Rosemary Jedel Graff-- Farm Manager, Teacher
Wife, mom of two, close friend and mother hen to sooo many. :)
I love...
... being called Farmer Rosemary, Miss Rosemary, the Chicken Lady
... the warm hug of a child
... sharing the farm with families, horse lovers, animal lovers, kids of all ages
... letting children experience up close and personal relationships with animals
... showing kids that 'work' can be fun (and necessary)
... critters, two and four legged alike
... modeling kindness, good manners, listening, love and connection
... allowing children to discover and explore their passions
... child-led free form play
... fostering respect for the natural word
... watching confidence grow through relationship with horses and other farm friends
... learning from people, especially small ones
... creating community through cooperatives: gardening co-op, preschool co-op, chicken co-op
In addition to my role as "Farmer" I'm also an English teacher, with degrees in Linguistics and English. I also served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a Korean linguist--I have a strong love of words, different cultures and languages.
Some articles about Rosemary's work in the community:
http://rhythmofthehome.com/2012/11/a-cooperative-farm-experience/
http://farmingfortcollins.com/farmer-profile-rosemary-jedel-graff-of-laughing-buck-farm/
Natalie--Barn Manager, Riding Instructor
Hello everyone! My name is Natalie and I’m currently a junior at Colorado State University. I’m majoring in English with a concentration in creative writing and plan to make my living writing books. I got on a horse for the first time when I was two years old, and the passion and love for these amazing creatures has been with me ever since. I started helping out at Laughing Buck Farm late fall of last year, and I haven’t left since!
I’ve been very fortunate as to have been offered the job of barn manager here, and I have already learned so much. Everyone associated with Laughing Buck is absolutely wonderful, and I look forward to meeting more people and learning all that I can while I am here.
Hope to see you at Laughing Buck Farm!
I’ve been very fortunate as to have been offered the job of barn manager here, and I have already learned so much. Everyone associated with Laughing Buck is absolutely wonderful, and I look forward to meeting more people and learning all that I can while I am here.
Hope to see you at Laughing Buck Farm!
KD-- Riding Instructor
I am a student at CSU studying Animal Science in hopes of attending vet school. My two greatest passions are kids and horses, which is why I am so excited to be a part of Laughing Buck Farm! These passions landed me a job at an amazing horse camp where I learned most of my teaching philosophies. Since then I have sought every opportunity I can to make myself a better instructor.
If I could describe what I want to accomplish with my life it would be to positively impact everyone I meet, whether that be giving a child a reason to laugh, helping someone reach their goals, or simply bringing joy into the lives of everyone around me.
If I could describe what I want to accomplish with my life it would be to positively impact everyone I meet, whether that be giving a child a reason to laugh, helping someone reach their goals, or simply bringing joy into the lives of everyone around me.
Angela--Farm School Teacher
In addition to being an awesome teacher at Laughing Buck Farm, with her hands deep in the soil and her heart filled with love for the kids, the animals and the land, Angela goes by a few other names. :)
Mama--first and foremost, committed mom to an energetic, critter-loving 4 year old, and a creative and and loving 7 year old
Garden Goddess-- studied horticulture with landscape and garden design, worked in kitchen garden in Oxford, England
Henna Artist-- gifted henna creation and design at Henna by Angela and Honor the Journey
Tribe Mama --founder of Northern Colorado Nature Tribe
Moon Tracker--studying and applying biodynamic gardening at Laughing Buck Farm
Some articles about Angela's work in the community:
Creating Community in Nature with the Northern Colorado Nature Tribe
Making Special Moments with Henna
http://nocobirthphotography.com/jennys-henna-and-maternity-session-%E2%80%A2-cheyenne-photographer/
Mama--first and foremost, committed mom to an energetic, critter-loving 4 year old, and a creative and and loving 7 year old
Garden Goddess-- studied horticulture with landscape and garden design, worked in kitchen garden in Oxford, England
Henna Artist-- gifted henna creation and design at Henna by Angela and Honor the Journey
Tribe Mama --founder of Northern Colorado Nature Tribe
Moon Tracker--studying and applying biodynamic gardening at Laughing Buck Farm
Some articles about Angela's work in the community:
Creating Community in Nature with the Northern Colorado Nature Tribe
Making Special Moments with Henna
http://nocobirthphotography.com/jennys-henna-and-maternity-session-%E2%80%A2-cheyenne-photographer/
Kelly--Farm School Teacher
I've been delighted to work with children for over 20 years. I've taught preschool in Vail, CO, Black Hawk, CO, Richmond, IN, Fort Wayne, IN, South Bass Island, OH, and Londonderry, Northern Ireland. I've also been a counselor at Nature Camp on Middle Bass Island, OH, as well as After School Program Leader at Wild Bear Center for Nature Discovery in Nederland, CO. I led school groups at Kilcranny House in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, focusing on environmental awareness and conflict resolution.
Other experience includes Art Club instructor, nanny, mommy & me groups, Arts and Crafts Coordinator for the Vail Chamber of Commerce at several festivals, and lots of baby-sitting. After settling in Fort Collins, I created a home preschool program, Noco Learning Tree.
I've also worked on farms in the midwest growing up, and as a kennel supervisor in Eagle-Vail. I am excited to join the farm school staff at Laughing Buck Farm, and to share this rich experience with my energetic 4-year-old son, Logan.
Other experience includes Art Club instructor, nanny, mommy & me groups, Arts and Crafts Coordinator for the Vail Chamber of Commerce at several festivals, and lots of baby-sitting. After settling in Fort Collins, I created a home preschool program, Noco Learning Tree.
I've also worked on farms in the midwest growing up, and as a kennel supervisor in Eagle-Vail. I am excited to join the farm school staff at Laughing Buck Farm, and to share this rich experience with my energetic 4-year-old son, Logan.