Today I spent the better part of my day at the "Kelok Illahee" farm owned by Dick and Melinda Springs located in Gannett, Idaho just south of Bellevue. The farm, which means home of the sandhill crane in Chinook, is an amazing place and I am grateful that Dick and Melinda share what they have created with others.I was there attending the third session of my Vegetable Gardening 102 class, offerend through CSI and led by Dick and Melinda. We were there to learn how to build a hoop house which is often used to extend the growing season. Little did I know how fun and interesting the whole day would turn out to be. Not only did we learn all about hoop houses but we also learned about raising chickens and pigs and we toured the whole farm. Animals to be found at "Kelok Illahee" include: emus, chickens, pigs, pygmy goats, geese, ducks, dogs and cats.
I need to sort through all of my photos and create a few different slide shows but for now here are a few photos from a very fun day on the farm!
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Since there is nothing that is going to bloom anytime soon in my own yard I am posting a few photos of micro alpine flora from my first spring hike up Heidelberg Hill in Ketchum.
Hi Beth, loved those alpine shots...Are you getting chickens? Brian
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ReplyDeleteLove your enthusiasm. I can't wait to see how your garden unfolds. Check in with you soon. Laura
Hey Beth, what a sweet comment to make,thanks. It's fun to see what your up to! B
ReplyDeleteHi Beth, Found your blog through Blotanical. I was attracted to the piggies going for their milk. Mama pig looks like she can still sleep while her little piggies are 'attacking' her. So cute! Good shot! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteHi Beth. Like Stephanie, just checking out blogs on blotanical. Good luck with the lovage and the baby pigs.
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