migratory birds
Each season, many birds visit our farm as they travel along the Pacific Flyway. Some stay for a short rest, while others spend the season feeding or raising their young. We’ve seen about more than 50 different species here. You can often spot mallards, American wigeon, green-winged teal, buffleheads, and great blue herons at the main pond near the entrance. We’ve also put up barn owl boxes to give the owls a safe place to nest. We’re currently working on creating signage where visitors can learn more about the birds found on the farm and the important role they play in our ecosystem.
Beavers
Beavers have made the back of our farm their home, cutting branches, moving mud, and shaping the water into small ponds. Their dams slow the flow and create rich wetlands that shelter birds, frogs, insects, and fish. To share their story, we’re currently developing this area into the Beaver Land , a learning space where visitors can explore how beavers live and why their work matters. Stay tuned for upcoming programs and activities!
Bats
Bats visit the farm at dusk and after dark. They eat many insects, which helps keep the garden and fields healthy. In some parts of the world bats pollinate night-blooming plants. Here, our local bats mostly help by eating moths, beetles, and mosquitoes. Please enjoy them from a distance and keep lights low near habitat areas.
Beneficial insects
We have some tiny but mighty residents and visitors on the farm! Ladybugs, lacewings, praying mantises, and hoverflies help keep pests in check, while butterflies and beetles bring energy and color to the gardens. To support them, we’ve built cozy bug hotels that offer safe spots to rest and nest.
