#206 Build a Folding BBQ Prep Table Homestead Pilgrim 2023-12-26 | I built these foldable BBQ tables for my three adult children. Hope they enjoy! Idea from this video youtube.com/watch?v=oDwcthgLN_Q&t=372sBanjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#205 Brinly PA 482BH A2 Tow Behind Plug Aerator Assembly and Use Homestead Pilgrim 2023-09-26 | I picked up an aerator on Amazon and wanted to show you the assembly and usage. Perfect time to aerate the lawn since we had tropical storm Ophelia just pass by and dumped a lot of rain. Perfect for making plugs with the aerator. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#204 Late Summer 2023 Garden Update Homestead Pilgrim 2023-09-11 | Long hot summer here in NC folks! Success with the garden even with a very late start. Canned 15 pints of pizza sauce and more maters to come!See That 1870's Homestead recipe here youtu.be/cmOvB9v5_W4?si=VRn_RBKIbLbD2rmo Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#203 Starting the 2023 Garden and Other Updates Homestead Pilgrim 2023-05-26 | Woven weed fabric, composted manure, filling the raised beds, and other prep for this year's garden.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#202 Shop Upgrades and Big Announcement Homestead Pilgrim 2023-04-04 | We have a huge addition to the shop in the form of a Delta 10" table saw and the start of a big shop project to go along with the table saw, an outfeed table (thanks DIY Tyler!). I also have a big announcement that will greatly impact the need for the table saw going forward.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#201 Clearing Windfall with the Utility Trailer Homestead Pilgrim 2023-01-16 | Ok, the first significant usage of the Utility Trailer I build a few weeks ago. This thing will definitely earn its keep! Highly recommended!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#200 Build a Utility Trailer on a Northern Tool Farm Tuff Frame Homestead Pilgrim 2023-01-08 | I've been wanting to build this for a while so that I can haul many items around the homestead: Grass, limbs, logs, garden supplies, you name it. This utility trailer seems to be very robust and I hope it lasts for many years of hard work.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#199 Planting Blueberries and Raspberries Homestead Pilgrim 2022-12-11 | I ordered several varieties of blueberries and a variety of raspberries and they just arrived. The blueberries are an early Xmas present to my wife. I've been looking forward to adding these to my garden.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#198 Visit to the Third Annual Smokeout - True Smoke BBQ Facebook Group Homestead Pilgrim 2022-10-30 | Great visit to the Third Annual Smokeout put on by the Facebook Group True Smoke BBQ (link): facebook.com/groups/465202487368522Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#197 Racks360 Unboxing Setup and First Use Homestead Pilgrim 2022-07-23 | I purchased the Racks360 product from Messicks to carry my Stihl 91R Weed Trimmer while I'm mowing with my Zero Turn Mower. This is vid shows the unboxing and usage of the system. I highly recommend it.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#196 DIY Fertilizer Injector for Gravity Drip Irrigation Homestead Pilgrim 2022-07-10 | I was worried that my gravity drip irrigation system didn't have enough pressure to run a fertilizer injector, but this DIY injector works great!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#195 Cattle Panel Trellis and Expanding the Drip Irrigation Homestead Pilgrim 2022-07-05 | I saw a great video from Gardner Scott about how he builds his cattle panel trellises. I love the idea and put my own together for my cucumbers to climb on. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#194 Bagging Apples on the Tree for Protection Homestead Pilgrim 2022-07-02 | The squirrels like my apples, so hopefully these fruit bags protect them from critters.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#193 Drip Irrigation Initial Setup Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-30 | I went with Drip Depot for drip irrigation supplies. I setup a few raised beds and two rows of inground beds initially to get started.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#192 Early Summer Garden Walk and Drip Depot Unboxing Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-26 | I take a tour of this summer's garden on June 1st 2022. I also unbox the Drip Depot delivery with the drip irrigation supplies that will be a game changer here on the homestead.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#191 June 2022 Setup of the Biting Fly Trap Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-20 | It's time to setup the Biting Fly Trap for Summer 2022. This trap design works extremely well capturing the horse flies and other biting insects here in North Carolina. I spend some time here providing measurements of the build in case you want to build one yourself. I have other videos on this trap as well.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#190 Using Edge Extenders for Hauling Limbs Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-16 | I couldn't wait to try out these Edge Extenders for my L2501 Bucket. I have a long driveway that is lined with trees that grow too close to the cars. I used the Edge Extenders to lengthen my bucket so I can carry a load of limbs. I'll use these more often when hauling limbs, small logs and other debris.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#189 Mid May 2022 Garden Walkthrough Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-13 | Quick walkthrough of the garden as of Mid-May 2022. I got a late start this year and trying to make major improvements this year. