re: Homebrewing..... Some tips

I agree with the temp override on the freezer/fridge. This is what I do. Depending on what temp you keep your house at, the swamp cooler method might work to begin with. Try googling it.

I have not tried growing hops but others in my club (Redstick Brewmasters) have with little success. Hope enjoy a long photoperiod that does not exist down here. Likewise it is hot as balls. That said, if I had a spot that got sun all day I would try it. Relatively cheap investment.