We raise hens for their eggs. This week I came across two pests near their coop. A pest is defined as an organism that is detrimental to humans or human concerns. It’s actually very much an “eye of the beholder” … Continue reading →
This is an update from our Eastern Bluebird nestbox #1. This is the first one we put up and marks the start of trail. It’s quite near our house and can be seen from our kitchen windows. We found 5 … Continue reading →
The cactus on our property have started putting on their show. We’ve had rain recently and that’s what triggers their blooms. They’re very opportunistic – they have to be. Who knows when it will rain again? Immediately after a rain, … Continue reading →
A few weeks ago, we got to visit the Mesquite Creek Landfill near New Braunfels. The Hays County Master Naturalists sponsored a field trip to the site, as part of our Advanced Training. I know that most people don’t associate … Continue reading →