What Happens on a Farm in the PATH OF TOTALITY?! (eclipse special)

I guess we'll find out...
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[@Marilyn12346]

Morgan Gold sent us to your farm also. Thanks for the video!

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here! So cool that we both got to be in the path of totality!

[@amandabowen9791]

Our ducks came running out of the creek and went into their coop. They were so confused😅

[@cas6996]

😂😂😂

[@morethanfarmers]

Awwww 😂

[@fairgreen42]

Came here from Gold Shaw Farm. 😊 Thanks for sharing this awesome moment with us. I saw a total eclipse in 99 over Europe and had pretty much the same reaction. The twilight, the temperature drop, and the actual eclipse. It was awe inspiring.

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad you’re here! It really was amazing 😊

[@kimberleychapman8416]

I’m so glad you talked about not living in fear - thanks for this! As always, I love your videos ❤

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome, Kimberly! Glad it resonated with you 👍

[@sgrvtl7183]

I was listening to The Gold Shaw Farm in Vermont and he mentioned you as a friend 👌and to check out your eclipse video❗️So Cool❗️

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@MyLifeRefining]

I’m going to “light up the comments” by telling you how GRATEFUL I am that you and Michelle are dedicated to keeping fear as a motivator away from your message. You’ve both said before that you should live the hands on homestead life because it’s how you want to live and enjoy it, not because you are afraid NOT to. I need that message daily because the other message is *STRONG*. I’ve weeded out and unsubscribed from so many channels for it and I’m thankful to be able to enjoy and learn from your channel because it feels like a safe place for my heart and mind. “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. 24 Put away from you crooked speech, and put devious talk far from you. 25 Let your eyes look directly forward and your gaze be straight before you. 26 Ponder the path of your feet; then all your ways will be sure. 27 Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your foot away from evil.” Proverbs 4:23-27 ESV

[@jenscheibner792]

Thanks for the Bible passages...

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you so much for your kind words. So glad to be an encouragement ❤️

[@Zizzyyzz]

Good comment. Many are either in fear, or informed.

[@christinebuto5733]

We are in Erie, PA and had 100% totality- amazing!

[@Zizzyyzz]

Eerie. 😅

[@simplebee2366]

Had clouds most of the day in western pa, but as it rolled closer to totality time- everything cleared and just like that, God's handiwork was on display. Unforgetable.

[@barbietrink4984]

Morgan Gold suggested your video for this event. Thanks for sharing your farm's experience. ❤ from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Welcome here! You're welcome 😊

[@sueoldbirdstone9024]

I'm a Gold Shaw Farm migrant...... thanks so much for sharing your experience!

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome, glad you're here 😊

[@laurieshatney9279]

We are in Vermont and during the whole eclipse our cow stayed in her run-in laying down chewing her cud. The rabbits would run in and out of their huts. The ducks, chickens and wild birds were totally silent. Even the chipmunks went silent. It was a bit unsettling but amazing..

[@morethanfarmers]

So cool!

[@Mindy56743]

Hear in Missouri my rooster started crowing and the birds started singing in the woods. The neatest part was how quiet and peaceful it was.

[@kittyrichards9915]

Picture perfect day in Indiana for an eclipse. 99.4% and was so cool to witness Gods creativity. Cooled off and the sky looked really eerie like tornado weather.

[@bettypearson5570]

I didn't get to experience this eclipse but definitely remember the one in I believe 1978 when I lived in Hood River, Oregon. At work they decided that we would open an hour late so we could enjoy the eclipse and avoid the "massive" traffic jams. Because it was a small town and we were being told our area was the ideal location in the US to view it we were overrun by spectators, many who slept in their car since we didn't have a bunch of hotels. Just as it was beginning I realized I needed to get more disposable diapers for the babysitter that day and made a mad dash to the store 2 blocks away. When I got back it was so bizarre because it wasn't full yet but there was a distortion that was similar to when you see heat waves coming off pavement in the summer. That visual disturbance was enough to throw off my balance. My husband was laughing because he said I looked like when someone spins around a lot then tries to walk. We lived on the outskirts of town where orchards and farms were beginning and it was completely quiet. The morning birds stopped their chirping and most noticeable was that all the dogs stopped barking (morning was usually a heavy barking time as dogs responded to morning human activity). The best part of the eclipse was actually the afterglow. I worked at City Hall so normally had our fair share of people unhappy about parking tickets, water bills or someone who encroached on whatever. On that day everyone seemed happy. There were smiles aplenty and it seemed like most conversations included confirming that the other person had also witnessed this rare event. After all these years I still remember the happiness of everyone.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@Grandma_Lori]

Morgan Gold gave you a shout-out! Since I missed the whole event, for two reasons, it is cool to see real life versus MSM. First because I forgot, second because here in my location in Florida it was overcast. Enjoyed watching Morgan and now you! Thanks ❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Bummer you couldn’t see it, but glad you’re here now!

