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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Well that’s it. The last item that was auctioned off has left our farm. My wife still had a couple tears to shed.Retiring from farming isn’t easy. Many people don’t understand,that this isn’t just a job!

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Pat Kunz

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1 year

Last combine ride together! Competition of #harvest23 marks the final year for us farming. Things change,and life sometimes says you must focus on other things. Truly have been blessed to have had the privilege to do something I love for all these years.

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@pat_kunz

2 years

Dad would have said this is the pass we were looking for. #harvest22 about to be complete.

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@pat_kunz

2 years

After a couple false starts the old drill and old looking farmer,have joined the fun. #plant23 #cndag #westcndag #greenpeas

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

I didn’t want to get the drill out yet anyway.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

Donna and I showing off our harvesting equipment.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

#plant22 is a wrap. Nobody died and nobody got hurt. 🙏

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 months

#harvest24 has started with field peas,right by our farmyard.I used to think it couldn’t possibly get done without me.I was wrong.I’m good with this. Be safe all.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 months

Today was final lineup day for our equipment auction.Check out the video and click the link. Reposts appreciated.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

We didn’t go out and buy a new convertible,but I can still let the wind blow through my…. Hair. 😊🤫😁

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

I’m going to a private,pay out of my pocket MRI. Nothing life threatening. I just want to get it done,so that we can develop a plan sooner. If I’m not waiting in line,the person behind me just moved up,the way I see it.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 months

I wasn’t sure how I would feel when I started loading out equipment after our recent auction. Yesterday the young farmer who came to pickup was so happy with his purchase. Made my day!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

The practice of some special crops buyers taking their sweet time paying me for my product must stop. I shouldn’t have bug you. I think it’s time for the industry to adopt new standards for prompt payments. #westcdnag #frustrated

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Harvest 21 is over, not much else to say. Next Year! 🍺time

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 month

Tough day today. Where am I?

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 months

Hot dry and windy. With harvest fast approaching, I like to keep a tank of water handy.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Next to the road. I waved to the truck with John Deere on the door. He didn’t wave back. I’m hurt…🤷‍♂️😁

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@pat_kunz

7 months

It’s been very different (and maybe a bit stressful) getting equipment ready for pictures for our upcoming auction vs. planting. June 11. Stay tuned for details.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

7 years

My view at one point of fire right on the SASK/ AB border. This wind made fighting by hand impossible.People I know lost farms today.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

My old reliable 2090 electronics. Dad bought new, in 1981 for $20000. Loader added later. Sentimental value is priceless!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

These days we hear an awful lot about sustainable agriculture. Yet not much thought has been given to sustainable urban development,in this part of the world anyway. Do we continue allowing prime agriculture land to be gobbled up by urbanization? #cdnag #westcdnag

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

I spray with this old flexicoil 67 XL. 7.5 miles/hr. Not near as fast as the self propelled I know. Not near the dust either. Glysophate doesn’t like dust! The last sentence is the old Chem. Rep. coming out of me. If you can slow down when dusty.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Since announcing my retirement from farming,I have many new followers whom just happen to be Financial Advisors. 🤔🤷‍♂️😏

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Supermarket in Medicine Hat. Some wore masks,others didn’t. Everyone seemed to be respectful of each other. Kinda wonder about the guy still wearing his around his chin. 🤷‍♂️😁 He too must have his own logic, and I didn’t ask.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Guess where the gophers are.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Cypress Hills Sk. Green from Maple Creek south to the park. I’m just going to stay….

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Not used to seeing the old Dodge with a bunch of snow packed on it. Really wet, much needed moisture. #grateful

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

Well that’s it. Crops in the ground, rocks picked, peas rolled. I think it’s time to go home and have a beer.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 months

My youngest is 29 years old. He puts in some long days and sometimes covers a lot of miles. I still worry. I guess they’re always our kids,no matter how old.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

Do you ever get the feeling your being watched?

