Bindweed has been spreading in the gardens and also in the pastures. In the pastures it is not a problem as the goats eat it.
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Brushy Water
This vernal pool has become very brushy. Just outside the edge of the forest is pasture, where it is easier to walk.
Japanese White Birch Catkins
The male catkins on the Japanese White Birch trees are opening up this month. They don’t last very long until they fall to the ground and some of the goats may eat up the spent catkins.
Goat Trap
A goat was enjoying some food in the feeder. But then proceeded to push through the opening and get stuck in there. Goats are fun to watch. They loved to run around on recently cut pasture and have been enjoying eating there.
Windbreak Goat Pasture
These young windbreak trees used to be part of a goat pasture. Now they help in winter to protect the goats from the North winds.
Wild Carrots Rolling Hills
Wild Carrots grow when the pastures are overgrazed. Their deep taproots bring up a lot of nutrients and help the pasture become healthier, and the pasture actually looks more beautiful while under the biomass of carrots.