We talked about fall in another post.....

**WV_mom_of2** · 08-31-2009, 08:35 AM

are there things you really need to get done before winter hits your area?

I need to get a few more things stockpiled like toilet paper, yeast and dried beans.

I need to get my flower beds cleaned out.

I need to get the house all cleaned up and organized so when I'm home all winter I won't go mad in the clutter LOL.

We will have to get the outdoor woodstove cranked up and I need to get a new filter for it soon.

I need to get the A/C unit out of the kitchen window.

**thefrug** · 08-31-2009, 10:00 AM

I have to:

1) close the pool ( that will be done sometime the week of the 14th)
2) clean up the raised garden beds
3) turn the soil in them and around my blackberry bushes so I can plant raspberry bushes next spring near them.
4) find the snow shovels ( where ever hubby stuck them lol)
5) rearrange the kitchen counters so that the appliances I use the most during the cold season is out and available
6) get 5-6 bales of straw for the pup's dog box and for the cat's boxes ( they're all outside critters so they need this to stay warm)
7) move all the junk thats sitting near and around the pellet stove ( where does this stuff come from?!)
8) clean up all the potted plants and store the pots.
9) repot some of the herbs and bring them in for the bay window for the winter

thats all I can think of right now. I'm sure theres more lol there always is

**cab54** · 08-31-2009, 12:37 PM

Need to add MUCH to my stockpile. Winters are very cold and snow is deep here.(3 feet!?!) I don't relish the idea of going to the store on a snowmobile.

My plan is to not have to go at all, for 3 months.

We have to get a lot more wood cut and in the woodshed. The gas company can't get back to the cabin very easily, especially when the road is snowy. So we'll need wood for heat, maybe cooking.

DH will need to do maintenance on his backhoe, so it's in good shape to plow the snow.

Need to get that 'one more' delivery of gas before the snow flies, as back-up.

DH is going to put some more insulation in the crawl space to keep the cold out.

last but not least----Have my 3 pair of footed fleece PJ's (with the back flap)ready and waiting. I look like a dork in them, but I am WARM. LOL!

And I am knitting lots of socks and sweaters.

**tervsforme** · 08-31-2009, 12:49 PM

Great thread, I was thinking of things I need to get done. Fall is my busy season at work, so by the end of September, I have to be prepared to work 6 days a week and 10 hour days.

~I have to clean up the flower beds in the back of the house.
~Go through recipes and find some new soup and casserole recipes. I like to cook on Sundays one casserole and one soup to last me through the week, makes it much easier!
~Make sure I have everything needed to make Christmas gifts.

That's a start for me. I'll add more as I come up with them!

**WV_mom_of2** · 09-01-2009, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by thefrug

I have to:

1) close the pool ( that will be done sometime the week of the 14th)
2) clean up the raised garden beds
3) turn the soil in them and around my blackberry bushes so I can plant raspberry bushes next spring near them.
4) find the snow shovels ( where ever hubby stuck them lol)
5) rearrange the kitchen counters so that the appliances I use the most during the cold season is out and available
6) get 5-6 bales of straw for the pup's dog box and for the cat's boxes ( they're all outside critters so they need this to stay warm)
7) move all the junk thats sitting near and around the pellet stove ( where does this stuff come from?!)
8) clean up all the potted plants and store the pots.
9) repot some of the herbs and bring them in for the bay window for the winter

thats all I can think of right now. I'm sure theres more lol there always is

You reminded me that I need straw for the dog and rabbit boxes! Thanks!

**Trishagirl** · 09-01-2009, 10:00 AM

I need to get my flowerbeds cleaned out.
Put the roses to bed for the winter.
Rake leaves and burn some and put some on compost pile.

**geckoace** · 09-01-2009, 10:32 AM

-we need to fix the end of our driveway its hard to get cars out in good weather i cant imagine what we will do in the snow!
- put the cover on the AC, a simple thing be we forgot last year and that sucker is old it need all the tlc it can get cause we cant afford to replace it
-clean up the wood pile a bit
-possible get a tree cut down... still trying to decide on this one it will need to be trimmed back at least

**shoiji** · 09-01-2009, 11:30 AM

Need to put the blanket on the water heater.

Hopefully find a good pair of winter boots.

Hang the blankets up in the windows.

**Maine Girl** · 09-01-2009, 04:59 PM

Need a to work on my stockpile
Take out the A/C
Tape down the plastic over my sliding glass door.
Put the glass back in my front door and take out the screen
Get my draft blankets out

**Rhiamon** · 09-01-2009, 05:05 PM

need to get some good hiking winter boots ( I walk or take the bus every where)
get DD some winter boots, mittens and a hat
get out and air out the extra blankets

**Debbie-cat** · 09-01-2009, 06:02 PM

I have much to do before winter and it is coming too fast!

1. clean out garden
2. get straw for things around here
3. finish making Christmas gifts
4. finish getting plow truck ready
5. deep-clean all carpets
6. close and insulate kitchen vent

I know there is a ton more but that is all I can of now.

**lovestoread** · 09-02-2009, 07:36 AM

I need to:

Work on stockpile some more

clean raised bed out

wash windows

get several furnace filters

get more sidewalk salt for beauty shop

I am sure there are lots more, and not enough time to do it all.....

**my4littlebuffaloes** · 09-02-2009, 01:29 PM

I need to do the following.

plant garlic
chop wood (really dh)
finish painting our fence we put in (decorative)
can applesauce to last the year
add more insulation in our attic

Great question!

**frugalfranny** · 09-02-2009, 01:54 PM

Mine is outside stuff and after today should be able to make a dent in it...it has been too hot.

Have three peonies to plant,
take a chance and plant some new grass,
want to move a minature lilac,
final weeding done,
and around first of Oct. do fall fertilizing of lawn,
roll up all hoses and put away,
move three bird baths to protected area or into garage.

Was hoping to areate the lawn but that just ain't going to happen!

**miss_thrifty** · 09-02-2009, 08:08 PM

here -
get enough dry goods over the next 2 family allowances stock pile for xmas time.
buy some mums for the front porch
make sure the outside water tap is well insulated and ready for winter
buy a new snow shovel at discount xmas store when it opens this fall or any where cheaper i can fine
look for winter boots for the kids and snowsuit for oldest
get mil to knit more mittens and gloves (I buy the yarn).
buy another clear shelf plastic storage bin for mittens and hats etc.(old one used for crafts now)
start on sons knitted quilt
get enough material and make oldest denim quilt for xmas gift