"A righteous man regards the life of his animal" Proverbs 12:10a
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."~ MLK
Valley Vision Ranch, is a family owned multi-faceted ranch that focuses on serving people with what we've been given. We believe that local, sustainable farming and agriculture is a must for the future of our world and our health, and we believe we have been called to be part of the solution of healing our land and healing our bodies!
About
Valley Vision Ranch, is a family owned multi-faceted ranch that focuses on serving people with what we've been given. We believe that local, sustainable farming and agriculture is a must for the future of our world and our health, and we believe we have been called to be part of the solution of healing our land and healing our bodies! We have many different aspects to what we do. Chad focuses on horsemanship training and using his horses to manage our land and animals. Crystal serves people from her kitchen, making and selling hard to find raw products, both cow and goat, and enjoys teaching about the difference of eating raw, living, and organic foods. We are in essence students ourselves and love to learn how to make what we do better, and how to better steward what has been given to us. With 3 young children of our own, this is imperative and its personal. We invite you to join us on our journey!
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Our story:
In 2009, way before we moved to the ranch we own today, a city friend from Texas told us we reminded her of the farmer featured in the documentary "Food Inc." We had not seen the film and so we smiled unknowingly at each other. A year later we came across the film on Netflix...and that was the beginning. Or maybe we should say that was the end. It was the end of eating at McDonalds'. It was the end of our "free range" chickens being held in a chicken lot. It was the end to traditional farming methods...and it was the beginning of hope for us with our dream of sustainable living. Now it is an honor to be compared to the great Joel Salatin, the featured farmer in the documentary. What he has done for the rest of us paved the way. He showed us healthy, sustainable farming can and should be done! Our cows are fed 100% grass on ecologically friendly maintained pastures...no pesticides and herbicides are sprayed. They are given free choice natural mineral and kelp, and are not given antibiotics nor hormones. Our layer chickens are rotated in our egg-mobile every few days to new fresh grass. Our pastured poultry when raising our broilers, are moved twice a day to fresh grass to raise some of the healthiest chicken meat available. Our milk is never pasteurized and our dairy animals are turned out to fresh grass except while being milked in the stantion. Please enjoy reading more about who we are and what we are about, but even better come and visit the ranch!
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events 2022
This is a full day of building your horsemanship skills! In a small group setting with fellow horse enthusiasts, there will be lots of instruction and guidance and hands-on individual help. Chad has 15+ years experience running clinics and helping horse riders achieve their goals of overcoming their various obstacles in order to make their horse riding, whether for getting a job done on the ranch or simply riding for pleasure, an enjoyable and life-changing experience. Lunch is included for riders from the "Cowboy Cookie." Observers are welcome to attend. Limited spots available, call 573-842-8676 to RSVP.
These lessons are a great way for beginners on up to learn more about horses, horsemanship (how to work with the animal, understanding horse behavior and proper ways to be/act around horses), horse care, equine safety, how to ride properly and much more. Horses are provided for a 4-week course with 1-30 min. session/week. (Multi-child discount available.) Limited spots available, call Crystal at 573-842-8676 to reserve your spot.
This is a FUN DAY full of activities between rider and horse to show off what you and your horse can do! A full line up of games and obstacles from "Ride a Buck", "Trail Class" (a big obstacle course), Spoon Race etc. Choose which games to participate in or choose them all, there is just one fee to participate for the day!! Lunch and drinks available for purchase in the "Cowboy Cookie," observers bring a blanket and chairs, riders bring your horse and a winning attitude! Ribbons and prizes awarded to the winner of each game! Be prepared for a fun, family-friendly day at the Ranch! Participants must RSVP with Crystal at 573-842-8676.
These lessons are a great way for beginners on up to learn more about horses, horsemanship (how to work with the animal, understanding horse behavior and proper ways to be/act around horses), horse care, equine safety, how to ride properly and much more. Horses are provided for a 4-week course with 1-30 min. session/week. (Multi-child discount available.). Spots will fill up quickly. Call Crystal at 573-842-8676 to reserve your spot!
Do you have a group that would benefit from a fun visit to the Ranch? Do you have a group of horse riding friends that want your own private horse clinic? Are you a leader of a children's/youth group, fostering group, or a various ministry looking for a unique day trip to learn about a variety of animal care and about the food that comes from our Ranch? We might be a good fit for a visit. We can tailor the visit to fit the size and needs of each group. Call Crystal at 573-842-8676 to talk through ideas and to get on the schedule!
Horsemanship
Job 38:1, Job 39:19-24 "Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said... Have you given the horse strength? Have you clothed his neck with thunder? Can you frighten him like a locust? His majestic snorting strikes terror. He paws in the valley, and rejoices in his strength; He gallops into the clash of arms. He mocks at fear, and is not frightened; Nor does he turn back from the sword. The quiver rattles against him, The glittering spear and javelin. He devours the distance with fierceness and rage; Nor does he come to a halt because the trumpet has sounded."
