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RE: Rain brings mushrooms, but landscape stay thirsty.
Have you thought about foraging mushrooms?
It seems to fit well into your lifestyle. I lived in the middle of nowhere in Portugal for one year and went mushroom hunting in autumn. I was quite surprised how many different species could be found there. I really wasn't expecting that. It's a fun activity for children too, once they're old enough.
Hi @croctopus. I remeber hunting for mushrooms as a child as well, when we went with my dad and my gradfather who knew what to pick and what not. I myself would love to learn. Maybe I should start reading books on it or make a course, or find a local that could teach me. Thank you for your kind answer.
It's an interesting hobby and really rewarding too. Ecologically sustainable too, since the picking of the mushroom does not hurt the mycelium. Buy a good, up-to-date book and try finding out the right species by yourself at first (don't eat them yet). Once you're sure you like it, a course is the best way to go.
There's also the possibility to grow some species yourself in your garden.
I remember finding plenty of chanterelles, black trumpets and armillarias in the Alentejo where I lived. I met some people foraging for truffels with dogs and pigs as well. ;-)
I might do some content on mushrooms next season, if I can find time for it.
Best of luck!
Very interesting @croctopus. I guess I will keep my eyes open for a course in the region.. Where are you actually from and what brought you to Portugals Alentejo in the past?
That's a good idea! I'm from Germany but I went to Portugal to go WWOOFing:
https://wwoofinternational.org/
I met lots of interesting people and could check out different lifestyles. If you have a place to spare where you can accommodate people and you need some helping hands in developing your permaculture, you could think about becoming a host. :)
My experiences with them were mostly positive and I remember my time in Portugal quite fondly.
I'm also from Germany and I live here already for about 2 years. It was a good decision to come over. I've heard of WWOOFing. The Permaculture Farm we do most of our shopping have WWOOfers over every now and then. I need to think about it. Having changing people living in the family is somethign you have to commit yourself too.
That's true, you have to feel confident it's the right choice. It's just an option, you do what feels right for you. :)
Best of luck in your lifestyle whichever way you decide to go. I'll keep an eye on your posts.