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

9 months

That’s better. A start to the moisture and in this case snow that is needed here. Ready for more!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

24 days

Honestly I try not to judge others by their appearance. But if you’re out in public wearing your pajamas and slippers, you’re making it really difficult.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

#plant23 complete.Time to go home!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

9 months

Last nights Medicine Hat tigers game had them ask all the farmers to stand up for “ thank a farmer” recognition. Granted there was ag business sponsorship of the game, but still kinda nice. 1/2

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

I remember my Dad ( a devout Catholic) used to cross himself when he finished harvest. He was thankful that all of us were safe, and the honour to be able to grow food for so many. It was never just about the business.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

#harvest21 has started. Earliest I’ve ever been going. Green peas. #drought21 #westcndag

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 months

Many visitors coming to our farm to view equipment for our upcoming @RitchieBros auction have been very kind. Wishing us well in our sale and our retirement. Farm people are the best, and I hope to always be accounted among them.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 months

Yesterday was a big day here with our equipment auction. Busy,as I expected. I’m very satisfied with the results. Thanks to both successful and unsuccessful bidders.Also a big thank you to those here that were so supportive.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Heat taking its toll on crops here. Canola’s leaves are cupping. Durum wheat and peas not as bad,but thirsty.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Harvesting brown mustard. Nice thing about getting behind in my harvest, is not leaving out any low spots! 😁

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Post auction sale. With mostly everything gone now,the farmyard looks pretty empty. That’ll take some getting used to. Met some wonderful people that came through here,some I wish I would have had more time. This was tiring,but we only do this once!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Landscape looking nice and green. Cypress Hills Alberta above Reesor Lake looking East.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Yesterday I had a close call. Stupid really.Almost missed the grab bar coming out of the tractor cab. Thankfully I caught myself against the door. That hurt too.Was a reminder to slow down in this #plant22 . #besafe

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 months

A few crop pics this morning on our land. I was gone for a week. Had 4/10 of rain in that time. They are holding on, but really need a rain!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

When you wake up in the morning and your body hurts,remember that’s the first sign that you’re still alive! Have a great day!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

The last time farmers bought a bunch of fuel and stored it for a couple of years worked out really well for me! This came from a mechanic who’s been in business for a few decades. He added; And injector pumps weren’t as finicky then as they are now!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Pipeline tape can make a big difference in a short wheat crop. Definitely gaining some ground speed verses without.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Saskatchewan RCMP spoke from a community hall in Richmound, Sask. Tuesday afternoon where they addressed the presence of a ‘QAnon queen’ group in the village.

RCMP speak in Sask. community where 'QAnon queen' supporters are located

Saskatchewan RCMP spoke from a community hall in Richmound, Sask. Tuesday afternoon where they addressed the presence of a ‘QAnon queen’ group in the village.

saskatoon.ctvnews.ca

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

7 months

I enjoy listening to frogs.This is about 100 yards from our farmyard. A little louder,closer. Turn on your sound!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

7 months

Yesterday’s activities included getting ready for picture day. Sparrows are the enemy!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

Yesterday while out checking crop my neighbour was right across the fence doing the same thing. We hadn’t seen each other for awhile so we had a good visit. It was time well spent.Sometimes we get so busy,that we forget to take time to be friends. Life is short,take the time.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Made a 4 hour round trip for parts to Swift Current Sk. Was sad to see the empty buildings at Maple Creek where just a short time ago I’m sure I would have gotten what I needed. (40 min. drive). Founder recently passed as well,RIP Louie

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

My wife and kids got this for me a few years back on Father’s Day. Go Leafs!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Toughest thing about being broke down at harvest and waiting for parts,is watching the neighbours going. Wishing it was us,and eager to get back at it!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

8 months

I’m heading out, before the snowstorm hits. 🤞

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

So long old friend, it’s been a good 10 years.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Seems trivial I know with everything happening out there,but I really hate the cardboard version!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

I was watching on the news this morning some of the nurses and health care workers receiving their Covid vaccinations. You could see the smiles even though they were masked. Made me smile too. Need more positives. 👍

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Probably bad for business. Ha ha

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 month

Newest pet peeve. People in public areas that have phone conversations on Speaker. I don’t want to hear your call. I mute my phone in Doctors office,etc.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

7 months

@DrSarteschi In some provinces in Canada,getting caught driving without insurance comes with huge fines! Get in an accident,and you’ll be facing a lawsuit!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

Final listing is done. Check out our upcoming auction June 11

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

The positive about harvesting this brown mustard,is that at least it’s weed free. #focusonpositives

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

As of last night #plant21 is complete. Now time pick a few rocks, haul some grain, spray the yard, and.....

