Twee Rozen Farms

09/04/2023

Pair of Clydesdales for sale
Posting for sale due to the farm being for sale & moving in town - if we could keep them we would!
Looking for their forever home. Absolutely must be kept together. Will not separate.

Easy keepers, kind, steady eddy type. Very gentle, sweet natured and patient. Ideal as companion horses, occasional husband horses, light trail riding, etc
Nash is late teens, Bud is 20+
Both are 16.2hh and barefoot.
Stand for the farrier, vet, bodywork, etc
UTD on all vaccinations
Have been used for beginner lessons & trail riding
Trailer well
Can be ridden separately
Have been kept outside 24/7 as well as stalled at night. Can be turned out with mares and geldings, have always gotten along well with every other horse in the barn.
Photo pulling wagon is from their previous owner, they have not done this in over 4 years.
Will not sell for lessons, heavy work, or resale.

5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ for the pair

05/13/2023

Set up is well underway and we are so excited to see you!

⏰ Saturday May 13, 10-3pm
💰 $5 at the door for
🎨 free face painting
🏆 over 40 raffle prizes ($20/sheet bring cash)
🛍 almost 50 local businesses
🐑🐐🐴🐓 all your fav farm animals
🌎 3212 Forkes Road East, Port Colborne
🚗 Park in front paddock, overflow on street once full
🚫🐶 no pets & 🚭 no smoking anywhere on the property (parking included).

Can’t wait to see ya 💕

05/12/2023

We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to the Opdam family & Paula Opdam for their incredible loss. We adored Mr Opdam here at the farm and loved seeing him for visits and scooting down the road in his little fiat. ❤️

May he now be pain free & at peace.

05/12/2023

Our mamas Mama's Market 2023 is this Saturday, May 13th from 10am - 3pm. Tickets are $5 cash at the door. We kindly ask you to leave your pets at home for this event.

Never been to the farm? Here is a video to show you what to expect.

We have almost 50 businesses coming, free face painting for the kids, mini-donkeys, goats, chickens & horses.

See ya soon!

04/29/2023

Our 3rd annual Mama’s Market is just 2 weeks away… every single visitor through the door will go into a draw to win this adorable Kate Spade purse donated by yours truly.

Entrance fee is $5/person with 100% of the proceeds going to &

You’ll have full access to pet & visit with the goats, mini-donkeys, horses & everyones favourite duo - the Clydesdale Brothers, Nash & Bud.

We have 45+ small businesses joining us for the day, on Saturday May 13th from 10am - 3pm.

See ya at 🤠

For a detailed list of all the vendors, head over to my Community & Events page on CarlieSmith.ca

💐

04/21/2023

Well, the time has officially come. Greg & I have decided to sell the farm. It has been an incredible 4 years. Its also been hard. Here is a look behind the scenes for you:

Greg & I met on tinder about 7 or so years ago. Our first date was at the Reeb house, and the next morning I walked into work and said to my coworker that he was so sweet, and that I would likely never hear from him again. I knew nothing about farming and our worlds couldn't be further apart, although we were both raised in small town Port Colborne.

After our 3rd date, he drove me to his parents farm, where he had a ton of sheep that he was raising in their out building. Well, that day was going to be someone's birthday. We went into the barn and he said that one of the mama's was giving birth but needed help. Not sure what he wanted terrified ol' me to do in my nice dress and also having never been asked to be a doula for a farm animal. At this point, he went elbows deep, to bring out the sweetest little lamb and make sure it survived. I watched in what I can only describe as shock and possibly horror. Mainly thinking - what have I gotten myself into?

Fast forward a few months, we were basically inseparable and I moved into his house a few doors down from the farm. Hard to say no to a tall handsome man with an obscene amount of adorable small farm animals. As our relationship continued and we moved, renovated and continued to grow, it was time for Greg to live out one of his dreams, and own a farm. He showed me the property online and I said, "Sure, why not?". The day we viewed the farm, was day 100 for it being on the market, and the sellers were going to take it off the market at that point if it didn't sell. The farm was tired. There was no passion, no care, and mainly a deteriorated space. It was an overwhelming ask, but Greg always said yes to my ideas, so it was time to return the favour.

We jumped in with both feet and it was a crash course into all things farming. I knew little about horses, outside of an excursion in Mexico for an hour whilst on an all inclusive. We firmed up on the farm, and I went online and ordered "Horses for Dummies". In the last four years, I accumulated 8 horses, each teaching me something different. Some for the lesson program, some came with the farm, a few had passed from old age, and my absolute favourite duo, Nash & Rosebud who came during Covid. We have had some of the cutest animals ever, but it hasn't come without immense sadness and loss at times. I never in a million years thought I would be in a barn at 1am crying because a mama goat refuses to nurse one of her kids, knowing by the morning they would pass. When we adopted Nyx, she was older with health issues and her final days, I spent 12 hours overnight in the barn making sure she stayed hooked up to her IV, the next day she passed away & I had to go out and give someone an opinion of value on their property the same day. Farming isn't just the cute instagram posts.

