Love this. Going to try it with my girls.
yes. good ideas. We've done a lot of this, and were reminded through the process that there really is no such thing as private property. If you don't pay rent (taxes), the state takes it from you. And the state micromanages just about everything through the permitting process. Third year in a manuf'd home. Had always been in stick and frame. So far, so good.
We do plenty of potatoes for staple. Lots of root veggies. Can and freeze beans and peas. We invested a little every month in freeze dried and that's put away for back up. water is the biggest concern. My daugther covered stacked cases of it with a tapestry and called it a table in her little NY apartmnt. At least set yourself up to be able to stay in place for a good while.
Right now, the girls are in great danger from hawks, eagles, coyotes, and perhaps even a big cat (panther) back there. Miraculously, we've not lost one. They forage happily where ever they wish and then roost in safe quarters at night. They mostly following the cattle's cow pies around. Great for the pasture and cuts down on the flies. However, I've no doubt that one of those predators will learn the super market is open over here, and when that day comes, we'll be using your method. Thanks again!!
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