interview in Portland, Oregon some self sustainers

[littlegorb]

i had posted this at backyardchickens last night, somebody suggested i post it here. the video is about 28 minutes long. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHtJlYbOe4k

 

[Blackbird]

A great video! This is something some of us have talked about before, very cool!

 

[littlegorb]

i thought so too. me and a couple of neighbors all grow gardens every year, and share alot. nothing goes to waste as i do compost, and have chickens. it's great! i love the way they (in the video) have utilized all possible space for growing something. everybody pitches in their talents and seems to be working out for them.
and thanks for inviting me to this forum, i think i will like it!

 

[Denim Deb]

Don't have time to watch the video, but

 

[2dream]

I don't have time right now either but will come back later and watch.

And thanks for posting the link.

 

[Blackbird]

The video is about a group of people that bought city property and have three houses that they live in, sharing resources and food, and a car - they have chickens and gardens throughout the yards. Sort of like a commune, but they all live in the city!

 

[littlegorb]

thank you and i'm glad to be here. don't know why i didn't come here a long time ago?
yes the people in the video are pretty organized, one person will cook for a week, and they switch. they have one new house which is a straw bale house. they collect water from the roof run off. one of them is a master gardener i believe. they also hold a meeting once a month, which i think is essential. communication is a must.
they all ride bicycles too. so they are all doing there best to leave such an impact on our mother earth.