out why and how in this information packed episode of Our Growing Experiment! Reach out to Verge for any questions and interest in their Education program! #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #education #permaculture #futureoffood

    1 hr
  6. Episode 38 - From Hydroponics to Aquaponics on a Small Orchard Farm

    04/16/2023

    Episode 38 - From Hydroponics to Aquaponics on a Small Orchard Farm

    Tara and her family live on a farm in St-Charles that primarily grows Haskap Berries. Growing a fruit orchard takes years to develop and they are finally seeing the fruit of their labor. Tara tells us about everything she has going on at the farm such as a Hydroponic system and a Commercial kitchen. Tara and Denis are currently learning all the complexities of the Aquaponics system and working towards transforming their Hydroponic system to include fish that they can harvest to feed themselves. This family is not only trying to sustain themselves, but also their community. Tara and Denis are very community oriented and hope to have people use their facility for workshops! You can connect with Tara through Social Media @labelleviefarm.  #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #nature #garden #haskaps #orchard #hydroponics #aquaponics

    56 min
  7. Episode 37 - Called to Farming

    04/05/2023

    Episode 37 - Called to Farming

    Bri convinced Wade to start Farming and Wade convinced Bri to move to Sudbury. Wade and Bri started Good Hand Farm in the Whitefish area and are looking forward to their first season of growing produce to firstly feed themselves and then sell their surplus. They are starting small and will be experimenting with different Permaculture Principles. We are excited to follow their growing season and are happy to meet more young farmers who see the importance of growing your own food and putting your goals into action! Wade and Bri answered the call and you can check out their progress @goodhandfarm. #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #nature #garden #farmlife #calltofarm #permaculture #youngfarmers

    58 min
  8. Episode 36 - Farming as a Family

    03/26/2023

    Episode 36 - Farming as a Family

    Stephanie @triplestaracres wanted her family to live closer to nature, so they started farming. She is passionate about ensuring her animals have the best life and is honoured to feed her community with high quality beef, pork, chicken and turkey. With her children, she cares for the chickens on the farm and tends to the garden. In this episode, she shares her family’s experience adapting to this lifestyle, as well as the importance of shopping local. Head to www.triplestaracres.com or stop in at the farm store, Stephanie will be glad to chat with you! #ourgrowingexperiment #community #sustainability #supportlocal #smallbusiness #selfreliance #farming #localagriculture #podcast #growyourownfood #nature #family #garden #chickens #farmlife

    1h 10m
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About

We are a family located in Northern Ontario seeking to be more self-reliant by attempting to grow most of our food in our suburban yard. In this podcast we reach out to like minded people in our community to share ideas about a more sustainable lifestyle. You can also follow "Our Growing Experiment" on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE3htAi0045uUG83QgOWShA http://www.instagram.com/ourgrowingexperiment https://www.facebook.com/ourgrowingexperiment

Information

  • Creator
    Sofia and Jordan
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sofia and Jordan
  • Show Website
    Our Growing Experiment