This morning, Alex, Vicki, and Amanda went with me to the Submarine Force Museum (my office) with Alex’s cub scout pack. The kids had a great time checking out the boat and participating in the summer activity learning about damage…
Anna and I sat down and figured out our breeding plan for the goats. We decided to breed all the does to the 2 bucks we bought. It wasn’t too hard to decide. However, we did also have some discussions…
We have ordered our final batch of meat chickens for this year, and they will arrive the first week of Sept. We are going to raise a group of Cornish Cross to see how they perform, mostly because of the…
This year on the farm has been marked with a significant amount of growth in our endeavors, and we are not done yet. We are thrilled to announce our participation in CT Farm Fresh Express! Last year, we went to…
This weekend was supposed to be filled with trail riding and overnight camping with the horses. However, the threat of severe weather yesterday caused us to cancel some plans. The clouds were still looming, but we went out this morning…
You never know what you will find in our rabbit cages… Amanda decided to climb in while the cage was empty. She actually had a good time playing in the cage.
In the last 13 years, we have always had at least one dog. Anna and I had previously discussed our options for what breed we would get next. So, with the passing of Baron, our search began. Last night we…
Previously I posted about starting my formal education as a horse hoof trimmer. Even though I have 7 years of experience, I know learning is a continuous process. The Equine Sciences Academy is the group I was most impressed with…
I have spent the week at Camp Tadma with 4 Webelos (including Alex). Growing up, I spent 2 summers working on summer camp staff, and attended camp every year except one. Therefore, the idea of what to expect at camp…
While I am away at Cub Scout camp this week, it was almost certain something would go wrong. Yesterday afternoon Anna found Baron, our Collie mix of 13 years, in the yard unable to stand. He was groaning in pain…