A Brief History Of Promised Land Farm

Years ago Jim and Nancy Whelan, a Rough Collie named Brody and an Australian Shepard named Taffy had a dream.

Nancy and Brody had for years traveled many miles to learn the task of herding sheep and to attend dog trials, which would show off the skills that Brody had learned. By this time the Taffy had considered herself semi retired and other than a real hate for the grooming brush she simply enjoyed sharing the family dream.

The family dream was to own a small farm, perhaps five to ten acres with a few sheep to practice the skills of a herding dog. The family had looked at many places, drove many miles and talked with many realtors in the hopes that they could fulfill this dream.

After almost giving up on the dream, the family turned to God and asked for his help in finding the right place. Soon thereafter God answered the prayer and this farm seemed to walk right into the family's sight. After many months of negotiations, several serious visitations and much prayer, the farm became home for this family of "four." Thus the name, "Promised Land Farm."

It wasn't long before ten sheep started grazing the pastures (some are still here) and several chickens followed those. Now the flock of sheep has grown to almost fifty, a wonderful herd of goats share the pastures and numerous other "critters" enjoy God's gift to this family. And don't be surprised if you see a goose roaming with the sheep.

Brody and Taffy have since been laid to rest in the yard they called home for several years. Four other dogs are attempting to follow their footsteps.

The turkey sales came as a way to share Thanksgiving, and this lovely farm, with other people of all ages. Many Thanksgiving turkeys grace the pastures of this farm during the summer and give this family months of enjoyment (and work). We hope you enjoy your visit to the farm as much as we enjoy having you here with us.

The turkey day sale is a family event and we invite all of our customers to come with their family to pick out their turkey, see how it was raised and meet the other critters on the farm. We hope this will be an annual event for families similar to picking out a family Christmas tree.

~The Whelan Family