Our story started on a college ski trip to Mount Bohemia. What began as an outdoor adventure became a life in the Keweenaw—shaped by long winters, strong community, and a growing commitment to the land.

Claire has been tending plants for as long as she can remember. It started with houseplants on a sunny kitchen windowsill in Chicago, and it grew into a way of moving through the world: observant, patient, and rooted in care. Her love of good food began at home, in the kitchen, and continues today in the fields, the garden, and the foods we make. She studied mechanical engineering, worked in research and design in the power industry, and holds a patent for five energy-harvesting electromechanical devices.

Matthew has always been drawn to how things work—tools, systems, structures, and the small decisions that make them better. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering and does research and computational work through North Fracture. On the farm, that same mindset goes into building and maintaining infrastructure that supports our work, from fences and greenhouse systems to equipment and repairs.

Together, we bring different skills to the same purpose: to grow food with care, work in step with nature, and contribute something worthwhile to our community. On the farm, Claire tends the soil, crops, and chickens. Matthew designs, builds, and fixes what the farm needs to keep going. The work is different, but the goal is shared—healthy land, nourishing food, and a stronger local food system.

Thank you for being part of our story and supporting our work. We’re grateful for each and every one of you.