Why Hire Goats?
Chemicals, big heavy equipment, pollution - - why risk your slice of heaven with things you can control?
Goats enjoy the nooks and crannies that equipment can not get to. They munch for what seems to be more than 24 hours in a day only leaving fertilizer. The average weight of my goats is about 75 lbs - pure munching machines! They tend to focus on the plants that are undesired by us.
Number one reason - You are helping a local business! My goats love new places and they can devour poison ivy like champs. Personally, I am highly allergic to Virginia Creeper and now I no longer have to worry that I will accidentally brush up against it on my property.
You can watch them work! Their quirky personalities will shine through daily. Don’t let their cute, friendly demeanor fool you - they have a job to do - let them eat that delicious brush so you don’t have to handle it.
How Does it Work?
Step 1:
Email us with descriptions and pictures of your problemic growth - where and what are they?
Things to consider…
- Where could I stake their electric fence? Look at the terrain for rocks.
- Is there a flat area where I can park their “house”? A 2-horse trailer (approximately 20’ long and 8’ wide) is a perfect place for them to get out of the elements, sleep, and be secure.
- Is it relatively easy for vehicles to pass? The answer has to be yes. It’s never a great day for a goat parade, just ask my husband how that went the one and only time we tried :)
Step 2:
Reach out with any and all questions! I’d be happy to make a run out to your property to discuss what you have and where the goats would be best placed. I will also provide information about my electric fencing, delivering my goats and the general dos and don’ts of having my precious eating machines on your property.
The total cost includes 1) initial setup & transportation to/from your location, 2) daily fee for goats, 3) fence adjustment fee (if applicable)
Step 3:
Finalize the details with us and submit the signed contract! We will work with you when the best day and time is to start their work. I will be on-site 1-2 days beforehand to set up the fencing. As soon as it is secure and I have troubleshoot the terrain and the way into the brush, I will truck in the goats and you are welcome to a ringside seat for their deployment!
Where Can They Work?
In short - everywhere! The goats love a challenge - a few of my wethers stand almost 6 feet tall - higher limbs do not stand a chance with Melvin, Forrest, or Auris.
In long - neighborhoods, paths, window views, slopes, or construction sites.
Fun Fact
“Goatscaping” has been used all around the USA and the biggest names are the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service, and Google! Not only does it keep these companies (and others) with a better bottom line, it also provides the public a sneak peek into their corporate ethical efforts to help drive a better, greener earth.
Gunlett Station can provide the goats, the fencing, the management, and even the publicity and exposure your vegetation project deserves. Let us help you with a plan that saves you money and helps you achieve your sustainability objectives.