Spotted Mountain Ranch "Slash Bar A"

05/21/2026

Spring weekend at Dream Fire Farms: complete.
Chicken‑pen upgrades: also complete… for now.

The chickens have officially filed a list of demands, including but not limited to:

• More room to squabble
• Better snacks
• A sunroom
• And apparently a hot tub

We’re doing our best, folks. The pen is sturdier, the girls are happy, and we are one weekend closer to pretending we’re “caught up” on spring chores. Minnesota farm life at its finest.

05/05/2026

Busy day on the farm, enclosures finally cleaned, Spring teeth care done and happy ponies out on good spring grass

04/15/2026

Spring has officially arrived here in Minnesota which, as we all know, doesn’t mean it’s warm… it just means the snow finally gave up. The grass is stretching awake like it’s been hitting the snooze button since October, the horses are out there acting like they’ve been released from winter prison, and Bodhi is absolutely convinced this is the greatest season ever invented.

Sunshine? Incredible. Mud up to your ankles? A blessing, apparently. Random patches of green? Life‑changing. Bodhi’s giving spring a solid 12/10 and frankly refuses to hear any opposing opinions.

Meanwhile, the old homestead is looking at us like, “Good luck, folks you’ve got about three months of chores to cram into one weekend.” Fences to fix, things to unbury, projects we definitely meant to finish last fall… it’s all waking up right along with the grass.

But honestly? Watching the horses stretch out in the sun and Bodhi live his best mud‑covered life makes the whole Minnesota spring circus worth it. Even if we all know we’re one rogue snowstorm away from betrayal.

04/07/2026

Spring has finally stretched her arms across Dream Fire Farms at Slash Bar A, and we’re so ready for the season of mud boots, new growth, and fresh beginnings.
The pastures are waking up, the animals are feeling frisky, and the whole farmstead is buzzing with that first‑sunshine energy.

Here’s to longer days, greener fields, and all the magic this season brings to our little corner of the world.
Welcome, Spring, we’ve been waiting for you.

03/02/2025

🌸🐄 **Welcome, Spring!** 🐄🌸

As the first blooms of spring arrive and the days grow warmer, we at Slash Bar A Livestock Hauling couldn't be more excited! 🌷☀️

Our team is working hard to get our rigs road-ready for another season of safe and reliable livestock hauling. 🛻💨 We're dedicated to ensuring the best care for your animals during every journey, and we can't wait to hit the open road and serve our fantastic customers once again!

Stay tuned for updates, and feel free to reach out if you need our services. We're here to help with all your livestock hauling needs. 🐂🐑

Here's to a successful and vibrant spring season! 🌼

02/07/2025

Big old girl is getting ready to get back on the road and ready to haul this summer and fall!

02/07/2025

Exciting News from Slash Bar A Livestock!*l

Hello, Friends and Family! We’ve got some exciting news to share with you all. Our dear friends at Pine & Prairie Coffee Company have just launched an amazing new collection of teas!

We know how much you appreciate quality and craftsmanship, just like we do at Slash Bar A. Their new tea collection is packed with delightful flavors that cater to both the morning go-getters and the evening unwinders. Whether you’re loyal to your coffee or eager to explore new tea blends, Pine & Prairie has something for everyone.

Let’s support our local businesses and dive into these artisanal delights. Visit Pine & Prairie Coffee Company’s page to explore their new offerings and place your order today. Together, we can make our community flourish!

Pine and Prairie Coffee Company offers the finest artisan coffee blends inspired by Minnesota's Northwoods. Savor the true northern taste with every sip, crafted with passion and care. Explore our unique flavors and bring the essence of the Northland to your cup. Get all your favorite coffee blends....

07/22/2024

Pasture looking great for late July! new baby chick hatched, I named her twister. And the septic is finally going in!

06/30/2024

Fat, happy ponies this morning. All this rain has the pastures looking great.

06/13/2024

Grace is sporting her new zebra fly sheet because she's old and the flies like her ancient blood more than the fat appys...I opened up a new pasture for them this weekend, belly deep grass, I never thought I would see them out in belly deep grass on my own land 😊

05/18/2024

You start dying slowly ;
if you do not travel,
if you do not read,
If you do not listen to the sounds of life,
If you do not appreciate yourself.
You start dying slowly :
When you kill your self-esteem,
When you do not let others help you.
You start dying slowly ;
If you become a slave of your habits,
Walking everyday on the same paths…
If you do not change your routine,
If you do not wear different colours
Or you do not speak to those you don’t know.
You start dying slowly :
If you avoid to feel passion
And their turbulent emotions;
Those which make your eyes glisten
And your heart beat fast.
You start dying slowly :
If you do not risk what is safe for the uncertain
If you do not go after a dream
If you do not allow yourself
At least once in your lifetime
To run away from sensible advice
Don't let yourself die slowly
Do not forget to be happy!

~ Pablo Neruda♡