2025 Updates

January: We grew again - please welcome Lucas and Yuri to the crew! For the goatscaping side of the house, we adopted two full-blooded nubian boys. They will add to Auris’s reach of higher limbs and this guides us into our succession plan and Auris’ retirement. Anyone else enjoy those freezing single-digit temperatures? No - neither did we. Everyone got a heat lamp and the goats got locked into their barn to prevent freezing at night. Oh the days of the hot heat need to come sooner rather than later.

February: Preparation Month - goat babies & gardens! I am beyond excited to meet the new little ones, we are still two months off, but boy have I over-prepared my goat kidding bag. I have all the necessary people on speed dial and they are made aware they are my “holy smokes this is happening!” call. Nala, Jenny, and Snickers are acting a bit more loving towards me and really have enjoyed their extra attention at night. Goat stall cameras have been installed and are ready to be put to work. I will be sharing footage if appropriate for the world wide web. I will be looking for labor signs starting April 1st.

March: The warmer weather has both us and our goats buzzing with energy, as the grass begins to grow and the season comes alive. Lucas and Yuri, the newest additions to our goat family, have truly found their stride, bonding with the herd and settling in beautifully. On the goat care front, spring brought its fair share of responsibilities. All of the goats received thorough hoof trims and health check-ups, and those needing updated vaccinations were taken care of. Keeping the herd healthy and happy is always a top priority! Meanwhile, we expanded our feathered family by adding more chicks to the flock. They've successfully transitioned to the coop (thankfully out of the house) and are now mingling with their feathered companions. To make room for our growing flock, we gave the chicken coop a makeover with additional roosting bars and nesting boxes—a small upgrade that makes a big difference for our feathered friends! On the gardening front, the season's first seeds have been planted and are already sprouting thanks to the warm spell we've been enjoying. Each new green shoot is a promise of what's to come. And speaking of preparations, our brand-new deer fence is up and ready to protect our summer harvests.

April: Kicking off "baby watch"—our most anticipated time of year. Jenny and Snickers are expecting, and we're keeping a close eye on them for signs of impending delivery. The joy and suspense are palpable as we prepare for the arrival of these precious new lives.

Mid-April Update! - BABY WATCH HAS BEEN COMPLETED! Snickers had two boys on April 9th and Jenny had two boys on April 10th. Mommas and babies are doing so well.