Hi All,
I'm a 20 year old college student who cannot get enough of everything permaculture. I'm currently studying sustainable agriculture in Italy, and find myself laying awake at night fantasizing about my own homestead. I've been very frugal in my life, and have around $9,000 to my name. In the summers, I forage for wild edibles, and sell my products to restaurants. This is how I have made much of my money. I am dying to start my own small, self-sufficient homestead when I finish school, which I know is not what most 20 year olds dream about. I have spent my summers in Vermont, and I think this is where I'd love to live (although I could be convinced otherwise). I would love to know if anyone else has started a homestead on there own, and at what price. More specifically, if anyone has any experience with natural building and permaculture in a cold weather climate like VT, I'm all ears. I love the idea of using reclaimed and natural materials for building (especially cob). Right now I'm just trying to absorb as much information as possible before I'm finished with school (2016). I'll be back in the States around christmastime. Any comments or feedback is highly appreciated!
Thanks,
Walker