This property has been a crash course on farming, animal care, property management & running a business. Alongside the years at the farm, Greg was also working for his parents at their dairy operation & now full time landscaping, I have been running full time real estate and charity events. There are truly not enough hours in the day, which has been a hard pill to swallow.

This brings us to 2023. Its been a lot, it has been incredible but its been a lot. We are excited to say that we are closing the chapter at Twee Rozen Farms and shifting our life to something new. There are a lot of things up in the air currently, but a few things I can share now..
1. We are staying local!
2. So are our friends at Als Country Mutts, they're moving off the farm and we are so excited for them in the next step of their journey.
3. Charity events are still running! Mama's Market will likely be our last market at the farm, but we are pivoting and hosting in new locations for future events.

I want to sincerely thank all of the wonderful boarders we have had, our incredible animal support crew - Doug Peacock & Matt Nugent (and kristen), Al & Chanze for being wonderful tenants and friends on the farm, and to all of you for supporting events here. I truly cannot wait to share whats coming next for us, but for now it's time to slow down.

Realtors - The farm will be live on MLS mid May & will be on the Caravan tour hopefully!

04/10/2023

Happy Easter, from our farm to yours. 🐰

03/23/2023

Mamas market coming in hot! Check the post below for details & how to apply. Deadline fast approaching 👀👋🏼

Here is your reminder to support local. The incredible makers that are in this town & region need our support. I’m so excited to hang this custom piece by Embroider by Kate in my office. Thank you 🌸🌎

There will be over 40 small businesses at Twee Rozen Farms on Saturday, May 13th from 10-3pm. Bring your mama & your pals to check out the endless talent right in our own backyard. $5 at the door with 100% of those funds going to Birchway Niagara (formally womens place) & Royal LePage Shelter Foundation ❤️

One more week to apply to be a vendor, then the first week of April acceptances will be sent out! 👀

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVHOHFLiGcBob39Mt6bAMrP7yanaU3pjfJ9Kz1ZNaEJAxp-g/viewform

03/12/2023

Rosie is on the move. Please share with friends!

Rosie is ~14hh and 15 years old. She is barefoot and currently lives outside in a group without issues. Rosie was part of a beginner lesson program for about a year and has since been part boarded by an 11 year old. Rosie goes w/t/c and has started jumping cross rails. Rosie goes trail riding alone or in groups, and has been ridden on the road without issue. She can be opinionated, but loves attention and is a sweetheart when you get to know her.
Up to date on all vaccinations, deworming and farrier work.

4️⃣5️⃣🥕🥕

03/12/2023

Sevens looking for a new barn sweet barn, please share with friends!

Seven is ~15.1hh and 7 years old. He comes from excellent Gypsy Vanner bloodlines. He is barefoot and has both been stalled and lived outside 24/7. He goes out in groups without issue. Seven goes w/t/c, but is a bit too clumsy for jumping. He has gone trail riding on the road and up in the Ganaraska forest. Seven has been used in lessons before and been leased by novice riders, however, he has been out of work for close to a year (due to owners schedule) and will need a reintroduction to work. Seven has never had any soundness issues and is the biggest sweetheart and goofball you will ever meet. He’s our big puppy dog, both gentle & curious with kids and new friends.
Up to date on all vaccinations, deworming and farrier work.

8️⃣👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

02/18/2023

Our 3rd annual Mama's Market at Twee Rozen Farms will be on Saturday, May 13th from 10am-3pm. Our farm is a 17 acre equestrian facility with all of your favourite farm animals including goats, mini-donkeys, horses & chickens. Every market we have hosted here has brought through over 350 visitors, regardless of weather.

Applications are officially open (deadline March 31st, acceptance sent out on April 7th).

The table fee collected & $5 entrance fee goes 100% to Operation $29k. Operation $29k is Carlie Smiths fundraising goal for the year as she is heading to Ecuador on a 90km trek to raise funds for Womens Place of South Niagara & the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. 80% of the funds raised stay locally and the other 20% is used towards national campaigns and education around ending domestic violence.

