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These aren't your average goats — they're hoofed heroes with a passion for getting things done and having a good time. Whether they’re clearing brush like pros, showing off at birthday parties, teaching kids about farm life, or nibbling their way through a tasty meadow before settling under the stars our goats are living their best lives — and they’re ready to bring the fun (and function) to yours.
From classroom visits to backyard adventures, they’re always up for a good time and a good graze.
Meet the Van Acres Crew

Breed: Shetland/East Friesian Birthday: Feb 28, 2021

Breed: Shetland Birthday: April 1, 2022

Breed: Suffolk/Shropshire Birthday: March 13, 2025 Breeder: Wooly Green Grazers

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter Mix Birthday: April 22, 2021

Breed: Pygmy/Fainter Birthday: April 19, 2021

Pygmy/Fainter Birthday: April 19, 2021

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: 2019 (Exact Date Unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: Oct 26, 2023 Mom: Little Girl Dad: Zeus

Breed: Fainting Goat Birthday: 2019 (Exact Date Unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: March 14, 2022

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter Birthday: Feb 23, 2024 Mom: Lady Dad: Aries

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter Birthday: Feb 23, 2024 Mom: Lady Dad: Aries

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter Birthday: Feb 23, 2024 Mom: Lady Dad: Aries

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: May 7, 2024 Mom: Little Girl Dad: Aries

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: 2024 (Exact Date Unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: 2025 (exact date unknown) Mom: Penny

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: 2025 (exact date unknown) Mom: Penny

Breed: Saanen/Nubian Birthday: April 2025 (exact date unknown)

Breed: Alpine Birthday: April 2025 (exact date unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: April 2022 (exact date unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: April 2022 (exact date unknown)

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Birthday: April 2022 (exact date unknown)
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.

Farm Fit Boot Camp
Forget the gym — this is fitness with fresh air, four-legged friends, and a whole lot of soul. Farm Fit Boot Camp offers a unique, interactive workout experience that blends functional movement with the peace and playfulness of life on the pasture.
You’ll stretch, squat, lunge, and lift in a beautiful farm setting, surrounded by curious goats and calm, wooly sheep who might just join in on your reps. It's movement that’s good for the body and even better for the spirit.

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.

Gone 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.

Breed: Shetland/East Friesian Feb 28, 2021 - Jan 5, 2022

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf March 13, 2022 - April 22, 2024

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf Mom: Little Girl Dad: Aries May 7, 2024 - Nov. 5, 2025

Breed: Nigerian Dwarf/Fainter March 30, 2021 - December 13, 2025
Contact Us
Whether you’re planning a party, hosting a farm-fit boot camp, organizing an educational group visit, or looking for eco-friendly grazing help — we’ve got goats ready to work (and play)! Fill out the form below to request more information on pricing, availability, and options. We’ll be in touch soon to help you plan the perfect goat-filled experience!