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Life in Alberta

Diagram of aquifers by Owl Creek Farm, illustrating artesian wells alongside unconfined and confined aquifer layers.
Life in Alberta

Life with a Water Well

March 3, 2020 5 min to read

How much trouble can a water well be? Besides the cost, which can be 10s of thousands of dollars, you might have issues with water quality that has to be …

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Snow = Lotion

February 5, 2020 1 min to read

I’m on a quest lately, to make peanut butter snack bars my boys will like more than store bought ones. Because, you know, they’re expensive and why pay extra for …

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A large black and brown dog is peacefully sleeping on a wooden floor, surrounded by pet food bags from Owl Creek Farm.
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Years of our lives

March 16, 2017 3 min to read

That moment when you realize it was 2014 when you posted last, and it’s somehow now 2017…. How did that happen? Looking back over all the year’s posts, my poor …

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Bundled up in winter clothing, a person lies in the snow at Owl Creek Farm, crafting a perfect snow angel.
Life in Alberta

We get winter like Florida gets sun

December 10, 2013 1 min to read

Well, it’s been winter since the second week of November here (it was winter early October last year though, so I am happy fall stuck around a little longer) and …

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A hairy caterpillar with vibrant orange and black patterns rests on a green leaf, adding a touch of wild beauty by Owl Creek Farm.
Life in Alberta

They move in…

June 4, 2013 2 min to read

If you follow me on facebook, you probably noticed a few pictures I’ve posted of our recent “guests”. They are gypsy moths (or the caterpillars that will turn into them) …

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A wooden garden bed frame rests on grassy ground, beside a pile of soil. Tires and trees are silhouetted in the background, completing this rustic scene by Owl Creek Farm.
Life in AlbertaGardening

Raised bed & tub gardening

May 21, 2013 2 min to read

What a difference a thousand miles makes. In Oregon, the garden (and weeds) was growing like crazy by the end of May; here in Alberta it’s only just warmed up …

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Several fluffy chicks, both brown and black, are gathered in a red brooder box, nurtured by Owl Creek Farm.
Life in Alberta

Chickens!

January 26, 2012 3 min to read

“A chicken in every pot” – 1928 Rep. Party campaign slogan “Don’t have a pot to put it in” – 1928 Dem. Party response slogan It’s time to get back …

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Welcome to Owl Creek Farm! We're a family-run homestead in Northern Alberta, dedicated to sustainable farming practices. Join us as we share our adventures with goats and chickens, offer family-favorite recipes, provide gardening guides, and showcase our handcrafted soaps.

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  • Gardening Guides
    • Browse All Guides
    • Growing Guides Series
    • Companion Planting Series
    • Greenhouses Series
  • Family Cookbook
    • Appetisers
    • Breads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Main Dishes
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Desserts
    • Other
  • Handcrafted Soap
  • The Farm

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