Couple Growing Food *Year Round* in a Backyard Permaculture Micro Farm with Geodesic Dome Greenhouse

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  • Опубликовано: 4 ноя 2024

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  • @ExploringAlternatives
    @ExploringAlternatives  2 года назад +45

    Thanks for watching! You can follow The Ecobubble here:
    facebook.com/ecobubblemicrofarm
    www.ecobubble.ca/
    And find out more about the geodesic growing domes here:
    Arctic Acres in Canada: arcticacres.ca/
    Growing Spaces in the US: growingspaces.com/

    • @Felaura
      @Felaura 2 года назад +2

      I love the handpan music! =D

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  2 года назад +1

      Thanks, it's cool that you noticed! It's such a fun instrument to play :)

    • @gcaira
      @gcaira 2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much, Mat and Danielle, for telling our story with such care and elegance. Amazing work!
      D&G

    • @MrJimtheRooster
      @MrJimtheRooster Год назад

      Try using watering ollas for carrots after germinating them underneath a piece of untreated wood.

  • @WTFwuzdat
    @WTFwuzdat 2 года назад +276

    What a beautiful story. Offering a "pay what you can" option to people is such a kind way to help others and build community. Hopefully, those with lots of money will choose to pay more than the suggested price.

    • @fionafiona1146
      @fionafiona1146 2 года назад +13

      That's frequently the case, including for bake sales and Yard sales

    • @its_jawsh6145
      @its_jawsh6145 2 года назад +7

      Lol, “hopefully”. I’ll try it down here in South LA and see how it goes lmao

    • @ceciliapreziose3783
      @ceciliapreziose3783 2 года назад +13

      and letting people keep their dignity

    • @juditharsenault2131
      @juditharsenault2131 2 года назад +13

      It doesn't matter. They will reap what they sow. Sow good, reap good.

    • @Kath1813
      @Kath1813 Год назад +1

      @@juditharsenault2131 TRUE!

  • @dragonicelv
    @dragonicelv 2 года назад +86

    I started crying when she talked about food insecurity, feeding each other and pay what you can.

  • @karenstanislaw8912
    @karenstanislaw8912 2 года назад +80

    Ideal. Much respect and admiration. They'll be healthier, and the world's a little better for it - ask the bees!

  • @thedurtfamily
    @thedurtfamily 2 года назад +114

    Can’t wait to be learning from these videos. Our family is about to purchase land in the Appalachian mountains and begin our journey of offgrid living. 🌱

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  2 года назад +17

      That's really exciting! Best of luck on your new adventure :)

    • @honey3693
      @honey3693 2 года назад +6

      Good luck. Best wishes to the family. 🍀

    • @sparkyin3d
      @sparkyin3d 2 года назад +2

      So exciting! May you thrive and be abundant at all times! Enjoy your journey love

  • @loril.mangold8160
    @loril.mangold8160 2 года назад +2

    It's Great that you are using a geodesic dome, for your green house, when I was 17, in my high school, in Art class we constructed a geodesic dome as a class project, thats when domes were first being built in the 70's,

  • @miranda_miranda
    @miranda_miranda 2 года назад +17

    This is my dream lifestyle! ❤ A partner in the same page, countryside life, mud house, living offgrid, planting our own food... paradise ❤

  • @jamescasejr.9679
    @jamescasejr.9679 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for remind of grandparents grew 🪴 and loving story💖

  • @milicentduckery7387
    @milicentduckery7387 2 года назад +5

    This is what the revolution needs to look like. Truly fantastic job!

  • @SheriffofYouTube
    @SheriffofYouTube 2 года назад +6

    Momma's Seeds makes the journey so much more beautiful

    • @debspeak
      @debspeak 2 года назад +4

      They really do! We’ve been able to germinate seeds from her that are 20 years old! ♥️🥬🍓🍅😊

  • @beatrizforticamara2463
    @beatrizforticamara2463 2 года назад +3

    The best and the most beautiful project! 🥹♥️

  • @heavenwithin81
    @heavenwithin81 2 года назад +15

    My heart longs to live like this.

