Charity’s Hope Family Farm Resort

12/01/2023

This is why I don’t cook!

12/01/2023

Peek a boo!!!

Baby chicks just make life better.

After a long hard day, seeing these little cuties just make everything better🥰

The cycle of life is fascinating!

12/01/2023

I’m a grandma!!!! My first broody hens have chicks that hatched. I had to move them inside a barn with heat plate so they wouldn’t freeze. I had to pick the mommas up with the hay and eggs still under them. I didn’t want them to abandon the babies if I had my hands all over them.

Surprisingly, they let me touch the eggs and hatched chicks and put them back under them.

I set them up with food, water, alpaca fiber for warmth, and heat source. I introduced their beaks to water and momma hens DID NOT reject them afterwards.

Afterall, I raised these hens from hatchlings and they imprinted on me last February. I guess now they trust me with my grandbabies😁

Everyone looks healthy and happy. Awaiting more chicks to hatch!

11/30/2023

From recognizing the early signs of illness to administering proper care and seeking veterinary assistance, this guide offers a holistic approach to ensuring the well-being of your farm animals.

Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or new to the rural lifestyle, understanding how to effectively manage animal health is fundamental to maintaining a thriving and humane agricultural environment.

From recognizing the early signs of illness to seeking veterinary assistance, this guide details how to handle sick animals on the farm.

11/30/2023

Agritourism is a unique mix of farming and tourism that gives tourists a relaxing break and gives farmers a way to make money.

But getting into this sector comes with a range of risks and liabilities that can be scary for newcomers.

This guide aims to explain the complexities of risk management and liability in agritourism.

Agritourism, a mix of farming and tourism, helps farmers earn money. This article details risk management and liability in agritourism.

11/28/2023

HEY DEAR!!!
Moo-ve over, fashion mags! 🐄📚 Our bovine buddies are all about that 'Cattlelog' life. Keeping up with the herd in style! 😄👢

🐮📖 Grazing through the latest 'Cattlelog' for some pasture-perfect reads! From moo-sic to fashion, these cows know how to stay hoof-tastically informed. 🎶👗
Join the herd and let's have a mooo-velous time! 🌾🤠

11/28/2023

Seeking opinions:

When is it best to wean cows from bottle feeding?🤓🧐

I’ve read and heard conflicting things from various sources including the vet. I still like to hear from other farms.

11/28/2023

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Latoya Stallings-cofield, Dena Wallace, Ayanna Shelton, Patricia Robey Flesher, Nicole Bruno

11/25/2023

It’s looking pretty good…

11/25/2023

Come join us!

Https://furry-friendsgiving.eventbrite.com

11/25/2023

Indeed😂

Good morning
~Bebe

11/25/2023

OPERATION ALPACA SHELTER almost complete! It ain’t pretty but it’s a start!

I need ideas on how to make my DIY Pinterest disaster cute!!

Do I finish it with:

Paint
Siding
Shingles
Tin
???

I know I’m going to hate it every time I see it until it’s replaced with something pretty😩😫

11/25/2023

Our vacuum cleaners get lured into the pasture using food by the kids…

Then Angelica steps in some bull💩!!😂🤣😂

Good times on the farm with family!

11/25/2023

This guy used to fit in the palm of my hand!

11/25/2023

So what’s the deal with these Flemish Giant Rabbits? Are they really this big!?! 😳😳

11/24/2023

Come out tomorrow for the last day of Furry-Friendsgiving! Bring the family and enjoy the farm and special attractions we have!

Come see the progress with our farm journey!

Children under 3 are FREE!

Get your tickets today. Limited slots:

https://furry-friendsgiving.eventbrite.com

11/24/2023

Ace and Captain Win Everett do NOT like Wilbur and Charlotte visiting their pasture!

11/22/2023

Progress for the girls!! Yay!!!

11/22/2023

Alright yall😀 Operation Alpaca Shelter is in full effect TODAY! We can do this! 💪💪Our girls need it and have waited long enough. No more excuses!

Madmax Cubano to the rescue!! Here is a picture of what me and my husband were trying to create with the wood pallets as the frame and wood panels to block wind. For finishing, I considered vinyl siding and shingled roof but not sure how economical that would be.

For now, functionality is the priority. I can jazz it up later.

I want it 4-sided with an opening for them to come and go easily. It gets windy in the valley so I figure it’s best to do all 4 sides. Must be sturdy because the valley gets some very strong wind gusts.

11/22/2023

Well they sure make it sound delightful in this video!

Thank goodness it’s just drizzling now. The heavier rain is done🙌🙌

Me and the family will gather them and put them in the barn if their fiber needs to dry before the temperature drops.

