Ramparts, Châteaux, and Miles of Wildlife Fencing
Carcassonne! Oh, my! It’s the great walled city in Southern France. I took the Toulouse City Tour bus east to this medieval citadel, La Cité. It’s the walled rampart within the city—another magnificent structure. I LOVE France. I’ll be back someday.
Along the way, behold completely different fencing—woven wire mesh all along the highway. An interesting observation: I didn’t see any road kill. Though the fencing was the standard five-foot, which I know deer can jump over, I spotted no road kill. Miles and miles of fencing obviously do a great job of deterring wildlife from attempting to cross the highway. Let’s advocate for more fencing along the highways of the United States. I’ll start in New Hampshire. Will you join me in your state?
Now, let’s delve back into the adventure of Carcassonne and the incredible Château Comtal. You must navigate past the tourist traps of souvenir shops that line the cobblestone streets. I was so captivated by the surroundings that I wanted to buy wooden swords, bows, and arrows for the grands, but I resisted, wondering how we would fit them into our suitcases.
I walked the entire circumference of the castle, up and down the stairs, peering through the glassless windows. From one vantage point, I could see the Pyrenees and snow on what looked like a ski slope. It was a clear and gorgeous day, and the sky was a fabulous cerulean blue, my favorite. A light breeze kept me comfortable the whole day.
In one of the castle's rooms, they displayed the large, heavy stones or balls they used in the catapults. The fireplaces were huge, large enough to hold a bit of furniture and several people.
One thing I will buy when we return is the board game Carcassonne. My daughter-in-law and I love a good board game, and according to friends and reviews, this one will delight us for hours.
Here are our choices for woven wildlife fencing. Find the one that best suits your needs, and let’s start your project!
All my best,
Debbie Page
CEO, Louis E. Page Inc – Woman-owned business and Family-owned since 1893. (It adds up to over 131 years owned and run by our family. Think about it: Nobody stays around in business that long without really supporting customers so they want to come back!)
P.S. Let’s make our highways safer with effective wildlife fencing!