You won't BELIEVE the PREDATORS we FOUND on the HOMESTEAD & how we're GONNA STOP them!

You won't BELIEVE the PREDATORS we FOUND on the HOMESTEAD & how we're GONNA STOP them!
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I was born and raised 20 minutes from Boston, MA. At the age of 17, I was diagnosed with Anxiety. My personal experience with the prescribed medication was NOT POSITIVE. So I decided to find better way. I didn't know it at the time but, that was the BEGINNING for me! I have been “FINDING A BETTER WAY” in all areas in my life ever since. Better ways of how to create a modern homestead affordably, and a better way to provide my family with healthy foods, and so….. much MORE!
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[@LumnahAcres]

Nite Guard Solar Predator Control Lights amzn.to/2RVe1jv (*Affiliate Link)

[@10knucklechuckle]

Or a Conibear trap but KZbin acts like a delicate princess when it comes to that sort of thing, apparently death does not exist in KZbin land but whiners are overpopulated.... Maybe KZbin just needs a bigger Conibear for those and they could use a nonfat, iced skinny mocha with light ice, whipped cream, and chocolate drizzle for bait. :)

[@clancywilde5882]

Lumnah acres you make my day so I want to say Thank you

[@momolpet]

I have coyote tracks 3' away from those lights

[@TJB1510]

www.niteguard.com/ VERY COOL ---- THANKS.

[@tammyi363]

I’ve used mine (night guard lights) for the last 3 years. I think it has helped since I have quite a few predators that show up on our neighbors game cams and we haven’t had a loss. Prior to hanging them, I’d have chickens disappear, or they’d be half eaten and left at the coop. I think they help keep predators away.

[@amypennington4000]

My dog comes running when he hears “good morning modern steaders”! He likes to see your animals!!

[@yolandaimgreat1494]

Aww so sweet lol

[@gskMO]

My dog is the opposite-I have to keep the volume down during “Good morning modern homesteaders”. She wakes up and bolts for the door

[@snowysnobdds7842]

Mine does the same. The chickens get his head turning in curiosity.

[@LumnahAcres]

that is awesome

[@keithandlindabaldrey7413]

Here in Southwestern Ontario many sheep and goat farmers are adding a “real” donkey to their menagerie. The braying alerts the owners to a problem and a donkey hoof in the ribs or head would hurt coyotes. Gina and Olivia would have a new friend too.

[@davidmtwigg]

Just add a bar across the feeder about a foot up that allows them to stick their head in to feed but stops her from jumping up into it.

[@tinamariegregory3130]

6: 30 Am and we're at 2,429 views already ! That's awesome, I just love seeing good things happening to good people ! God bless you Lumnah Family !

[@HikeBikeWalkRide]

Amen!

[@vusimdudu9033]

Yes Al, hit us with your plans, then we can have fun with the anticipation.

[@Rowdymotmot]

I would love to hear what you have planned for Spring. My husband and me are planning to redo a porch roof and build a sand box for our grandchildren. You have inspired us.

[@michaelbeckingham6220]

Future projects, a big green house with solar panels so you can heat it to extend your growing season and a building to house all you timber and building materials stroke barn for fodder storage

[@shellscattitude]

Spring fever is a definite! Just started getting ideas of what to plant in March. Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey.

[@glendabaldwin4423]

You can film anything, I love watching all. I love you talking to the animals, sometimes it seems that they answer you back. I also love watching Gena and cooking simple things, that. soup looked so delish. And it sounds like there was some hot stuff going on in the kitchen besides the soup! That was cute, made Gena laugh!

[@tonygrimes13]

Fay Baldwin - *Gina*

[@peggybowe5556]

I love hearing of all your future projects! Really enjoy watching them come along! You & Gina are a good working team!

[@dustybottoms3834]

It’s awesome how you always provide helpful tips when you’re working. Very beneficial for someone like me that’s not very experienced. Thank you

[@debralunnen3378]

Hi Gina ! Watching you this morning made me smile when Al made the comment about the goats in the “Love Shake “ you said “AL‼️‼️‼️” such a lady ! I love it !!! When you were peeling the potatoes, a little trick I taught my daughter was when the potatoes are so little and fingers are near to the peeler poke a fork in the POTATO to extend away from peeler ! Love Everything about your Homestead! Deb in California 🌻

[@tardismole]

Beautiful, blessed couple. Lovely family.

