Scything

 SCYTHING.

Introduction to hand mowing with a European scythe! 

Fossil-fuel free, peaceful, clean, enjoyable work, which everyone can do on their homestead, no matter how big or small. 

Accessible and manageable- scything is an appropriate technology for homesteading and permaculture gardening. Especially appropriate for getting at edges and slopes.

Especially manageable for women and petite folks, and great for peaceful work parties with land tenders!

I'm here to answer your questions and introduce you to the simple joy of scything! 

I'll talk about the European scythe and share with you my journey of learning with this wonderful tool.

We'll have an informative discussion about the tool, best practices, and uses, and where to get supplies.

I'll share with you books and web resources as well.

Hand mowing with a scythe is a practical, emissions-free, efficient, and enjoyable way to maintain fields, orchards, or gardens. 

Whether you want to make hay or hay mulch, manage weeds or unwanted brush on your land, mow around trees or narrow paths… or look bad ass mowing your front lawn ;))- the benefits are many. Especially in the interest of biodiversity and health of our communities.

Talk- 1 hr. No hands on practice, but loads of practical advice and basic knowledge. 

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Hands on Practical Workshop: half day (3-4 hr) 

On site theory and practice. Introduction to mowing and scythe sharpening  (peening, honing).