I have lived in larger communities during my life. At this time in our nations’ history I am very happy and relieved to be residing on a farm in the middle of BFE.
Didn’t get the garden in this year however (money wasn’t there once we found out the missus is pregnant) but nearby friends have a large garden and we have chickens for eggs so we can barter with ‘em.
Same here. It's the younger folk who can't wait to get to the lights of the big city but they're the least experienced to handle such situations.
You might be surprised how little a garden would cost to put in. Your north enough to not be behind in planting. Borrow your neighbor's tiller for the afternoon. Maybe he also has extra seeds to share with you. Ask others if they have any seeds for sharing or trade eggs. Visit the weekly gardening thread here - http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/2732750/posts . Plant trellis growing plants along an already existing fence. Viola! You've got your garden at little to zero expense.