Application: https://forms.gle/bmSxUHR3gokfkgMD9

02/06/2023

Celebrating 3 years of owning Twee Rozen Farms. I truly thought “what did we sign up for” when we bought this place. In the last 3 years it seems we signed up for:
- a lot of renovations,
- business management,
- crash course in all things animals,
- goat midwifery,
- deep connections with horses,
- riding lessons,
- dog agility,
- fundraising over $50,000 for
- Zumba & barn boot camp,
- new friendships,
- some great losses of our pets,
- watching Als Country Mutts flourish,
& personal growth.

It has been an absolute ride & we have loved sharing this experience with Al & Chanze from almost day 1 (technically they moved in on day 15 😂).

Thanks to everyone that has been along for the ride, it’s been an incredible journey.

12/04/2022

The final numbers are being tallied & the raffle prizes will be picked later today but I wanted to jump on here this morning to give a sincere thank you to the incredible volunteers this weekend for pulling off this double market day & night. This photo doesn’t include any of my Friday folks which we had a TON of. To make these events safe, accessible & fun, there are a lot of people needed. So thank you to my incredible friends for coming together to support our 💜

Not pictured but much love to: Amanda Wilcox, Toni & Reagan, Leanne Grover, My right hand - Shelby 👋🏼, Michelle Ann, Ellyanna & pals. Last but certainly not least, my spouse ❤️

12/02/2022

Todays the day folks for Carlie's Christmas Market

📍Where: 3212 Forkes Road East, Port Colborne
🚗Parking will be on site and once full, will overflow to the street. Please only park on the South side of the street (not the side with the farm).

💰Cost: $5 entry (kids 2 & under are free) 100% of these funds go to Women's Place of South Niagara Inc
* PLEASE BRING CASH * some vendors will have machines but it is inside the barn and service can be spotty, cash is best!

🏆We will also have a raffle table (1 sheet for $20 & 3 for $50)

⏰Today 6-9pm & Saturday 10am-2pm, there will be different vendors over the two day event.

✨✨Bonus✨✨:
🐴🐐 - horses, goats & donkeys to pet
🎨 - face painting (any donation goes to WPSN)
🎟 - everyone attending gets their name in a draw for 4 tickets to the Ice Dogs on December 8th!
🎁 - first 100 families each day get a wrapping paper kit & ”Naughty & Nice” list to take home for a chance to win $50 for their favourite charity & $50 to their favourite loval restaurant.

🚫Please leave your pets at home for this event & kindly note that Twee Rozen Farms does not allow smoking anywhere on their property, please do so at the road only.🚫

12/01/2022

This is Smokey & peepin’ in the back is his handsome neighbour Sunny. These two fellas will be at the market ready for selfies & to inspect pockets for treats.

This Friday, December 2nd from 6-9pm & Saturday, December 3rd from 10-2pm.

11/26/2022

Our rescheduled Christmas markets are less than a week away! Come join us at Twee Rozen Farms on
⭐️ Friday, Dec 2nd from 6-9pm &
⭐️ Saturday, Dec 3rd from 10am-2pm!

Tickets are $5 at the door (kids 2 & under are free) & we have an incredible raffle table that is absolutely packed full. Raffle tickets are one sheet for $20 or 3 for $50. All of these funds go directly to 💜

All of your favourite farm animals are there including the Clydesdale brothers, the most adorable goat gang, a pretty cute collection of horses and of course - the mini donkeys.

The entire farm (and I mean the ENTIRE farm), is decorated for Christmas. Each hallway feels like a different Hallmark scene & there are ample photo opportunities for you and your family.

We will be joined by over 35 businesses each day. Some vendors will be there for both days but there are lots of variety. The perfect opportunity for a farm visit & to kick off your Christmas shopping by supporting local and supporting a great cause.

Every person through the door will have an opportunity to win Ice Dogs tickets donated by just for attending. She also has her “Guess the Gumballs” game back for more prizes.

The first 200 guests to attend will also receive a “Naughty & Nice” checklist to bring home for a chance to win a donation to a charity of their choosing, as well as a gift card to their favourite restaurant.

See you this Friday & Saturday! 🎄

11/19/2022

IMPORTANT - RESCHEDULED MARKET - Carlie's Christmas Market

Hi friends,
We are devastated to have to make this call. We had too many vendors/volunteers pull out with the weather so we have made the decision to reschedule.

We are *likely* rescheduling to Friday, December 2nd from 6-9 & Saturday, December 3rd from 10am-2pm, creating a two day event with all your favourite farm animals and local shops. We will confirm 100% tomorrow after chatting with all of our vendors.

We hope you stay home & stay safe. Updates to come shortly. If you're reading this, please spread the word so we don't have disappointed visitors today.

