Roots & Refuge Podcast

Roots & Refuge Podcast

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A pail of fresh milk in a bucket from the cow.

The Home Dairy (Raising Dairy Animals)

When it comes to raising a dairy animal at home, there are many things to consider. In this post, I'm breaking down the types of dairy animals, things to consider when choosing an animal, milking tips, and things to know before bringing your dairy animal home.

Chickens near a chicken tractor.

Homesteading & Hungry

Join me on this podcast episode with Lisa from Homesteading and Hungry as we discuss all things homesteading.

Fog covered morning just before sunrise on a farm.

The Leaves Are Green

I hear all the time that you all want me to do more devotional-style content. This is one that was recorded almost a year ago now (back in 2022), and it's near and dear to my heart. I hope you enjoy it in either video or podcast format below.

There's a lot more to watch right here!

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards

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I’m taking a break from YouTube. (I’ll be back)

April 26, 2024 7:47 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** #rootsandrefuge

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So much DRAMA (Go be Goats & The Seedling Mystery) | VLOG

April 24, 2024 1:07 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** #rootsandrefuge

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Sowing Seeds and Chatting Gardening (One day there will be order..) | VLOG

April 22, 2024 5:11 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution - Neptune's Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer #rootsandrefuge

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The best day ever (I LOVE SPRING) | VLOG

April 20, 2024 3:53 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution - Neptune's Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer #rootsandrefuge

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Our new CALF (Eclipse Afternoon & The Slow and Meaningful Way) | VLOG

April 9, 2024 6:56 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution - Neptune's Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer #rootsandrefuge

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Will I miss another baby? (getting ready to leave) | VLOG

April 8, 2024 3:04 pm

Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-greenstalk - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution - Neptune's Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer #rootsandrefuge

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Really Good News ( And Garden Tour Feedback) | VLOG

March 30, 2024 12:27 pm

Fulmer Street Market: https://www.beulahroastingco.com/pages/fulmer-st-market Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards **********************

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The Very First Market (And Why I'm Doing It) | VLOG

March 25, 2024 6:16 pm

The Farmer's Table Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Farmers_Table The old video I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=40jGb3342nz5Q9MK&v=GIDI250_kcE&feature=youtu.be Hey ya'll, I'm Jess from Roots & Refuge Farm Welcome to a place that feels like home. A small farm with a big family. We hope you'll pull up a chair, grab some coffee and visit awhile. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that is exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to our journey, friend. I am so glad you're here. ********************* WHERE TO FIND US (Some of the links here are affiliate links. If you purchase through our links we'll receive a small commission but the price remains the same - OR BETTER - for you! Be sure to check for any mentioned discount codes.) - Our Website: https://rootsandrefuge.com - Sign up for our newsletter: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-signup - Join our Patreon to get early access to podcasts and other information, plus monthly LIVES with me and Miah: https://patreon.com/rootsandrefuge - Abundance+ (Grab a FREE 7-day trial): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-wilder-still - Shop our Stickers & Shirts: https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-shop - Order my first book, "First Time Gardener": https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-ftgbook - Order my second book, "First Time Homesteader": https://rootsandrefuge.com/first-time-homesteader-yt - Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefugefarm - Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com - To drop us a line: PO Box 4239 Leesville SC 29070 - To have a gift sent to our house from our Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SFA0IZHZRCOZ?ref_=wl_share - To support us through PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessicasowards ********************** PRODUCTS WE LOVE - You've probably heard me talk about these things a million times, so here's where you can order them (and get a discount with my code!): - - Greenstalk Vertical Gardens (Basket Style Planters on sale). Use code "ROOTS10" for $10 off your order): https://greenstalkgarden.com/?rstr=ROOTS10 - Squizito Tasting Room (Use code "ROOTS" for 10% off your order): https://rootsandrefuge.com/yt-squizito - ButcherBox: https://rootsandrefuge.com/butcherbox - Growers Solution: https://rootsandrefuge.com/growers-solution - Neptune's Harvest Fertilizer: https://rootsandrefuge.com/neptunes-harvest-fertilizer #rootsandrefuge

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Granny Skills and The Changing Farm | VLOG

March 21, 2024 12:32 pm

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