While the new baby has, without a doubt, kept Adam and I quite busy, we also have spent much of this spring working on another project…
We are so excited to share the start of our farm, Bent Arrow Acres.
We started this homesteading adventure in 2013 and have gradually begun to sell produce, eggs and meat that we raise to friends and family. Because of their excitement, as well as our own, about our products we want to share the food we produce and love with even more people. To do so, we have added animals like pork and turkeys to the homestead and brought on friend and neighbor, John Adams, to help us care for the animals.
Since the start of Bloom and our backyard garden the goal has been to produce and share the best food possible because, with my culinary background, I know that the best ingredients make the best meals. This means using local, seasonal produce and seeking out meat and eggs from animals raised with the best care.
Bent Arrow Acres was founded on this belief.
Our products include pork and poultry raised on pasture that was once conventionally farmed but is now back to a more sustainable, polyculture state. As well as flavorful garlic grown with organic practices that does not have to be flown across the planet.
But, more than just great food, Bent Arrow Acres, like Bloom., is a lifestyle.
It is for those who choose to go against the straight and narrow… or in this case, the “straightened arrow.”
I grew up in an area with no connection to agriculture. And, when my parents, teachers, friends and even myself had visions for my future it had absolutely nothing to do with growing food. But, here I am… a farmer!
It’s all about breaking free from the expected.
The ordinary.
Breaking free from the conventional grocery store or drive thru to seek out local farmers and cook with great ingredients.
Breaking free from what someone else thinks is the right path for you and shooting your arrow in a new direction.
Be sure to check out Bent Arrow Acres’ website! It includes all the details about ordering products and getting in touch. Facebook and Instagram will also have fun updates so be sure to follow along!
Know that Bloom will stay the same. I will continue to share backyard garden tips, seasonal recipes and local food from travels near and far… with a bit of the farm sprinkled in!
To join in the excitement about the launch of Bent Arrow Acres, we are giving away one Chicken CSA Membership. This includes two whole chickens and a dozen eggs each month starting July 2016 until November 2016. Just “like” and share Bent Arrow Acres’ Facebook page!
Normally, the Chicken CSA will be picked up at the farm the first week of each month, but we will deliver the winner’s CSA so long as they are within 90 minutes of Kokomo, Indiana. Giveaway runs through midnight on June 30, 2016.
Note: We had a great time working with Stephanie from Whim and Proper in the branding and web development. She is based out of Indianapolis and seriously nailed it when it came to our vision. We cannot say enough good things about our experience.
Congratulations!!! I wish I lived closer so that we could get garlic and chicken. Here’s to wishing you the best of luck!
Your mother’s and my hopes, not expectations for you, dear Claire, were only that you would direct your talents and passions to the service of others, striving for excellence to the full extent of your abilities. That’s it. Nothing more, and certainly nothing less.
We’re very proud of you, for many reasons, not least of which is that you are living all that out in your own authentic way.
Love, Dad
I love the name and logo…awesome sauce!