GIVE A BEE A HOME
Bee's make great pollinators. This video demonstrates how to make a Bee House for less than $10.
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Food Thoughts
A source for information on Food Banks, Community Meal Programs, Community Gardens, and good food information
519-376-1560
WELCOME TO FOOD THOUGHTS
A place for those dedicated to and interested in, solving the Food Insecurity Needs of Bruce Grey. Food Insecurity is a symptom of poverty and the lack of affordable (geared to income) and safe housing.
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Starting a Seed Library
Saving seeds is a great way to collect seeds for more nutritionally dense seeds and vegetables that are suited to your climate
Bee & Butterfly Gardens - The importance of pollinators
Every gardener should plan a Bee and Butterfly component in their plans.
HUGELKULTUR - Why this is such a cool idea!
If you have never heard about this very cool gardening method, take a few minutes and watch this great video.
Inexpensive Four Season "Hoop" Houses
Having an inexpensive Hoop House is a great way to extend your growing season.
BREAKING DOWN STIGMA - The head start in the race of life
Breaking down stigma starts with an awareness that it even exists.
VERTICAL GARDENING - 3 Easy Steps
Planning your garden for the spring but want to grow more, check out this short video from "Home and Garden for Mere Mortals."
Starting your garden while there is still snow on the ground
Another great suggestion from Simona, one of Community Gardens resources. Well worth the time to watch!
Lessons about Grant Rejections
Before writing any grant applications, take some time and watch this video.
GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD
A great article on gardening from the Owen Sound Hub
FOODS YOU DON'T HAVE TO REFRIGERATE
Foods that are good for community gardens to grow and that are good for food banks because they do not require refrigeration.
HAVE A PROBLEM? HAVE A QUESTION? CALL 211!
HAVE A PROBLEM, DON'T KNOW WHO TO CALL .... 211 IS THE RIGHT ANSWER
WANT TO MAKE FUNDRAISING EASIER?
LEARN ABOUT CANADA HELPS. This organization makes fund raising easier for donors and for the charitable organization. Check it out.
6 Proven Strategies to Boost Garden Harvests
Increase your garden's output with this easy tips and enjoy fresh food all through the growing season, not just in the fall
Indigenous Gardens - From TVO's Ontario Hubs
Education and knowledge help to build community partnerships.
WRITING GRANTS 101 – Tips to make your life easier and less frustrating.
Writing Grant Applications is not a skill anyone is born with. Here are 25 tips that will help you turn your hopes into actuality.
URBAN GARDENING/SMALL SPACE GARDENING
Simona is our expert on all things gardening, second harvesting, and is already working with many of our partners.
SAVING SEEDS
Saving seeds is a key component of building sustainable community gardens.
Vermicomposting
Vermicomposting should be a key part of any community garden. Simona Freigburgova suggested this video and it is well worth the few minutes
Saving Seeds - An in-depth look
If you have never considered Saving Seeds before, you might after investing 30 minutes of your time watching this excellent video.
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380 9th Street East, Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
519-376-1560
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