[@gailstritzel9066]

I love your optimism! It has been cloudy for over a week where I live and cold and I'm getting cabin fever really bad, but watching your videos every morning brightens my outlook for the day. You always make me feel better with your upbeat things that you say. You are a very important part of my day. :)

[@jeffadamson4821]

Love watching you and Gena working together shes becoming quite funny love it

[@tonygrimes13]

Jeff Adamson - *Gina*

[@iraeaglemind]

Your show is a good family show for everyone.Its also educational in many ways.

[@twogirlshomestead60]

yes share I always find it interesting what people plan before spring hits

[@BraxxJuventa]

Great video again Lumnah's! Thank you so much for sharing this with us once again. 👍😁

[@Curlew-Corner]

Note for Gina: I made your rub from 2tbsp each garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. It worked well on my vegetarian Quorn filets made of mushroom protein. Thanks from the UK.

[@davidforster3968]

When your celery gets limp, just set it in a glass of water and set it back in the fridge and watch it stiffen right back up.

[@EllieChristine744]

Hi Gina! It is so nice seeing what you make for dinner, also taking care of leftovers - but if you put a damp cloth under your cutting board, it will stop it from sliding around, my mom showed me. Tks for sharing with us! Regards from Sweden!

[@janestabler6222]

Yes I want to hear all about your plans !!!

[@cynthiamantooth1201]

Gina, if you wet a hand towel and lay it under your cutting board, it won't wiggle around on your countertop. Also, when you cut the celery in half crosswise, cut it again and then line up all of that in a row. You can cut all of them at once and save time. I love the look of the soup. I'm going to jot down the 'recipe' and use it the next time I bake a ham.

[@pattysmith7719]

I love hearing what you plan for whats up next, I get excited and start counting the days for up coming build or babies that are coming soon, love you guys.

[@deborahcrutchfield5022]

The cameras are really neat. Alway like the different recipes y’all cook.

[@popjensen3972]

Thank you for no Saw and other noisy stof today. I really enjoyed it. Best whishes to all of you😀

[@garyfeltus9801]

Usually when anmals get frisky in the winter means there is a big storm coming in. Great video as always. Thanks for sharing.

[@mariannefifield3826]

Yeah one just left Colorado, headed New England for the weekend. I get to experience it again, coming to Boston.

[@pegpreslar3961]

Here's hoping those blinking lights work! Yes, it would be great to hear what projects you are planning.😊

[@agnestakacs2059]

All homesteaders seem to be in Spring planning mode! lol :) Of course we wanna hear you talk about all your plans! Woo hoo! You got a lot of critter traffic :D That really is one fat raccoon! Maybe name it Garfield (even though it's not a cat lol).

[@kirstenwhitworth8079]

*Potential Projects for 2020* * Build a bridge (or two) for the creek * Build a lumber shed. * Grow as much of your fruit & veg as possible - especially for the winter months

[@maddyflores2859]

I would love to hear about what you got planned for building!

[@estellaknox9285]

Soup looks yummy I am learning from you how too cook soup,vegetable inside the oven I try it ,it was so delicious thank you

[@0763sarah]

Good morning Al, Gina and Olivia!! It’s a balmy 60 degrees here in Houston. Learning some interesting new tricks to deter coyotes. Going to have to try the light. Coyotes are a big problem here in the city. Have a blessed day! 🙏🏼❤️🇺🇸

[@ginacota9724]

Definitely let’s hear your plans! Give us something to look forward to 😀

[@70acres]

Mink are a real problem with chickens, had a friend lose 17 Silkies to a mink in one night. We have a ton of predators here in the high mountains of NC. Bear, mountain lion, bob cat, fox, mink, coyote, you name it, we got it. NYC will soon be covered from top to bottom with plates! What an awesome tribute. I'm glad you had a break from the bitter cold. Blessings to all.

[@dollyc4314]

Hi Lumnah family! Al, I watched Dr Pol put in a metal bridge span with just him and his son. Very sturdy for mule and kabota, too. Hope those predator lights work for you. Ask Olivia to catalog those license plates (duplicates included). Then maybe you can post them, so everyone can see which ones you still need and those of us in states where there are already more than one license plate, will know not to send any more. Have you considered using Amazon's Wish List so that your supporters can see what things are needed on the homestead- easy purchase to have sent directly to you.

[@suzanneleblanc1077]

Gina when I used to make a stew I'd cut the celery in 3'' peices and put them in with the vegetables to boil, very good!

