Rock Formations
We were under a frost advisory last night. Every step I took this morning made a satisfying crunch underfoot. As I returned from my morning hike, I stopped to talk with my farm manager, Harold. He explained the rifle shot I had heard earlier this morning. Harold had shot two coyotes that have been sneaking closer to the Longhorn herd. I love to hear the coyote song at night, but we can’t allow them to cull our calves. And there are so many coyote they inevitably grab some weak cows or a lost calf.
In the afternoon I needed to check on the herd and fences below the “scar” road. I decided to ride around the long way, and I passed by some of our farm’s prettiest rock formations. These are unique geological formations which are prevalent on the plateau, especially on the edge where Coal Creek is. It is called “the Escarpment” because elevation begins around 2300 feet and slowly drops towards the TN River. The running water over thousands of years creates amazing bluffs, and I enjoy them on my property.
The highlight of my day occurred as I circled back around. As I head home, I spot a huge Turkey at the edge of the woods by the Eastern field. Unfortunately, his harem of 8-10 hens quickly scattered into the woods, but he remained and continued to strut as I passed by.