11/19/2022

Goooood morning. What a beautiful Canadian day we have outside. Bundle up and join us at 3pm today for a true Winter Wonderland on the farm. All of our vendors are indoor and the animals will be inside for you to meet and greet.

The parking will be partially on site and once full, overflow to the road. We will have a round about for pick ups/drop offs as well.

$5 at the gate to enter and the raffle table is $20 for a sheet or 3 for $50.

See you at Twee Rozen Farms (3212 forkes road east, port colborne) from 3-8pm today!

More details & info - Carlie's Christmas Market

11/18/2022

This time last year, the best groomer ever, cleaned up one of our goats. Fauscht did a great job with the bath & Alex made him so fluffy & clean. Visit all your favourite farm animals tomorrow (Saturday, November 19th) from 3-8pm. Al’s Country Mutts also has a booth & will be selling tons of different products including Protective Paw Wax which is an absolute must this time of year for your pups feet.

11/17/2022

The snow is coming and it’s going to be absolutely beautiful! Our event is INSIDE the barns, so bundle up and enjoy the hallmark scenes indoors.

Our parking will be street parking only, there will be a roundabout to unload your car & drop off your friends/family members at the door though.

Don’t forget to bring cash, $5 for entrance & we also have a raffle table with over 45 prizes and 100% of the proceeds going to Women's Place of South Niagara Inc.. We also have face painting for the kiddos, any donations are graciously accepted for the shelter.

For more details check out “Carlies Christmas Market” on Facebook or 🎄

Saturday, November 19th from 3-8pm

11/16/2022

CARLIES CHRISTMAS MARKET, on Saturday November 19th. This event is open to the public with no reservation required! From 3-8pm the doors to the barn will be open and you’ll be able to interact with all your favourite farm animals including goats, mini donkeys, horses (and everyone’s favourite Clydesdale brothers - Nash & Bud). We have 50 small businesses set up to kick off your Christmas shopping & support local.

There will be ample photoshoot opportunities and the whole barn will feel like a hallmark Christmas movie.

The entrance is $5 at the door (kids under 2 are free) & 100% of those funds collected go directly to helping local families fleeing domestic violence. Women's Place of South Niagara Inc. is a company close to our hearts that we hope you’ll join us in supporting this holiday season.

Parking will be street parking due to the wet/snowy week ahead. Make sure to wear your boots!

09/19/2022

🍂🎃 FALL FEST 🎃🍂
I'm thrilled to announce Carlie Smith, Realtor is hosting another market at Twee Rozen Farms to raise funds for Women's Place of South Niagara Inc.. Our Mama's Market on Mothers Day this year raised over $12,000 with over 350 folks through the door and almost 40 incredible local businesses showcasing their products. With many requests we are excited to host a fall themed market at the farm.

What to expect?
🐐🐴- All of your favourite farm animals, including the Clydesdale brothers - Bud & Nash and over a dozen of their horse pals, our goat family including Eddie the Angora and the cutest trio of mini donkey's you'll ever see. All of which are waiting for pets and snuggles.
🎁🛍️- Over 35 hand picked local ma & pa businesses ranging from the best cup of coffee Niagara has to offer... home decor: macrame, ceramics, wooden signs... candles and melts... florals & pumpkins... soaps & bath bombs... dog training, boarding, leashes, outfits, feed & treats... baby & toddler decor, clothes & toys... clothing, hair & make-up products... and more. Something for everyone!
📅- This is a one day event on Saturday, October 1st to kick off fall from 10am - 3pm.
🎟️- Tickets for purchase at the door only, $5 each (kids under 2 are free) OR we are taking the following donations for Womens Place: larger size diapers, pull ups, wipes & non perishable food.
🏆- An incredible raffle table with over 40 prizes donated by the local businesses attending the event.
🎈🤠- And as always, there will be a surprise or two on the day of! You'll have to attend to see all of the fun.

Happy to answer any questions & kindly ask that you share this post with your friends. Looking forward to seeing you & kicking off Fall!

08/31/2022

🎃🎄VENDOR APPLICATIONS FOR UPCOMING MARKETS:🎄🎃

The Mama's Market we hosted on Mothers Day this year was an incredible fundraising event that brought in over $12,000 for Womens Place of South Niagara. We had over 35 vendors (lots which sold out of their products), all the farm animals to see and brought through over 350 people through the doors that day. We had everything from fresh coffee, homemade pies, pillows, candles, home decor, signs, clothing, the queen of fashion (miss jamazing boutique herself), dog goodies, macaroons, a BBQ by Tendercuts/Sobeys and more. Truly something for everyone.

