We have a farm, 250 acres of pastures and forests. I want to try to keep it. Here is how.
Handyman Services. I have worked for clients since 2012. I have enjoyed the process of listening to people’s needs and solving problems. I know there is always a need in the area for this kind of service. It is a good fit and will keep me flexible to prioritize my girls and building up the farm.
Build a rental house: There is a house site already developed. The old house is gutted and ready to be torn down. Now I just need to build a house and rent it.
Lumber: We have a sawmill, kiln, and small scale logging equipment. Now I just need to put everything together and start selling some finished lumber.
Rustic cabins and campsites: Did I mention I love building. I want to experiment with all kinds of low cost cabins, traditional timber frame, round pole construction, maybe yurts.
Custom woodworking: The shop is in place. I want to take projects that push and grow my skills as well as develop projects to sell.
Hay Making: We have 30 acres of hay to make. We been making hay for the past four years primarily for our flock of sheep. We sold the flock so now we will sell all the hay.
Firewood: There is so much firewood that comes with each tree that I find or fell for lumber. It might not always be the most profitable use of time but I do enjoy it.
Wow that sounds like a lot…
Also, I want to continue growing my skills in 2019, maybe take a few workshops. Plus there are always the crazy projects that my kids inspire or the farm needs.