Van Acres Homestead - Goats for Hire
Grazing & Brush Removal
Goats and sheep are nature’s perfect brush-clearing team. Unlike machines or chemicals, goats can access steep, rocky, or sensitive terrain without damaging the environment. Their voracious appetite for invasive plants, poison ivy, buckthorn, and other stubborn weeds makes them an effective and sustainable alternative to traditional land-clearing methods.
By choosing goat-powered brush removal, you reduce your carbon footprint, avoid harmful herbicides, and support regenerative land management. Whether you're a homeowner, landowner, or municipality, goats offer a low-maintenance, low-cost, and eco-conscious way to take back overgrown spaces.
Events & Parties
Goats and sheep aren’t just great at clearing brush — they’re also naturals at bringing joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments to any gathering. With their playful personalities and charming presence, these four-legged guests are a hit at birthday parties, weddings, festivals, school events, and more.
Educational Visits
Goats, sheep, and chickens aren’t just cute — they’re incredible teachers, too. Our educational farm visits offer hands-on experiences where groups like Girl Scouts, 4-H clubs, and school classes can learn what it really takes to care for animals and steward the land.
From feeding and grooming to collecting eggs and cleaning coops, participants get an up-close look at the daily rhythms of farm life. They’ll discover how animals contribute to regenerative agriculture, explore the science behind sustainable animal care, and leave with a deeper respect for the work that goes into raising happy, healthy livestock.
Little Girl
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: Unknown
Baby Van
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: Oct 26, 2023
Lady
Fainter
DOB: Unknown
Aries
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: March 14, 2022
Brick
Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter
DOB: Feb 23, 2024
Meet the Van Acres Crew
Luke
Shetland/East Friesian
DOB: Feb 28, 2021
Stripe
Shetland
DOB: April 1, 2022
Jimi
Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter
DOB: April 22, 2021
Frank
Pigmy/Fainter
DOB: April 19, 2021
Elvis
Pigmy/Fainter
DOB: April 19, 2021
Axl
Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter
DOB: Feb 23, 2024
Sue
Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter
DOB: Feb 23, 2024
Lois
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: May 7, 2024
Penny
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: 2024 Unknown
Pippy
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: 2025 Unknown
Ginger
Saanen/Nubian
DOB: 2025 Unknown
Snowy
Alpine
DOB: 2025 Unknown
Ross
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: 2022 Unknown
Chandler
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: 2022 Unknown
Phoebe
Nigerian Dwarf
DOB: 2022 Unknown
Leia
Feb 28, 2021 - Jan 5, 2022
Zeus
March 13, 2022 - April 22, 2024
Clark
May 7, 2024 - Nov. 5, 2025
Buddy
March 30, 2021 - Dec.13, 2025
Peeps
2025 unknown - Jan 25, 2026
Grazing in Heaven
One of the hardest parts of hobby farming is saying goodbye to the animals we’ve loved and cared for. Sometimes, we have to make difficult decisions out of compassion — and it never gets easier. Each goat and sheep friend who’s crossed the rainbow bridge left their hoofprints and heartprints here on the farm. We’re grateful for the time we had with them, and they’ll always be remembered with love.
Red
March 13, 2025 - Feb 24, 2026