Click here to link to the old WormMainea blog.
It contains lots of information, thoughts and ideas about worm composting, gardening and other home adventures.
And check out the linked archive below. (Currently in the process of moving the old blog's info to this new site.)
It contains lots of information, thoughts and ideas about worm composting, gardening and other home adventures.
And check out the linked archive below. (Currently in the process of moving the old blog's info to this new site.)
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Vermicomposting Topic ArchiveVirtual tour of WormMainea
A virtual tour of my worm farm. Vermicomposting Gifts and Supplies Suggested gifts & supplies for vermicomposting. Vermicomposting Cat Waste Can vermicomposting be used for cat waste? Vermicomposting in a School Cafeteria Scaling up to handle a school. Doggie Dumpster A vermicomposting solution for pet waste. Can I go on vacation with a worm bin? ABSOLUTELY! But worm sitting is an interesting way to introduce this to others... Should I start with one pound or two? My recommendation Correcting wet worm bins Signs of a wet bin and how to correct it Interesting Vermi-business Model City resident reports this works for him Hype about worms destroying old growth forests and facts about red wigglers Can I put my red wigglers outside? Starting your worm bin Step-by-step photos and tips for getting started Are you wondering what to buy for Christmas? Worm bins make GREAT gifts What’s in Your Worm Bin?! Other organisms in your bin What is the best size for my worm bin? How big is too big? How small can I go? Overwintering Red Wigglers Outside Tips and suggestions for those interested Worm compost tea vs. worm bin drainage My definintion of each and distinction Meeting fellow vermicomposters Anyone can vermicompost The joys of teaching vermicomposting Will a worm bin make your students eat better? YES! The effect of worm compost tea on Amaryllis Report of an experiment with vermicomposttea on Amaryllis growth Retreating snow uncovers presents from neighborhood dogs Alternatives to dealing with pet feces What do I do with worm castings in March? Storing worm castings and suggestions\ Sourcing food for my herd and dreams of a composter for every home, restaurant, and grocery Feeding a bunch of worm bins and how this can help reduce waste in a community Trial and error Learning vermicomposting is easy and fun Vermicomposting is EASY! Bedding for worm bins and the zen of shredding newspaper Frequent questions about newspaper and how I spend many mornings Fruit flies Fixing a fruit fly problem and prevention Seasonality of worm compost tea compost tea Observations about making vermicompost tea |
Energy and Environment Topic ArchiveThe leap
Introduction The chipmunk Bird netting and chipmunks are a bad combination The Magic of Craigslist OR One Man's Trash is Another Man’s Treasure Home renovation project produces almost no waste There is enough sun for everyone-- the proof! Report on our solar hot air system Home Efficiency Project Part 1: Efficiency Maine's 2020 Home Energy Savings Program Home Efficiency Project Part 2: Home Energy Audit-- blower door and FLIR results Home Efficiency Project Part 3: Recommendations, decisions, and action plan Home Efficiency Project Part 4: Air sealing top and bottom of the house Home Efficiency Project Part 5: Air source water heater Home Efficiency Project Part 6: Air sealing outlets Home Efficiency Project Part 7: Air sealing and insulating the attic (contracted work) Home Efficiency Project Part 8: Return energy audit and my return on investment calculation Organic Lawn Care How well does organic lawn care work? My experience and photos Building a Raised Bed A simple weekend project Thoughts on Weeds What exactly is a weed? Your actions and choices can save the world Book review Natural lawn care: preparing and timing top dressing Step-by-step recommendations for natural lawn care in the spring Why do you need a garbage disposal? You don't! Big savings from a small investment can reduce your carbon footprint and bills! My experience with an Intellicon What can you do at home to help save the world? There's enough sun for everyone! My wife's observation about peak oil concerns and how we are addressing it-- solar hot air Solar energy confusion Solar energy options in Maine and at my home Making kombucha Instructions to make a fermented tea drink Mount Washington Hike 2010 I love to hike Barter is Better I love to barter Leaf Blowers are Evil! Why they should be avoided |
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