emf - I have 165 acres, of which about 40 are native prairie, 25 hayfield, and about 10 of yard (between the old and new houses). That is what takes me so long to mow in the summer ! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> The rest is pasture for cattle. It's not for everyone, but I sure love it !!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Tom