"Horsemanship is the art of mastering our own movements, thoughts, emotions and behavior" ~Ray Hunt
"You've got to give something you never gave to get something you never had" ~Ray Hunt
TRAINING:
Training and working with horses is like learning to overcome life's obstacles. How we address and confront issues in life such as fear, control, impatience and misunderstanding, directly correlate with how we interact with our horse and sometimes this interaction needs some help, or even a "re-start." Using methods heavily influenced by the vaquero-style cowboy tradition, we take horses on a month-by-month basis. In an effort to build and create a new language built on trust, we look to establish a healthy working relationship between the horse and owner. We encourage the owner to come and watch training sessions, learn about this new relationship so that they can be as much a part of the effort towards change as the horse himself.
Contact:
E-mail: johnsonhorsetraining@gmail.com
Phone Number: (1) 573-512-0391
Website Design by Clingman Photography ~ Photo Cards and Inspiration
Living Food
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- COWS MILK PRODUCTS: Raw Milk, Yogurt, Feta Cheese, Artisan cheeses (including Jalapeno, Date & Pecan, Basil Pesto, Mediterranean etc.) Cream Cheeses, Ranch Dressing, Butter, Ricotta, Panir...
- GOAT MILK PRODUCTS: Milk, Chevre, Artisan Cheeses (including Herbed Cranberry, Chocolate Chip, and an assortment of Chevre logs) and Goat Milk Soap (see Apphia tab above),
- PROBIOTICS: Yogurt, Living Sauerkraut, Kombucha
Email: valleyvisionranch@gmail.com
Facebook: Valley Vision Ranch, or Apphia Jean
Phone Number: 573-842-8676
Apphia Store
(Products not available for online purchase. In Store Purchase only) If you are new to bar soaps, just lather up your loofa and enjoy! We use only natural ingredients, 100% Essential Oils, and its all made in my home kitchen. This is my continued journey. This is Apphia. P.S. If you are a business owner, and would like an Apphia presence in your store, please call for information on our wholesale pricing and package deals.
Women
Lavender Bud Goat Milk Soap
Incredibly nourishing and wonderful when you want to pamper yourself all day long. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Rose Petals Goat Milk Soap
If soap can be romantic, this one will make a girl feel like a woman. Imagine a rose garden in full bloom no matter what time of the year. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Chamomile and Lavendar Goat Milk Soap
Made with the relaxing scents of chamomile and lavender, its like drinking a cup of warm chamomile tea in the shower! 4 ounce bar.
$6
Cloves, Oats, and Honey Goat Milk Soap
A little touch of Autumn, this soap is made by adding cloves, finely ground oats and raw honey. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Nothing Fancy Goat Milk Soap
Maybe you're a hunter who needs no-scent soap or have sensitivities to fragrances yet still desire nourishing qualities; this is a pure and simple lye soap. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Eucalyptus Mint Goat Milk Soap
Our newest creation, this soap is fresh and perfect for helping clear the senses. 4 ounce bar.
$6
"The Working Man's" Blueberry Seed Scrub Goat Milk Soap
Something fresh, plenty of lather, and a scrub to get those hands clean: Originally designed for men but quickly became a favorite for us women. Plus everything, even down to the blue colorant, is all natural. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Heart of Cedar Goat Milk Soap
Loving our Missouri forests, this soap is my husband’s creation: it looks and smells like you’ve just cut down a Cedar tree. 4 ounce bar.
$6
Bug Off Goat Milk Soap (Seasonal)
If you are one of the unfortunate ones to whom bugs are attracted when you step out your front door, this soap is for you. Before you spray your loved ones with harmful chemical sprays, lather up your little ones and yourself with this soap instead if you are planning an outdoorsy day. Made with a blend of citronella and other “bug off” essential oils to keep those bugs at bay! 4 ounce bar.
$6
Liquid Gold Beeswax Balm (Lotion)
Get ready for truly healthy skin summer or winter! Upon application it feels a tad "greasy" but wait for it... give your skin a moment to drink its nourishment... and voila! Silky, moist skin the way it was meant to look and feel. A little goes a long way! Made with a beeswax base - the only lotion base untouched by man. For normal, dry, and sensitive skin. 4 ounce jar.
$6
Deodorant
One of the difficulties when making the transition to an all natural lifestyle is finding an effective deodorant. When you work hard all day, your body odor does not need to let the world know! Designed to allow your body to breath so it does not clog your pores; it is made for both men and women. 4 ounce jar.
$8.00
Sugar Scrub
You will absolutely think you experienced a day spa at home! I had no idea what I had been missing all of these years! These are excellent paired with a goat's milk soap. Click the "i" icon for the list of 7 scrubs to choose from! 16 ounce jar.
