"This mild, dry weather is the stuff farmers dream of in the spring. The new field, Super Joy, is 95% plowed, and the soil there is so deliciously friable, now that it’s drained, that we can skip the usual steps of secondary tillage – disk, harrow, shape up beds – and fit it out … [Read more...] about Super Joy Field | Kristin Kimball
Lifestyle
The Crux Climbing Season Closing
The Crux is pleased to announce that they have a new website: www.climbthecrux.com! The Crux would like thank everyone for a great year, and they would like to keep you in the loop for next season. To do that, they are offering one free climbing voucher to each person who … [Read more...] about The Crux Climbing Season Closing
Essex Inn’s Kentucky Derby Party
The Essex Inn is having a Kentucky Derby party Saturday, May 5th. The party begins at 3 pm with drinks, appetizers, and a live horse auction (for charity). There will also be a contest for the ladies as to who is wearing the best and most creative hats. Look up photos of women … [Read more...] about Essex Inn’s Kentucky Derby Party
Celebrate Earth Day at Whallonsburg Grange
"Celebrate Earth Day on Sunday, April 22nd! Join millions of people around the world in a day to nurture nature and the planet. Come be part of these events at the Grange: 11am Family Nature Walk: All ages welcome. Join Jen and Gregg, local naturalists, as they lead a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Earth Day at Whallonsburg Grange
The Farm Has Eyes | Kristin Kimball
"We’ve known for years that the farm [Essex Farm] has eyes. When Mark and I leave, it knows, and things go haywire. We were at St. Lawrence University this week, giving a talk and a reading. We left Wednesday, planning to return today. The farm waited until last night to spring. … [Read more...] about The Farm Has Eyes | Kristin Kimball