Sheep 

We originally chose Corriedale sheep for their thick fleeces which stand up well to wind driven rain – a common occurrence during the cold winter months on the island. Corriedales originated in New Zealand, from a Lincoln-Merino cross. They are medium sized, dual-purpose sheep bred for both their superior meat and wool.

Horses

Panama is a Chestnut Quarterhorse, and Ginger is a Chestnut Thoroughbred we rescued in his later years. 

Donkey

Catherine, named after Clarissa’s mother, is often the favorite animal of the farm’s visitors, and is a burrough rescued almost 20 years ago along with her sister, Maude, who died of old age in 2021. 

Chickens

We have been hatching our own laying hens for the past decade, from the original breeds of Australorp, Buff Orpington, Americauna, and Barred Rock.

Ducks

We raise Cayuga, Khaki Campbell, Welsh Harlequin, and Indian Runner ducks for both meat and eggs, though perhaps mostly just for their humor and joy they offer the farm. 

Mother Goose

“Lucy” or Mother Goose is our most recent rescue on the farm, and she is our protector and guardian angel. 

Boli and Navai

Our 13 year-old Icelandic Sheepdog, Boli, is a magical, gentle being, and is deeply loved by all. His main job on the farm is to chase away the red-tailed hawks and non-migratory geese. Navai is the farm puppy, a Corgi-mix who is learning the ropes from the old guy. 

Rabbits

There are a few semi-domesticated black New Zealand rabbits that wander around the farm and can be hand-fed (and sometimes pet). We have cared for one Lop Rabbit, June, for the past few years, who helps fertilize the garden.