Misty Meadows Permaculture Farm

Misty Meadows Permaculture Farm Plant a garden. Cultivate food security. We raise animals and grow vegetables, flowers and fruit using Permaculture principles. Carpe diem. Sow. Reap. Share. Repeat.

Here at Misty Meadows Permaculture we focus on Permaculture and organic methods of growing food, raising animals, composting, water catchment, natural pest controls, planting food forests, companion planting and working with Nature to grow and raise productive food sources. We are located in Northwestern Ontario, cold climate growing Zone 2b (some years 3b). Our integrated Permaculture design is m

odelled on natural systems to create regenerative and sustainable plant and animal systems. Our commitment includes:
Care of the earth: Using renewable resources, recycling, minimizing waste, building up soil fertility (rather than depleting them), conserving water and reducing our consumption of “stuff”. Care of the people: To look after yourself, your kin and others. Health and well-being are important, as well as learning, a sense of belonging, communication, trust and respect. Fair share: Take what you need and share the surplus. This permaculture ethic focuses on co-operation, networking, contributing to the community and distributing resources and wealth. In addition to raising animals and growing fruit, vegetables, herbs, bird, bee and butterfly friendly plants, grain crops, flowers and micro greens, we plant hundreds of trees annually as part of our commitment to the Earth as Land Stewards and Permaculture activists.

06/04/2026

Stealthy creature of the night.

06/03/2026

Every day, many times a day, this male hummingbird stays for a long drink. He’s comfortable with me getting close.

Thanks again to everyone who braved the weather and stopped in, and a big shout‑out to the Country Market vendors and ou...
05/09/2026

Thanks again to everyone who braved the weather and stopped in, and a big shout‑out to the Country Market vendors and our emergency preparedness partners for showing up and sticking it out with us. Even on a slow, chilly day, it’s the folks who make the effort that keep community events worthwhile. Special thanks to:

Brad "The Coffee Dude"
Canadian Red Cross
Craft Anura
Dedrick Homestead
Earth Circle Apiary Products & Fibre Art
Mood Lighting
Nolalu Community Centre Board
Nolalu Emergency Services Team (NEST)
Nor'East Apothecary
Northwestern Ontario Recreational Trails Association
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Root Cellar Gardens
Sandy Steinhoff
Superior Seed Producers
Voyageur Trail Association

Stay safe, stay well, and keep looking out for each other as we roll into the season.

📣 Emergency Preparedness + Country Market Event — This Saturday! Join us at the Nolalu Community Centre this Saturday f...
05/07/2026

📣 Emergency Preparedness + Country Market Event — This Saturday!

Join us at the Nolalu Community Centre this Saturday for a hands‑on look at community and household safety with members of the Nolalu Emergency Services Team (NEST).

Our volunteers will be on site to answer questions, share practical tips, and chat about what we do at our weekly training sessions. If you’ve ever wondered how you can get involved, this is the perfect chance to stop by and say hello.

Also, check out the Country Market for local vendors, fresh goods, handmade items, and more — plus a special visit from our Emergency Preparedness partners.
Stop by to learn practical safety tips, ask questions, and see how we can all stay ready as a community.

Shop local, stay prepared, and enjoy a great Saturday with your neighbours.

Everyone welcome! Let’s build a safer, stronger Nolalu together.

YES — there will be homemade Pulla bread for sale — thanks to Sandy Steinhoff! 😁

🏠 🚨 Nolalu Country Market + Emergency Preparedness Day is happening Saturday, May 9, from 12–2 pm at the Nolalu Communit...
04/21/2026

🏠 🚨 Nolalu Country Market + Emergency Preparedness Day is happening Saturday, May 9, from 12–2 pm at the Nolalu Community Centre — right in the heart of Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3–9).

This event brings together public safety groups, emergency‑readiness educators, and community partners to help strengthen individual and community preparedness.

Members of the Nolalu Emergency Services Team and other safety stakeholders will be on site with displays, demonstrations, and practical guidance for households of all kinds.

🌷 Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift?

Mother’s Day is coming up fast — Sunday, May 10 — and the Nolalu Country Market has you covered. If you’re hunting for something special, swing by and check out the locally made goodies from your neighbours and small producers.

From handmade treats to one‑of‑a‑kind crafts, garden starts, baked goods, soaps, and all the “I saw this and thought of you” treasures — you’ll find a gift that feels personal, local, and full of 💖.

Shop local. Support your community. Make Mom smile.

➡️ personal care products
➡️ bread
➡️ crafts
➡️ honey
➡️ fibre art
➡️ seeds
➡️ plants
➡️ natural wellness products
➡️ homemade goodies and treats,
and more!