[@lyndsaypearce8820]

Thanks to Morgan for letting us know of your video. I live on the south coast of the UK so there wasn’t anything to see here.

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad you’re here!

[@zenlife321]

Eclipses like this, are a very emotional/ spiritual experience. It brings us back to our humanity. To understanding how little we do control. How much we take for granted. I didn’t get much of an experience for this one in Idaho (in terms of totality). We had our totality experience back in 2017. It’s definitely my most favorite moment ever and I’m grateful I got to experience it at least once in my life. Now go forth and be grateful for everything …🦋😇 That’s the takeaway. As for the animals : I camped out in the wilderness and the stillness and the animals howls and chirps was surreal.

[@morethanfarmers]

That sounds like an incredible experience. Thank you for sharing!

[@danielles3841]

Another Ohioan here! We also live right in the path of totality, and I agree that it was a moment of awe. If i travel, I might get to see another eclipse one day. Once in a lifetime moment for sure

[@sacredmommyhood]

We were in the path as well and had almost four minutes of totality. It was stunning. The darkness was eerie, but very much felt worshipful. We were also watching our animals. We have four cows and only one reacted strangely. The ten month old bull calf began mooing and wailing and took off running toward the barn. He seemed scared. The rest of the animals seemed fine and unbothered. We are so thankful to have experienced such an incredible event.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@marjorieorveau6707]

Brilliant video! I experienced an eclipse many years ago here in France and what made it so eerie was the silence; no bird song.

[@carenal]

We were watching near Mansfield and there were several outside dogs that started barking when totality happened. Definitely the coolest thing I've ever seen.

[@igchick42]

Gold Shaw Farm sent me here. I'm now a subscriber for your channel!!!

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Welcome here!

[@1965gracebug]

That’s a great idea! After milking keeping our 6 month calf away from momma. Our heifer Shawna definitely is holding back the cream and Buttercup head butts Shawna a lot.

[@AuntieM58]

Thank you for sharing this! I experienced totality in 2017 and there is nothing like it. We were in Austin, TX for 2024 and though it was still amazing, the heavy cloud cover did obscure the sun during totality.

[@chrisBou007]

Cody, thanks for this experience! You had my interest peaked about the animals’ reaction…and yes it was BEAUTIFUL 😍 missed it here in Delaware!😢

[@greensmoothiequeen]

I'm so glad you said that it was almost like a worship moment. I felt the same. We were in Tiffin and it was amazing.

[@morethanfarmers]

Really a next level experience 👌

[@TheCountryHomestead]

We are from Ohio and lucky to have the nice weather during that day. Chickens went in the coop and hawks flew by panicking on the sudden darkness.

[@dreamsnake222]

hi. came over by Morgans suggestion, and i found u have some nice and interesting videos pilled up.definitely going on my regular visit list. llap

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Glad you’re here!

[@champagnemommy]

Both your video and your friends video were very cool to watch. Thank you for doing all this work and sharing with those of us who didn’t get to see it all. 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterstevens6555]

Kia Ora & Good Morning from Unsworth Heights, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand ...Another Great Video Bro.

[@chantal3172]

We were in the path of totality. It was so nice to see. We did notice that all the birds and animals went completely quiet while it was completely dark. It was so odd. So happy that we were able to enjoy it with our daughter. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@morethanfarmers]

Sounds like you made some great memories 😁❤️

[@robertadunaway7030]

It was really cool to see Jupiter so well yesterday.

[@morethanfarmers]

Right?? 🤩

[@jacqibelle]

Awesome! We drove to Enon, Ohio to experience the total solar eclipse!

[@morethanfarmers]

Woohoo!

[@dd3wc]

Thanks … awesome footage! Much appreciated Jakin! 🙏🙌✝️❤

[@jeanettemyer1818]

We drove from Virginia to Ohio to watch totality. It was wonderful!! (We also saw the one in 2017 in North Carolina)- it really is a surreal experience ❤ Then we went to Berlin seeds and the cheese place as per your family recommendations 😂 we had a lovely time in Ohio!

