Presentation by Melanie Hoerner, with Introduction to Lacto-Fermentation by Catherine Haug, at ESP’s October 22, 2008 Gathering
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Sauerkraut and Lacto-Fermentation (10/22/08)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009Garret Cheen, a photographer from the Daily Interlake, was present–ESP will be featured in a future issue of the paper. (refer to link to this newspaper article, below)
Keeping a Family Goat (9/27/08)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009
Presentation by Gayle Prunhuber at ESP’s September 27, 2008 Gathering at Gayle’s Home (Loon Lake Gardens & Pottery)
Synopsis:
Gayle introduced us to her goats, chickens and horses, and gave us a tour of her gardens and barns.
Wonderful detail on general care of goats, including food and shelter for both kids and does; milking, including her wash formula; hoof trimming; supplements; breeding; treatment of diseases and other health concerns. Also shared samples of her homemade cheese (chevre-like).
Photo Credit
Edmund Fitzgerald took the photos at this event. Thanks, Edmund!
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Improving Home Energy Efficiency (9/24/08)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009A Panel Discussion at ESP’s September 24, 2008 Gathering
Synopsis:
Our panel consisted of representatives from our local energy companies, a locally-owned hardware and building supply store, and a local handyman/remodeler.
Discussion topics included:
- Residential insulation,
- Reducing carbon footprint,
- Retrofitting existing homes,
- New construction and remodeling,
- Source of electricity in the Flathead,
- Comparison of various methods of heating/cooling.
Remember: a highly efficient heat system is only as good as your home’s insulation and sealing.
Fore more, refer to the complete summary of this gathering:
Home Canning (Fall 2008)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009Workshops with Jean Helps at her Home (August – October 2008)
Jean held several canning workshops in her kitchen throughout the fall of 2008, demonstrating both pressure canning and hot water-bath canning techniques. She also gave tours of her garden.
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Rainwater Collection (7/23/08)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009Presentation by Bill Brenner, July 23, 2008
Synopsis:
Bill described his roof-collection, filtration and storage systems, consisting of a steel roof and gutters, rain barrels, underground cistern, and a pump; and a rough cost for the system. Much lively discussion with the audience.
For more, refer to the complete summary:
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Sprouting and Juicing (6/25/08)
Saturday, February 21st, 2009Presentation by Robben Leingang at ESP’s June 25, 2008 Gathering
Synopsis:
Robben demonstrated the bag (or jar) method of sprouting, using mung beans, mixed lentils, and garbanzos. This was followed by a demonstration of sprouting wheat and sunflower seeds (un-hulled), and then growing them in flats for juicing.
For more, see:
- Gathering Summary: Sprouting & Juicing (48 KB pdf file)
Related Files and Handouts (pdf files):
- The EssentiaList: Sprouting & Juicing Info & Sources (112 KB)
- Sprouts Information Diagram (72 KB)
- Sprouting Lentils: Instructions (100 KB)
- Wheatgrass & Sprouts Overview (68 KB)
- Benefits of Wheatgrass (80 KB)
- Wheatgrass FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) (60 KB)
- Wheatgrass Instructions (48 KB)
See also (other sites):
- SuperFood Living, series of articles about wheatgrass: superfoodliving.com/growing-wheatgrass-its-benefits-with-juice-recipe