Meet the Farmers
Scott Laeser
A Wisconsin native, Scott has long been interested in food, the environment, and conservation policy. At the farm, he combines these interests while playing in the dirt. He started conservation work in the area a decade ago through his undergraduate research thesis, studying restoration efforts on the stream running through the farm. Scott also works to protect clean water through his complimentary nonprofit work.
Where to find him when he's not farming: In the mountains, out on the water, or exploring the birds, native plants, and animals around the farm
Favorite cheese: aged cheddar
Special cooking powers: butternut squash enchiladas and kale chips
Chelsea Chandler
Chelsea grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, and has bounced around from the Northwest, Northeast, and abroad before settling in to Wisconsin. She has a background in climate science and environmental policy, and also works for a nonprofit advocating for climate solutions. Chelsea enjoys pairing this more abstract work with the tangible and rewarding task of growing food that is good for people and the environment. She's enthusiastic about empowering local communities to adopt healthier and more sustainable lifestyles.
Where to find her when she's not farming: playing with the farm kids and mascot, kayaking, traveling, reading, crunching numbers in spreadsheets, trying out new recipes, and canning
Favorite cheese: manchego
Special cooking powers: patatas bravas, cherry pie, and anything (and everything) involving garlic
Farm Kids
Maya and Sylvan are our little farmers in training. They love eating veggies, birdwatching, and playing outside.
Farm Mascot
Senna is our loving and quirky farm pup. She’s afraid of tractors and other farm equipment, but that doesn’t stop her from being the best farm pup out there. She adores people, chasing bunnies, rolling in snow, and bounding through the prairie.