The Clever Crow

The Clever Crow Hobby farm based in Alto, Michigan exploring ways to increase sustainability and health for both the planet and its residents. And so the crow set to work.

What it is:
Our experimentation and exploration towards healthier, more sustainable ways to live a spirited, adventurous life. Our journey into a system of obtaining food where all life is respected. Why the name:
There once lived two good friends, the peacock and the crow. One day, the crow found paint in the woods--every color of the rainbow. "Oh, let's paint each other and make each other beau

tiful!" said peacock. The crow cared deeply for his friend and wanted him to be pleased with his work, and so he took his time, creating beautiful, colorful designs he knew peacock would enjoy. The peacock grew fidgety but the crow assured him the masterpiece would be worth the wait. When the crow finished, the peacock moved to the pond to admire the crow's work. "Oh my, I'm BEAUTIFUL!" the peacock exclaimed. "I'm glad you approve. Will you paint me now?" asked the crow. But the peacock was too busy admiring himself. After a long while, crow politely asked again. In an effort to get back to admiring himself as quickly as possible, the peacock simply dumped the black paint on the crow and returned to the pond. The crow was so heartbroken, all he could do was let out a cackling cry. But when all the other animals saw peacock, crow was revered and loved for his magnificent artwork. "So clever is that crow!" they cheered. And so the peacock was shamed for his selfishness and forever associated with unnecessary opulence, while the crow would be admired for his cleverness and talent, for the rest of time. Crows are intelligent, adaptable, and generally underestimated. They are perfectly fine on their own but are very social, sometimes forming flocks in the thousands. They are inquisitive, sometimes mischievous, quick learners, and great problem-solvers. They’re also fearless; crows have been known to chase away larger birds including hawks and owls! Lastly, birds and flight in general symbolize freedom / free-spiritedness. We feel we are a bit rebellious and mischievous, often running to the woods for a weekend to recapture some bit of wildness our modern culture suppresses. We admire strong wit and wisdom, and our endless curiosity aspires to turn into a wisdom of its own. We can be a bit dark or cynical at times. We are The Clever Crow!

11/11/2018

First winter. Not so sure about the cold, white stuff.

Look at those iridescent tail feathers! Sgt. Peppercorn doesn't live in this coop yet but he stops by first thing when w...
09/26/2018

Look at those iridescent tail feathers!
Sgt. Peppercorn doesn't live in this coop yet but he stops by first thing when we open the coop he lives in and gathers the ladies for the outdoor wanderings, leaving the two old ladies and two babies he lives with behind. 😂 I guess it's time to merge the flocks. 😊

Family portrait.
08/17/2018

Family portrait.

Future pickles.
08/17/2018

Future pickles.

08/10/2018

We were worried Miss Fluff's little one couldn't reach the water so we put a log under one of the drippers. That way would've been easier, but she made her point. 😄🧡

Oh yeah, that's fine. We didn't really care about those flowers. 🤨Also....why?!😂
08/08/2018

Oh yeah, that's fine. We didn't really care about those flowers. 🤨
Also....why?!😂

Fireworks
08/02/2018

Fireworks

Citrusy, calming, deliciousness.
07/24/2018

Citrusy, calming, deliciousness.

07/19/2018

Mama's already showing the babies how to free range with the flock. 🧡

07/12/2018

She lost the first chick to hatch but she's getting the hang of it and these two new little ones seem to be doing well so far! 😍

07/11/2018

Sergeant Peppercorn

There's a new rooster in town! 💓Also pictured: dog butt.
06/14/2018

There's a new rooster in town! 💓
Also pictured: dog butt.

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