Cherry finally gave birth, storms may be messing with our ducklings, and the Nightjars are still singing. Plus: a family-friendly quest to connect with nature, wherever you are.

Dear Reader,​
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We hope you’re all doing well! We’ve just come through the recent European heatwave and are very grateful for the return of cool breezes and rain here in Asturias. After a sweaty week of 30+ degrees, both the land (and us) are finally breathing again. Thankfully, wild swimming has kept us sane, and Katie is still going strong with her daily dips - now on day 14 of her daily mission!

If you're part of Inside Wild Finca, you’ll have seen updates on our latest grazing plans, and how the dry heat threw a spanner in the works. But with the animals now moved on and the rains starting to return, we’re hopeful for a fresh burst of green.
​Not yet joined us in there? You can hop in by clicking the button below and Luke’s next “Wild Finca Ramble” will be landing in Member's inboxes by the end of the week!

Cherry’s a mum!​
Exciting news - our youngest cow, Cherry, gave birth on Monday night! We were very much the expectant parents… her full udders had us guessing for weeks and we were starting to worry - but all is well.
The little one will have a few peaceful weeks to settle in before we tag her… and yes, a naming vote is coming your way soon!

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Fluffy arrivals in the flock​
We’ve had some much-needed new life among the ducks. It’s been a tough couple of years - between foxes, goshawks, and old age, our flock had dwindled. Ducks are such a key part of Wild Finca: not just for their eggs, but as our organic slug and snail patrol in the Food Forest and veg beds.

We were hoping for more - we set 20 eggs between our incubator and a few broody hens, but only 8 ducklings hatched. Chatting to local friends, they all said the same thing: storms! Apparently, electrical storms can disrupt incubation. We’d never heard that before - have you?

🦉 Wild sightings lately

• The Nightjars are still going strong - one even woke us at 4am, churring just outside the bedroom window. Hopefully catching a few mozzies between songs.
• Wasps have set up home on both sides of the house - exciting news, as they’ve been rare here until recently.
• Still no full sighting of the Eagle Owls, but the Carrion Crows are making a racket at dusk along the cliffs - a good sign the owls are still around.
• And the Honey Buzzards have been putting on a show, with their amazing wing-clapping displays over the woods - one of our favourite summer sounds.

As we head into the thick of summer, we’re hoping for more rain and for our little patch of “green Spain” to stay lush and thriving.

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Something for the summer with your little ones...​
If you’ve got kids to entertain this summer, we’ve got something for you!

Join us for a 3-day Nature Quest, designed to help families slow down, explore, and connect with the wild - wherever you are. Whether you're wandering through woods, exploring a city park, or stepping into your back garden, nature connection is always within reach.

🗓️ Dates:
🌿 Wednesday 23rd July
🌿 Thursday 24th July
🌿 Friday 25th July

Where: In your inbox + our private community space (daily quests sent by email, with replays available) How: 3 simple nature quests – no gear, no prep, just 10–20 minutes a day.

Say hello!​
We’d love to meet you and your little wildlings! Pop into the community space, introduce yourselves, and let us know where you’re questing from and what attracted you to join!

We’re also swapping daily nature treasures - from feathers and ladybirds to a magical stroll down one new member’s local “flower alley”. And if you're curious (or brave), don’t miss Roan’s slightly gruesome discovery from yesterday...

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Heading to Birdfair?​
If you’re going to Birdfair (11th July weekend), Luke will be giving a talk and leading two bird walks. Please do come and say hello if you’re there - we’d love to meet you in person.

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From our wild corner to yours,
​Luke, Katie, Roan & Albus