This past week was one for the birds! As they are starting to gather for migration or passing through as they migrate from other areas, we have been spotting them. Weather also moved through this week leaving a lot of rain. It was fantastic! Nights are cooling off and it really is the autumn season. Enjoy! Amy
Author: Amy Wheeler
Mom/Caregiver, epic girlfriend, D&D player, science/history nerd.
Raising St. Croix & Katahdin Hair Sheep for breeding stock & market; Raising Chickens for Eggs; Gardening for vegetables, fruits & herbs; Preserving the Harvest; Making Natural Remedies; Hunting, Fishing & Foraging; Wilderness Survival.
Hair Sheep, Hens & Harvest: Early Autumn 2026
Welcome to the early autumn edition! This past season has been a busy one on the ranch. We officially kicked off sheep breeding season, welcomed a few more fluffy chicks to the flock, and finalized some important policy changes for next year's sales. There's a ton of harvests due to be ready as well as a few things needing to get planted for autumn harvests! Enjoy, Amy
Hedge & Hollow: August 31st, 2026
A moved trail-cam caught some great shots of new animals, and birds are starting to migrate. Autumn feels like it's arrived! Enjoy! Amy
Gardens & Nature: August 24th, 2026
This week was my daughter’s birthday week, so I had a few busy days celebrating sweet 16! Our woods walks and gardens were fairly quiet, but I still managed to see some new "life birds" for my Merlin app. Late summer on the homestead is just so peaceful right now. Soon we’ll be cutting and stacking firewood to prep for winter! Enjoy! Amy
Gardens & Nature: August 17th, 2026
This week brought unexpected surprises, new blooms, and incredible discoveries during my walks in the woods. Best of all, it is finally time to start planting for the fall harvest! Enjoy! Amy
