I am seeking farmland and a house to instill in my boys and family a sustainable way of life, while developing the arts program my wife started for children. I have a background working with community gardens, raising my own chickens, and hunting/fishing. I'd like to create on this farm, a space where children can learn to appreciate the outdoors, build skills with their parents, and build community.
Preferred location: Allegan, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gladwin, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Monroe, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Osceola, Ottawa, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Tuscola, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne
Desired Transitional Agreement: Farm Seeker/Farm Owner Partnership, Lease to buy, Sale, Mentorship, Working arrangement with future partner
Feb 4, 2026
Desired Acreage
- 5-10 Acres
- 11-25 Acres
- 26-100 Acres
- 101-250 Acres
Desired Infrastructure
Desired Land Usage
Goals, Values, Vision
Future farming plans and expectations are to build a regenerative livestock rotation consisting of cattle, goats, and chickens, along with a small vegetable garden for our family. The vision for our farm is to create a space where future generations can learn about farming, hunting, and being in the outdoors where God intended us to be good stewards of the land. This is a 20-30 year process.
The skillsets that will help me build out our organization; an understanding of sustainable farm practices, water management, pest management, learning and building a sustainable business model and financially sound business plan, the ability to understand and implement software to support farming practice, basic mechanic skills, building on network and community building, a hunger to learn subjects well, and tenacity. On top of my outdoor experience I have a diverse background in movement and youth development with a focus on learning how to overcome trauma.
Farming Status
Current Farming Status
Part Time, Not currently farming, Current active business plan
Farm Experience/Education
Farm internship/apprenticeship
Mentoring
I am seeking mentorship
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming Method
Organic Practices
I grew up learning on a friend of the family's ranch in Mexico then stopped when I went to high school. I've spent my time learning these last few years under La Semillita Community garden and Farmers Rising in Illinois. I spent years learning from gardeners in the community about organic and regenerative practices. I am continuing my learning through books and local farmers in the area as well as workshops when I can attend them.