[@jackiegammon2065]

I'm glad that you are protecting your animals, living in New England and many other states is something to be watchful for. Do you think that feeding the goats grain out in the field is attracting any of the wildlife closer to your farm?

[@chelemichele1524]

Have a great evening ⛄⛄⛄

[@JDLarge]

There you go Al, good for you 😉 I know that look Gina gave you all too well, it warmed my heart. Keep that beautiful young lady’s cheeks nice-n-rosy with those silly little heart felt thoughts, and that love will carry you two through until the end of time❤️ It’s those small special moments that mean the most. Im together with my gal going on 33 years and counting so I do practice what I preach. This also shows our daughters how a real man should treat his wife, so when shes a woman she won’t settle for less! Always be “that guy” brother, and the years together will fly by... ✌🏼🤟🏼🤞🏼

[@taylorshortt7232]

i for sure wanna hear the plans!!! this will be exciting

[@g.p.2137]

Great video as usual! Love seeing your homestead and your family, including all the animals! Those goats really crack me up! Good thing you have a lot of property to keep those pups plenty of room to run around! Stay warm!!

[@cherylwilliams81]

Netflicks? So funny! Love the blue bowl. Wish I could peel potatoes as fast as Gina!🤣 Have a great day! You sure brighten mine!💕

[@kathyjones8656]

All the coyotes, you need a road runner! Anxious to hear about all new projects in the plans. Stay safe. Keeping all of you in my prayers 💕

[@margaretbedwell58]

Enjoyed the video...a day in the life at Lumnah Acres. I was surprised at how many different predators there were out there. Thank you to the person who sent those blinking red lights, I hope they work as well for Al & Gina as you said they work for you. That soup looked delicious with all that ham in it...good and hearty. Have a Blessed day.

[@markkristynichols845]

YES! Would love to hear your plans for garden and starting, seed choices, all!! -Kristy in Missouri :)

[@gelwood99]

Thanks for the extra video! Looking forward to 5 a week! You rock it, Al!

[@dandrecollette5234]

I would like to hear all the plans 😊 for spring

[@debbymost8548]

At 23:33 the critter is Pine marten, weasel family, about 20+ inches tip o tail.

[@r.awilliams9815]

Considering the amount and variety of predators you have around, you've done well to only lose a couple of chickens.

[@geraldcorbitt9626]

R.A Williams maybe it’s time to trap with old #3 trap kill them and get a .22 to kill the larger preds

[@2409forus]

@@geraldcorbitt9626 Talking smart there, I agree.

[@LiberLady]

Probably because of the dogs running out in their pasture, where they leave their scent, is keeping the predators at bay overall.

[@geraldcorbitt9626]

Judy G. No. You have the trail cams that give you a time the preds are out. You get your.22 and a pred elec caller go out and call them in and dispatch the preds. How do you think it’s done?

[@jonathanbartron3658]

If you cut the root end off your celery, then store them in the refrigerator in a wide-mouthed jar with filtered, well or unchlorinated water, you can triple their storage time. No more limp celery.

[@davidmtwigg]

You can do the same thing with lettuce.

[@karenperson6090]

I just store mine in foil in my refrigerator drawer and it stays fresh and firm.

[@bearrivermama6414]

Great tip! Thanks for the idea! I always put my green onion root ends in a jar in my windowsill after I use the greens. The greens will regrow several times. (I'm totally going to try the celery thing! We only make a run to the store about every 3-5 weeks so keeping produce fresh during non growing season is important!)

[@TXNLaurenMcN]

Jonathan Bartron ~ I do that with almost everything: asparagus, lettuce, cilantro and other herbs, you name it. Some things get a "green bag" tent in addition to water on the roots and almost everything gets a paper towel blanket to keep condensation from forming on the leaves/stalks. It's amazing how long produce can stay fresh and crisp that way.

[@janiceaucoin1435]

Those license plates look awesome. CWC's spirit lives on at Lumnah Acres, and in her fans' hearts.

[@dougrundell947]

Al, give us ALL the building details. It's what we live for! Thanks.

[@wallyklw5]

And you can bet there's some bobcat out there, pine Martin as well

[@millerl333]

That was a weasel, not a mink (I’ve been watching the Mink Man channel on KZbin). Project idea: a deck on the back of your house! Your family spends a lot of time outside so it would be a great addition.

