Payne Gap Schoolhouse Bed
Around November of 2021, we permanently moved into the schoolhouse, and until yesterday we were sleeping on a mattress placed on the floor. I started designing a bed in late July 2022 …
Oak and Star, LLC
On June 24, 2022, the Duncan Ranch launched a new limited liability company as an umbrella organization to oversee ranch activities. I worked with Jeffrey to develop the following logo for the company.
Once Upon a Time, 5,000 years ago …
Late last year, we hosted Del Barnett, Archeology Steward, Texas
Shearing Day!
Twice a year, shearers arrive at the ranch to give our Angora goats a haircut. This spring, the Castareno brothers took care of our small flock of about thirty goats. It’s a marvel to see the skill involved in quickly shearing a goat!
Fire Nor Man Wants to Die
Around noon on March 14, 2022, I noticed a flurry of activity near the fence surrounding our wind project’s lay down and operations and maintenance areas. I soon realized that some workers had started a blaze. Seconds later, it was out of control, tearing its way toward the northeast and moving as fast as liquid …
Payne Gap Cemetery “Lighting of Souls” Fundraiser
Participate in the “Lighting of Souls,” the Payne Gap Cemetery’s annual fundraiser, by sponsoring a loved one with a candle placed on their monument from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day.

















