I’ve been working as a full-time IT Analyst. I always considered that I might be able to expand my horizons and work as a consultant moving from implementation to implementation and traveling to various locations in the US. The market for contracted IT consultants is pretty good with great pay but lousy benefits and wicked travel
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.
New Beginnings Part One
April 5, 2017
By Marcus
A Great Start
April 4, 2017
By Marcus
Our story started years ago in Idaho. We moved to the Oregon Coast and fell in love with the culture, climate, and scenery. Now 16 years later we are moving inland to the Willamette Valley to be closer to our workplaces and expand our opportunities for adventure.