The Herd Having Lunch

 I start today with views of the Dairy Barn.

I headed inside. Display panels are found throughout- this one with some frequently asked questions.

At this time of the day, the herd was having lunch, with staff members working in the central area between them. They're milked later in the afternoon, and get some outside time in the barnyard during the mornings.

This is actually the second barn of its type here, but built with the architecture of the original.

A look out into the barnyard.

The maternity area is out beyond the main area, and here I found this cow, Tristyn, in a pen on her own. Staff move cows that are soon to give birth to this area and keep an eye on them. She noticed me.

And then came over. There's signage throughout discouraging people to touch the cows.

She wasn't having any of it, but wanted a bit of attention. I spoke with her for a few minutes.