SHULIST FAMILY FARM

Today Owen had a chance to get up close to some farm animals. The Shulist family in Combermere where we buy our organic meat held an open house today. Owen was thrilled.

The farm is in a beautiful location on the Canadian shield and has been in the family for five generations. We are so fortunate to have excellent organic food so close to home.

Stas (the one carrying his son) was our tour guide and our first stop was to see the cattle. Most fields have stone fences which is typical of farms in this area as most farms grew stones faster than potatoes years ago.

The cattle were not happy when we left and let us know by bawling loudly as the gate was closed. They usually get a treat whenever the farmer visits and that didn't happen on this trip so they were very vocal in their disappointment.  They're just like little kids.

The little pigs were cute but they were more interested in searching for grubs than the visitors on tour.

Boys being boys they thought the chickens would be fun to catch, but the chickens were just too nimble for these boys; still it was fun to try.

Owen was more interested in telling the farmer his own chicken stories and asking questions about the animals.

As you can see he was delighted to sit on the tractor. Sasha had wisely removed the key so no accidental starting today. Reminded me of the fun we had whenever we visited Scott and drove his tractor.

After so much walking, playing and talking Owen was exhausted and needed food. The Shulist family had kindly prepared hamburgers and sausages for all who signed up for the tour. It was a fine way to sample their organic home grown food.

Next stop was an old logging chute I wanted Owen to see.

He had to load his own sticks and watch them tumble down the falls.

We even managed to find a beach and have some fun in the sand.

One final dip in the water and it was time to head for home. Exhausted but delighted with the day I think we will be going to bed a little earlier than usual.

Thanks for stopping by and safe travels everyone.