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When the farmers are away, the cows will escape!Recently Fernhollow farm installed cameras throughout the farm. Yesterda...
04/06/2026

When the farmers are away, the cows will escape!

Recently Fernhollow farm installed cameras throughout the farm.
Yesterday our phones kept alerting activity around the farmstand while we were off Island. Not unusual to be busy on a holiday Sunday.
We didn’t check the cameras until we were waiting at the Ferry terminal. “Holy Highland,” Dan exclaimed, “the cows are out!” And indeed, they were, happily munching and pooping all in the near vicinity of the barn.
A friend came and closed the front gates so they could not get on to the road.
When we returned, there they all were, just hanging out. Such sweethearts, with no fuss at all I walked them back into the field as Dan fetched them a treat from the barn.

They are all back where they belong now.

So, if you came up when the big moos were out, or the gates were closed, it is all good now. Farmers and cows are all back where they belong.

Yes, with regret we installed cameras. The farmstand is self-serve and there are some that misuse that hospitality, hence the cameras. The added security keeps us all safer, I’ll write a book about some of the antics that have occurred when we retire!

Thank you to all who visit the farm and farmstand-you rock our world!

So Today I am in the big city. Christmas shopping. I was looking for a gift basket. Finally found one that looked like i...
12/04/2025

So Today I am in the big city. Christmas shopping. I was looking for a gift basket. Finally found one that looked like it had something in it. Perfect. I picked it up…..$99.99!! For de nada and a plate (I always feel guilty about my prices, but I am telling you now-run, run fast, to the farmstand to pick up hostess gifts, gift-gifts, and stocking stuffers-get lots, they are a good deal!
I grew the produce, canned within a day of harvest, it is fresh, beautiful and award winning!
Here the lowdown on some of what is in the Barn.

Gift boxes, jam, or jellies wrapped up and ready to gift-$10.00 and $15.00. The best gift is a consumable gift!
Sundrop Salsa- This is just the best Salsa! I had an amazing crop of tomatoes and peppers in my new, small greenhouse. I grew gorgeous poblano peppers this year, they look so nice in the salsa. Sundrop Salsa is marked medium heat but is quite mild. I served this at happy hour one evening; a guest came back the next day to pick up a case! A nice compliment.
Fir Tip Jelly- I gather fir tips in the spring, make an infusion with them, and turn that into jelly. Fir tip jelly has a mild lemony flavour and is high in vitamin C that would pair well with cheese, meat, or bread. It is claimed to be extremely high in Vitamin C. Fernhollow Fir tip jelly won first place at the Fall Fair - and a rosette!
Cowboy Candy – these are screamin hot candied peppers. (disclaimer: does not come with or attract cowboys). It looks pretty too. Eat the peppers-brush the liquid left on, bacon, brie or ham.
Farmhouse Scrubbies - I have shot myself in the foot with a scrubby. I had decided not to make any this year (or ever) until my son said, “Mom I need more scrubbies-they are the best thing ever!” My husband cannot wash dishes without one, I would not want to put a damper on that! Oh well, crocheting scrubbies kept me out of trouble on the ferry, and I admit I love to use them too. Scrubbies wash dishes, scrub vegetables, clean counters, burnish bathtubs and exfoliate skin! They are long-lasting and can be washed in the dishwasher or washer. Small but Mighty!
Get Growing Book- Loaded with information on growing food in the Pacific Northwest and written and printed on Mayne Island! I get rave reviews from gardeners who love this book-I love this book! There are 2 small Kelpman liquid fertilizers, that’s it until spring so if you are overwintering plants or have house plants, come and get them!
There is more, but I will leave that for later. When I return- I am making gift baskets! Stay tuned-they will be under$99.99.

540- Fernhill Road. The farmstand is open 24/7. Payment is cash or e-transfer.

Trees, Trees, Trees!Fernhollow Farm has trees! Douglas and Noble fir are lined up along the driveway at 540 Fernhill Roa...
12/01/2025

Trees, Trees, Trees!
Fernhollow Farm has trees! Douglas and Noble fir are lined up along the driveway at 540 Fernhill Road. Freshly cut by the Mayne Island Firefighters Association. Trees are harvested to keep an emergency access road clear.
Come and select a tree, payment by donation, all proceeds to Mayne Island charities through the Mayne Island Firefighters Association. Please Give Generously Suggested Donation: $25.00
etransfer to [email protected] or cash in one of the containers along the fence.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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