Our Mission & Values
At Grow Wild, we believe that healing the world starts with healing our soils. Our mission is to empower people to create regenerative landscapes that:
- Produce nutrient-dense food
- Build healthy soil
- Support biodiversity
- Create resilient ecosystems
- Nourish mind, body and soul
We follow nature rather than fight it. This means working with natural systems, understanding soil mineral balance, and creating conditions where beneficial life can thrive.
Grow Wild
Welcome!
Spending time in nature can greatly impact your well-being. This applies even to your own backyard. It’s true! Research shows that just a few minutes of outdoor time can lower stress levels and improve mood for days.
But it’s not just about being in nature – it’s about creating a symbiotic relationship with the environment around us. At Grow Wild, we believe that focusing on the fundamentals of life is essential. Clean food and water are key to health and happiness. We empower you to transform your yard into a thriving ecosystem that nourishes your mind, body, and soul.
Our Expertise
Our approach combines modern soil science with time-tested ecological principles. We specialize in:
Rainwater harvesting
Soil mineral balancing and testing
No-till vegetable production
Food forest design
Silvopasture systems
Korean Natural Farming techniques
Native plant integration
Hugelkultur and sustainable bed building
Our Approach
We believe that every landscape has the potential to become a thriving ecosystem. Our process starts with understanding your soil through comprehensive testing. From there, we develop customized plans to:
Support local biodiversity
Balance soil minerals for optimal plant health
Build organic matter and soil life
Integrate productive perennial systems
Create beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes
What sets us apart is our focus on soil fundamentals. By getting the mineral balance right and supporting soil biology, we create conditions where plants naturally thrive with minimal inputs.
Working Together
Whether you’re looking to grow nutrient-dense food, create wildlife habitat, or simply have a more sustainable yard, we’ll work with you to achieve your goals. We provide:
- Detailed soil analysis and recommendations
- Custom landscape designs
- Step-by-step implementation guides
- Ongoing coaching and support
- Educational workshops and resources
Ready to start your regenerative journey? Let’s connect and explore how we can transform your space into a thriving ecosystem that nourishes you and the earth.
Background
Brian Barnicle brings over two decades of hands-on experience in sustainable agriculture, ecological design, and community education to his work. His journey began early as an Eagle Scout. He led a transformative project that converted farmland into public green space with hiking trails and community gardens. This was an early example of his ability to blend conservation with community engagement.
Brian has seven years of commercial farming experience. This includes managing both intensive small-scale operations and larger 20-acre projects. He has developed extensive practical knowledge in sustainable agriculture. His expertise spans regenerative growing techniques. He is skilled in soil health management and Korean Natural Farming. Additionally, he knows various cultivation methods from traditional gardening to experimental systems like aquaponics.
Living off-grid for three years provided Brian with invaluable experience in self-sufficiency and sustainable systems integration. During this time, he mastered practical skills including:
- Solar power system management
- Well water and irrigation systems
- Rainwater harvesting
- Construction using locally sourced materials
- Animal husbandry (chickens and horses)
- Season extension techniques
- Food preservation
Brian’s professional background includes designing and installing gardens under the mentorship of a master gardener. He worked alongside horticulturists on large-scale installations at wineries and private residences.
His deep knowledge of plant communities and ecological relationships stems from practical experience. His education is continuous through workshops focused on soil health, microbial life, and fungal networks.
Brian, as a father and partner to a registered dietitian, understands firsthand the importance of growing nutrient-dense food. He also realizes the significance of incorporating medicinal herbs into daily life. This personal commitment to health through natural systems informs his approach to design and education.
He has led youth through wilderness experiences with the Boy Scouts. He has also managed large-scale school photography projects. These experiences have honed his ability to engage and educate young people effectively.
This unique combination of technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and educational background makes Brian particularly well-suited for helping others create resilient, self-sustaining homesteads while building community through shared learning experiences.
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