{"id":35,"date":"2026-01-04T05:28:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T05:28:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crazycowfarmadventure.com\/?page_id=35"},"modified":"2026-03-11T02:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T02:56:08","slug":"the-farm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/crazycowfarmadventure.com\/?page_id=35","title":{"rendered":"About The Farm"},"content":{"rendered":"

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About the Farm<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The story of Crazy Cow Farm Adventure began long before cattle grazed these fields. It began across the ocean in England and Wales, where farming, faith, and family shaped generations of the Waldron and Roderick families. In 1855, the Waldron family became some of the first settlers in the Malad Valley, with deep roots later taking hold in Samaria, Idaho, where English and Welsh farming traditions came together.<\/span><\/p>

For generations, the Waldrons farmed this land – clearing fields, raising livestock, and passing farms on to their children. Stories of hardship, perseverance, and pride were shared from grandparents to grandchildren, teaching that farming is not just work, but a way of life. Today, more than five generations later, the Waldron family still farms here.<\/span><\/p>

Crazy Cow Farm Adventure exists to honor that heritage by living it and sharing it. In a world where many children never experience farm life, this farm opens its gates so families can slow down, meet animals, and understand where food, responsibility, and connection truly begin.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Our Story<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Crazy Cow Farm Adventure is built on land with deep roots and a long memory. Our farm consists of 640 acres, much of which was originally homesteaded by members of the Waldron family. For generations, this land has been worked, cared for, and respected, not just as property, but as a way of life. We take great pride in continuing the farming tradition here and in sharing that life with others.<\/span><\/p>

From the time Luke and Shayna Waldron were married in 1998, they shared a vision: to create a warm, welcoming place on the farm where family, friends, and guests could gather. What began as simply inviting people to visit, help feed animals, and spend time together slowly grew into something more intentional. By the early 2000s, the Waldrons were already practicing agritourism, long before it had a name, opening their farm to others because they believed farm life was something worth experiencing and preserving.<\/span><\/p>

In 2005, Luke and Shayna officially opened their farm to the public. Since then, they have welcomed school groups, family reunions, weddings, and visitors from near and far. Some guests came just for the day; others stayed overnight in a guest cabin, a trailer, or a tent, waking up to animals, fresh air, and the rhythms of farm life. Sharing the farm in this way has brought deep joy and purpose to the Waldron family, reinforcing their belief that time on the land, especially with animals, has a way of grounding people and bringing them together.<\/span><\/p>