It has been highly requested that we host another market at the farm so I'm pleased to announce our next two dates.
🎃 FALL FEST: Saturday October 1st 10am-3pm
🎄CARLIES CHRISTMAS MARKET: Saturday November 19th 3-8pm

These will be my final events to cross the finish line on our $28,000 goal for 2022. Currently sitting at just over 78%.

Vendor applications are open now until 6pm on Wednesday, September 7th. All chosen vendors will be notified by the 9th & payment to hold your table is due within 48 hours of acceptance. This gives us lots of time to advertise who will be joining us at the event. 100% of the table fee collected goes to Womens Place. Lots of details on the application page!

Please share this post & if you're a vendor - drop your application info here: https://forms.gle/gT8XLaVV5aavDosj9

08/19/2022

Hey friends, Our carnival is TOMORROW - Saturday August 20th!
We have been selling tickets exclusively on eventbrite and we have some tickets left available. 1-3pm & 4-6pm are all ages... 6:30-7:30pm is adults only!

We will have a limited number of spots available cash at the door, first come, first serve. We suggest buying tickets in advance to guarantee your spot but can offer a few at the door. 1-3pm is almost entirely sold out, 4-6pm has lots of spots left & the adult only power hour has lots too!

100% of the money raised goes directly to Womens Place of South Niagara and it will be a super fun day at the farm!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/realtor-carlies-carnival-for-womens-place-of-south-niagara-tickets-380027371097?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

Visit your favourite farm animals, ride a mechanical bull & unlimited tries on multiple 35-50 ft long inflatable obstacle courses & more.

08/09/2022

This weekend my gal pal Jordan turned the big 6 & I had the privilege of hosting her birthday bash at our farm. The kids had a great time petting a baby goat, feeding them, seeing the big Clydesdales & little donkeys and everyone got their faces painted.

We are so excited for our next big event at the farm coming up on Saturday August 20th, the big Carnival. Tickets exclusively sold on Eventbrite & free face paintings included!!!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/realtor-carlies-carnival-for-womens-place-of-south-niagara-tickets-380027371097?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

*photos shared with permission from parents*

08/02/2022

The ultimate end of summer party has been launched! Saturday, August 20th, join us at the farm for Carnival! 100% of the funds raised go directly to 💕

Your favourite farm animals will be here to snuggle including the goats & donkeys. The Clydesdales will be offering (big) pony rides. There will be a mechanical rodeo bull - harder than it looks but guaranteed to make you laugh. There will be face painting, a penny table with over 30 donations by local businesses, a BBQ, crown & anchors, Tons of inflatable obstacle courses & more.

Tickets are exclusively sold on Eventbrite with a limited number being sold so everyone attending can enjoy it to the max without crowds! Grab yours today.

🐴🎪🎠🤹🏻‍♀️🤡

07/25/2022

I'm pleased to share my final 3 events for Operation $28,000 for Women's Place of South Niagara Inc. in 2022. We are currently hovering at over 55% of the goal.

On Saturday, August 20th we will host a Carnival at Twee Rozen Farms with massive inflatable obstacle courses, a mechanical rodeo bull, face painting, pony rides, a BBQ, penny raffle, crown & anchor and more. It's the ultimate end of summer bash, with 100% of the funds raised going directly to the shelter. Tickets are available now, exclusively on Eventbrite!

Wrapping up the year we will host two (much requested) more markets. Our Mama's Market at Twee Rozen Farms was an incredible day with over 35 vendors, a BBQ, brand new twin baby goats, penny table and horses to pet. We raised over $12,000 that day and had over 350 folks visit us. So we are ready to do it all over again.

Fall Fest will be all things fall... Think pumpkins, crafts, clydesdales & 30-40 of your favourite local ma & pa businesses.

Last but certainly not least, our favourite time of year on the farm, Christmas. Carlie goes all out with 10s of 1,000's of Christmas lights. The barn is decked out top to bottom in garland, ornaments and more. Last year, the goat hallway alone had over 700 feet of lighting strung through. We welcome you to our mini hallmark Christmas set, perfect for your festive family photos. We will also fill our arena with local vendors again, have food & fundraise for our local shelter.

Save these dates! Businesses that are interested in applying for a booth, we will launch our applications in the month of August so follow this page for more details.

Let's wrap up 2022 with a bang and hit that big goal of $28,000 for our local families at Womens Place of South Niagara.

06/05/2022

Muffins & Mimosas for our farm family meet & greet. This year we have had lots of new members join the farm so we wanted to have a gathering so everyone could get to know each other. The barn culture is something that is super important to us at Twee Rozen. Also - did you know that your Apple Watch can take the photo for you? Picture 1 is the exact second I learned this. 😛