Golden Eagle Farm is at 27236 Highway 78, Ramona, or call 619-455-1123. The farm stand is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, visit: www.goldeneaglegardens.com.

The golden eagle’s fearsome reputation earned it respect, and even reverence, throughout history. In Greek mythology, it was the companion to Zeus, serving as his bearer of messages or omens.