Stinky Weed Ranch
Committed to a Sustainable Future
Stinky Weed Ranch
Committed to a Sustainable Future
stinkyweedranch.com
About Us
Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP)
Vision of the Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR)
The Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR) is a privately owned property located in Northwest Alabama. The property was purchased in September 2020. At the time, the property consisted mainly of severely neglected pasture land that had succumbed to the process of Old Field Succession. The observed inhabitants of the property consisted of whitetail de
The Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR) is a privately owned property located in Northwest Alabama. The property was purchased in September 2020. At the time, the property consisted mainly of severely neglected pasture land that had succumbed to the process of Old Field Succession. The observed inhabitants of the property consisted of whitetail deer, field mice, coyote, fox, raccoon, squirrel, opossum and a partially blind 36-year-old horse named Rusty who was limited to approximately 2 acres of grazing area. Within 2 months, Rusty's living area was expanded to approximately 10 acres through the employment of the environmentally responsible forestry mulching technique which results in organic matter decaying naturally and carbon being captured in the soil.
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Vision of the Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR)
Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP)
Vision of the Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR)
The Stinky Weed Ranch is fully committed to the conservation of nature and a sustainable future. While politicians dither about global warming, the Stinky Weed Ranch acts decisively.
- Romans 1:20:
Ever since the creation of the world, his invisible attributes of eternal power and divinity have been able to be understood and perceive
The Stinky Weed Ranch is fully committed to the conservation of nature and a sustainable future. While politicians dither about global warming, the Stinky Weed Ranch acts decisively.
- Romans 1:20:
Ever since the creation of the world, his invisible attributes of eternal power and divinity have been able to be understood and perceived in what he has made.
The Stinky Weed Ranch is committed to biodiversity. We endeavor to support the existence of pollinating insects through flora diversity and pesticide prohibition. We are also committed to sustainable fauna. While predator species are essential to a balanced ecosystem, dominant predators can easily skew the ecosystem and cause disharmony. In those instances, it is important to ensure the balance of nature is restored.
Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP)
Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP)
Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP)
The Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR) is home to Chapter 222 of the Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP). Chapter 222 is the inaugural chapter of the Coyote Hunger Abatement Program (CHAP) and was founded on the belief that no coyote should succumb to the ravages of malnutrition. Chapter 222 will accept new members; however, membership is by invitation only and the membership standards are stringent.
Environmental Enhancement Projects
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
Pond reclamation and enhancement was necessary due to the Back Pond being surrounded by thick vegetation. Eutrophication resulted in the pond becoming very shallow. The pond would often flood during the winter rainy season and the water would the sorrouning fields.
Back Pond (Oct 2023)
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
The invasive trees were removed during the drought of 2023 and the pond was expanded to approximately 3x the original size.
Back Pond (Sep 2024)
Back Pond (Sep 2020)
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
Water collection during the winter and spring resulted in a substantial amount of water accumulating in the pond. Throughout the summer, water remained in the pond and served as a source of water for the wildlife. The pond also unexpectantly served as a resting location for migratory birds.
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
The front pond became very shallow due to the growth of aquatic vegetation. As a result, the amount of water collected during the winter and spring was insufficient and the pond dried due to evaporation during the summer months. The age of the pond is not known. However, reclamation was essential in order to abide by responsible land management and sustainable agriculture endeavors.
Front Pond (Sep 2024)
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
Front Pond (Sep 2024)
The front pond was expanded in July 2024. The expansion permits increased water to be collected during the high precipitation periods. The expansion was done to take maximum advantage of the drainage patterns while ensuring water remains in the pond during the time when precipitation is limited. Pond expansion requires a delicate balance to ensure the size permits maximum runoff collection during the winter and spring seasons but does not result in excessive evaporation during the hot summer months.
Excessive Growth
Front Pond (Dec 2023)
Front Pond (Sep 2024)
At the time of purchase, Rusty, the 36-year old wonder-horse, was unable to enter his barn due to the excessive growth. The usage of a forestry mulcher enabled Rusty to use his barn and resulted in the natural decay of unwanted and invasive vegetation.
Mosquito Control
Mosquito Control
Mosquito Control
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, some mosquitoes can spread viruses like West Nile or dengue. In an agricultural area, controlling mosquitos is difficult due to the existence of breeding locations and readily available food sources. Mosquitos have a 4-stage lifecycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. By limiting areas of uncontrolled standing water, the Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR) is limiting the habitat required for the first 3 stages. Moreover, the effort does not require the usage of dangerous pesticides.
Carbon Credits
Mosquito Control
Mosquito Control
The Stinky Weed Ranch (SWR) is committed to the decarbonization of the world and to the limiting of global warming. With that in mind, we endeavor to utilize regenerative agricultural practices that limit the production of CO2 while bolstering the natural decay of organic material to capture carbon in the soil. At this time, the Stinky Weed Ranch does not sell Carbon Credits. However, climate-conscious individuals might be able to offset their carbon footprint by purchasing Carbon Credits or making a donation to the Stinky Weed Ranch in the future.
Sneak Peek: The Stinky Weed Ranch in Pictures
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