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golo greenies
created: Jun 12, 2008
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about golo greenies
This is a group for the environmentalists in Golo. We will discuss ways to save on energy costs, obtain better mpgs, and other environmental topics.
A bunch of hot air (posted Aug 22, 2008)
Texas wind power? (posted Jun 24, 2008)
How much trash does your family generate? (posted Jun 24, 2008)
Your energy moneysavers (posted Jun 20, 2008)
the switch to cfls (posted Jun 19, 2008)
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how much trash does your family generate?
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your energy moneysavers
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the switch to cfls
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In our experience, we use the reel mower about 3x to every 1x with the powered mower (it provides a more even cut). We use a battery-powered weed eater for around the house and flower beds since the reel mower does not give us a close cut.
I believe Ace Hardware sells reel mowers if you'd like to check one out.
GOLO member since June 12, 2008
June 12, 2008 3:48 p.m.
GOLO member since July 13, 2007
June 12, 2008 4:01 p.m.
GOLO member since July 13, 2007
June 12, 2008 4:03 p.m.
tstanford - I am pretty sure we have fescue (but to be honest anything that is based in soil and grows is my DH responsibilty - I truly have a black thumb). Our back yard has lots of sticks and rocks too... that may be enough to push us over to an electric mower.
I'll keep you all posted.
GOLO member since March 9, 2008
June 13, 2008 6:41 a.m.
Another location, more to the East in Nash County, is Rocky Mount Recyclers - they pay by the pound for almost any kind of scrap metal (iron/steel/aluminum) If you happen to live East of the Raleigh area it might be a shorter drive.
Thanks for creating this group! - I hope to benefit and contribute.
GOLO member since March 18, 2008
June 14, 2008 8:16 a.m.
GOLO member since June 19, 2008
June 18, 2008 9:26 p.m.
June 19, 2008 7:39 a.m.
I've also discovered the joys of hand watering with my 2 gallon, galvanized watering can, This is great for my blueberry and blackberry bushes, but wouldn't really feasible for my yard (although we don't water our yard - it's all weedy anyway). I found this watering can at Wal-mart for around $12 and it's done well so far.
GOLO member since June 12, 2008
June 19, 2008 10:30 a.m.
GOLO member since August 13, 2007
June 19, 2008 1:29 p.m.
These are easy and cheap things to do. Its mainly about making people aware of taking these steps.
GOLO member since November 20, 2007
June 23, 2008 6:58 a.m.
I'm also in the process of convincing the town council to overturn the ban on hens. This is not going to be easy given that I'm in Cary, but I've already got 1 council member willing to sponsor it. There are many beneficial reasons to keep hens. Fresh eggs that are healthier than store bought, free fertilizer and tilling (scratching).
Hens are quieter and cleaner than most dogs. As with any pet, the cleanliness of the animal is controlled by the nature of the owner. A negligent dog owner will have messy dogs. Roosters are loud and aggressive, but best of all, they are not needed for hens to lay eggs.
If anyone else is in Cary, can you contact your council members and let them know you are interested in keeping hens.
July 1, 2008 3:52 p.m.
I need advice for designing/making the top, so that the water is filtered and mosquito problems are minimized.
We do NOT have gutters, so I need the "European" style rain barrel, where the majority of the top is open to collect water. I do have a nice place where our roof lines meet, to situate the collection vessel.
I'm needing ideas for how to construct/modify a plastic top and install screen or whatever, to keep trash out.
I have had NO luck finding plans for the European style barrel on the Web, and in fact, not a lot for making your own rain barrel anyway! I guess the money is in making them for now, and the secrets are being guarded.
Any help would be appreciated!
GOLO member since September 20, 2007
July 2, 2008 11:53 a.m.
GOLO member since March 18, 2008
July 4, 2008 12:38 p.m.
Thanks, and have a great day!
GOLO member since June 25, 2008
July 10, 2008 4:27 p.m.
GOLO member since June 12, 2008
August 1, 2008 8:35 p.m.
GOLO member since June 12, 2008
August 1, 2008 8:36 p.m.
GOLO member since November 19, 2008
November 22, 2008 12:23 a.m.
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