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One of my neighbors didn't make it through the dry season. I must have driven by him several times before finding him under one of the larger mesquite trees in the main arroyo.

Importance of water out here for all animals can never be overstated. This past dry season was unusually long and difficult for local ranchers. Many lost some cattle as they just dont make it back to the water in time.

One of the reasons I've not begun ranching as of yet. When I do shade water and feed will be more  available than most under resources ranches. This is why I believe a lot of earthworks, swales, burms and ponds created before ranging a lot of livestock is necessary.

RIP  vaca seca

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