Todays episode was taken from a recent live stream Chicken Chat that we host on Sunday evenings.   

This weeks topic? Incubating and hatching Chicken eggs to increase or start your flock!

We discussed many topics but the main focus was getting ready to hatch eggs on your own whether it is with a broody hen or in an incubator. We discussed and demonstrated proper egg candling and what to look for, although not the best when you are going to use it for a podcast.... but we talk you through it.  We talk about your brooder set up and options for heating sources and along the way we take questions sent in from our listeners!
Please join us....

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Julia Bayly- Homestead Features Writer for the Bangor Daily News

Julia Bayly is a reporter who has been covering homesteads, farms, gardening and all that entails for what is seemingly her entire 61 years of life....
Fresh out of college she got a job at the local paper as a photographer and they asked her if maybe she could do a little writing with the photos she took.... well she hasn't looked back since.

Julia Bayly, Bangor Daily News Homestead Features writer and freelance travel writer/photographer. Originally from Portland Oregon and moved to Fort Kent in 1980 to attend UMaine Fort Kent. Lived there on Rusty Metal Farm until moving to Bangor in early 2020. When not covering Maine people, places and events Spent 20 years running sled dogs out of her Rusty Metal Kennel in winters and exploring the world around her on bicycle in warmer weathers. Joined the BDN Homestead desk in 2016 which gave an even greater appreciation for all those who live sustainably and raise their own food in Maine. Work life is balanced with travel in search of new adventures down the street or on the other side of the globe with her tiny dog Chiclet.
Social media on Instagram @travelswithchiclent and @rusty_metal_farm

www.travelswithchiclet.com
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Take a moment to listen to the tales of where her profession has taken her, some incredible stories on and off the job, her love of travel, how homesteading plays a part in her life, Lord Reggie and of Merchants Plaza and Chiclet and so much more... 

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Part 2-2
John P. Hickey was a teacher at St. Marys school in Augusta Maine for 37+ years until he retirement a few years ago. In that time he coached sports for over 30 of those years. He is/was an amazing educator that influenced so many students as they journeyed through adolescents and adult hood.  His stories and sayings are legendary and if you mention certain words or phrases to the students that were lucky enough to have him along the way, they will instantly light up with their own version of their experiences.... Things like the presidents, the belts, his cars, Jeopardy, "really",  pingpong, Boston trip, fido, the gales, "GUS", B Bars, "Be a Bruin" sarsaparilla and so much more. 

Hick was the type of teacher that had an amazing sense of humor, knew everyones name including your brothers, sisters and possibly even the family dog. He never took himself too seriously and understood the true meaning of what was important. He never claimed to be a saint, but he was someone that so many of his students had a connection with, including myself. 

Mr. Hick is why I personally wanted to become a teacher and coach, he made that much of a difference, and I am going to get him for that some day!!
We thank him for all he has done over the years, the long hrs and the no pay at times. It has been a true pleasure and I am glad to call you my friend to this day. 

We take a few minutes and get Hick to open up a little about his life, growing up into adulthood, his teacher career and so much more... to hear these stories will bring you back in an instant and guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.  Even if you never had the pleasure of having Mr. Hickey as a teacher, his storytelling about life will draw you in. 
We hope you enjoy!

Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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Part 1 of 2
John P. Hickey was a teacher at St. Marys school in Augusta Maine for 37+ years until he retirement a few years ago. In that time he coached sports for over 30 of those years. He is/was an amazing educator that influenced so many students as they journeyed through adolescents and adult hood.  His stories and sayings are legendary and if you mention certain words or phrases to the students that were lucky enough to have him along the way, they will instantly light up with their own version of their experiences.... Things like the presidents, the belts, his cars, Jeopardy, "really",  pingpong, Boston trip, fido, the gales, "GUS", B Bars, "Be a Bruin" sarsaparilla and so much more. 

Hick was the type of teacher that had an amazing sense of humor, knew everyones name including your brothers, sisters and possibly even the family dog. He never took himself too seriously and understood the true meaning of what was important. He never claimed to be a saint, but he was someone that so many of his students had a connection with, including myself. 

Mr. Hick is why I personally wanted to become a teacher and coach, he made that much of a difference, and I am going to get him for that some day!!
We thank him for all he has done over the years, the long hrs and the no pay at times. It has been a true pleasure and I am glad to call you my friend to this day. 

We take a few minutes and get Hick to open up a little about his life, growing up into adulthood, his teacher career and so much more... to hear these stories will bring you back in an instant and guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.  Even if you never had the pleasure of having Mr. Hickey as a teacher, his storytelling about life will draw you in. 
We hope you enjoy!

Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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In today's podcast we sit down with Dave Dostie, a professional photographer who calls the state of Maine his home. Dave has a passion for the subjects in front of his lens and makes a point to come full circle back to his roots.
Dave is a self-taught Maine-based photographer where he balances full-time commitments to careers in photography and government finance.   When he’s not out capturing Maine’s dynamic landscapes, his primary focus is refined to that of editorial photography with a specialized interest in documentary and lifestyle work from a photojournalistic approach.  His passion for telling stories through his photographs is what he finds to be most rewarding.  His main objective when photographing is to celebrate positivity whether it be through documenting amazing people, beautiful landscapes, or unique events.  Aside from good light and proper exposure, it’s his opinion that emotion is what connects someone to an image – this is the balance he tries to create within each and every photograph.
We talk to Dave about his upbringing and hometown,  his career, and the things that bring meaning to his life. During our conversation we get into his process behind the camera, his life and family, what he does in his "down time" and those "WhyNot" Moments that teach us so much about life.
We hope you join us.

Corporate & Non-Profit Clients Portfolio: 
Maine Magazine, Maine Home+Design Magazine, DownEast Magazine, MaineHomes by DownEast, Old Port Magazine, Eat Maine, Love Maine Radio, KME Kovatch Global, Maine State Chamber of Commerce, Portland Trails, Living Spaces Consultants, Damariscotta River Grill, Bulldog Fire Apparatus, Capitol Weekly, Linekin Bay Resort, Russell House Bed & Breakfast, Quarry Tap Room, Core Marketing & Design, AHOP, Berlin City Auto Group, Maine Veteran's Home, Portland Museum of Art, Rambler's Way, Boothbay Harbor Fest, Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Kitchen, Kents Hill School, Purdue University, Colby College, Freedom Boat Club, The Food Network, Associated General Contractors of Maine, Kennebunkport Festival, Boothbay Harborfest. Boothbay Harbor Country Club, Knickerbocker Group, The Farnsworth, The Ecology School.

Social Media
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http://www.instagram.dostiephoto

Email
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Interview Podcast

ADAM ONEIL:
( Mtn LIfer extraordinaire, Hiker, Reiki Master, Small Business Owner, Marine , Kayaker , Philosopher)

We sit down and have a great conversation with Maine native, Adam O'Neil. 
Adam  or (MtnLifer as he is known on the trail) opens up about his own life, his experiences growing up in the great state of Maine. His life in and out of the marine core,  his personal losses and struggles, and the path that the trail and mountains played in reshaping his journey into building and creating his new Mountain retreat at Mtn Wellness of Maine. 

Along the way we fit in conversations about his role as a Reiki master, gardening and homesteading, the love of a good dog, delicious food and places to eat and of course those WhyNot moments.... Join us!!


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This podcast was taken from our live stream Sunday night Chicken chat on Facebook at WhyNotFarms. Listeners, viewers, followers send in questions or topic about chickens or ask questions live on the stream and we discuss possible solutions. We may even go off topic every now and then.. ha. 

Also included are basic "chicken keeping" preventative actions, coop maintenance, winter prep, etc etc 

Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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In todays episode we talk about some of the steps you can take to prepare you coops, runs and chickens for the cold weather and conditions that is coming with the return of winter. 

Todays episode was recorded live while doing a Live Stream on FB for a weekly chicken chat hosted on FB at WhyNotFarms FB page.  If you want to watch with some bonus content click on the link below. https://www.facebook.com/106072831064725/videos/822676692491633

Thank you: Thank you to BuzzSprout for hosting our podcast. Thank you to all the individuals that were part of the original live stream and asked questions, liked, shared and commented. Thank you to you the listener for taking the time to download our little pod and listen to me ramble on about chickens for 30-60 mins...

Special Thanks to SoundStripe and Curious TAYME for the free intro snip.

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Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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**GARLIC, GARLIC, GARLIC**
In this full length episode we walk through the steps of selecting, planting and harvesting that amazing crop...GARLIC!

This is one of the easiest crops that you can start growing today and you will be so glad you did!

Special Thanks to Wet Cellar Farm in Palermo Maine for their tips, tricks and suggestions for getting the best harvest for you garlic crop.
https://www.wetcellarfarm.com/

Special Thanks to SoundStripe and Curious TAYME for the free intro snip.

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Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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In this Podcast trailer we take a minute to introduce ourselves and our podcast style. We tell the listener a little bit about how we got started and the areas that we will be focusing on which  include homesteading, chicken keeping, gardening and recipes, woodworking and so much more. We discuss the show structure that we will be using that will include guest from all walks of life, talents and hobbies, as well as Q/A sessions from you the view and some pure entertainment. 
We hope that you will take a minute to check us out, subscribe, comment, share and come along for the ride as we figure this world out, because sometimes you just have to say WhyNot and give it a try!!

Special Thanks to Amy Fagan and the Grounded in Maine podcast. 
Special Thanks to SoundStripe and Curious TAYME for the free intro snip. 
Special Thanks to the chickens in the background for setting the vibe!

Thanks to SoundStripe Curious /TAYME for free intro snip.
Thanks to Buzzsprout for hosting our podcast

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