  • @korinasaurus
    @korinasaurus 2 года назад +1

    The longer I've been gardening and the more gardening videos I watch the more I become appreciative of being in zone 9a

  • @beckymay439
    @beckymay439 2 года назад +6

    Yes! Pay what you can and vegetable exchange is a great idea! Let's rely less on the financial system and more on each other.

  • @dieuhoquang1
    @dieuhoquang1 2 года назад +12

    Very inspiring couple! Love the concept of "pay what you can" and "veggie exchange" to ease off transition into abundance without being dependent on the money system. Smart and intelligent couple. Thanks!

  • @normabattiss1894
    @normabattiss1894 2 года назад +3

    Awesome ! Awesome ! Thank You for sharing God Bless You and your Family 💜🙏

  • @valerieb3195
    @valerieb3195 2 года назад +5

    What a blessing it is to have inherited those seeds!

  • @keilana6
    @keilana6 2 года назад +3

    You are living my dream. Would love to see this happen for those stuck living in apartments. Bless you for your creativity & sharing spirit.

  • @sydneykate
    @sydneykate 2 года назад +43

    I've seen a few geodesic dome builds. The idea that this is Toronto and it works--despite few snags, is extremely promising.

    • @MarinaLaroche
      @MarinaLaroche 2 года назад +9

      If you check their company they have sold domes in even more northern locations.

  • @guinnevereschronicles2225
    @guinnevereschronicles2225 2 года назад +15

    Their garden looks lovely and peaceful, and I love that they’re sharing their produce

  • @nanchesca3950
    @nanchesca3950 2 года назад +5

    That is my dream, to have a little stand with my surplus, pay what you can! Awesome!!

  • @keithlindland1800
    @keithlindland1800 2 года назад +4

    What a healthy lifestyle,I envy you. Wish the world would wake up to permaculture. I am from Oregon but have been living in the Philippines for 20 years.

  • @plantahari
    @plantahari 2 года назад +5

    love all those cruciferous greens! they won't be lacking for calcium, iron, many vitamins, fiber in their senior years!

    • @SaviourV
      @SaviourV 2 года назад +1

      They're old enough, and sprightly too. Probably living a better life than most of us.

  • @arcticacres
    @arcticacres 2 года назад +18

    We really appreciate Deb and Gabe! They have been an exceptional source of inspiration and wisdom for many of our dome owners, and they exemplify some of the virtues we see in so many of our customers - ingenuity, patience, hard work, passion, generosity, and more.
    As uncertain as times are in Canada, these are the sorts of people and projects that give us hope. Self-reliance and community connection can help you through any challenge.
    🌱📐 Keep going and keep growing!

  • @minhhop3208
    @minhhop3208 2 года назад +3

    Lovely life! Peaceful! Healthy !

  • @greencortex8901
    @greencortex8901 2 года назад +28

    There is nothing better than home-cooked food. And also the peaceful life in nature, far from the cities

  • @marycoyle5083
    @marycoyle5083 2 года назад +3

    You are both an inspiration and I am doing something comparable in Missouri, US! Keep the faith our communities need people like yourself! Think Vandana Shiva!

  • @margarettt7675
    @margarettt7675 2 года назад +8

    We call our garden and preserving activities "hobbies with benefits".

  • @jennifferhurlburt642
    @jennifferhurlburt642 2 года назад +39

    This is truly inspirational, I live in Guelph Ontario. Never thought we could grow year round! Thank you for sharing this amazing property with us!

    • @miranda_miranda
      @miranda_miranda 2 года назад

      You can suscribe to Tyler and Todd's channel, they are from Canada living offgrid and growing they're own food.

