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A Mountain Hearth

Tales of Modern Homesteading and Outdoor Adventure

September 4, 2015

How ‘Bout Them Apples?

Although not a fantastic apple year, I managed to glean a few decent sized baskets full off of abandoned fruit trees for pressing into cider. Our trees at home produced heavily last year and not so much this year, but as a result, we found some new picking spots that should be good sources in better fruiting years. Our garage smells deliciously of apples now, and I’m excited to break out the handmade apple press I was given for my birthday and see it in action! Fall is beginning and I could not be any happier about it.
How ‘Bout them apples?

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Out here in Oregon, I enjoy the rough-hewn life of a modern homesteader and mountain woman, weaving the outdoors into the fabric of daily life. Whether tending this McKenzie River homestead hearth or a campfire in the backcountry, I find great enjoyment in the work of a sustainable life. Gather around as I share my tales of outdoor adventure, conservation, restoration, land stewardship, wildcrafting, handcrafting, growing food, and keeping chickens. It is my hope to share ideas and inspiration, and strengthen connections with the land and wild places. Read More…

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