Last week on the way to the beach where we saw fishers off shore setting their lobster traps for the season, we passed numerous fields where farmers were turning or had turned the soil for this season.
I was surprised to see the dust from this field. We have had so much rain recently and lots of snow this winter which has only melted in the last month. It is an indication of how much water is needed to keep the soil hydrated.
Of course we are never far from the sea on Prince Edward Island. You can see Malpeque Bay in the background at the right of the photo.
This field was on a hill above Brander’s Pond.
The road to the beach runs alongside the field. This equipment was more modern than the previous tractor. I remember my grandfather with a horse and plough which he manoeuvred holding two handles as he walked behind. A part of history now!
These fields off the Confederation Trail
and beside Scales Pond appear to be ready for planting this year.
Land and sea are woven into a rich tapestry which make this little island so special.
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It is a beautiful place. I knew nothing about it before I "met" you, Marie. And now I enjoy so much seeing and learning more about it. Thank you. :-)
Horses and oxen helped create this country.
The landscape is gorgeous. Interesting to hear about how hard your grandfather worked. Hope you have a good afternoon. Mildred
It looks like the kind of free-draining sandy soil like we have in the Breckland.
nature so beautiful in your nearby...lovely place.
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it is such a pretty place!! i too knew nothing about this area until i started reading your blog. i love how much you love the land and share stories rich in information about it. to me, it is fascinating. it looks like the land is almost ready, it is nice to know those lobster traps are out and ready for the season!!
very nice pictures today!!
i'm glad the bike information helped!!
Beautiful landscape. It's hard work to get the land ready.
I love the way agricultural activities follow the seasons. I know fishing also does, but farming is more obvious (at least around here). You certainly do live on a beautiful Island :)
I saw, and was surprised by, the dust before I read your text.
You saw your grandfather work the land with a horse and plow? Wow.
You do indeed live in a beautiful place, and every grain of dust is memory laden.
That last picture is absolutely beautiful!
I like seeing the farmers out working in their fields. Here, there was a lot of fields that still had crop on from last year, hoping for a better year for our farmers!
Living in a farming community , can appreciate the farm equipment . You soil looks very red. Does it produce well?
Oh, I love scenes like this. Seems like I never have time or am out at the time to capture the farmers. I am amazed at the number of fields that have been plowed and planted here with all the rain we have had.
It's good to see both the fishermen and the farmers gearing up for the new season Marie, you get to witness both on your beautiful island. Amazing to think that relatively speaking, it wasn't that long ago your grandfather pushed his plough here ✨
I agree. Very special.
I too am surprised to see so must dust. Perhaps thot's why hordes of gulls are not following the tractor.
So nice to see all the usual spring preparations going on. It's been a very strange spring so far. Cool weather here, snow in mid May! Nice to see some sunshiney weather at last.
That truly is a rich tapestry. I can almost smell the freshly turned soil.
Soon new life will be evident. Can't wait for the photos.
Sue
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Great captures of the farmer hard at work. The last scene and photo is my favorite, beautiful view. Enjoy your day, have a happy weekend!
Our farmers are all busy mowing and baling during our hot spell over the last couple of days. Most of the winter crops are almost ready for reaping. Cheers, stay safe, Diane
Yes, PEI is so special!
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