Just Horsing Around LLC Stable

04/10/2026

I have an opening for a person to do evening livestock care in exchange for a one bedroom apartment , ALL utilities included . Any applicant considered will need to fill out the paperwork to consent to a background check.
Applicant  must be able to climb stairs of 15 steps due to the apartment being on the second story They must be capable of lifting and carrying 40 lb bags of animal feed or Dri Den animal bedding or 50 lb block of salt supplement on occasion. Must be capable and willing to help in RARE emergency situations involving livestock, if available , outside of normal night duties.
This is an operating organic farm and you will have assigned duties (may fluctuate with seasonal changes) to fulfill your evening hours for the exchange. ( aprox. 2-3 hours. 7:30 pm ) Respond with
Résumé giving past animal handing experience , current employment or school you are attending.
[email protected]

03/25/2026

I am not sure everyone is aware that I maintain my farm as a wildlife oasis. Trees are planted in hedge rows to provide food , no pesticide or herbicides are ever used to contaminate the food source by the skunks squirrels and bobcats. In 2025 the our bird species count hit 100 for the first time all verified by Audubon Society members doing the Bird count. I have owl boxes in every barn , gray squirrel nest boxes , bat boxes, and multiple bird boxes. I would like to put up more boxes, especially for the gray squirrels because their habitat is greatly compromised by non-native species.. the cost of keeping up the boxes and buying new boxes is actually a problem for me. If there’s anyone out there who’s handy and would like to volunteer making some wood boxes for the wildlife . I would be glad to pay for the wood involved..
Also, if there’s an avid bird watcher, who would enjoy taking a stroll along my slough to see the birds that live here please contact me. I would be glad to share what I have created with others..
Mary Eichler
541-740-0311

12/25/2025

Haley was 34 years old . My grandchildren learned to ride on him. He went hunting with my husband and brought him home safe to me every year. Small children could ride on him , walk under him , they could feed him treats and brush him. I could let him loose on the farm and he never went out the gate. 34 is 100 of our years and he showed it Tuesday night he was showing alot of pain. We gave him pain medication. Yesterday his Vet of 32 years came out and his heart was in a- fib. He was in a lot of pain and  stumbling around. She told me what I did not want to here. He was able to walk out to the field where his mother rests and Ann put him to sleep.

09/24/2025

Hiring a part time person for my farm. I employee several OSU students . They clean stalls in my stable, fix fence, remove blackberries and do other farm chores, summer in the heat, winter in the rain and cold. One student has a heavier class load this winter and will not be working as many hours.
I am looking for another part time employee . The hours can flexible,.
If you are intrested in more infomation send me a e-mail and I will respond. Mary Eichler , Corvallismary@

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09/15/2025

Some weeds are beautiful and when we see them we fail to understand when a invasive plant enters our area it can out compete the native and garden plants that feed us and feed the local wildlife, birds and butterflies and give us joy in our homes. Monocultures are when one plant takes over an area and it is the only plant surviving in that area. Monocultures are not diverse and they do not feed the local wildlife and allow other plants to grow and feed birds and butterflies. Scotchbroom is an example. This is a new plant to our area . If you see it please take the time to report it. If you dig or pull it out do not compost it , do not put it in our cities yard waste containers put it in a plastic bag, seal it and after it sits in the sun for a few days, throw it in the garbage.

08/17/2025

07/28/2025

We still have lots of wild blackberries available for picking! If you’d like fresh blackberries head over to the stand and text Mary (541-740-0311) when you get there 🙂 Children are welcome, but no dogs please.

06/17/2025

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE POST:
I want to bring attention to a dangerous, yet beautiful, poisonous plant. In 2019, it was only found in three Oregon counties. Now, it has spread to every county in the state. This unprecedented spread across the United States has resulted in deaths and long, debilitating illnesses. The plant is called POISON HEMLOCK.
I have seen it in front yards, garden beds, along stream banks, in City and County parks, as well as in City, County, and State right-of-ways, and even mingled with wild blackberries. Some people have mistaken it for wild carrot or Queen Anne’s Lace, but they are wrong.
If this plant goes unnoticed in a hayfield and gets baled with the hay, it only takes 11 ounces to kill a full-grown, 1200 lb cow. The hollow stem has been used to make flute-like instruments, which has caused serious illnesses to people who put them in their mouths. All parts of this plant, including its seeds, are highly poisonous.
A woman in Salem tragically died after eating it. A cat, which found the young first-year plants as a comfortable resting place in the backyard, died from the toxicity absorbed through its skin.
This plant can cause severe lung damage, skin rashes, and blisters.

IMPORTANT:
Do not mow or weed-whack it. Every part of this plant is toxic, and tiny airborne particles can enter your lungs, leading to serious damage and possible hospitalization.
When removing Poison Hemlock, always wear a mask and gloves.
If you pull the plant, place it in a sealed plastic bag—do not compost it or put it in a yard waste container. Let the plastic bag sit in the sun until the plant decomposes, and dispose of it carefully. Do not open the bag again.
Tires can pick up the seeds that fall on the road, and you may unknowingly bring them home with you. Be sure to check your driveway and plant areas before mowing.
I’ve already made requests to local agencies when I spot these plants. If you see Poison Hemlock, please call and report it, especially in areas where children play. If your neighbor has one, let them know about this post.
Thank you for helping spread awareness!

06/09/2025

We currently have two stall openings at our stable - Full care only! Our facility includes:
•80x140 indoor arena
•12x12 matted stalls with sand
•24x24 outdoor paddocks
•Round pen
•Wash station with cross ties
•Two tack rooms
•Trailer parking
Boarding is $500/month. If you are interested or have any questions please text Mary at (541) 740-0311

05/11/2025

When the city of Corvallis decided to build an overpass from downtown Corvallis to Philomouth Boulevard and Highway 34 there was an area of city owned property that had a bunch of wild rhododendrons. I got permission from the city to dig them up before the bulldozer came. I am happy to say they are still doing well.