The area is covered with a variety of oak trees
The land and skies are beautiful
He has OCD. He will bring you his ball and stare at it motionless until its thrown. Then the cycle begins again.
This is Arrow (or Aero). A cross bred Aussie sheep dog
Owner of the winery telling us about the uniqueness of the soil and environment in Cambria vineyards.
Our view of a small rise near the home of the vineyard owner where we had lunch
After the grapes are harvested the sheep are allowed to eat the leaves, branches and remaining grapes. Their droppings will help fertilize the land. The sheep are potected from predators by Belgian sheep dogs
Much of the land is left alone to be nurtured until needed
Chef Debbi Dubbs' tour group enjoying a tasting at Halter Ranch vineyard
Life of the leaf. From young green to elder red
One bunch which didn't make the cut
A healthy bunch and tasty as a couple of us tried
Chickens are used to eat ground pests like tics
The covered bridge which had to be helicoptered in from the original owner
An old barn converted into a dance-hall. Many buildings on the property have multiple uses
This view could be from the 1920s or now. It hasn't changed much
The gourd farm
Life of a mouser
an old Wedgewood stove/oven still in use
Serene
Tomato slices being smoked and dried
Spearmint
Sage
Peas
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Tomatillos
Black Jalepenos
Protecting his hens
Stove/ovens used daily by the farmer and his wife
Docking the dough prior to baking to allow air to escape
Salad of heirloom tomatoes and bell peppers. The farmer made his signature mustard dressing
after baking the ingredients are added. Cheese, tomatoes and bell peppers
After baking the quiche is golden brown and delicious
The farmer with ultimate care of his land and animals. All natural, beyond organic.
Farm cat: Peter
The old man of the yard
Vineyard owners sometimes employ a natural system to recycle leaves and small branches from the grapevines. The system also keeps the grass from growing too tall.
Natural recycling center