"The more I am acquainted with agricultural affairs, the better I am pleased with them. I am led to reflect how much more delightful, to undebauched minds, is the task of making improvements on the earth than all the vain glory which can be acquired by ravaging it." -George Washington...Dec. 4, 1778 Welcome to Meadow Glen Farm. We are located near the Knobstone Escarpment in southern Indiana. Our picture albums contain a good representation of the flora and fauna of this region. You will find pictures that indicate areas of deciduous forests and natural barrens communities. Our specific area was oak/hickory dominated when a general land survey was done in 1806. Within 2 miles of us barrens communities existed. Some of these were created by the incredible population of passenger pigeons that once roosted here. Others were natural barrens areas. A few copies of the 1806 general land survey can be found in the wildflower album. To view additional photo albums, click on "view all" above. If you are in the area we would highly recommend taking some time to hike the Knobstone Trail. It is a challenging but beautiful trail. You will see an abundance of wildlife, scenic overlooks and flowing streams. Native plants, butterflies, songbirds and other wildlife can be seen and heard along the trail. Pursue patience, solitude and quietness while you hike. These good disciplines will reward you with beautiful sights and memorable sounds. Ancestral Morning The hunters, men I’ve known long, wait in silence while I work scythe through pasture, quietly. The web of an orb spider changes my course. The dew-wed grasses accept the whetted blade. Goldenrod stems release sweet fragrances with every step. The dogs have begun their yelping well across the field, out where brambles, saplings, and shrubs make haven for game. The men smile. I sweep along. The dogs bellow on. There is an ancient gladness over us all, over which we have no power, only the hope to be woven deeply into this ancestral moment. © Brian Lowry published in the summer '2007 edition of New Southerner magazine Links (including sources of my previously published poetry and/or essays): http://tiptonpoetryjournal.com/ http://www.shadowpoetry.com/bookstore/poeticnatureinthehoosierland.html NATURE CAMP: http://www.childrenandnature.org/news/detail/scott_county_teachers_turn_farm_into_nature_camp_for_children 'The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof." Psalm 24:1" ***All photographs are the property of Brian and Melinda Lowry. Any use/duplication must be approved through the written consent of Brian or Melinda L. All images are protected by applicable copyright laws. | |||||||||
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