about us

Mary Ann McColl’s journey into sustainable farming started over 15 years ago on a modest plot, quickly evolving into a rich experience managing diverse livestock on a 7-acre farm in Washington. Her expertise spans caring for chickens, goats, dairy cows, and even horses, each contributing uniquely to her holistic, chemical-free approach to agriculture. Now at the helm of a larger ranch in Oregon, she continues to expand her sustainable practices, growing her livestock operations and a robust hay business.

Founder of Free Bird Farms, Mary Ann offers top-notch farmsitting services, drawing from her deep well of agricultural knowledge to ensure other farmers can travel worry-free. Her passion for educating the next generation about sustainable farming shines through in her children’s book, The Magic of Poop, and her commitment to enhancing soil health and farm sustainability.

Free Bird Farms is built on a foundation of community and compassion, believing that caring for a neighbor’s farm should be as thorough and loving as caring for one’s own. This principle guides every aspect of our service, aiming to alleviate the stress of farm owners and ensure that their farms and animals are treated with the utmost respect and love.