For years, the Turcotte Farm stood quietly beside Zenda Farms, its fields stretching toward the horizon, sharing the same rolling grasslands and sky. In December of 2023, this 7.9-acre property was brought back into the fold, strengthening the landscape and the conservation efforts that protect it.
With nearly five acres of scenic frontage along Crystal Springs Road, Turcotte Farm shares the same ecological importance as its neighboring Zenda Farms Preserve, providing essential habitat for grassland species. The property serves as a familiar refuge for Bobolinks and Eastern Meadowlarks, their cheerful songs filling the air. Small mammals like voles and field mice burrow in the fields, drawing the watchful eyes of Northern Harriers and Red-tailed Hawks soaring above. The land remains as it has been—wild, open, and full of life.
This past winter, the barns and fields took rest beneath a blanket of snow, frozen in time. But as the seasons shift, so too will the landscape. With spring approaching, the earth will awaken once more. Grass will green, flowers will bloom, and Zenda’s flock of sheep will return, bringing life and movement back to the land.
Zenda Farms Preserve has long been a place where conservation meets community, offering a space for learning, engagement, and connection. This June, as the Farm back into activity, TILT happily welcomes back Shepherdess Kat Hammond and her skilled Border Collie companions. From herding demonstrations and barn tours to celebrated community events, the Farm will be alive with opportunities to connect with the land.
As each season unfolds, Zenda thrives as a community hub, strengthening the bond between people and place, ensuring that these rolling fields are always cherished.
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