My name is Ron Shepard and my wife and I have been feeding wild Raccoons, skunks, ground hogs, deer and just about anything on 4 legs for well over 14 years now and they have taught us a LOT!

Over the years, we have heard so many misconceptions, fallacies and fears about Raccoons and skunks and honestly because of (mostly) the fears, raccoons and skunks are needlessly killed. The worst part is that sometimes those killings also lead to babies dying because their mother does not come home.

When it comes to raccoons, we have learned they are an extremely intelligent furry bundle and they come in various sizes, colors and even mentalities.

Here in the Ozarks, not far from Branson, Missouri, we are on a beautiful lake in Arkansas and 14 years ago we started feeding just one little guy that came… Read More

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Are your basil plants two-feet high? Mine look like they are trying to take over my garden. The little frog that lives in my raised garden bed loves my basil plants – I think he feels like he's living in a jungle.

Every year I struggle with how to use all the basil in my garden. I'm lucky that I never have a problem growing it, but I definitely have trouble coming up with new and inventive ways to take advantage of the basil surplus.

If you're like me, you'll love these ideas I've tried over the years to use the basil in your garden.

Making Homemade Pesto

Is there anything better than homemade pesto? The fresh taste of the basil mixed with the… Read More

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