The soils here are sandy and deep and water is plentiful. It is apparent that before early settlers cleared the land, there were prevalent stands of ponderosa pine and juniper.

Agriculture, here, is mostly to do with hay, pasture, and cattle, with a scattering of sheep and goats.  Strawberry plants, peppermint, and garlic are also grown with success. 

The Jepson Manual Higher Plants of California (1993 Ed.) describes our area as part ot the Great Basin Province. 

Mule deer and antelope are frequently seen in the surrounding fields, taking advantage of unharvested crops or alfalfa stubble.

Mountain lions and bears also abound in the area, much to the consternation of livestock owners.