thank you for all the ideas. I do like the idea of compacting down the soil using rammed earth. This is similar to many of the gravel walkways and paths I have built.



Unfortunately I live in one of those rural communities of 900 that is trying to be fancy. However I would have no issues going with wood heat but my insurance company will not insure us for any heat other than electric or gas. I'm looking into other companies. I would love to heat my whole house and shop with wood, I did so for 5 years in Oregon. Based on all the other busy body complaints I have gotten lately I'm worried about just putting in a wood stove anyway.