Posts From Viki Mather

Reflections

February 1, 2010

The moment I stepped onto the dock one hot June day nearly 40 years ago, I knew I had come home. The lake, the forest,...

Up North and Off Grid: Living with Solar

October 1, 2009

Last spring I was in to visit one of our local solar energy suppliers. He has some pretty strong concerns about folks who want to...

Cottaging in Canada – Paddling into Mashkinonje Park

June 1, 2009

Updated January 3, 2022 Mostly I am a homebody. Why wouldn’t I be? I live in a cozy little cottage in the forest, with a...

Up North and Off the Grid: Edible Weeds – Lamb’s Quarters and more

July 1, 2007

If you have an immaculate weed-free garden, you are missing out on some of the best vegetables ever grown! If you are relaxed enough to...

Up North and Off the Grid: My Two Favorite Books on Edible Wild Plants

June 1, 2007

This article begins a summer series of delicious wild dining. Plan to walk with me through your garden and the forest as we explore the...

Up North and Off Grid: Our First Year in the Woods

July 1, 2004

The moment I stepped onto the dock one hot July day nearly thirty years ago, I knew I had come home. The lake, the forest,...