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From Land to Lens: Ecological Landscaping and Photography in Southern Vermont
Read MoreFrom Land to Lens: Ecological Landscaping and Photography in Southern Vermont By Kelly Palecek, Homesteader Magazine correspondent. Growing up in Manchester, Emelie Severance learned early…
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SEVCA can help taxpayers fill out Homestead Declaration
Read MoreSEVCA can help taxpayers fill out Homestead Declaration WESTMINSTER — If you are a Vermont homeowner, you can receive a reduction in your property taxes…
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The Wonder of Herbs
Read MoreThe Wonder of Herbs Decorative, fragrant herbs are ‘plants with a purpose’ that are useful as condiments, medicine, tonics and insect deterrents. Every serious garden…
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Guilford hydropower pioneer taps into streams and brooks for free energy with no dams
Read MoreGuilford hydropower pioneer taps into streams and brooks for free energy with no dams By Alexander Belogour, Homesteader Magazine. GUILFORD — Vermont State officials have…
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Creating a better environment for us, and our animal friends
Read MoreCreating a better environment for us, and our animal friends Henry Homeyer | Notes from the Garden: Creating a better environment for us, and our…
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Vermont forester’s book offers hope for to ‘tend to changing world’
Read MoreVermont forester’s book offers hope for to ‘tend to changing world’ By Chris Mays. Vermont forester Ethan Tapper’s “How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet…
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Boost Your Outdoor Enjoyment by Managing Ticks and Mosquitoes
Read MoreBoost Your Outdoor Enjoyment by Managing Ticks and Mosquitoes By Melinda Myers. Summer is synonymous with fun outdoor activities like barbeques, lawn games, hikes, and…
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Spring’s ephemeral ethics: foraging with respect
Read MoreSpring’s ephemeral ethics: foraging with respect Submitted by Rachael Morin; owner of Hawks Hollow Homestead & the largest established patch in Southern Vermont. Early spring…
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Sporting Dogs & Foxtails
Read MoreSporting Dogs & Foxtails By Rachael Morin. Sticky burs, impalement, bucks in rut, bears… Some of the most accomplished hunting dogs in the sporting group…
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Henry Homeyer | Notes from the Garden: Final garden chores to do before winter
Read MoreHenry Homeyer | Notes from the Garden: Final garden chores to do before winter By Henry Homeyer, New England Homesteader Magazine correspondent. Winter is fast…