Today, Crazy Cow Farm Adventure continues that vision. Agritourism takes place on a portion of the working farm, thoughtfully balanced with daily agricultural life. The goal has never been to create something flashy or rushed, but rather a place where people can slow down, reconnect, and experience a way of life that is increasingly rare. For the Waldrons, this is about honoring the land, preserving the small family farm, and making sure future generations, both their own children and visiting families, have the chance to experience what farm life can teach.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Lambing season has began Luke and Nic checking out the newest arrivals Dec 25 2025<\/a><\/div><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Luke with the Goose Oct 2023<\/a><\/div><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Luke doing whatever it takes to keep a calf warm Dec 2025<\/a><\/div><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Luke and Nic out with new born lambs Dec 25 2025<\/a><\/div><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>
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Nic and baby doll sheep January 2026<\/a><\/div><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>
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\u00a0A Few Milestones Along the Way…<\/h4>
  • 2000 \u2013 Luke & Shayna begin hosting friends and families to visit the farm and feed animals<\/span><\/li>
  • 2005 \u2013 Farm opens to the public; first school group tours hosted<\/li>
  • 2009 \u2013 First farm wedding reception held (complete with chickens wearing bow ties)<\/li>
  • 2010 \u2013 First large family reunion hosted on the farm<\/li><\/ul>
    • 2012 – Homestead Cabin opened to guests<\/li><\/ul>
      • 2018 \u2013 First vintage trailer purchased and offered as a farm stay<\/span><\/li>
      • 2020 \u2013 Second trailer added<\/li>
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        \u201cAmerica was built on the back of the small family farm and ranch – a fading tradition in our 21st-century culture. There is an opportunity to share a vital piece of our heritage through farm stays, providing a retreat for some and an education for others, but always a reconnection with the land and the story of our forebears.\u201d<\/span>
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        That belief captures why Crazy Cow Farm Adventure exists. For Luke and Shayna, agritourism isn\u2019t about turning the farm into something it isn\u2019t – it\u2019s about opening the gate and inviting others into a life they love. A life rooted in animals, land, family, and heritage. A life worth sharing.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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        About the Farm The story of Crazy Cow Farm Adventure began long before cattle grazed these fields. It began across the ocean in England and Wales, where farming, faith, and family shaped generations of the Waldron and Roderick families. In 1855, the Waldron family became some of the first settlers in the Malad Valley, with deep roots later taking hold in Samaria, Idaho, where English and Welsh farming traditions came together. For generations, the Waldrons farmed this land – clearing fields, raising livestock, and passing farms on to their children. Stories of hardship, perseverance, and pride were shared from grandparents to grandchildren, teaching that farming is not just work, but a way of life. Today, more than five generations later, the Waldron family still farms here. Crazy Cow Farm Adventure exists to honor that heritage by living it and sharing it. In a world where many children never experience farm life, this farm opens its gates so families can slow down, meet animals, and understand where food, responsibility, and connection truly begin. Read Our Full Farm History Our Story Crazy Cow Farm Adventure is built on land with deep roots and a long memory. Our farm consists of 640 acres, much of which was originally homesteaded by members of the Waldron family. For generations, this land has been worked, cared for, and respected, not just as property, but as a way of life. We take great pride in continuing the farming tradition here and in sharing that life with others. From the time Luke and Shayna Waldron were married in 1998, they shared a vision: to create a warm, welcoming place on the farm where family, friends, and guests could gather. What began as simply inviting people to visit, help feed animals, and spend time together slowly grew into something more intentional. By the early 2000s, the Waldrons were already practicing agritourism, long before it had a name, opening their farm to others because they believed farm life was something worth experiencing and preserving. In 2005, Luke and Shayna officially opened their farm to the public. Since then, they have welcomed school groups, family reunions, weddings, and visitors from near and far. Some guests came just for the day; others stayed overnight in a guest cabin, a trailer, or a tent, waking up to animals, fresh air, and the rhythms of farm life. Sharing the farm in this way has brought deep joy and purpose to the Waldron family, reinforcing their belief that time on the land, especially with animals, has a way of grounding people and bringing them together. Today, Crazy Cow Farm Adventure continues that vision. Agritourism takes place on a portion of the working farm, thoughtfully balanced with daily agricultural life. The goal has never been to create something flashy or rushed, but rather a place where people can slow down, reconnect, and experience a way of life that is increasingly rare. For the Waldrons, this is about honoring the land, preserving the small family farm, and making sure future generations, both their own children and visiting families, have the chance to experience what farm life can teach. Nic and baby goat kissing him 2024 Ashby Family-068 Lambing season has began Luke and Nic checking out the newest arrivals Dec 25 2025 Luke with the Goose Oct 2023 Luke doing whatever it takes to keep a calf warm Dec 2025 Luke and Nic out with new born lambs Dec 25 2025 Nic and baby doll sheep January 2026 Our daugher Addie and one of her beautiful steers \u00a0A Few Milestones Along the Way… 2000 \u2013 Luke & Shayna begin hosting friends and families to visit the farm and feed animals 2005 \u2013 Farm opens to the public; first school group tours hosted 2009 \u2013 First farm wedding reception held (complete with chickens wearing bow ties) 2010 \u2013 First large family reunion hosted on the farm 2012 – Homestead Cabin opened to guests 2018 \u2013 First vintage trailer purchased and offered as a farm stay 2020 \u2013 Second trailer added 2021 \u2013 Two additional vintage trailers purchased and restored, expanding farm stays Why Farms Matter \u201cAmerica was built on the back of the small family farm and ranch – a fading tradition in our 21st-century culture. There is an opportunity to share a vital piece of our heritage through farm stays, providing a retreat for some and an education for others, but always a reconnection with the land and the story of our forebears.\u201d– Scottie Jones, Farm Stay U.S. That belief captures why Crazy Cow Farm Adventure exists. For Luke and Shayna, agritourism isn\u2019t about turning the farm into something it isn\u2019t – it\u2019s about opening the gate and inviting others into a life they love. A life rooted in animals, land, family, and heritage. A life worth sharing. 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