[@morethanfarmers]

Whoa, sounds like you guys had a great time! Hope you found yourself at home in our neck of the woods 😁

[@joeyhardin1288]

Road trip to Southport IN from Central KY; was a great time other than the traffic! Glad you got to see it there. We stopped at a restaurant of Bob E. and we just stayed there, we were the only people there but the workers and they were great!

[@morethanfarmers]

Sounds like a great time, Joey!

[@beckbeck5110]

Came from Morgan's channel 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here!!

[@jenniferdennis7090]

We are in tx in the totality section my chickens went to bed. And all the bugs and sounds stopped. Even the vibrations of the electric lines it was eerie. From buzzing to silent for the 4ish mins. And a red jacket tried to keep bumping my head. 😅 like he didn’t know where he was driving or something.

[@morethanfarmers]

Sounds like quite the experience!

[@marysellar3401]

Thankyou for mentioning the non fear you have. This is so important. Loved your video guys, fantastic job.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Mary!

[@lonnybush5612]

The eclipse was amazing. Also being able to see Mar and Venus at the same time.

[@morethanfarmers]

Yes!!

[@mikenuyen4441]

It's difficult for the human mind to comprehend the sudden loss of the most important thing in our lives.

[@foryourreview8403]

thanks for sharing!🌻

[@miephoex]

Thank you for your sense of humor and reality! I’m becoming a subscriber!

[@morethanfarmers]

Wow, thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@NorthToSouthChannel]

I got to experience totality in the 2017 eclipse, and during that moment it felt like getting to see Heaven for just a few minutes. It was truly a spiritual moment!

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

Thankyou for the post . Enjoyed your vidios . Morgan from gold shaw farm sent me . Love your cows .

[@lesare6509]

Just watched Morgan’s video, since I’m out in California, wanted to see the totality in different areas. Thank you for sharing! 🤗❤️

[@morethanfarmers]

Our pleasure!

[@Thisisit120]

The last one that we were a part of in 2017, the only thing our animals did, they got real quiet. Nothing out of the ordinary this one we went to the movies missed the whole thing. 2:52

[@thesquirrelyprepperlifesty5523]

Our chickens rallied at an Italian loaf near the goat barn. My LGD was more confused why people were in the backyard. We are fairly close to you in the path as well here in Indiana. Good job!

[@leannevanderveen8792]

Hey guys!! We look forward to every one of your videos and it's a family treat/reward when chores are done to sit down as a family to watch !! ❤️ We are hoping to move to the states and potentially build a homesteading friendly house. Can you please do a video on your house and layout/floor plan? What you like/dislike of your build? What you feel homesteaders need in a new build? Etc. would be much appreciated as we are so torn how to do this efficiently!

[@morethanfarmers]

So glad to hear you're enjoying the videos, Leanne! And thanks for the video request- glad to know people are interested!

[@cherylbishop7657]

GOD IS THE ULTIMATE LIVING ARTIST. GOD BLESS

[@TexasMyTexas]

We had total darkness at 1:44 here in East Texas. We were dealing with some broken cloud cover the whole time, but the clouds gave us a break just at the right moment. It was amazing!

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome!

[@ka6148]

Since it was so quick Our hens just stood still no eating, clucking Nothing Once the sun was exposed again All the chickens went to the coop at a fast clip

[@TerrieAllred2023]

We weren't in the path, here on the east coast of NC, but it was FELT. The very air changed. It was so, I don't know, crisp and fresh, and like you said, emotional. All I could think of was the death and rebirth of Christ. Can't really explain the feeling I had.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thank you for sharing your worship moment ❤️

[@TerrieAllred2023]

@@morethanfarmers God bless you for being so real on your channel and allowing me to not be afraid to share :)

[@margaretmininger9406]

You're so lucky to have been in the path of totality! We had partial in NC, but is was still amazing! Heck even with a partial eclipse, I could have gone to bed, LOL!!!

[@morethanfarmers]

It was amazing 🤩

[@kezru1581]

Hey guys thanks so much for the footage!!! From New Zealand

[@anitapenney4990]

thank you for your common sense, its a value that seems in such sort supply these days! loving your videos

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for watching, Anita!

[@jackien9582]

I totally understand the emotional response!

[@kaitlync15]

We are up near cleveland - our chickens just kept doing their same thing pecking and scratching but their solar door did close which was interesting! The cows also just kept eating. I was expecting more from the animals but I guess they weren’t phased

[@morethanfarmers]

Maybe happy animals care less about eclipses 😌

[@melanieaveryeasthope3980]

Came here from Gold Shaw Farms

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here!