[@geraldcorbitt9626]

millerl333 hope he doesn’t have Wolverine iudses but not sure if northern NH has them

[@bearrivermama6414]

millerl333 weasel are way smaller. They are also white in the winter. They are smaller than a gray squirrel. We just had to trap 2 from around our children coop. This season we have trapped, bobcats, coyotes, fox, mink, marten, fisher, weasel, raccoon, and had to chase off timber wolves. The critter on camera was too big to be a weasel. We have been trapping pretty heavily the last few years because we had to many predators on our property. Little rascals just keep showing up! We had a timber wolf kill 4 birds this fall. Not to mention a bear that was becoming a real problem! I love your deck idea! That would be a great addition! Good thinking! 👍🏻

[@rickm3217]

I agree. mink.

[@nancycowan6109]

@Bear River Mama Your children coop? Lol. Dang the auto-correct! Kind of funny though. (But you’d have to protect the children.j

[@rhh197474]

I think it's most likely a Fisher.

[@kayladionyssiou3636]

Always love to hear how people plan things.

[@suesmith5033]

When the soup was getting made it reminded me of your counter top. Can't you just ground down that end rather than replace the whole thing? I guess I would hate the expense if a fix will work. Great video as always! Thank you for sharing. God Bless

[@edman6111]

Morning Lumnah's !

[@janetwithers7427]

Wow.. lots of critters on the trail cameras. That was fun. The new warning lights look good. Hope they do the trick. The ham potato soup looked so good, I am going to try it. 💖😺🐐

[@randyrejer4219]

“Al!” I know that tone. LOL

[@jeannemariebizeaujohnson8717]

I really love your goat feeder. It seems to be just the ticket.😊 The game camera's do such a good job.👍🏼

[@billkweiser1688]

You need to make a small chalk board in your workshop for your project to do list. Great video.

[@girlsiegirls253]

I haven’t been here since you got hope I miss her on weed em but I’m glad she’s happy she got sooo big

[@kimberlyfojtik3468]

I use jar with water for the celery and green onions keeps them crispy

[@sharibushnell190]

Wow all kinds of animals on the homestead. And yes Id like to hear what you gave plans for projects . and yummy scraps for chickens.. I so miss my chickens since i had to make a change in life style for now . I spolied my chickens and my daughters duck they got all kinds of scraps and yummy fruits . in the summer we would freeze friuts in a big ball of ice helped keep them cool and it also helped keep them busy.. Have a blessed day you ALL. God Bless

[@BryansGMa]

Did you see the Chicken tractor. “ The CluckWagon” that VWFamily Farm Ben made. ? Good luck on cute projects. You and Gina do amazing work. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

I did. The CLUCKWAGON is awesome! Kate

[@jenniferjohnson1221]

Al I want to hear about the upcoming projects. Especially if you and Gina are doing something new in the garden.

[@stanleykeith6969]

Make sure those Night guards get enough sun light. Not a lot of sun light in the winter. Should face the sun light. I see that you fixed your counter top AL. I know those little Red lights work.

[@JM-iv9ww]

It was so cute - it looked like the chickens were watching you decorate their building!! Haha - they love it!! 💕💜🐥🐔

[@131dyana]

When we go camping. we put solar lights along the path to the out house. they stay about 10 feet away. they do not come to the tent because of that flash of light when they come near. they do not like lights.

[@haileyfitzgibbon5360]

Hey Al and Gina, That could've been some sort of Marten instead of a mink, they are a bit bigger and have some distinct colour markings. Possibly American Marten or a Pine Marten. Very Cool!

[@hankfacer7098]

That video footage was exciting, so many.

[@brendalawrence6732]

It amazes me how quickly the animals get used to a change, like the feeder in the pasture. I love seeing them run down to it when you come with the feed and hay. You got a nice selection of predators there Al. I hope those light things work. You are going to have to start putting license plates on the barn as you are running out of room on NYC! Gina the soup looked delicious!

[@bernardshearing3202]

It's amazing how you can identify the calls from Blossom. You have come so far in such a short time , Al.

[@priscillahorvath4487]

Al were you living in the South your teenage years because you use you’ll and yonder in your speech

[@priscillahorvath4487]

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[@joebuckley9940]

Burdocks and "Bugle" head screws. Gina, within 5 minutes of watching you cook I'm in the kitchen making breakfast,,,today its all your ingredients only Im substituting the broth for eggs, and having a world class omelette. Thanks so much!

[@Maxid1]

7:37 I got a chuckle out of "..kids and people."

