Our four hives are doing well. The three new colonies have taken off with good productive queens and have been bringing in pollen and honey to support each colony. I’m thinking this year the honey harvest is going to be small. Starting over with three new hives along with the unusual wet and cold spring
Welcome to Raven Grove Farms
Raven Grove is a small homestead located in the Central Willamette Valley near Eugene, Oregon. Our goal is to work toward more self-sustainability with an emphasis on food, lifestyle, and awareness.
What we do at Raven Grove Farms
Beekeeping
We have been beekeepers for three years and have a small but growing apiary. There is nothing quite like fresh wildflower honey.
Learn MoreHome, Farm, and Garden
When we moved into Raven Grove, we weren't thinking about homesteading. But as we started to look around the lifestyle and processes involved intriqued us.
Learn MoreFood and Drink
We have learned about home cooking, preservation, and brewing. This is the final product of what we grow and produce at the farm.
Learn MoreExperimentation, Fun, Exploration & Travel in Oregon
Western Oregon is beutiful and it is a pleasure to get out see the world. explore, and have a good time.
Learn MoreOur Horses
We love our four horses. They are a major part of our family and our activities.
Learn MoreOur most recent journal entries. Click the links above for more specific category posts.
Sweet Red Wine – Part One (Ferment)
July 23, 2020
By Marcus
I’ve been doing home brewing for about a year. I’ve focused on mead (honey-based wine). I like the flavor profile of mead and with our apiary, it’s a logical extension of interest. However, I have dabbled in a few other non-mead brewing projects. My attempts and hard apple cider have been frustrating. They come out
Chickens
July 21, 2020
By Marcus
Chickens are a great way to get started in taking control of your food and gaining some self-sufficiency. Depending on where you live, even most urban locations will allow a few chickens. It is best to check with your municipality and/or HOA first. Some locations may forbid chicken, limit the number, or specify if you