I’m a homestead‑minded farmer looking for a place where my family and I can put down roots, care for the land, and build a small, thoughtful sheep‑focused farm. We’re hoping to find a property in Southern Oregon where we can live simply, work hard, and grow something meaningful over time.
I have hands‑on experience with goats, chickens, ducks, geese, and small‑scale livestock care, and I’m excited to expand into sheep for fiber and land stewardship. I love the rhythm of caring for animals, improving pasture, and creating a healthy, balanced farm ecosystem. I’m a careful planner, and I value good communication, respect, and a collaborative relationship with the landowner.
Our vision is a peaceful, productive homestead with rotational grazing, a small orchard, and space for poultry. We’re open to lease, lease‑to‑own, or creative arrangements, and we’re comfortable starting out in a motorhome while we slowly build out infrastructure. What matters most to us is finding a place where we can invest our time, energy, and heart for the long term.
We’re looking for pasture, reliable water, and a property where animals and people can thrive. We take land stewardship seriously and treat every space as if it were our own. We’re excited to connect with a landholder who shares a love for rural life, good land, and the future of small farming.
For our family and the farm we hope to build, a few key features are essential. Because we are a family of eight, we need a safe, livable home or a dwelling that can reasonably be brought to that standard. Land that has been used for organic (certified or not) gardening would be desirable. Reliable water is very important to us—whether from a well, spring, or surface source—along with enough open space for livestock, gardens, and future orchard development.
It would be ideal for the property to have existing fenced pastures or open areas that can be easily fenced. Having animal shelters, barns, coops, or basic livestock structures already in place would be a huge benefit and would allow us to begin caring for animals more quickly and responsibly. We value land that is already set up for livestock or has the foundation to support sheep, poultry, and small-scale homestead systems.
Good access, basic utilities, and room for barns, fencing, and outbuildings are also important. We appreciate privacy, clean air, and a peaceful rural setting where our children can grow and learn alongside the land.
While these features are important, we are also flexible and willing to work with a property that needs care or improvement. We are a hardworking, resourceful family, and my husband brings a wide range of practical skills that allow us to take on projects and help maintain or enhance the property. What matters most is finding a place with the right foundation for long‑term stewardship and growth.
Most of my farming experience has come from creating a self‑sustaining homestead on less than half an acre. Because of the limited space, I’ve learned to be resourceful, intentional, and hands‑on with every part of daily animal care and food production. I’ve raised dairy goats, chickens, ducks, and geese, and I’m comfortable with milking, feeding routines, brooding, basic health care, and building small shelters and systems that work efficiently in tight spaces.
Living on a small property has taught me how to maximize what I have, manage animals closely, and maintain clean, healthy environments without relying on large pastures. My focus has been on producing as much of our own food as possible — milk, eggs, meat, and garden produce — and building the skills needed for a larger, more traditional farm setting.
While I haven’t maintained large pastures or done full‑scale rotational grazing yet, I have a strong understanding of the principles and am ready to expand into sheep and pasture‑based systems once I have the land to support it. I’m a careful learner, a steady worker, and someone who takes land stewardship seriously, even on a small scale.
In the first few years, our focus is on creating a stable foundation for both our family and the farm. We want to settle into a home on the property, learn the land, and begin building the core elements of a small, sustainable livestock‑based homestead. Our initial plans include setting up safe, functional spaces for poultry and gradually expanding into sheep once fencing and infrastructure are in place.
Alongside our homestead goals, I bring experience from owning and operating an organic sourdough bakery in Arizona. Running a food‑based business has taught me consistency, time management, and the importance of high‑quality ingredients. It has also strengthened my understanding of local food systems, customer relationships, and the value of producing nourishing, handcrafted products. These skills translate directly into building a thoughtful, productive farm operation.
In the short term, we plan to begin with small‑scale production—eggs, meat birds, dairy for family use, and garden produce—while laying the groundwork for future expansion. We also hope to start a family garden, improve soil health, and plant the first trees of a future orchard.
During this period, we want to build a strong working relationship with the landholder, contribute to the property through maintenance or improvements, and ensure that our presence adds value. Our goal is to create a steady, intentional start that sets the stage for long‑term success.
Over the long term, our goal is to build a thriving, multi‑layered homestead that supports our family, contributes to the local community, and reflects our values of stewardship, hard work, and self‑sufficiency. We envision developing a healthy sheep flock for fiber, breeding, and land management, along with expanded poultry production and a well‑established orchard and perennial food system.
As the farm grows, we hope to create a small, diversified operation that blends livestock, orchard crops, and value‑added products. My experience running an organic sourdough bakery has shown me the importance of quality, consistency, and connection to customers, and I plan to integrate those skills into future farm offerings—whether through farm‑based baked goods, fiber arts, workshops, or small‑scale direct‑to‑consumer sales.
We want to invest deeply in the land: improving soil health, building resilient infrastructure, and creating a place that can support our family for decades. Our long‑term vision includes a stable home, well‑designed barns and fencing, rotational grazing systems, and a landscape that is healthier each year we care for it.
Ultimately, we hope to build a long‑term relationship with the surrounding community, contributing to local agriculture and raising our children in a place where they can learn the value of meaningful work and connection to the land.
We are a family of eight looking for a stable, comfortable home where we can begin building our long‑term farm and life. Because we have a large family, a finished home or livable dwelling is our strong preference. Having a safe, functional space to settle into would allow us to focus our energy on caring for the land, animals, and the responsibilities of a working homestead.
That said, we are also very open‑minded and willing to work with what’s available. We are a resourceful, industrious family, and my husband is skilled in many trades. We’re comfortable making improvements, handling repairs, or helping bring a space up to a livable standard if needed. We value clear communication and collaboration and are committed to taking excellent care of any home we live in.
Our goal is to find a place where we can put down roots, contribute to the land, and build a long‑term relationship with the property and landholder. We’re flexible, hardworking, and ready to invest ourselves fully in creating a thriving homestead.
Yes, I am absolutely willing and able to work with farmers from many different backgrounds. I value kindness, respect, and clear communication, and I believe that agriculture is stronger when people with different experiences and perspectives learn from one another. My family and I treat others with dignity and openness, and we appreciate the same in return.
At the same time, I want to be clear that we are not seeking a co‑operative or co‑living situation. With a large family, we need our own private living space and the ability to manage our farm responsibilities independently. We are very comfortable collaborating, communicating, and maintaining a positive working relationship with landholders or neighboring farmers — we simply prefer to keep our household separate.
What matters most to us is mutual respect, shared expectations, and a healthy, professional relationship with the landholder. We value honesty, reliability, and a spirit of cooperation, and we bring those qualities into every partnership.
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