Farm News

Meet Verna the alpaca and Danny the donkey!

Yesterday, our 9 sheep had their big haircut and officially lost their winter jackets! Did you know that sheep need to be shorn every year? Without shearing, their wool continues to grow and can cause them to overheat during the warmer summer months. Thick wool can also collect dirt, moisture, and debris, which may lead to skin problems and discomfort.

From just one year of wool growth, we filled two wheelbarrows full of fleece! Some sheep can grow several pounds of wool each year depending on the breed.

Shearing is an important part of keeping sheep healthy and comfortable. After being shorn, […]

Snicklefritz was our oldest resident at Maplewood Farm, born in 1997. He came to us from Gabriola Island and has been part of the farm family since 2002. Over time, he outlived many of the animals who once shared the farm with him.

In his younger years, Snicklefritz helped bring joy to countless visitors as one of our pony ride ponies. After retiring from that role, he spent his days enjoying a well-earned retirement with his best buddy, Frodo.

For most of his life, Snicklefritz remained relatively healthy. The main challenge we managed were his lack of teeth, which meant he couldn’t […]

We said goodbye to one of our pigs, Miss Rosie.

Rosie was estimated to be around 10–13 years old and was one of three pigs living here at the farm. Her sister, Petal, sadly passed away a few years ago due to ovarian cancer, which is unfortunately very common in female pigs as they age.
About a year ago, Rosie had developed ovarian cancer. She had been on a medication during this time to help manage inflammation and keep her comfortable.
During a veterinary visit to check on the pigs, we performed an ultrasound on Rosie after noticing that she had […]

We are on day 19 of incubating 5 goose eggs! 🥚
Goose eggs take 28-30 days to hatch, and we’re eagerly awaiting arrival of our baby goslings who will soon be running around the farm! 🐣

Do you live in the neighbourhood, and have been dreaming of growing your own vegetables, herbs, or flowers? Now’s your chance!
🌿 Maplewood Farm currently has 5 community garden plots available for a 1-year term. It’s a great way to enjoy gardening, grow your own food, and connect with the community.
📧 Interested? Email us at info@maplewoodfarm.bc.ca for pricing, and to apply, or be place on our waitlist.
Spots are limited—don’t miss out! 🌻