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#188 2022 Battle of the Briar Patch! Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-05 | The 2022 battle of the briars took almost a full week (including vacation time). But now, I can actually get down to the pond to my happy place! I review the tools and techniques to make the job easier, but it is still one of the hardest jobs on the homestead (physically). Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#187 Filling Up the Raised Beds Hugelkultur Style Homestead Pilgrim 2022-06-03 | Time to fill up the remaining raised beds. I've taken the Hugelkultur concept to gain the benefits of that process.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#186 My Grass is Stunning And so is the Honda HRX217HYA Mower! Homestead Pilgrim 2022-05-29 | This is my 4th cutting season with the Honda HRX217HYA and it is still a beast, running like new. The grass is stunning this spring and what I am doing must be working!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#185 Planting a Mess of Taters in Containers Homestead Pilgrim 2022-05-20 | Potatoes are turning out to be one of my favorite crops. I am trying them in containers this time around and hopefully I get a great harvest in 90 or so days! Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#184 Expanding the Compost Bins and Turning Compost Homestead Pilgrim 2022-05-17 | I needed more bins for the compost area, so using good ole pallets. I tell you... turning compost is not a trivial task!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#183 Cutting Seed Taters to Prep for Planting Homestead Pilgrim 2022-05-15 | I'm trying to grow potatoes in containers this year instead of the ground. This is the first step to pepping for planting.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#182 Tarping the In Ground Beds for Weed Suppression Homestead Pilgrim 2022-05-08 | I purchased these very inexpensive but durable tarps at the local farm supply store and will tarp the in-ground beds to kill all the weeds prior to putting down more manure compost and planting.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#181 Using the Edge Tamers to Scoop Up Old Manure Compost Homestead Pilgrim 2022-04-29 | I was watching a Tractor Time with Tim video a few years ago and remembered that he showcased a product called Edge Tamers. I was wanting a solution to carrying limbs and small logs in my FEL on the Kubota, but I didn't want to "fork out" $ for a grapple or Fork attachments. I have yet to use the extenders on the Edge Tamers for that application, but I did use them to prevent the bucket from digging the ground up while I recovered old manure compost. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#180 Pruning and Fertilizing the Orchard Homestead Pilgrim 2022-04-18 | There is something about caring for fruit trees that is very calming... I'm just a tad late with pruning but I really needed to do so. Also needed to fertilize to give the trees a boost as they bud out and start to produce fruit.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#179 Tobacco is Dried and Ready for Storage Homestead Pilgrim 2022-04-11 | I let the tobacco dry for an extended period of time and now I'm ready to move the leaves from the drying sticks to clear bags. The leaves are fully desiccated and very unlikely to grow mold (or so I think). Later, I'll try processing/fermenting the leaves.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#178 Kubota Z411 Zero Turn First Use and Impressions Homestead Pilgrim 2022-04-04 | I really like this mower. Takes some time to get used to it and I really needed to be more careful around expensive obstacles... I won't spoil it... be sure to watch!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#177 Picking Up My New Kubota Z411 Zero Turn Mower Homestead Pilgrim 2022-03-07 | This Kubota zero turn will surely help out this season and hopefully many many seasons to come. The channel's ad revenue was used to purchase this equipment, so a special thanks to all the viewers and supporters of this channel! So excited to start using it once the grass takes off this spring.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#176 Turning 60 and Shopping for a Zero Turn Mower Homestead Pilgrim 2022-03-03 | I turned 60 on Feb 26th, wow. Hard to fathom. Anyway, I take a trip to two dealers that sell Zero turn mowers to check out the ExMark and Kubota Zero Turns. I had mixed results.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#175 Perfect Time of Year to Harvest Compost Material Homestead Pilgrim 2021-12-13 | Once full season of collecting grass clippings and now combined with mulched leaves has completely filled my compost bins with great greens and browns to use next Spring in the garden! Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#174 Kubota L2501 Grooming the Driveway Before Winter Sets In Homestead Pilgrim 2021-09-27 | This tractor and two attachments: Land Pride Grader Scraper and County Line Scraper Blade are ideal for maintaining a long gravel driveway. I'm glad I was able to complete this task before all the leaves come down as then tend to clog the grader scraper (land plane) even more than the weeds and grass do currently. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.comAcoustic Guitar 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Artist: http://audionautix.com
#173 Harvesting and Hanging Tobacco Homestead Pilgrim 2021-08-23 | The tobacco is ready to start picking the lower leaves, stringing and hanging in the barn for curing. Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#172 July 2021 Garden Walkabout Homestead Pilgrim 2021-08-16 | Quick walkthrough of the garden at mid-summer.
