Wooden Gates – Classic, Sturdy, and Full of Character

Wooden gates have a timeless appeal—whether they’re rustic hand-built ranch gates or carefully crafted entryways for garden areas and small pastures. Though they might not be as common in large-scale livestock operations today, wooden gates are still trusted on many homesteads, hobby farms, and traditional ranches.

Why Wooden Gates Still Work

  • Strong and dependable: Especially when reinforced with metal hardware.

  • Custom-built: Easy to tailor to the size, terrain, and style of your property.

  • Aesthetic value: A charming addition to driveways or front pastures.

  • Often used in smaller enclosures: Perfect for garden plots, chicken runs, or horse paddocks.

How Barn Owl Works With Wooden Gates

Whether your wooden gate is a back pasture entrance or the main ranch gate, Barn Owl makes it easy to keep an eye on it.

  • Simple Strap Mounting: Secure your camera to the gatepost or nearby fence rail—no drilling or special tools required.

  • Flexible Placement: Mount high or low, on the gate itself or nearby, depending on your preferred field of view.

  • Alerts in Real Time: Get notified if someone opens the gate, enters the property, or lingers nearby.

Use Cases for Wooden Gate Monitoring

  • Monitor your main entrance gate to know when visitors arrive.

  • Watch the gate to your horse pasture or orchard.

  • Protect high-value areas like gardens or equipment sheds from trespassers or animals.

Barn Owl blends seamlessly into even the most traditional setups—giving you peace of mind without taking away the rustic charm of your wooden gates.

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