Blog
From Goat Shenanigans to Garden Wisdom—Welcome to Life at Hansel Hill Farm
Here we share what’s happening on the farm, from funny animal antics to the deeper roots of what we grow, why it matters, and how you can get involved. Whether you’re looking for hands-on learning, ways to connect with nature, or simple ideas to bring sustainable living into your everyday life, you’ll find it here. Our farm isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a community to grow with.
Goats Or Sheep: Who’s Smarter, Sassier & More Likely To Escape?
Curious who’s smarter—goats or sheep? Visit our animal petting farm to find out firsthand what we’ve learned from years of laughs, escapes, and fuzzy cuddles.
356 Seconds: Our First Time Handling Bees & Setting The Smoker On Fire
What’s it really like the first time beekeeping? Here’s a story of bringing bees home, a scary fire, and falling in love with farm life—356 seconds at a time.
How A Farm Becomes Part Of A Community & Vice Versa
When we first broke ground on Hansel Hill Farm, it wasn’t with acres of land or generations of farming behind us. It was just Brian and me—two first-generation farmers, two acres, and a whole lot of heart.
Everything We’ve Learned from Hosting 100+ Birthday Parties & Why We Still Love It
If I had a nickel for everytime I've witnessed someone's first hayride....(it never gets old), I’d have… well, enough to build a second barn.
Hansel Hill Farm Bees Are Buzzing With Purpose
When people visit the farm, they’re usually drawn in by the animals—the goats, the pigs, the chickens. I get it. They’re cute, chaotic, and full of personality. But if you really want to understand the heartbeat of this place, listen closely… not to the clucks or bleats, but to the hum.