This summer we have steadily cleared more jungle to create gardens.
Jocelyn helps keep the brush pile happily burning by throwing Eucalyptus leaves on the fire.
After the first phase of fire has reduced the hard wood into ash, Wells lends a hand to build a second pile of smaller brush to burn.
After a pathway is cleared into the old gardens, we begin clearing in earnest.
This zone is protected from the winds, but still get excellent sun exposure and water supply year round.
After removing the underbrush, the trees and dead wood can be cut and piled for another fire.
Avichai takes on the challenge of Fire Master and keeps this pile going for three days.
The area is beginning to take shape and the lay of the land can be found.
A few rogue taro have thrived in this environment for years.
Mitra hides from the smoke and flames behind his Taro guardian.
Avichai contemplating his next log toss.
Another sunny summer day makes the fire so very happy.
Cutting Canna is a tedious but necessary process before the roots can be removed.
After several days, the massive Acatia trees have burnt through and the brush pile is minimized.
Next, we remove the roots and replant the area with edible crops!
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