Counting Caterpillars
We have a special affinity for large, beautiful swallowtails and want to see their population thrive. When we acquired Vista...
An inventory of animals identified at Vista Farm
Grass Is Everywhere
As I ride around in my new Honda Pioneer, looking for critters and new blossoms, tall grass in myriad varieties...
2024 Journal
A journal of weather and species sightings at Vista Farm in 2024.
Links To All Posts
We’ve posted quite a bit since 2019 and not all the titles appear on the About page. Here they are. Enjoy!
Building An All-Native Wildflower Habitat
Building a new pollinator habitat of all native wildflowers with funding from the NRCS Conservation Stewardship Program.
“Lights Out” for Migratory Birds
Louisiana Wildlife Federation is calling upon residents and businesses throughout the state to join others in turning off bright or excess lighting from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. each day between August 15 to November 15 to help protect the billions of migratory birds that fly through Louisiana at night during this period.
Weather & Species Sightings in 2023
December 31, 2023 -- Happy New Year To All. December 5, 2023 -- What a difference a good rain can...
Weather Conditions & Species Sightings in 2022
December 30, 2022 -- After last week's Arctic freeze it's warmed up to a normal 60ish, but torrential rain made...
Hurricane Ida
Hurricane Ida swept through Madisonville, LA, on August 29, 2021, causing downed trees and much debris at Vista Farm.
Caught on Camera
Ever wonder what happens when your not there? Set up a game camera and find out. A White Tail Deer...
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