Lucky Star Farm

08/07/2026

Dear Friends,

Happy Summer!

I thought that it might be useful to update the many new followers of our page about Lucky Star Farm.

Our farm, is but a clearing in the middle of the forest. The land on which we live has for all practical purposes; @@@ human life well before settlers came to the Ozarks. The south facing slope makes winter days a little warmer and the nearby creek provides water and at one time, fish.

We are aware that we are infringing upon the wildlife and we strive as much as we can to have minimal impact. However the songbirds that love open meadows and the pollinators that feast in our garden are very happy with our presence.

Our farm uses organic, sustainable, and permaculture practices. We work hard to nurture our soil by using cover crops so that vegetation is always growing. This helps to increase the organic matter and provide habitat for soil micro-organisms.
We also produce and use a lot of compost; in addition we harvest leaves and grass clippings to use as mulch.

Our farm feeds us very well and our grocery store is but a walk to the garden or the pantry.

Our livestock is protected by sturdy buildings and fencing to keep the predators away.
Our predators include bear, boar, coyotes and bobcats on the larger side as well as possums, skunks, and raccoon. Occasionally, there are sitings of Mountain Lions in the area though we have not seen any evidence on the farm.

Farmland Security consists of Great Pyrenees who do their best to warn away any of the nearby varmints. They bark, growl and howl; sometimes sending shivers up my spine. What is so awesome about these dogs, is that they are very effective and over 15 years you can count the death of any intruders on a few fingers.

I hope this short note is informative but if anyone wants a long discussion on crop and soil science; feel free to ask!

07/11/2026

Oh Summer!

07/07/2026

Summer is in full bloom at the farm!

06/13/2026

This mornings adventure and other stories:

It was 6AM. I was outside with 41/2 month old Hercules; feeding the cats and letting the chickens out from the coop. Just as I finished and was returning to the house; we heard a cry. Hercules barked. My first thought that it was some kind of bird but then I realized that it was a fawn in distress. It sounded like it was in the woods beyond our driveway. The other dogs barked as well but soon stopped. Fifteen minutes later, everyone barked and our 10 yr old male and 3 yr old female ran into the woods beyond our workshop. They returned shortly but I suspected foul play as far as the fawn is concerned.
Shortly afterwards the 4 Pyrs and I began our morning walk along the perimeter of the farm. It was uneventful until we looped around the farm and wound up in the woods behind the workshop. Suddenly, they all picked up a scent. Jockamo ran in one direction while the two girls went into another; leaving young Hercules and I to continue our walk. We reached the bottom of the trail about the same time as the girls. Usually when I say: let's go this way!, they follow. Not this time. I was concerned about them finding a high value treat.
Let me mention that our 12 yr old, has awesome instincts. I enjoyed and respected her for the past 12 yrs. Three yrs ago, we brought home a female pup for her to mentor. Which she did but I was not aware of the female problems and we've had some.
Mostly it goes quite well and they have an affectionate bond. I'm very proud of them despite having received a few bites in the past protecting Stella.
In any case, the obvious fear was an issue over the prey/ treat. Stella still has game and she found the remains of the fawn. She picked it up to bring back to the house. A potential for chaos with 4 dogs!
I was able to get the boys easily into the house with a milkbone. It took a dried chicken foot to lure Tipitina away.
Stella was able to eat in peace. Afterwards, the remains were put into the burn barrel.

Back to the fawn and the coyote. The assumption is that the coyote ran off with the other half of the fawn. The dogs had picked up the scent about 1/8 of a mile from the kill. Stella was able to trace it back to where it happened.
Just another day on the farm.

05/07/2026

Lucky Star Handmade is the little engine that could! Congratulations!

Lucky Star Handmade has been named one of the Top 3 Art Galleries in Arkansas in AY Magazine’s Best of 2026—and honestly, we’re somewhere between over the moon, head in the stars, and feeling pretty lucky.

Who would’ve thought a bold little gathering place for art, music, handmade work, and creative energy in the Ozarks would end up here? Then again… maybe that’s exactly what happens when artists, volunteers, dreamers, and a whole lot of community heart come together.

This recognition belongs to every artist who trusted us with their work, every musician who filled our rooms with sound, every volunteer who kept the wheels turning, every customer who chose handmade, and every person who believes that art can help transform a small town and bring a community to life.
And to all of you who voted for Handmade—thank you, thank you, thank you!

We feel lucky. We feel grateful. And we’re just getting started.

05/01/2026

Look what I found growing in the garden!

04/21/2026

Long days in the garden,
Cool nights
And good company!

03/28/2026

The Buffalo National River is an International Dark Sky Park and Marion County has some of the last remaining dark night skies remaining in the Central/Eastern half of the United States? Aren't we lucky! This beautiful photo of the night sky over the Buffalo National River is by Kevin Reavis.

03/26/2026

Join us in welcoming our newest recruit to Farmland Security: Hercules (to the rescue!). He will be mentored by three awesome Great Pyrenees: 12-year-old Stella, 10-year-old Jockamo, and 3-year-old Tipitina.

01/23/2026

Storm prep at the farm means moving the sheep to more protected ground. Turns out sheep are NOT fans of make shift leashes. But they are very enthusiastic about the snack in Michelle’s bucket. A little food persuasion, a short stroll, and Romulus and Remus happily followed David, Brad and Michelle to the barn. Enjoy your cozy temporary digs boys!
Stay safe everyone, and enjoy the snow!