🏠 🚨 Nolalu Country Market + Emergency Preparedness Day is happening Saturday, May 9, from 12–2 pm at the Nolalu Communit...
04/21/2026

🏠 🚨 Nolalu Country Market + Emergency Preparedness Day is happening Saturday, May 9, from 12–2 pm at the Nolalu Community Centre — right in the heart of Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3–9).

This event brings together public safety groups, emergency‑readiness educators, and community partners to help strengthen individual and community preparedness.

Members of the Nolalu Emergency Services Team and other safety stakeholders will be on site with displays, demonstrations, and practical guidance for households of all kinds.

🌷 Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift?

Mother’s Day is coming up fast — Sunday, May 10 — and the Nolalu Country Market has you covered. If you’re hunting for something special, swing by and check out the locally made goodies from your neighbours and small producers.

From handmade treats to one‑of‑a‑kind crafts, garden starts, baked goods, soaps, and all the “I saw this and thought of you” treasures — you’ll find a gift that feels personal, local, and full of 💖.

Shop local. Support your community. Make Mom smile.

➡️ personal care products
➡️ bread
➡️ crafts
➡️ honey
➡️ fibre art
➡️ seeds
➡️ plants
➡️ natural wellness products
➡️ homemade goodies and treats,
and more!

April: The Month of Almost‑Spring (Zone 2/3 Reflections)By Kathy McGowanApril in Northwestern Ontario is a month that ke...
04/01/2026

April: The Month of Almost‑Spring (Zone 2/3 Reflections)

By Kathy McGowan

April in Northwestern Ontario is a month that keeps gardeners on their toes. One day I’m convinced spring has finally arrived, and the next day I’m brushing snow off the greenhouse and wondering why I ever let myself feel hopeful. After a few decades of gardening in this climate, I’ve learned that April is not a promise. It’s a negotiation.

But, something shifts this month. The sun has real warmth. The snowbanks slowly shrink. The chickadees start acting as if they know something we don’t. And even though the garden is still weeks away from being workable, April is when I start to feel like the season is truly waking up.

This is the month when I check my seedlings every morning like a parent peeking in on a sleeping toddler. Some are thriving. Some are questionable. Some are clearly plotting to cause trouble. That’s okay. It’s all part of the ritual.

April is also when I start to get the urge to poke around outside. I know better than to start raking because that’s an invitation for a snowstorm. I do wander around the yard, looking for signs of life. A patch of exposed soil. A bud swelling on a shrub. A brave perennial pretending it’s May. These tiny things keep me moving forward with hope.

April is a month of preparation, patience, and resisting the urge to do anything reckless with a shovel. Here are some things I do while anticipating spring:

1. Harden off seedlings slowly. Even if the sun feels warm, the wind can still bite. I start with short outdoor visits and gradually increase the time. Seedlings appreciate a gentle introduction to the real world.

2. Clean up winter debris only when the snow is truly gone. Early cleanup can disturb overwintering insects and expose plants too soon. I wait until the garden looks messy rather than frozen.

3. Check tools and repair what winter destroyed. Handles crack, metal rusts, and something always goes missing. April is the month to fix it, not June when you actually need it.

4. Start cool‑season crops indoors or in a cold frame. Kale, cabbage, and hardy greens don’t mind the chill. They’re the optimists of the vegetable world.

5. Don’t rush the soil. If it’s still cold and wet, leave it alone. Working soil too early creates clumps that last all season. I’ve made that mistake more times than I care to admit.

April may not look like much, but it’s the quiet turning point of the year. The garden is coming. The season is shifting. Even though the weather still has a sense of humour, I’ve learned to laugh right along with it.
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Kathy has spent more than 30 years growing food and flowers in a climate that treats spring like an optional suggestion. Gardening in Zone 2/3 has taught her many things, but mostly this: if you can grow a tomato here, you can handle just about anything life throws at you.

Food Sovereignty Across Scales: Global Movements, Local Action: April 9-12Farmers, growers, seed savers, and local food ...
03/31/2026

Food Sovereignty Across Scales: Global Movements, Local Action: April 9-12

Farmers, growers, seed savers, and local food lovers – this is for you! Food sovereignty starts with community, so join us for a weekend of connection, stories, and hands-on learning exploring food sovereignty from local roots to global movements.

This is a series of free community events co-hosted by the Food Action Network of Northwestern Ontario, the Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario, the National Farmers Union of Ontario, Gaagige Zaagibigaa, and the Thunder Bay District Health Unit.
All are welcome! Bring your curiosity, your ideas, and your friends. Register for the talk & workshop at www.nwofood.ca/get-involved/ and email [email protected] with any questions.

03/24/2026

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