Help Raise the Roof at Taylor Farm!
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There have been times at Taylor Farm when “raising the roof” meant stomping your feet at a summer barn dance. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case right now. After the heavy snow and then rain of February 16-17, we had a partial barn collapse here at Taylor Farm. After much contemplation, I am humbly asking for financial support to make necessary repairs and improvements to this and the adjoining barn which provide shelter to our animals and give cover to farm equipment and materials.
Most importantly, no people or animals were hurt in this destruction. We purposely keep the animals under the most structurally sound portion of the building. But we do need to rebuild, repair, and fortify the entire structure as it is all essential to our work on the farm.
Many of you know my story… I came to work on Taylor Farm in 1975 as a teenager and eventually came to own a portion of the property. Even in those days, farming was a challenging business but I chose this occupation, not for the money but for my family, the love of the land, my animals, and for the benefit of my community.
We have milked cows here, made cheese, given farm tours, sleigh rides, grew gardens and even experimented with growing hemp. Over the years, literally thousands of people have visited the farm and learned from our experiences here. Many people have even stayed on for internships or full time employment. We have welcomed everyone providing food, music, education, housing and above all, Love!
Time and time again, I hear people say “This place is Magical!” Unfortunately, as magical as it may be, we still struggle to make ends meet and when we have a catastrophe, such as a barn collapse, we have to appeal to friends and neighbors for help.
Your contributions, large or small, will help to sustain this wonderful piece of our local community. Thank you for all your support and generosity! As always, you are welcome to visit at any time to see our progress in the New Year!
Farmer Jon Wright and Family
For more about Taylor Farm in Londonderry, Vermont, visit www.taylorfarmvt.com.
Most importantly, no people or animals were hurt in this destruction. We purposely keep the animals under the most structurally sound portion of the building. But we do need to rebuild, repair, and fortify the entire structure as it is all essential to our work on the farm.
Many of you know my story… I came to work on Taylor Farm in 1975 as a teenager and eventually came to own a portion of the property. Even in those days, farming was a challenging business but I chose this occupation, not for the money but for my family, the love of the land, my animals, and for the benefit of my community.
We have milked cows here, made cheese, given farm tours, sleigh rides, grew gardens and even experimented with growing hemp. Over the years, literally thousands of people have visited the farm and learned from our experiences here. Many people have even stayed on for internships or full time employment. We have welcomed everyone providing food, music, education, housing and above all, Love!
Time and time again, I hear people say “This place is Magical!” Unfortunately, as magical as it may be, we still struggle to make ends meet and when we have a catastrophe, such as a barn collapse, we have to appeal to friends and neighbors for help.
Your contributions, large or small, will help to sustain this wonderful piece of our local community. Thank you for all your support and generosity! As always, you are welcome to visit at any time to see our progress in the New Year!
Farmer Jon Wright and Family
For more about Taylor Farm in Londonderry, Vermont, visit www.taylorfarmvt.com.
Organizer
Jon Wright
Organizer
Londonderry, VT