[@JahneshaH]

So cool! Thanks for sharing! Blessings from Upstate NY. 93% of the sun was covered for us- it looked so cool. I'm sure it looked even cooler in the path of totality 😮.

[@morethanfarmers]

It was incredible 😍

So good you guys could enjoy it, when the lunar eclipse came to Brazil last year, it was in a cloudy day 😢😢

[@morethanfarmers]

No 😭😭😭

[@meenha1976]

Morgan sent me to watch your video ❤❤❤

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Welcome here!

[@meenha1976]

@@morethanfarmers 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@anitataylor9423]

Gold Shaw Farm sent me your way; so thought I would try you out. 😊

[@morethanfarmers]

That’s great! Welcome here 😊 and we hope you’ll decide to stay 😉

[@GreenThumbGardener65]

I didn’t let my dogs outside because I didn’t want them to look at it. It was very overcast here, tons of clouds so there wasn’t much to see here but it was noticeably darker.

[@jeanbrown4288]

Wow you got the Baily beads!! Looks like. In Kansas we didn't see that but saw the engagement ring effect easily!! And here no sounds of birds and the Erie look of the day the haze that covered us ! We only saw 89%here in Wichita my daughter was about 95 in Hamilton NY! Was awesome for everyone. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@Thesaltygardner]

New subscriber excited to support you ❤❤ happy gardening season

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks for subbing!

[@cathylyons4253]

Thank you we could not see the eclipse in South Africa. Heavy cloud. Thank you.

[@TheADHDHomestead]

I'm in Western/Central NY, in the path, and we had THICK clouds all day 😭 thanks for showing me what it could have looked like! Lol

[@morethanfarmers]

Oh no 😭😭😭

[@katariinakuusk3501]

Thank you ❤

[@a.p.5429]

I'm in NC. Only had partial. It was like a hazy day but not much different. My mom remembers one many years ago. She didn't know about an eclipse and was hanging clothes on the line out back. She said it was so dark she only could get back to the house because she followed the kitchen light that was on. That would be neat to see.

[@jeanbrown4288]

Same for me. Morgan recommended you. My family is from Kansas.we still have our family farm in Western Kansas. Mostly wheat and mill etc and cattle ..so I'm curious as to how all the farms made out today .if there was any interesting behaviors!!?? So here I am checking you out!!

[@morethanfarmers]

Awesome! Welcome to the channel!

[@lindasmith5190]

Thanks.

[@dhansonranch]

Thanks for sharing this - We never had much here. But you know, it dawned on me as you guys were talking about it being a worship moment and seeing it in that exceptional footage - do not fear because although things seem dark, there is still light (hope) shining from the dark. Something we need these days. Thanks again.

[@morethanfarmers]

You're welcome. Thanks for sharing!

[@ajnormandgroome]

Morgan sent me - thanks for your viddeo

[@morethanfarmers]

Glad you came! You’re welcome 😊

[@Berley_1234]

my chickens were free roaming and could have cared less.. but i was in western NC and not in the path of total, we had an eerie haze here

[@nancyseery2213]

I live near Nashville, TN and got good coverage in 2017 and 2024. Cool, but not life shattering. We had some cloud coverage, but I didn't think things were all that dark. I think you got darker. Glad i got to have this twice in my lifetime. God bless y'all and keep growing.

[@morethanfarmers]

Thanks Nancy!

[@beaniecat1980]

Thanks for sharing your experience! We watched it here in South Central PA. It was awesome, but not as good as what you saw.

[@morethanfarmers]

Happy to share! 😁

[@davidmachemer1015]

Morgan of Gold Shaw Farm sent me! Nice video!

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome!

[@woodsovertexas]

we were in the path of totality too! but we had nothing but thick clouds, so disappointing. eclipses are so much fun, and so awesome to see. glad y'all got to experience it!

[@thewaywardirishican]

I live in Northern Ca, where we got about 33% of the eclipse (or something-I don’t remember exactly what I was reading) but I do know it was very bright, just like the eclipse in 2017. Probably for 45 min at least. No darkness though 😊. Thanks for the video, was very cool to watch!

[@konetashelton4130]

The Eclipse was phenomenal and a grand moment to glorify God. From West Central Ohio.

[@magala9287]

I think one reason for the "anticlimatic" reaction is because the animals feel safe. Most of them feel safe in your farm, so it makes sense.

[@morethanfarmers]

That would make sense 👍

[@KowalskiMountain]

We had a calf born!

