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Becoming a “Certified Wildlife Habitat” Jun 02, 2023

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Join the movement! Certifying your garden as a Wildlife Habitat is a great way to show your values and promote gardening for wildlife in your community. Here is the link to learn more! Connect With David Mizejewski: David Mizejewski is a naturalist, author and television presenter with the National Wildlife Federation. He holds a degree in Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University and has hosted television series on both Animal Planet and NatGeo WILD. He's dedicated to helping others understand and protect the natural world, especially by restoring wildlife habitat where people live—which is the subject of his bestselling garden how-to book “Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife.” David’s Social Media:

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The Best (And Worst) Bird Feeders Jun 01, 2023

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To support birds, you must support insects in your garden. David talks more about the ideas behind Gardening for Wildlife and how we can mimic nature to support birds and other critters. Connect With David Mizejewski:
David Mizejewski is a naturalist, author and television presenter with the National Wildlife Federation. He holds a degree in Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University and has hosted television series on both Animal Planet and NatGeo WILD. He's dedicated to helping others understand and protect the natural world, especially by restoring wildlife habitat where people live—which is the subject of his bestselling garden how-to book “Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife.” David’s Social Media:

National Wildlife Federation Social Media:

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Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

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Why You Should Leave Your Leaves May 31, 2023

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Leaves create a great habitat for some of your favorite critters. Leave your leaves and garden for wildlife! Connect With David Mizejewski: David Mizejewski is a naturalist, author and television presenter with the National Wildlife Federation. He holds a degree in Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University and has hosted television series on both Animal Planet and NatGeo WILD. He's dedicated to helping others understand and protect the natural world, especially by restoring wildlife habitat where people live—which is the subject of his bestselling garden how-to book “Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife.” David’s Social Media:

National Wildlife Federation Social Media:

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

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The Best Ways to Help Bees and Pollinators May 30, 2023

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Pollinators are absolutely crucial to supporting our ecosystem and life on earth. Building your home garden to support pollinators is vital for the health of your garden. As David says, “If you plant it, they will come!” Connect With David Mizejewski: David Mizejewski is a naturalist, author and television presenter with the National Wildlife Federation. He holds a degree in Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University and has hosted television series on both Animal Planet and NatGeo WILD. He's dedicated to helping others understand and protect the natural world, especially by restoring wildlife habitat where people live—which is the subject of his bestselling garden how-to book “Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife.” David’s Social Media:

National Wildlife Federation Social Media:

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

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Native Plants: Why They’re Important & Where to Get Them May 29, 2023

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Welcoming David Mizejewski with the National Wildlife Federation on he podcast this week! In this episode we talk about Native plants and some of the conversation surrounding them. What is a native plant? What is an invasive plant? Connect With David Mizejewski: David Mizejewski is a naturalist, author and television presenter with the National Wildlife Federation. He holds a degree in Human and Natural Ecology from Emory University and has hosted television series on both Animal Planet and NatGeo WILD. He's dedicated to helping others understand and protect the natural world, especially by restoring wildlife habitat where people live—which is the subject of his bestselling garden how-to book “Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife.” David’s Social Media:

National Wildlife Federation Social Media:

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Big and Small Ag Need to Exist May 26, 2023

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Why do we need local and small scale farmers as well as large scale agriculture? Both small and large ag offer benefits to our communities. The Epic Gardening Memorial Day Sale is live now! Buy 3 Birdies Garden Beds, Get 1 of equal or lesser value FREE! No code needed. Add 4 Birdies Garden Beds to cart and 1 will automatically be marked free. Shop here. Connect With Grant Weber: Grant Weber grew up in Ritzville, WA. Joined the Air Force and served 21 years, deployed 6 times to the Middle East. He has been at Vets on the Farm for 6 years and is currently the farm manager. He is passionate about growing and teaching people about nutritionally dense food as well as helping veterans find their new mission.

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buy Your Produce From Local Farmers May 25, 2023

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Get to know your local farmers! Grant Weber shares his tips for how to get to know your local farmer and questions to ask them to tell if they are the real deal or not. The Epic Gardening Memorial Day Sale is live now! Buy 3 Birdies Garden Beds, Get 1 of equal or lesser value FREE! No code needed. Add 4 Birdies Garden Beds to cart and 1 will automatically be marked free. Shop here. Connect With Grant Weber: Grant Weber grew up in Ritzville, WA. Joined the Air Force and served 21 years, deployed 6 times to the Middle East. He has been at Vets on the Farm for 6 years and is currently the farm manager. He is passionate about growing and teaching people about nutritionally dense food as well as helping veterans find their new mission.

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solving the Food Desert Problem May 24, 2023

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Vets on the Farm focuses on education and access when it comes to solving the food desert problem. Educating folks not only about what the foods are, but also how to use them in the kitchen. The Epic Gardening Memorial Day Sale is live now! Buy 3 Birdies Garden Beds, Get 1 of equal or lesser value FREE! No code needed. Add 4 Birdies Garden Beds to cart and 1 will automatically be marked free. Shop here. Connect With Grant Weber: Grant Weber grew up in Ritzville, WA. Joined the Air Force and served 21 years, deployed 6 times to the Middle East. He has been at Vets on the Farm for 6 years and is currently the farm manager. He is passionate about growing and teaching people about nutritionally dense food as well as helping veterans find their new mission.

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Farming Heals Veterans May 23, 2023

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Grant Weber shares why farming and getting outdoors helps veterans transition from active duty to civilian life as well as some of what it’s like to be a part of the veteran community. The Epic Gardening Memorial Day Sale is live now! Buy 3 Birdies Garden Beds, Get 1 of equal or lesser value FREE! No code needed. Add 4 Birdies Garden Beds to cart and 1 will automatically be marked free. Shop here. Connect With Grant Weber: Grant Weber grew up in Ritzville, WA. Joined the Air Force and served 21 years, deployed 6 times to the Middle East. He has been at Vets on the Farm for 6 years and is currently the farm manager. He is passionate about growing and teaching people about nutritionally dense food as well as helping veterans find their new mission.

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Similarities Between Farming And The Military May 22, 2023

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Grant Weber, Farm Manager at Vets on the Farm, talks about his experience transitioning from his long career in the Air Force to civilian life and how farming is an amazing option for many veterans. As Grant mentions, “from national security to food security”. The Epic Gardening Memorial Day Sale is live now! Buy 3 Birdies Garden Beds, Get 1 of equal or lesser value FREE! No code needed. Add 4 Birdies Garden Beds to cart and 1 will automatically be marked free. Shop here. Connect With Grant Weber: Grant Weber grew up in Ritzville, WA. Joined the Air Force and served 21 years, deployed 6 times to the Middle East. He has been at Vets on the Farm for 6 years and is currently the farm manager. He is passionate about growing and teaching people about nutritionally dense food as well as helping veterans find their new mission.

Click here to shop Birdies Garden Beds

Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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