Farm Stay in the Lander Valley

Lander, WY

Melissa

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This is no staid tour. You can throw in for any task of the day. There are twice daily pasture walks to move irrigation water when you may be chased by the resident pair of Sandhill cranes protecting their colt. The roosters will crow at sunrise. Esther Hobart Morris, the resident livestock guardian dog, will bark to prevent coyotes, foxes, etc. from dining on chicken. You will step in manure. Eggs are gathered from the rare, heritage breed laying hens twice daily. The mobile coops are rotated weekly to move the poultry to fresh pasture. Cattle are rotated every few days, too. Keep an eye to the sky to spot American kestrels, Northern harriers, Short-eared owls, and other raptors. At Melissahof, a circular turn-around facilitates easy maneuvering of large vehicles and trailers. You will park near the house to access water and electricity for your rig. There is a bathroom facility with shower and toilet immediately inside the house door. There is a washing machine available for your use. Melissa does not... Show more

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Lander, Wyoming

Pastured Poultry Farmer

A 15-year resident of Lander, Melissa knows the best eateries, mountain trails to suit your recreational pursuits, and celebrations not to be missed. Melissa is five states away from her Bucket List goal to visit all 50 states. She worked for NOLS for eight years, and now operates Melissahof and leads a Local Food Economy project. She believes plants, animals, and people intersect within agriculture, which is determined by how we eat.