March showers bring April weeds. It is that time of the year when volunteers at the Farm spend lots of time mowing. Unfortunately, that also means they spend a lot of time repairing the mower.

Our high weed mower has had a long and useful life. It spent its early years as a rental, then was sold, and used for several more years. It was donated to The Farm over 10 years ago. It has done its best for us, but each year is requiring more and more repair work. It is now ready to be put out to pasture.

We have considered renting a mower, but the cost would soon add up to more than the price of a new one. We applied for a grant but were turned down. We are now asking for your help.

We are hoping to gather enough in donations to purchase a new high weed mower. A new one can be purchased for about $1700. Just 34 donations of $50 would be enough. Donations of any amount would be very much appreciated. If you are able to help, please send a check made payable to Western Sonoma County Historical Society, and write mower in the memo line. Your donation will help with The Farm maintenance for many years to come.