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Deer Hunting Season

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December 8, 2023

Deer Hunting Season

What do we do when it's deer hunting season?

When hunting local, we wake up real early, usually around 3 am. We do the milking. We feed the calves, pigs, horses, and dogs. We move the portable fence, so the cows and heifers have fresh pasture for the day and try to be in the woods before dawn.

Although it can be challenging to find the time to hunt, it is very relaxing to sit out in God’s creation and watch nature.

On November 25th, my 10-year old son, Marlin, accompanied me for his first ever deer hunt. My wife, Sadie, and our daughters did the milking, so we could have some Father-Son time which is really special.

It turned out to be a gorgeous day.

We saw quite a few deer and were able to harvest a mature doe. Our family likes venison (deer meat) with bologna and dried venison probably being our favorite. So, now we have venison in the freezer along with our 100% grass fed beef, pastured pork, chicken, and turkey which keeps things interesting.

We can't sell you any of our venison, unfortunately. Boo-hoo!! However, we do have some wonderful new products.

So long for now.

Wishing God’s blessing to you and your family.

Farmer Alvin


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