11/22/2023

A concerned neighbor messaged me tonight. I didn’t love the delivery but I agree with some of what she is saying.

I did reply stating that my husband and I need to get an extra set of hands to finish that shelter.

Yes, I was able to create new habitats for new rescues. I was able to create their habitats by myself because it didn’t require brute strength and carpentry skills beyond my ability. The alpaca shelter’s roof requires a couple extra set of hands.

The community has been contacting me asking me if I can take their animals in. I was happy to oblige. But…this concerned neighbor is right about me not needing to take in any more.

Our farm family feels complete so we will not be taking in any more animals. We are going to pour into the ones we have and continue our journey.

We need to prepare for winter and take the community up on their offers to help on the farm. Many of you have expressed interest in volunteering on the farm. I am ready to accept that help. I honestly don’t like asking for help but my pride means less than the needs of these animals.

YES…I NEED HELP😅 Please message me if you are a handyman. I am willing to pay. It has been hard to find good help for those things.

I cannot wait for hubby. He is too busy. I need this done before the next rain. Fortunately, it’s not that cold and windy. We must remember that alpacas originated in the Andes mountains of Peru. They are resilient. We want them comfortable abd treated well regardless.

Here is the message from the concerned neighbor…

“I am trying to tread carefully and not come across in a manner in which I can not take pride in . However you have asked folks to message you directly if there is a problem and not take to social media without coming to you first, so I am doing just that . I am very disappointed at what I see when I drive by your place daily . You have taken great pride in telling the community that you are on a “farm journey” and promoting the fact that you have rescued senior animals in hopes to let them live out their days with you . However it is clear that you do not seem to be bothered with doing minimal research on the animals you resume . Surely if you did, when the public was upset recently and you claimed to be “building a structure” for the alpacas then that shelter would take priority over rescuing more animals and building them habitats when the ones you have are not cared for properly . A quick search on google told me that alpacas do not like the rain and if exposed without shelter to rainy cold weather it could be deadly . And here I drive by your establishment today to see all the alpacas standing in the rain with a pathetic “shelter” that does not even have a roof . They should get yo choose if they want to be in a shelter or not . I’m sorry but this is cruel and not the way any animal should live let alone a senior rescue . You are trying to establish yourself in a small community who love our animals . You have paraded your animals across your property and have invited the public scrutiny. This really is just unacceptable to me and I can assure you I’m not the only one with these feelings . The community would support you and your endeavor however you continue to add to your property without first taking care of what you have. For this reason you don’t have my support and I feel sad for the animals in your care . Again I’ve held my tongue and did not post this publicly so I hope you appreciate that . I really hope you can read this with an open mind . Possibly you have bit off more than you can handle and it takes a humble person to admit they have and ask for help . For the animals sale I hope you do .”

11/21/2023

Are you a farmer?

Do you want to organize a successful harvest festival for your farm?

Check out this article for details!

Discover successful harvest festival steps, including activities, vendors, community involvement, and produce showcase.

11/21/2023

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Patricia Robey Flesher, Kyle Rollins, Sharon Snipes

11/20/2023

Rural tourism has excellent and transformative effects on everything from job development and money generation to cultural identity preservation and environmental conservation.

This blog examines the many advantages that rural tourism has for regional economies and communities.

Read this article via the link below!

Explore rural tourism, its benefits, economic growth, cultural heritage, employment opportunities, and environmental conservation.

11/20/2023

Caption this…

11/19/2023

🦝😍🦨

11/19/2023

Then I’m straight!😊

11/18/2023

Had a blast today at Day 1 of our 1st Annual Furry-Friendsgiving event on the farm.

Had a good turnout!

If you missed it, no worries…we’re doing it again next Saturday for one last day of Furry-friendsgiving.

Get your tickets here:

https://furry-friendsgiving.eventbrite.com

11/18/2023

Today’s the day!

11/17/2023

With Finns Fierce Fight – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

11/17/2023

Neat-o!!

11/17/2023

The mystery rescue revealed!!!!

A gift to my husband who said he wanted one. I make it happen!

Just finished the habitat. 5 heavy bags of top soil, 2 heavier bags of sand, straw, hay, heat and UV bulb in lamp w/ stand, 300 gallon stock tank, a 5 gallon bucket, food dish, water dish, frig for veggies, heater, fire extinguisher, and “spa.”

I drove to Baltimore to rescue this 5-year-old African Sulcata tortoise. The adoption process was fairly robust. These are an endangered species. They get huge.

We’re calling it Turbo!🥰

The Mid-Atlantic Turtle and Tortoise Society is a wonderful organization. I now have a mentor there that will help me do right by this little one.

11/16/2023

Oasis at Charity's Hope Farm Resort