There are so many things that seem to slow down immediately in the cooler weather. The animals nap a little more and seem to nestle and roost more frequently. Everything is less rushed – even breathing! Martin Tract Panorama - Photo courtesy of JK Thank goodness for the dogs protecting our sheep and chickens as … [Read more...]
Here Comes Trouble! And Thanksgiving Turkey Ordering…
We decided it would be a super idea to get another dog. A herding dog this time – and a companion that could live in the house when not ‘at work’. Oh, and we’ll get her as a puppy and train her ourselves to establish the proper bond, just like the puppy training book says. Best laid plans and all… So we got a … [Read more...]
Sheep at St. Michaels
The fields have rested and the grass is perfect for the sheep at St. Michaels. Bella and Sassy, the two jennys, are there with the sheep to help protect them from coyotes (see them way in the back?). There have been indications of coyotes in the fields recently – we hope Bella and Sassy get the hang of this very … [Read more...]
Farm to School Day
Once again, Double Brook Farm participated in the Hopewell Elementary Farm to School Day. Lindsay and Andrea spent the day giving students hayrides and answering questions about the farm from these budding farmers (ex. “Where do the animals take naps during the day?” and “Can you feed a sheep ice cream?”). The kids … [Read more...]
All Quiet Until…
So the piglets were snoozing peacefully over at the Martin tract. But then a couple of them got this great idea…to tussle! And tussle… And tussle. Until they got tuckered out. And hungry. Sometimes it’s best just to have a space of your own. And relax. … [Read more...]
Jenny, Jenny!
As it turns out, guard dogs work better and are happier in a pair. So, we decided to put Bea and Kasey together with the chickens. But what to do with the sheep? Donkeys!! What? Yes, donkeys! Introducing our two jennys (that’s female donkey to you and me): Sassy (left) and Bella. Sassy, who is estimated to be … [Read more...]
Vegetables and Flowers in the Fields
I took a ride up to the vegetable fields on one of the recent warm days to capture the most beautiful things in the field – our flowers. They are in all shapes and sizes, but so colorful and bright. I was especially taken with this one. The Cockscomb (or Celosia Cristata) is so bright, velvety and close up, … [Read more...]
Crisp Fall Days on the Farm
I was over by the rams yesterday and noticed a lot of activity. It seems as though some birds have developed a relationship with the woolier rams. They were picking and scratching through the rams’ hair. I think both the rams and birds were happy! There is also another guest in the rams’ quarters: a small deer. We … [Read more...]
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