Canning Classes by Michelle

Dark Honey Order

Post by Elizabeth Kay

Hey, guys, just came across a gentleman that sells raw honey up in Salt Lake City(his farm is in Morgan) - he normally sells the light honey to his customers and keeps his darker honey for himself, but he has to replace some of his bee equipment and has to sell some of his last year's stash to help recoup some of his costs. He is offering 50 pound buckets of honey for $125(comes in a 4.5 gallon bucket).

Just a bit of info for ya on the matter -

I have NOT ordered from him before.

Some of his buckets are solid, some are not - this is because he had a customer ask to warm hers up to a pourable consistency which he did (warmed up to 105 degrees for 3 days to warm through), and then she didn't ever come to collect her buckets. If you want solid or you want pourable, we can open the bucket to check and see. He does screen for loose material(aka bees), but he does not process or pasteurize the honey in any way.

Dark honey has a more robust flavor than light. Some people might not like the taste. But, dark honey is better when you want to target your allergies. This is also great honey for ulcers. A blurp from a honey organization describes, "While it is not an indicator of honey quality and there are exceptions to the rule, generally speaking, the darker color the honey, the higher its mineral contents, the pH readings, and the aroma/flavor levels. Minerals such as potassium, chlorine, sulfur, iron, manganese, magnesium, and sodium have been found to be much higher in darker honeys." Remember that both honeys are better than pasteurized honey. Because darker honey has these properties/minerals in higher concentration than light, most of the time, it ends up being more expensive than light. That's why this is such a great deal.

This will most likely be a one time order. This is because he doesn't normally sell his dark honey. I might order his light colored honey in the fall, but I'm not sure yet. We're taking this one step at a time. :)

If you want a bucket, please let me know asap. I will NOT be able to front your money, BUT the farmer is letting us take as many as are ordered, and I can send him the money as I get it. SO, just let me know what you want, and send me your money asap.

Let me know if you have any questions!

Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com

Spring Transplant Sale!

IT'S TIME TO PLANT YOUR SPRING GARDEN!  
by Marilyn of Organic Edibles

When: Saturday, May 12

Time: 9am til noon

Where: Cowboy Trail Farm
6550 Cowboy Trail
NW - off 215 & Bradley
Las Vegas, NV (map)
Look for the "Cowboy Shadow" and DRIVE THRU to the backyard gardens

We have a variety of transplants ready to be planted in your home gardens. Come early and get your first choice.

Here's the list of what will be ready for Sale --

* Several varieties of tomatoes
* Broccoli
* Sweet Peppers
* Medium and Hot Peppers
* Herbs
* Cucumbers
* Squash

NOTE : We will continue to have transplants available as they are ready

Contact Marilyn for more info (702) 604-3165

Build a Greener (PopUp) Block Party!

This is going to be an amazing Event!

For the weekend of April 28th & 29th, a Group of Community Volunteers, including Cowboy Trail Farm/Organic Edibles, are taking over a run down, depressed block on Main Street (right off of Charleston where the Attic used to be) and we're creating a pop up community full of art, music, food, wellness, and more. This EVENT is to bring the community together It's like nothing Vegas has ever seen.

Come and check it out. Here's a link to find out more -- http://vimeo.com/39251729

COWBOY TRAIL FARMS IS HAVING A VEGETABLE STAND TO SUPPORT THIS CAUSE AND WE NEED A FEW PEOPLE TO HELP "MAN" OUR STAND FOR AN HOUR OR TWO.

Hours of the Event: Saturday - 10am til 11pm  & Sunday - 10am til 4pm

*** IF YOU CAN HELP US AT OUR VEGETABLE STAND, PLEASE CONTACT MARILYN AT 604-3165 ASAP. WE NEED 3 OR 4 PEOPLE EACH DAY FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS***

Upcoming Canning Classes!

photo by Ball

Interested in learning how to can fresh fruits and vegetables for the winter months? I am a Cerified Master Food Preserver and will be teaching classes this Spring and Summer. If interested please call Michelle at (702) 326-9611

Spring Transplant Sale

IT'S TIME TO PLANT YOUR SPRING GARDEN!  
by Marilyn of Organic Edibles

When: Saturday, April 21

Time: 9am til noon

Where: Cowboy Trail Farm
6550 Cowboy Trail
NW - off 215 & Bradley
Las Vegas, NV (map)
Look for the "Cowboy Shadow" and DRIVE THRU to the backyard gardens

We have a variety of transplants ready to be planted in your home gardens. Come early and get your first choice.

Here's the list of what will be ready for Sale --

* Several varieties of tomatoes
* Broccoli
* Sweet Peppers
* Medium and Hot Peppers
* Herbs
* Cucumbers
* Squash

NOTE : We will continue to have transplants available as they are ready

Contact Marilyn for more info (702) 604-3165

Global Sun Oven Group Buy Program

Post by Elizabeth, Photo by Sun Oven

I know we are in the middle of an order, but I couldn't pass up this opportunity as I've been waiting for an excellent deal on this specifically for AWHILE...so I thought I'd pass this along and see if we have enough people to order. We need at least 5 orders. I'm one. So, I need 4 more. Don't feel pressured though, just look at the attachment and tell me if you'd like one too. Things to think about.

Sun Ovens are excellent in the desert. :)
Shipping cost is normally $30-$35 dollars each oven; it is free right now.
Accessories normally 70% more.

Sun Oven offers demonstrations to help you get started. I think this is an excellent way to expand your skills, and if you used your sun oven to replace one meal a week, you'd save money on your bills! :) Learning to live on less is part of being self-reliant! So, tell me what YOU think! No pressure... :)

Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com