  • @marykelly1419
    @marykelly1419 2 года назад +3

    Wow and Wow! You did it again Matt! We are so excited to watch this your latest on Alternate life styles. Art and I have been talking greenhouse for a few years…..never truly happy with what has been offered. But this! A game changer. Thank you folks for sharing your amazing story. Your life style is what we all need to be a part of to help heal our hurting world….one shared tomato at a time!

  • @one234569and10
    @one234569and10 2 года назад +3

    1 minute and 6 seconds in, liked.
    I can tell they are doing something right, well worth it.

  • @jrmarianoy2275
    @jrmarianoy2275 2 года назад +3

    Awesome! Thanks Gabe and Deb for sharing your story.

  • @paolawortman
    @paolawortman 2 года назад +5

    So nice to finally see people from Canada in your videos!!!
    We are in the east coast of Canada, started a veggie garden this year and so far is going great. It is a challenge to grow food year-round and I am so thankful you guys are sharing your experience with us.
    Wishing you all the best and may your backyard permaculture venture be very successful and bring you joy, good health, prosperity and bonding with each other and nature! God bless you!

  • @Salima_one
    @Salima_one Год назад

    Love these two.
    If we all did this, growing food to whatever extent or in whatever ways we could, and then shared with each other, we would have a different world.

  • @thebillbaker4793
    @thebillbaker4793 2 года назад +5

    Just two words: THE BEST

  • @megike55
    @megike55 2 года назад +5

    Such a beautiful and inspiring idea. It's lovely to see big lawns turned into something more useful and intentional!

  • @graefx
    @graefx 2 года назад +5

    This feels like the culmination of all the ideas and concepts I've found on this channel.

  • @trcherrera
    @trcherrera 2 года назад +4

    Sooooo inspiring! I envision this as our future when we're older and finally go back to our home country.

  • @MountainwithaView
    @MountainwithaView 2 года назад +1

    Just like the earth......our firmament is right above us...

  • @kathleenritter4532
    @kathleenritter4532 2 года назад +4

    This is just incredible. What an incredible blessing. I have no doubt that this requires a lot of hard work but you both are so inspirational. Thank you for sharing

  • @trkstatrksta8410
    @trkstatrksta8410 2 года назад +1

    We have a manual reel mower, no motor, no fuel, no noise, just push it. Today's modern ones are absolutely amazing. We have a VICTA. I'm 75, female and find it very easy to use. I have to mention I'm very fit and we don't have a huge amount of lawn, so just saying...😃😃😃

  • @RogerBeckett
    @RogerBeckett 2 года назад +3

    Way to go, Gabe & Deb!
    Making a difference in this world. Wishing you all the best and much success. 🙏

    • @deborahcaira5086
      @deborahcaira5086 2 года назад +1

      Thanks Roger!!! 😊 Come for a visit!!

    • @gcaira
      @gcaira 2 года назад

      Thanks, Roger!

  • @MFD388
    @MFD388 2 года назад +1

    They are literally living the life I want.

  • @jc-kn5bq
    @jc-kn5bq 2 года назад +2

    Definitely gonna follow them!

  • @rosalindtaylor3479
    @rosalindtaylor3479 2 года назад +2

    I really admire this super smart couple. Just so inspiring!

  • @WaywardLifeSailing
    @WaywardLifeSailing 2 года назад +2

    This is one of the coolest ones! the idea of being able to grow food in Canada in the winter time could change so much for the entire country and our food security.

  • @PatriciaSLay
    @PatriciaSLay 2 года назад +2

    Pickled beet from home are the best I just made some. Oh so good.

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton 2 года назад +9

    Such a lovely story. Wishing them all the best and continuing success with their gardens. Thanks Matt and Danielle.❤

  • @jessblaylock6051
    @jessblaylock6051 2 года назад +2

    So inspirational

  • @lisadailey
    @lisadailey 2 года назад +6

    I love this! Thank you for sharing this couple's story.🌾🌿🌾🌿🌾

  • @samsdaughterdehaven9990
    @samsdaughterdehaven9990 2 года назад +2

    I don't have a level square yard on our 6 acres! Your lot is marvelous! Truly a blank canvas.

