Claudia Shimkus

I have had some unexpected developments arise for the weekend of 9/27
I can still host a potluck, but it will need to be from 9am-12 noon. More of a brunch
I have to ask everyone to leave at noon, even Paul.  so sorry for that.  I thought I had it all figured out and then life happens!
so far, only Paul and Steffani have indicated interest.
Another option is to cancel and plan something for October when Paul is here for his regular blood donation
If we do cancel, Paul, you can still stay here Friday night, but not Saturday night.
Again, I apologize for the change.  Usually I don't have too much going on, and then everything at once!

I can host the next gathering, I hate to lose the momentum.  I have a small house, but we could use the garage if we need to.  I live on about 8 acres, mostly wooded and steep, with a tiny stream that is hard to get to.  
Paul, I have a place for you to stay, just let me know what you need to be comfortable including food and drink.
I am on the West Plains, in the Deep Creek area, 1 mile East of the Hutterite Colony

I would propose 10 am to 2pm or so.

I will make soup, maybe tortilla soup or albondigas.  Maybe just snack at will instead of a set time to eat, or plan brunch and get re-acquainted as we eat

I really like the idea of a "Cottage Rocket Assembly Line" for take home. However, I don't know anything about it, maybe another date.

I would really like to share more about each other and our interests as well as contact info.  We could document this and have it to send electronically maybe.

I could organize any of the following activities:
1.  I teach a "Life in the Soil" class as taught by Elaine Ingham.  Covers the who, what, when, why, where and how of the microbes in the soil.  Takes about 2 hours.  
2.  We could do a forest walk, id plants, discuss use of forest for permaculture purposes, etc. Paul might be willing to share his thoughts about what he would recommend about my property, as far as making it a permaculture paradise.  Probably about 1-11/2 hours.
3.  I can demonstrate making compost, how to use compost and how to make compost extract according to what I learned from Elaine Ingham.  would take about 1 - 11/2 hours
4.  I can demonstrate growing microgreens.  I use this for salad during the winter.  would take about 1 hour
5. we could make sauerkraut.  1-2 hours
6.  we could roast and can green chiles.  2-3 hours
I am open to other suggestions if someone else has something to share.

The projects I have in progress are:
Hugel beds
garden
orchard
My dreams are for a pond(s), a crater garden, a rocket mass heater, a passive greenhouse and a willow feeder, basically a permaculture paradise!


Please respond so I know if there is interest and I will know how to plan.

I really like the idea of a take home rocket heater.
Tell us what we need to bring if you decide to do this
Thank you

Sept 27 works for me
Snacks sounds good, then we aren’t trying to herd cats
My offer still stands, however, it sounds like RMH is of interest. And since Nick wants to build one on his patio, let’s do that. That is if Nick can assemble material by then. I have plans from Ernie and Erica for “TheAnnex 6” diameter RMH” and the 4 dvd set for DIY RMH from Paul that I can share

I would like to second Nick's comments.  A big thanks to Paul and everyone for the great food and conversation.

I would be willing to host the next soiree.  I live in the Deep Creek area, near intersection of Wood Road and Euclid Road.  I live on 6 acres or so, mostly wooded.  I have many "work in progress" projects and many dreams.  I have 2 hugels that have some things growing in them.

I will propose one of the following days of September:  6,7,13 or 14.

I will propose a Mexican Food themed potluck, I will supply shredded beef and tortillas.

I will propose a mid morning start, and eat around 2pm.

I will propose the following for doing:
  get real dirty and finish another half built hugel
  take a forest walk for plant id, plant collection, and seed collection
  roast and can green chiles
 make a compost pile and/or make some compost extract and apply it
  also, I have taken Elaine Ingham's class and teach the Who, What, When, How, Why and Where of the Soil Microbiome.  I can also teach what I learned from Elaine about making compost.  I can also demonstrate use of a microscope to identify soil and compost organisms.

I would also like to spend some time on learning more about each person's interests, current projects and areas of expertise.  Maybe compose a  bio with contact info to share.

Let me know what you think.

also, if Samantha would be willing to share her contact info, I would like to order wheat.  Her vegetables were delicious!!
my email is : mcshim@msn.com

Would love to have some onions and sunchokes to plant!

I have a private guest room with bath in the basement so If Paul needs a place to stay he is welcome here. Meals included! We are about 22 miles west of Nicks house

I’m planning on attending. Will bring a vegetable salad.

Sometimes bacon, and sometimes smoke sausage
Either added along with the recipe at the top
Bay leaf
And biscuits or dumplings