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Sandhill Cranes

September 15, 2022 Elizabeth

Steve went for a walk down our dirt road today and he thought he was hearing sandhill cranes. He continued walking and spotted this pair in the back of the field. These aren't great pics because they are very zoomed in. Interesting to see them out here. We usually only hear them … [Read more...]

BirdWatching, Fall

New Apple Tree!

September 14, 2022 Elizabeth

When Steve bought this property our scraggly apple tree was in really bad shape. We've tended it and tried to get it back. It has given apples and it was very productive several years ago. However, it seems to be nearing the end of its life. It had some damage originally and … [Read more...]

Landscaping

Porch Toads still out

September 11, 2022 Elizabeth

We've continued to see some toads out and about! Loading up on bugs before winter. … [Read more...]

Toads

Night Hounds

September 4, 2022 Elizabeth

Some pics of Duke & Tilda out in the night … [Read more...]

Dogs Duke, Tilda

Walking Stick

August 27, 2022 Elizabeth

We spotted this cool walking stick! We usually see at least one every year. Glad this year was no exception! … [Read more...]

Insects

Deer & Turkeys visit

August 23, 2022 Elizabeth

It was a pretty big day around here! We don't see the deer come into the yard very often but we do have a doe raising twins this year. We've also been visited by some turkeys on occasion. But, today they all showed up to the party! Here's some pics. … [Read more...]

BirdWatching, Summer, White Tail Deer, Wild Turkey

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