  • @sloanerifficheart7479
    @sloanerifficheart7479 2 года назад +5

    I really like seeing that little mapped out plan of your property!

  • @dionkacraig7642
    @dionkacraig7642 2 года назад +3

    Did they say half acre 😩…..really opening my mind!! Thank you so much!

  • @luistello1971
    @luistello1971 2 года назад +2

    Brilliant!

  • @joyrasavong3884
    @joyrasavong3884 2 года назад +6

    It's amazing story, I love garden too.These past two years I am growing a few green in my backyard but still learning and Thank You so much for sharing your experience.

  • @mercedesponce8632
    @mercedesponce8632 2 года назад +2

    Absolutamente maravilloso.........inspirándome a seguir en mi proyecto.

  • @gioknows
    @gioknows Год назад

    OMG this is *EXACTLY* what I want to be doing. I'm 58 and recently retired. I don't have quite as much land as you but my backyard is big enough. I want to get a dome!!!! You have inspired me, thank you. Cheers from Ottawa. 🍁

  • @kathmandu1575
    @kathmandu1575 2 года назад +2

    Excellent video - thanks!

  • @lasanallien6657
    @lasanallien6657 2 года назад +2

    This is so very cool

  • @noraanderson3503
    @noraanderson3503 2 года назад +3

    What a lovely couple and garden ❣️

  • @abigailr4243
    @abigailr4243 2 года назад +6

    Thanks for sharing! After posting the dome tours, it’s nice to see these put into practice

  • @travelatel
    @travelatel 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful scenery

  • @rhondakeith1617
    @rhondakeith1617 2 года назад +1

    Love the radish pods. People can them as pickles.

  • @jorgemendes1484
    @jorgemendes1484 Год назад +6

    What a beautiful couple. Love your garden

  • @charlesbale8376
    @charlesbale8376 Год назад +2

    I really enjoy what you have done to make your world better and more enjoyable.

  • @Synergywellnessny
    @Synergywellnessny 2 года назад +2

    awesome! i live in nyc, wish i could do this. but when i move eventually i will be doing this. thanks.

  • @johnmatallana8106
    @johnmatallana8106 Год назад

    No tilling, I would not call that a lazy Gardner. More like a conscientious Gardner. I love what you said in regards to working with nature rather than controlling. Thank you for sharing your beautiful space.

  • @thisismexx214
    @thisismexx214 2 года назад +10

    Well done 👍 keep up the good and hard work xxx much love from 🇬🇧

  • @bonniehoke-scedrov4906
    @bonniehoke-scedrov4906 2 года назад +1

    Great video! Thanks!

  • @chattykathie7129
    @chattykathie7129 2 года назад +2

    My husband has Parkinson’s, his passion is gardening. It’s therapeutic for him. It would be great if you could share your experience with people like him. 😍 we plant some plants in a raised bed near our road with a sign free pick a few.

  • @bingeducationcentre3557
    @bingeducationcentre3557 2 года назад +2

    Amazing

  • @hippieschick6473
    @hippieschick6473 2 года назад +3

    I love love those domes so much I wish they were affordable...we have a super harsh winter so looking at all these options!!!

    • @deborahcaira5086
      @deborahcaira5086 2 года назад

      Where are you located? Arctic Acres is in Ontario, another company called Growing Spaces in the States.

  • @micheleharris2361
    @micheleharris2361 2 года назад +2

    I loved this share - thanks to Gabe and Deborah for sharing this part of their journey. It’s very encouraging. Maybe considering teaching, videos perhaps, of your progress in this. It’s really interesting to see what and how you are doing this. :)

  • @evenchel
    @evenchel Год назад +1

    I found that a lot of IT specialists come to permaculture. That's great!

  • @deborahlewis3954
    @deborahlewis3954 2 года назад +3

    Wow - love what you are doing !