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 months

Learned that an older friend of mine passed away. Nick died 2 weeks to the day after his wife Bernie of 65 years passing. I honestly believe he just wasn’t going to be left behind. RIP Nick and Bernie, you’re together as always. 😊

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

A while back I went on a rant about having to bug a buyer to get paid. Thought only fair to post good news this time.Shipped green peas Dec 30.(different buyer) money wired to account by Jan 3. This is how it should go. 😊 #westcdnag

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Poor (or cheap) Man’s Duckfeet.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

10 months

Being in Ag my whole life, whenever I hear the term AI,I still immediately think Artificial insemination .

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Completion of harvest 23,is what I meant. But you all knew that! 😉

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

My faithful 2388 got a little update upfront. Ready to roll it would seem. 🤞 #paidfor

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

@RonKrahn Remember to take the time to enjoy. Often I got too caught up in the task. Enjoy, we are so fortunate to be farmers!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 months

I find myself wishing that there was a summer curling bonspiel to take part in.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

@kowalchukfarms1 2021

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

Last load of Brown Mustard into the bin. #harvest2020 complete. Earliest in years. Still in a drought in our little corner, but better than last year!😁

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Today we attended the life celebration of our 56 year young neighbour. She battled cancer for 10 years. Very courageous, her close friends and family described how she lived life to the fullest. I still have much to learn.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

I’ve been gone away for a week. Surprised that the mustard is still flowering.Peas were planted early and there will be some seeds in the pods. They are taller than the Durum for the most part.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Durum wheat on the right has caught a few showers. 4 miles apart. #Drought21 #westcndag

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Been on a little drive to Gabriola island B.C. A couple ferry rides included. Visited a family member,and met some wonderful people. A truly beautiful place,if you ever get the chance.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

Apparently they did not get the letter from Bayer regarding re-entry after spraying roundup

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Usually I really enjoy the crop scouting part of not so much.The mustard and peas actually look not too bad,as I caught a few showers there.Some of the Durum however,is getting desperate for moisture.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

@DrSarteschi 🤣🤣 looks like someone managed to get rid of an old unwanted tank. Now they don’t have to deal with disposal. Most farmers use ground level tanks with electric pumps.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

Cleaning #durum wheat seed. Getting ready for #plant23

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Got more than a few drone shots of our place back in the first week of June. Thanks to our neighbour @tanis_eckart for these wonderful keepsakes.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

5 years

The current economic crisis we are in should convince people that there is now way we should be running deficits when times are good. Not even when mediocre. In the future I hope politicians stop buying votes and citizens quit expecting so much!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

When my son decided to pursue a career in radio, I never thought I would have to worry about his safety. This past weekend I was. As a local media rep,he covered local rallies where he works. He has been targeted by some people. Some of his colleagues threatened!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

7 years after our youngest son left the nest,my wife’s allergies still act up the morning he leaves after his Christmas visit. #family

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

@kowalchukfarms1 Just returned home. Durum sloughs are all that remains for #harvest23 . Richmound Sk.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Immediate family here today. All are reasonably healthy. We all have a roof over our head. If we’ve missed a meal it was our fault. We have a lot to be thankful for,and should be every day!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 years

Even on sale this works out to about $45/ bu. I’m currently trying to nail down $8.50 for new crop. This is why I shouldn’t go grocery shopping. #badidea

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

2 years

New Richardson grain elevator at Carmichael Sk. not impressing me with product delivery. Giving me 2 day window next week and then changing the days after trucker booked and life’s other appointments made. Extra $ are not worth this hassle. Take product 5 days a week.The End!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

3 years

Dealer called to tell me he sold my old combine. It’s going to Prince Edward Island! First thought was I didn’t know a 2388 could harvest potatoes. 😁 I know, I’m stereotyping….

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

1 year

Maybe not to this extreme,but I remember seeing similar to this in Medicine Hat A.B in the 80’s.

Simone De Alba

@Simone_DeAlba

1 year

Wild winds today! Great Falls, Montana is buried somewhere underneath all of those Tumbleweeds! 📸 Darrin Schreder / NWS Great Falls

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

We covered about 2500 Km. during our recent trip. Loved the drive to Waskesiu and then west to Lac la Biche. on to Camrose AB. Better than a drive through those big rocks to the west.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 months

Waskesiu Lake. Prince Albert National Park.

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

4 years

A friend who farms with his son took a fall coming out of the sprayer they just acquired this spring. Pretty banged up but he’ll be okay. His son has become ill from COVID contracted at his off farm job. Please everyone be careful!

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Pat Kunz

@pat_kunz

6 months

Potatoes are in! Irrigation started. Hey ⁦ @BantrySeedman ⁩ we’re your competition! 😁