The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
— Lao Tzu

 

Our mission at A&A Apple Farm is to be good stewards of this land, teach our children that we reap what we sow, and share the bounty with our community as we grow.

ONCE UPON A TIME…

It all started with a date. Justin & Rachel visited Sebastopol, California when they first began dating in 2008 & intuitively felt that one day they would return with their family. Eight years later, two kids in tow, they stumbled upon an apple farm. 

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Aidan & Adeline (aka: A&A)

We named the apple farm after these two. They're always getting their hands dirty, discovering something new & excited to share it with you. (Disclaimer: It could be anything....) As the farm has been expanding, so have the kids’ interests. See below:

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AIDAN (AKA: BEE BOY)

This eight-year-old kid was born to be a beekeeper. Follow him for all his bee adventures here.

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Adeline (aka: ADdy)

She is our overall animal whisperer. She seems to have the kitties, pup, & goats wrapped around her cute little finger.


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Justin (AKA: Daddy-o)

He doesn't like to admit it, but he's our in-house Chef (capital C, yo). Cooking is his art so he really can't help himself, much to our delight. We finally began to photograph some dishes, which we will be posting on the blog with recipes.


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Rachel (AKA : mama Bear)

This Mama Bear has her hands in many honey pots. They call her the family CIO (Chief Inspiration Officer), because she’s always got something new for the gang to do. For the 2020-21 school year, she has decided to H O M E S C H O O L the clan, so stay tuned!


2012 visit to Vermont. Inspiration for creating a farm of our own!

2012 visit to Vermont. Inspiration for creating a farm of our own!

10 Reasons WE LIKE HAVING a farm

  • Kids need chores. Lots of chores.

  • There is fresh air. Everywhere!

  • All the weeds keep us accountable.

  • You can't NOT compost.

  • Projects are endless. Endless!

  • The land is our teacher.

  • It's not easy.

  • Digging in the dirt is grounding.

  • Quietude is inspiring.

  • Children can go outside!


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