Week 1 post for Backyard Homesteading.

1. Goals Articulation
Nicholas Barrett-Miller

2. Brainstorming Process
 I started by just taking a look at the current state of
the property
 Then I began writing down everything I could think
of as it pertained to overarching goals for
modification
 Water
 Energy
 Food
 Then I branched out from those three goals into
other areas

3. Goals Articulation
Statement
 This homestead produces an abundance of fruits,
vegetables, herbs, and grains. There is limited meat
and poultry production in addition to honey and
other crafts. It is heated by wood, and powered by
the sun. Waste is processed on-site. Water is
provided by the town.

4. Homestead Description
 The homestead is a half acre in a suburb.
 Bordered by other properties, a very small stand of trees,
and a highway.
 The property is relatively level with most of the space
devoted to herb, vegetable, and fruit production.
 The forest area features a mushroom cultivation area,
chicken forage, and bee hives.
 The roof of the household is used for rainwater collection
and solar power.

5. Homestead Description
(cont.)
 Edge areas are planted with flowers and other wild
herbs.
 Waste is processed in an on site septic tank.
 Maple trees are tapped for sap.
 There is limited sunlight in the yard due to the
surrounding trees, but this can be overcome
through pruning and low-light requirement species
selection.

6. Barrett-Miller Household