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 have a clothes dryer. You're welcome to utilize the outdoor clothes line by the vegetable garden. Cell phone service and Internet is available. The farm driveway is gravel, yet the county highway is paved. Dogs are not allowed. 

Melissahof is located five miles from Lander, Wyoming. Valley info on www.windriver.org and info.landerchamber.org . 