With Fred Meyer

What does it really mean to belong to a place—and to leave something better behind? In this conversation with Fred Meyer of EarthMind, we trace the story of Eureka Moon Farm and reflect on how vision, stewardship, and we explore what it means to design a life, and a landscape that actually fits.

In this episode:

• What is EarthMind/Backyard Abundance? [01:30]
• The How of Eureka Moon Farm [03:10]
• Starting the Farm Journey [05:25]
• Designing the Farm with Fred Meyer, EarthMind [07:51]
• Challenges and Realizations [12:46]
• The Importance of Proximity in Farm Design [39:48]
• Seasonal Chicken Paddocks and Elder Lane [43:30]
• Natural Playscapes for Kids [48:25]
• Design Elements and Wayfinding [50:34]
• Creative Play and Loose Parts [52:37]
• The Culvert Tunnel Project [56:54]
• Lessons from Natural Playscapes [58:54]
• Mulching and Weed Control [01:05:45]
• Area Beautification Projects [01:09:00]
• The Importance of a Plan [01:12:06]
• EarthMind Coaching and Support Services [01:22:13]

Why it matters:

Maybe you’re in a season of tending, not sprinting. Maybe you’re reimagining what legacy looks like beyond achievement. This conversation is a reminder that the small, faithful work you're doing, right where you are already matters.

Wildly Recommended:

• Order Fred's Book: Low-Maintenance Eco Gardens: A Practical Guide to Creating an Easy & Sustainable Garden

Reflection Question:

What have you learned from watching your place grow and shift over time?

Resources + Links:

• EarthMind Case Studies

Find Fred:

• Backyard Abundance/EarthMind

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