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Go outside right now and see the northern lights.

The meteor shower peak is tonight.

I encourage everyone to view this aug 12&13.

Mark your calendars for August 12 and 13—when over 1,000 meteors are expected to streak across the sky in one of the year’s most dazzling displays. With speeds reaching 150 meteors an hour, it’s nature’s version of a late-night fireworks show. If you enjoy stargazing or magical night skies, this one’s worth staying up for.

This annual shower happens when Earth crosses a comet’s dusty path. As those tiny particles hit our atmosphere, they burn bright—what we call shooting stars. Fast and frequent, these make for a sky show that never disappoints.

To catch the best views, head somewhere dark and open, far from city lights. Look up between midnight and dawn—no gear needed, just a clear view and some patience. You’ll spot bright streaks racing through the night.

It’s a perfect excuse to gather with friends or family under the stars. Snap a few photos, or just soak in the awe of this natural spectacle. The 2027 August meteor shower promises a show to remember.

Before heading out, check the forecast and moon phase. Clear skies and little moonlight make all the difference.

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Wood Ash Part 1 ♻️ Did you know that one cord of hardwood can produce about 5-8 gallons of wood ash? 🪵 We received a lot of questions on our last reel of how to use wood ash so we wanted to share some ways to utilize it around your home. Wood ash is very helpful in slipper conditions. Use it as a natural ice melt on sidewalks or keep a container of ash in your vehicle in case of an emergency when you might need extra traction during winter weather. ❄️ Use about 5 gallons of ash per 1,000 square feet of garden 🌱 It can help prevent calcium deficiency in tomatoes 🍅 Wood ash will raise the pH of soils which is great if you use oak leaves for mulching. However, it is best to avoid using it on your acidic loving crops like blueberries or potatoes. 🫐 🥔 Use it in your chicken run for dust baths and inside the coop to absorb moisture and neutralize odors. Adding wood ash at a ratio of 1% to their feed can also help egg production. 🥚 Wood ash has many cleaning uses. Take advantage of it’s absorbency for cleaning up garage spills. 🚗 Slowly mix in water to create a paste that works great at cleaning wood stove windows, glass top stoves, and polish silver effortlessly. ✨ Because wood ash is alkaline it is a great deodorizer. Use it to absorb odors in your fridge or sprinkle larger chunks in the little box. 🐈 You can also use it as a natural pest repellent for ants, snails, and slugs. 🐜 🐌 The added potassium to pond water will give aquatic plants a boost that compete with algae and slow its growth. 💧 Other uses include 🦋 Repel Moths 🪱 Enrich compost 🔺 Please note these recommendations are for wood ash from clean wood not chemically treated wood such as pressure treated, stained, or painted wood. All ash should be completely cooled before using. #copperknollfarms #agroforestry #forestfarm #forestry #woodstove #njagriculture #afbfshare #woodash #woodlandsmanagement #jerseygrown #salemcountynj #visitsouthjersey #naturenj

Farm fresh eggs are a game-changer, but proper storage is key to keeping them fresh! Here’s how to store your eggs based on their condition: 1. Unwashed Eggs: Store them in the fridge or at room temperature (for up to 2 weeks). Their natural coating helps preserve freshness, so refrigerating them isn’t a must, but it does extend shelf life. 2. Washed Eggs: These should always be refrigerated. Washing removes the protective coating, so storing them in the fridge is essential to keep them fresh and safe. 3. Room Temperature Eggs: Only store unwashed eggs at room temperature. Washed eggs should always be kept chilled to prevent bacteria growth. Room temp storage is ideal for unwashed eggs, but they’re best eaten within a week or two. What farm fresh egg questions do you have for me?? . . . . . . . . . #farmfreshtoyou #farmeggs #chickeneggs #chickensaspets #chickenfarm #hobbyfarm #hobbyfarming #farmlifebestlife #farmwife #hobbyfarmer

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Our Cattle Panel Greenhouse. ☀️🌱 We love this little space! It’s almost time to start seeds!🌱 This greenhouse is 6’ x 12’ and costs around $500 (including the heater). 🌱🌱☀️☀️#growyourcanvas #greenhouse #maine #gourds #seedstarting #diygreenhouse #diyprojects #diy

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