#171 Drought Proofing the Garden Water Supply Homestead Pilgrim 2021-08-09 | We have had infrequent rain to the point that the pond overflow doesn't have enough water to keep the ram pump operating. I have to resort to a backup solution so that I can get water up to the pasture garden in times of drought.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#170 Harvesting Green Beans Homestead Pilgrim 2021-08-02 | Had a respectable harvest of green beans so far. The garden is producing nicely and beyond my expectations. Had some squash bug issues so I'm learning more with each veggie.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#169 Harvesting Red Taters and Beets Homestead Pilgrim 2021-07-27 | The red tater harvest was a bit more productive than the yukon gold harvest. I may try containers next time to increase yields. Nevertheless, the taters, beets, carrots and onions are absolutely delicious roasted with olive oil, salt and pepper!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#168 Bug Infestation in the Garden and an Organic Remedy Homestead Pilgrim 2021-07-20 | Squash bugs have done in my squash and zucchini plants. The organic spray is helping some but I was too late applying it. Another note to self: start preventative spraying earlier in the lifecycle of the plant.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#167 Orchard Work and Planting the Paw Paw Tree Homestead Pilgrim 2021-07-12 | Finally received my fruit trees, a Paw Paw and another Pecan tree as well as some berry plants. Also, we finally have our first apples ever!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#166 Harvesting Salad from the Garden and Using the New Compost Thermometer Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-28 | We have been harvesting great salads from the garden and all is going well. I purchased a compost thermometer on Amazon to measure the compost bin temperature and the result shocked me!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#165 Garden Trellis for Raised Beds Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-25 | I copied Josh Sattin's idea for the Trellis to Make You Jealous. This is a perfect solution to supporting the plants in my raised beds. I will also use this technique in the future as the sweet potato vines get longer and start to spread. Look for the picture of the garden visitor at the end!Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#164 Biting Fly Trap Setup and Measurements - Summer 2021 Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-21 | In this video, I setup the biting fly trap due to the more frequent appearance of horse flies lately. I also respond to a viewer's comment and measure the dimensions of the trap and how I assembled it.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#163 Lawn Improvements Before and After Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-17 | I thought I would show the tremendous improvement in our lawn thanks to a aerating and over-seeding last October 2020 with a couple of doses of fertilizer and one dose of lime. So happy with the results and The Rebels Tall Fescue Southern Classic grass seed.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#162 Planting Sweet Taters Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-14 | The purple sweet potato produced 99% of the slips and they are now rooted and ready for planting. I am trying them in containers and in the ground to see what is best.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#161 Planting Tobacco Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-07 | First time planting tobacco. I have four (4) varieties: two wrappers (Black Mammoth and Greenwood Dark) and two fillers (Havana Long Leaf and Indian Rustica). I'm not a smoker... this is just a curiosity project and yes, I plan to cure, ferment, and give away what I process (pipe and cigars).Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#160 Using Cardboard for Weed Suppression Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-03 | Here I'm continuing to build out the garden paths with cardboard and wood chips to help keep the grass at bay. I'll continue to save all cardboard as it is so useful in the garden. I only use brown cardboard for the garden beds and other colored cardboard in the paths.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#159 Making More In-Ground Beds Homestead Pilgrim 2021-06-01 | I finally got some time to put in another set of in-ground vegetable garden beds using composted cow manure and paths lined with cardboard and wood chips.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
#158 Stepping up Tobacco Seedlings to Solo Cups Homestead Pilgrim 2021-05-25 | Time to step up the tobacco seedlings that are too big for the seed starting tray. I can't believe the success with germination. I bought the seeds from LeafOnly.com. The Indian Rustica grew fast and the other three (Greenwood Dark, Black Mammoth, and Havana Long Leaf) are coming in as well. This will be a fun project.Banjo Short by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0) Artist: http://audionautix.com
