Rushing About!

Tuesday, August 14th 2012

From out on the adjacent training area the wetland appeared to be full of activity as twenty people helped to manage this vital habitat,

Wetland View

Cut grass was raked from the bunds and barrowed to the trailer, a tedious task especially in the soaring temperatures.

Grass Delivery!

Mid morning there was a break but no rest by any means as the farmer needed assistance to round up his flock so that he could check the health of his 'girls'! This was quite a task given the size of the field and all of the convenient hiding places.

Rounding up the sheep

Finally the sheep were in the trailer and pen ready to be dipped!

Sheep

By the end of the day everyone was ready to down tools and enjoy a well earned rest!

Snooze

Brian still managed a smile!

Smile!


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