The Goatery at Kiawah River

The Goatery at Kiawah River We are a small artisan goat dairy specializing in goat cheeses. We have a a strong passion to bring you the best products.

Burnout is a real thing. It happens to all of us. Even dairy farmers.A few years ago, we were approached about doing a r...
06/12/2026

Burnout is a real thing. It happens to all of us. Even dairy farmers.

A few years ago, we were approached about doing a reality show at the farm. I remember thinking, "In a thousand years, what content could a little dairy farm possibly have?" Well, Hee Haw H@LL...we have enough stories to fuel 14 seasons.

Over the last few months, I've had to take a less visible role at the farm. Between family milestones, high school and college graduations, opening a second farm, and managing a warehouse operation in Ladson, life has been moving fast. Add a little burnout to the mix, and here we are.

The good news? Time away has given me something incredibly valuable: time to reflect, trust the amazing people around me, and think about how we grow from here.

Burnout can feel almost taboo to talk about, especially in farming. Our farm is a little different than most. We travel over an hour each way, spend our days outside in the heat or working in the dairy, and are truly what you would call BOOTS ON THE GROUND.

I'm not sharing this for sympathy. I'm sharing it because burnout and recovery are part of life. Sometimes growth comes from stepping back. It's about letting go of the should haves, could haves, and would haves. It's about returning refreshed, recharged, and ready for what's next.

Working with animals teaches you something important. They depend on us not only for food, care, and shelter, but also for calm. The energy we bring matters. I'm incredibly lucky to have a team that helps ensure our farm remains a place filled with love, patience, and peace.

While I miss seeing everyone as often and definitely miss some of my daily goat cuddle time, I've gained a deeper appreciation for every moment I do get to spend at the farm.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support us, encourage us, and understand that sometimes even the people caring for others need a little time to recharge.

Now, if I could just find something positive to say about this heat... 😂☀️🐐

🐐✨ FAMILY FUN + GOAT CUDDLES = THE PERFECT DAY ✨🐐Looking for something fun to do with the kids or visiting Charleston th...
06/12/2026

🐐✨ FAMILY FUN + GOAT CUDDLES = THE PERFECT DAY ✨🐐
Looking for something fun to do with the kids or visiting Charleston this weekend?

Come spend the day at The Goatery Farm! Meet our friendly goats, feed them their favorite treats, snap adorable photos, and make memories the whole family will love. ❤️

🌿 Feed the goats
📸 Take unforgettable photos
🐐 Meet our playful farm friends
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages

There's nothing quite like seeing a child's face light up when a goat comes running over to say hello!

👇 Tell us in the comments:
Would you rather cuddle a baby goat or feed a giant goat?

📍 The Goatery Farm
📅 Open this weekend
🐐 Come make some new furry friends!

🐐✨ GOAT YOGA AT THE GOATERY ✨🐐Looking for a fun, unforgettable way to relax and laugh? Come join us for Goat Yoga!🧘‍♀️ P...
06/11/2026

🐐✨ GOAT YOGA AT THE GOATERY ✨🐐

Looking for a fun, unforgettable way to relax and laugh? Come join us for Goat Yoga!

🧘‍♀️ Public classes available
🎉 Private classes for birthdays, bachelorette parties, team building, and special events

Our goats are ready to help you find your zen... or at least make you smile! 😄

📩 Message us to book a private class or learn about upcoming public sessions.

Thank you to and for highlighting the incredible farms that make our region so special.We are grateful to be part of a...
05/30/2026

Thank you to and for highlighting the incredible farms that make our region so special.

We are grateful to be part of a community that embraces and supports agritourism. For many farms across the Lowcountry, agritourism plays a vital role in helping preserve family farms, local agriculture, and the traditions that make this area unique.

One of the best ways to experience the beauty, culture, and spirit of the Lowcountry is by visiting a local farm. Whether it's The Goatery or one of the many amazing farms throughout our region, we encourage everyone to get out and explore, connect with the land, and support local agriculture.

Thank you for supporting the farms that help make the Lowcountry such a special place. ❤️🌾🐐

Take a second to read: https://www.postandcourier.com/lowcountryparent/families/fun-on-the-farm-from-goat-yoga-to-u-pick-flowers-lowcountry-farms-offer-unique/article_8e6cbc25-04ee-4cdb-a6c4-64000e816702.html. Additional link in bio!

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05/26/2026

It is all sunshine ☀️ and rainbows 🌈 ! Summer is here and the farm pool is ready for a dip!

05/26/2026

Life and our hearts ❤️❤️❤️ are full at The Goatery!

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything for this country.As the daughter of a wounded ve...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything for this country.
As the daughter of a wounded veteran, I’ve always known how blessed we are that my father came home. So many families were not given that same gift. Many of my friends grew up with an empty seat at the table because someone they loved made the ultimate sacrifice.
Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It’s a reminder of courage, sacrifice, resilience, and gratitude. We honor those who never made it home and the families who carry that loss every single day.
May we never take freedom, family, or sacrifice for granted. ❤️🇺🇸
TheGoatery Gratitude

It’s amazing to think that one tiny creature can have such a massive impact on life here on Earth. Bees pollinate so man...
05/20/2026

It’s amazing to think that one tiny creature can have such a massive impact on life here on Earth. Bees pollinate so many of the fruits, vegetables, flowers, and crops that feed both people and animals. They help ecosystems thrive, support biodiversity, and play a huge role in agriculture and farming around the world. Without pollinators, so much of what we enjoy every day simply wouldn’t exist.
Today also feels like the perfect day to give a huge shoutout to everyone who supported Edisto Honey after the fire. Because of your kindness and generosity, over $7,000 was raised to help support the farm and purchase more bees. 🐝🌎
Mark from Edisto Honey wanted every dollar to go directly toward rebuilding his pollinator population and getting the hives back up and running. That doesn’t just help his farm — it helps local agriculture, our environment, and all of us who depend on healthy ecosystems and thriving farms.
Small acts create big change, just like the bees do every single day. 💛

Thank you to Green Hearts for allowing us to be part of such an incredible event. We’re grateful to work alongside an or...
05/15/2026

Thank you to Green Hearts for allowing us to be part of such an incredible event. We’re grateful to work alongside an organization that pours so much heart into bringing people together, supporting the community, and creating meaningful impact through their work. Events like this are a reminder of how powerful connection, kindness, and collaboration can be, and we feel lucky to stand beside people who care so deeply about making a difference. 💚
Be sure to check out all the amazing things Green Hearts is doing in our community!




Today was a really special day.I got to talk to people I love—even if just for a second—and do the work I’ve been dreami...
05/14/2026

Today was a really special day.
I got to talk to people I love—even if just for a second—and do the work I’ve been dreaming about for the last 50 years of my life.
I never wanted to be on stage. I never wanted to be the boss. I just wanted to do something that leaves the world a little better every week.
This work comes with challenges, but I’m always reminded why we do it.
Look at this picture of a little girl running at the goat 5K—she’s the reason I get up every day. I want to make the world just a tiny bit better for her and for all of you.
We fight through everything so you can have fresh eggs. I lose sleep making sure the milk line is perfect so it passes every regulation. I take every class so I don’t mess up the cheese—because I feed it to my own family.
I’ve never made a dime from the farm. I don’t walk around with pockets full of cash—just the dollar bills from the egg box before they go to the bank.
We come together because we want you to have a better life.
So when I see a picture like this, it reminds me: push through the hard days, embrace the good ones, and appreciate the quiet when it comes.
Small farms matter.

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3883 Betsy Kerrison Parkway
Johns Island, SC
29455

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