[@morethanfarmers]

Woohoo!

[@user-fd1qb7ml2j]

Thanks you two for sharing the eclipse! It was beautiful, im in California. You and another friend posted from Kentucky! Also i wanted to say thank you for going to Berlin seed store the other day. I ordered my seeds from them because of Michelle's video on seed selections. I called and ordered my seeds and told them about you both and how you always talk about their seeds. They said they know you and see you come in and said you were nice. I thought that was so sweet! Question for Michelle. So my seedling are doung better now, but they did struggle for a bit. First i was using bad seed holders, to small. They got dried out to quick and my plants were not growning. So i used bigger pots and also did some other ways of putting seeds in pots. I was frustrayed with ky tomatoes, they were not germinating very good. So i just out some soil in a cup and threw a bunch of seeds. Now i have lots of small tomatoes plants. Have to up pot soon. I did get a late start it is still snowing her this last week. I just have potatoes and carrots in. Not planting tomatoes or peppers till may. Wanted to know how often you water your seedlings. I am bottom watering now and just gave them fertilizer. Please let me know how often you water as i think i am watering too much. I do have a new rack and lights coming so it will be much easier. I plan on growing my greens indoors during winter. Thanks

[@morethanfarmers]

Wow, awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@southwestlivingwithval]

Excellent video. Happy Eclipse Day to you.

[@gigisgarden8044]

Our animals ALL woke up and were ready to go before dawn. Which was the weirdest behavior of the day. 😂

[@monahardy978]

Very awesome ❤

[@eternalifeproductions]

I think tribe family community can lessen the total load and increase joy, y'all rock from Austin TX love

[@melanieaveryeasthope3980]

It’s not fireworks. I heard the same in 2017 totality. Speculation- it’s the cooling of the earth and atmosphere.

[@morethanfarmers]

It actually was fireworks.. we could see them 😊

[@stephencameron1709]

Thank you for sharing your farm experience. That was so interesting! Great job. Val C

[@johnzink3309]

thx

[@camicri4263]

Really cool! We only had 80% it looked like crescet moon but it was the sun! Really niceit got darker like when the sun is setted but it was not total darkness .I wish I could have experience it but , it is what it is! I saw Morgan's video first, your notification came back later! I took pictures with my phone but they looked nothing liwhat I was seeing! Thanks for sharing guys ! Blessings!

[@Shanngella]

I had to work during the eclipse...wish I could have seen my horse's reaction (he is in a boarding facility)

[@morethanfarmers]

Awwww... 😔

[@douglasjones3930]

Nice video! Thanks

[@vijays8555]

Great video 👍🏽

[@Cody_Ramer]

I rolled my ankle the other day as well, thank God i dont roll them as much as i used to, just a few times a year now but i used to roll em a few times a week! Sadly we had mountain to mountain clouds here so i couldn't even see the tiny partial eclipse.

[@morethanfarmers]

Awwwww no 😭

[@GoingsoloinFrance]

Great idea for a video, Good thinking guys :-)

[@omadeitz3340]

Hello new thanks to Morgan, not bad. Think I will stick around

[@morethanfarmers]

Welcome here.. we’ll be glad for you to join us 😊

[@StonerSmurfin]

When I was in middle school in the early 90s a couple hours south of your farm we had a total solar eclipse (but I'm sure you guys are to young to remember that) then I saw another one in Colorado 7 or 8 or so years ago. Can't wait for one to happen in California next which won't happen till 2045 so I might get to see it as an old man if I can live that long.

[@morethanfarmers]

That would be really something!

[@dreydonboyd2620]

Love the channel! You guys are awesome. I see this channel growing greatly in the future. I'd love to live a life similar to yours one day. I'm 17 right now. I travel out of states doing commercial electrical work. I enjoy it greatly but I'm not sure what to do. I want to have my own farm with live stock and become self sustainable. I already have some knowledge. Before working I would put out gardens, raise my animals for meat, preserve my food. Unfortunately now I feel that my responsibilities have fallen on my parents as I don't have the time I once did. Without the help I couldn't provide for the animals, and certainly couldn't put out a garden. I'm looking for genuine advice because I don't want to make a bad decision. I know electrical is a wonderful trade. I'd love to hear a suggestion!

[@morethanfarmers]

Hey Drey, thanks for reaching out! My only advice would be just do the next thing that comes to you as well as you can. Don't stress too much about the future. Doors will open for you when you're ready. In the meantime, keep learning! Working hard at your current job will give you great habits to keep working hard once you start homesteading. Good luck!