We are a small (privately owned) farm North-East of Cochrane (about 15 minutes from the Calgary city limits or 15 minutes from Butterfield Acres Farm) where we primarily raise uncommon varieties of ducks and geese. We sell hatching eggs, day-old ducklings and goslings as well as older birds occasionally. We have raised Khaki Campbell, Silver Appleyard, and Chinook Ancona (our own variety) ducks, plus Brown African and Pilgrim Geese (See our breed_notes for more information). We also sell duck eggs for eating. From 1988 - 2013 we provided hatching packages to a number of area schools.

Please note: We are no longer doing this.

Please note: we do not sell hatching packages to private homes. See HERE for explanation.

Most of the children that have been able to experience this project have been very excited about it and it is one they will remember for many years to come. However since we are dealing with living animals it is a project that should not be entered into without careful thought and some planning. Arrangements must be made in advance to have adequate facilities for the eggs and ducklings as well as for their care during weekends (most classes keep the new ducklings in their class for about two weeks). ===== IMPORTANT Notices for Teachers =====

Information on Avian Flu Additional Notes (2007) on bird flu from The University of Nebraska —- ==== Helpful Hints ====

* R. Adair (Calgary teacher) brings socks when she comes to pick up her ready-to-hatch eggs - socks are perfect for cushioning eggs. Bring one sock for each egg…. Thanks for this great idea!! * Bring a re-usable shopping bag with you to carry the kit items (food, vitamines, feathers, etc.) ===== Poultry Information =====

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We also “rent” bunnies!

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