The Birdhouse Comes to Life
We are building a cabin on stilts, one felled log at a time, with lots of steps carefully done by hand. This project will happen over time, whenever we get to spend time in Nicaragua.
A Timber-Framed Project under our Belts
It took some time and lots of careful carving, but ViVerde now has a beautiful timber-framed structure for the guesthouse compost toilet. Brett and Mark have exciting news…
Yes, we are kiln it!
ViVerde is preparing for more natural building. We are processing lumber from our fallen trees with expert chainsaw work and a new solar wood-drying kiln. Also three new thatch roofs.
Still Happy in Nicaragua
You may have heard news of civil unrest in Nicaragua and wondered what is really going on. I encourage you to get more information, if you desire, from publications online (there are always two sides as you will quickly see). I will say that in early April there...
Fruit Tree Love: 5 Tips to Boost Your Yield
For the past few years at ViVerde, we have been showering love on existing and newly planted fruit trees throughout our fifteen acres. It is showing! See what we have fruiting right now and find out ways you can make your fruit trees and shrubs more productive.