Project: Braxton"s Backyard Fence
Project: Braxton"s Backyard Fence
One of the top "Day 0" priorities upon moving to the farm is securing a safe backyard area for Braxton. This project involves extending and reinforcing the existing pasture fencing to create a secure perimeter.
The Vision
- Aesthetics: To match the existing pasture look, we are using round wood posts throughout. We are intentionally skipping T-posts to maintain the clean, "farm-style" look of the existing board fence.
- Reinforcement: While the existing board fence looks nice, it isn"t enough to keep a dog contained. We will be stretching sheepwire along the board fence sections to make them dog-proof.
- Integration: The new fencing will tie into existing pasture lines where possible to minimize material needs and labor.
Equipment & Tools
- The Manual Way: Standing by with a standalone two-person auger for initial post holes.
- The Dream Upgrade: Future tractor purchase (likely a 30-40hp Compact Utility Tractor or "CUT").
- Attachment Wishlist: A tractor-mounted auger attachment for digging posts without the back-breaking labor of the hand-held unit.
This project is a high priority to ensure Braxton can enjoy the 8 acres safely as soon as we arrive.