The Dadz and I got to do something fun and different recently – we headed to the Southern part of our state and attended a Farm & Forest Expo. We were hoping to learn some new ideas for our little farm and maybe get some of our questions answered about some different things we’ve been considering. It wasn’t really a place where you would purchase new birds or livestock or anything, though there were a few different animals up for adoption from various places. We had barely gotten in through the doors when we saw three chickens getting adopted from Live and Let Live Farm, a farm rescue organization that rescues and rehabilitates not just chickens, but horses, goats, dogs and many other animals. If they can’t find them homes, they give them lifetime care at the farm. Other than that, we only saw one other chicken – on a leash, no less! I forgot to snap a photo of that, but I did get a few shots of some of the other animals we saw.
We may not have learned as much as we had hoped to (there weren’t many booths on poultry), but we had a fun time and it was interesting to see all the different things that farmers in our state do. Beekeeping and maple sugaring are both very popular (though probably not something we’re going to do, though hubby was interested in beekeeping). I think our focus this year is going to be increasing our chicken flock and getting our garden going for fresh produce to sell. We are considering other birds, ducks and turkeys, but right now we’re both busy with new jobs, etc., so we’re not going to try to do too much. I’m pretty sure just adding a bit to the current flock and planting the garden will keep us busy enough this spring!
Looks very interesting and fun, so glad you went! And yes, sounds like plenty that you are planning to keep you more than busy!
It sounds like a good time, even if there wasn’t a lot on poultry.
It was definitely fun to see what other options might be out there for us!
I’d totally party with that pony! And the alpacas are the best–I go visit alpaca farms when I need a break from everyday life. If you ever add those to your farm, don’t be surprised if you see an Ohio license plate pulling up in your driveway 😉 My parents keep bees–it’s super cool to see their hives when we visit; it’s definitely a complicated process for the first few weeks, but then they’re pretty self-sufficient with just a little regular maintenance. They lost all three hives this past year, so they’re waiting to get their new bees in April. Barley and I will be excited to walk back and visit the bees this summer–I don’t trust Rye not to grab a mouthful of them out of the air!
Yeah, I’m not sure I’d trust Luke around them either! I’m a little paranoid of them since my sister is allergic. I don’t want to find out that I am too!
You definitely have your hands full but those baby goats would sure be tempting!!
You are right about that! 🙂
I think you should get some goats!!!! They’re so darn cute!
It’s tempting, but we’re trying to stick to more affordable farm animals right now. 🙂
That would be a fun day. And the baby goats, so cute!!
Looks like so much fun! I loved seeing the baby goats! And the Alpacas. I have a friend who has a small farm in Indiana and she has a couple of Alpacas.
I should have gotten a picture of all the different products they made, it was amazing. If I was crafty like that, I’d definitely want some!
Looks like a great time! Did I read a new job for you??? YAY!!!!!! Great news!
Yes, you did, Caren! It’s just a part time one, only a few hours per week, but it’s mostly work from home, so it’s a start!
Sounds like a fun day. Love those baby goats!
They are so adorable, aren’t they?
WOW! That looks like a most fun out n’ about!
oh I love it… and the mama want this moose… can you put it in your bag please?
Wouldn’t he look cool in your house? 🙂
What a great day! I’ve had bamtams in the past hey are cool looking little birds and their eggs are too cute. Fun to make deviled eggs with them.
We might have to get some one day!