Worries about the grass and the growth, the fodder and the winter season make the pleasure of the intense summer weather somewhat ambiguous also at Østreng. The weather and the work we are enjoying invite to reflections about the many long lasting processes at the farm. We need to plan for the future, and still appreciate every moment. The last week's major project of spreading horse compost for future growth has been accompanied by arranging for new arrivals at the farm. Four chicken babies are growing up, a super cozy hut has been installed, and today we were happy to welcome two rabbits; Sprø løk and Eira, to the Østreng family - either for summer holidays or permanent occupation. Never a dull moment! We love processes! 

The last three weeks' super hot summer weather in Norway has left us in a hurry preparing new sheds for the sheep. Shade is needed! A couple of years ago, we were lucky to have a lovely intern from UK building a sheep's den for Sølje and Gullrand in their main sheep yard. The last winter was a little too tough with the original roof, so we had to build a new one now. This new roof should be able to handle snow in the winter, and provide shade in the summer. Paint / stain still remains. The sheep have barely started their summer occupation (alternate grazing with horses), and need a shed in this field as well. Last week we started to improvise a solid sheep tipi made out of recycled materials. The sheep already loves it! Today - on the warmest day so far - the roof is on its way . Progress!

Our lovely sheeps' den, made by @sixforgold 2016. New roof required 2018...