[@dorisgreenberg2811]

We call those prickly things, cockle burrs. Fun to watch your videos. Love the builds and fun to see how Hope seems to want to be a leader.

[@angelsarrived2642]

Thank you for another wonderful day on your journey call life. G-D Bless.

[@pecanacrescattlellc5817]

The Netflix and chill comment was awesome but Gina response was epic, lol. Great video and channel guys.

[@pecanacrescattlellc5817]

PS I built a 8x20 shed this year on my homestead and was a half inch off square when the rathers went on. I learned so much watching Al build the barn this summer. Thank you.

[@drillsgtlangdon]

Note for Mrs. Lumnah: Always curl your fingers back and use your knuckles to guide the knife while your chopping... We only have one set of fingers and they never grow back. Just a safety tip is all... the food is wonderful as always! Love you guys...please keep em comin :) ps. Toward the end of the vid, It is apparent that the goats arent the only ones needing a "date night" :D

[@hankfacer7098]

Those flashing lights really stand out, would even spook me, aliens and all that jazz.

[@kristys7172]

I have night guard all over my livestock areas, they definitely help keep the predators out, we have been using them for over 4 years.

[@robertfountain4856]

The solar powered Night Guard can only be used on the southern side where it gets enough sun to keep it charged. In Winter it needs a cover to keep the snow off it.

[@MBFModernHomesteading]

I feel the EXACT same way as you do about the projects and the upcoming spring! Can't stop thinking about it either, haha :)

[@jlrbhj]

Details on planning would be great!

[@dajones1128]

They make a little electric water bucker heater

[@recoveringsoul755]

I've seen people put down some bricks put a 100 watt lightbulb in the middle, and put the bucket on top. To keep their chickens water from freezing. They use 100 watt bulbs in those Easy Bake ovens to cook with

[@jilldewitt3651]

I've also seen dog water bowl heaters used.

[@shannonstephens4245]

I have an old one the bucket sits on.

[@gerrysmith5607]

I think CWC showed us all a representation of FREEDOM and it resonated with so many people.

[@Ali-ct9pb]

Gerry Smith who was CWC? Curious mind wants to know. Thanks.

[@Maxid1]

8:54 Yeah, burdock can be annoying but the root is good for many health issues.

[@KRT045]

We just made ham and potato soup this past weekend. It was a perfect use for the extra ham we froze from Christmas!

[@HilltopFarmHomestead]

Sounds like the goats aren't the only ones due for a date night! LOL.

[@colleensorganicsunshine5022]

@Dogue Cub 30:06 🤭

[@colleensorganicsunshine5022]

@Dogue Cub hey, if I wanted to use the link, surely someone else would have lol. 👍

[@MstresVampy]

Rofl too much...all you hear is "nope" lol

[@earthinspirationspotteryde2904]

Al, just a FYI. The trick with the Nite Guard lights., its best to move them about once a month so that what you are trying to scare off don’t get wise to them.If left in the same spot all the time, the predators get used to them being there. If you move them around they don’t get used to them being in one spot. This is just my experience with them.

[@vdwalt4464]

Suggestion: Place drinking buckets next to the inner wall 3' or more away from outer walls. That way they rarely freeze here in SW Michigan.

[@debbieobryan8734]

Your goats have really beautiful temperaments.

[@crystaltelf288]

Good morning Lumnah Acres! Spring is around the corner...hope springs eternal! Such a happy though...I like it. 🌸

[@Miss449686]

Love the game cam footage. Several predators are around.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Love watching you and listening to you talking to your animals and look forward to your video daily!! Gina and Al you make my day! God bless y'all!

[@jeanwoodall1523]

I'd like to hear about the plans. It's 34 degrees here but we don't have snow. We have mud and standing water with some green grass so it's like every other season but colder. I made sinigang which is Filipino sour soup and .y most favorite food. I added some country style rib meat and shredded it once it was cooked. Then I added my preferred souring agent which is a tamarind based seasoning blend. Also added broccoli, lettuce, turnips, and a tomato. I normally also add spinach, chard, okra, eggplant, and sometimes use a Daikon radish or regular radishes instead of turnips. Depends on which looks the best to me. It's a clear broth and normally eaten with rice but I try to limit grains so I mostly just add enough vegetables and eat it that way. Daniel mostly loves the green vegetables in it.

[@reginawozniak3935]

Been wondering how your root cellar holds up during your winters?

[@littletawelan443]

Great video stay safe with those Coyotes around xx