  • @loril.mangold8160
    @loril.mangold8160 2 года назад +5

    I Love that you consider your neighbors that have food insecurity, God Bless you two

  • @Brellowcrop
    @Brellowcrop 2 года назад +5

    You wanna get some lavender, bees love lavender 💜

    • @deborahcaira5086
      @deborahcaira5086 2 года назад

      Got lots! And tons of native plants. We’re loaded with 🐝!

  • @versi1098
    @versi1098 2 года назад +5

    The dome set up was really interesting!

  • @Heartadia
    @Heartadia 2 года назад +3

    Imagine if anyone and everyone able to do this - the amount of healing the planet would receive.

  • @Heather.Something
    @Heather.Something 2 года назад +5

    Wow, so inspiring- thanks for sharing!

  • @KingsMom831
    @KingsMom831 2 года назад +3

    Absolutely LOVE this! 💛
    What a lovely couple😊
    Thanks for another outstanding video!🙏

  • @darlastanley2548
    @darlastanley2548 2 года назад +4

    I love what you two have done. So wonderful!

  • @ImASurvivorNThriver
    @ImASurvivorNThriver 2 года назад +2

    Good stuff! Thanks for sharing.

  • @ghomerhust
    @ghomerhust 2 года назад +9

    i could really be neighbors with this couple! such a great mindset, and the yard just feels cozy while it's doing work to provide. awesome! (plus im a fish freak, i own some huge koi, plus tons of indoor tanks!)

  • @barbarawarren9443
    @barbarawarren9443 2 года назад +3

    Wow! ❤

  • @KalpeshMange92
    @KalpeshMange92 2 года назад +5

    Mat and Danielle! Beautifully shot, this one! :)

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  2 года назад +2

      Thanks so much! We really enjoyed meeting Deborah and Gabe and capturing their story. Happy you enjoyed it :)

  • @msjfab1966
    @msjfab1966 2 года назад +3

    Incredible story. I've always wanted to start my own garden. I grew up with gardens and my mother always had a garden we always had peach, apple and pear trees in the backyard. You have to have that special touch and they definitely have it.

  • @Btnslp
    @Btnslp 2 года назад +5

    Amazing 💖 This video is truly back to nature beautiful to see

  • @organiccleanfoodconnection
    @organiccleanfoodconnection Год назад +4

    Thanks for the video very interesting. I love the dome. I have a geothermal hoop house I built from trampoline frame and old Barnwood :-) it is so awesome to go out on a cold day and enjoy paradise. I have noticed the salad greens are more sweet and crisp growing in the cool weather. You can grow carrots and cover them with 2 foot of straw and dig them up all winter. They are very sweet and crisp also.

  • @nembutsu1045
    @nembutsu1045 2 года назад +3

    nice to see the geodesic domes from the other video in action, they seem to work pretty well

  • @maxsioulas7794
    @maxsioulas7794 2 года назад +3

    love it

  • @paulas_lens
    @paulas_lens 2 года назад +1

    Carrot greens are edible! Chop them up and add to a pasta dish with garlic. YUM

  • @omnitinyhome
    @omnitinyhome Год назад +2

    This is amazing! The ecobubble is a dream for us to have ❤

  • @dalibofurnell
    @dalibofurnell 2 года назад +2

    This is so incredible

  • @pennylainetv
    @pennylainetv 2 года назад +2

    My idols!

  • @candiwallace6605
    @candiwallace6605 2 года назад +5

    So awesome 👍❤🌻

  • @nil981
    @nil981 Год назад +1

    Geodesic domes are really useful in cold climates.

  • @tomhorton7875
    @tomhorton7875 2 года назад +3

    What a great life! Best wishes for the future.

  • @eleanorbertuch135
    @eleanorbertuch135 2 года назад +3

    awesome and interesting. Thank you 🙏🥰

  • @Mgraf06
    @Mgraf06 Год назад +1

    Living the dream! I hope I can have a garden like this in my post-career years