$12.00
Goat Milk Laundry Detergent
Made for the most sensitive skin in mind, we use this for our whole family. It gets our cowboy jeans clean even on the hardest working days here on the ranch and yet it is soft enough for our baby girl's skin and dresses. Made using our Goat Milk Stain Stick and other natural ingredients, give your clothes a wash or two to remove all the commercial petro-chemicals. Your clothes and skin will be thankful for the difference! Use in both Regular and HE machines. 2lb will do about 25 large loads.
$8.00
Goat Milk Stain Stick
Instead of commercial chemical options, spot clean your clothes with this stain stick made with our nourishing goat's milk. Gently rub onto those stubborn spots and wash as usual. 5oz bar...if you are a "DIYourselfer" and make your own detergent...grate 2 bars of the Stain Stick instead of other laundry soap bars for a 100% natural end product!
$7.00
Bath Salts
Made using aroma therapeutic-grade essential oils, and excellent for reducing swelling, use as a drawing agent or simply to relax after a long day. Use a quarter bag for a foot soak or half a bag for a single use in a warm bath. 15 ounce bag. Click the "i" icon for the list of bath salts!
$10.00
Nuts & Oats Exfoliator
This exfoliator specifically designed for our face is to be used to just lightly slough off the dead skin without stripping our face of its natural oils. Wonderful when paired with a goat’s milk soap or if doing a “hot oil cleanse.” Made with finely ground organic nuts and oats. 8 ounce jar.
$8.00
Men
Nothing Fancy Goat Milk Soap
Designed for hunters, those who don't like any scent and those whose sensitive skin won't tolerate even essential oils.
$6
"The Working Man's" Blueberry Seed Scrub Goat Milk Soap
Something minty fresh, plenty of lather, and a scrub to get those hands clean: just what the men have been asking for, plus everything, even down to the blue colorant, is all natural.
$6
Heart of Cedar Goat Milk Soap
Loving our Missouri forests, this soap is my husband’s creation: it looks and smells like you’ve just cut down a Cedar tree.
$6
Bug Off Goat Milk Soap
If you are one of the unfortunate ones to whom bugs are attracted when you step out your front door, this soap is for you. Before you spray yourself with harmful chemical sprays, lather up with this soap instead if you are planning to be outside. Effective to keep ticks, mosquitoes etc away! Made with a blend of citronella and other “bug off” essential oils. Safe to bathe your dogs and animals with too! 4oz bar
$6
Anywhere Balm
Why search for 4 products when you could buy ONE and SOLVE IT ALL! Use this balm as after shave, naturally style hair, moisturize the scalp, and Shine & TAME that BEARD! Use it ANYWHERE you need an ounce of masculine spirit and a healing touch. It's the new Manly Thing!
$7
Deodorant
Natural AND Effective deodorant is HARD to find for a woman much less a man. When we started making and we both started using this deodorant 4+ years ago we have never looked back! YES. It’s strong enough to withstand your hardest working days, Men!
$8
Men's Box
Rustic Handcrafted Wooden Box with Apphia Men's Logo face burned on the lid made by my Cowboy Husband, is designed for the Cowboy in us all. Comes with 2 Men's bar soaps, a Mens Deodorant and an Anywhere Balm. If you have a specific request on soap please say so, otherwise it will be Heart of Cedar and The Working Man's Blueberry Seed scrub. Made to Order. Please allow 3-4 weeks.
$45.00
Goat's Milk Shaving Bar Soap
Made with our goats milk for extra PH Balance and plenty of lather, throw it in your favorite cup, lather up with your favorite bristle brush or just in your hands and Voila! Great for any skin type even sensitive skin!
$6
Shaving Soap in Travel Jar
You asked and here it is. For the traveling man, or the traditionalist who likes his bar in a cup and has his own brush, this is our men's Goat Milk Shaving Soap in a mason jar with a leak proof lid.
$15.00
Shaving Soap Gift Set
This a Great Gift set for the Man who is ALL about his BEARD LINE, the Every-Day Shaver or a Coming-of-Age gift! The set includes the Goat Milk Shaving Soap in a Traveling Jar complete with a Beautiful wood-handled Badger hair Brush. Softest and most durable Brush Set will leave his face silky smooth. Recommend following with the Anywhere Balm for the perfect final moisturizing touch.
$35.00
Men's Shaving Box
Rustic Handcrafted Wooden Box with Apphia Men's Logo face burned on the lid made by my Cowboy Husband, is designed for the Cowboy in us all. Includes Shaving Soap in Travel Jar, Badger Hair Brush and Anywhere Balm. Made to Order. Please allow 3-4 weeks.
$55
Children
Bag of Goat Milk Soap Toys
These little figurines are just the right size for little hands! Get kids involved in making bath time fun as they choose their favorite bag of soap “toys.” Super gentle and nourishing for their beautiful skin. Made with calming Chamomile and Lavender essential oil. Great for skin suffering from eczema, psoriasis, extremely dry skin etc. Be cautious it is not “tear free.” Follow up with the Baby Balm for a touch of moisturizing lotion.
$6
Diaper Rash & Boo-Boo Salve
When they are in the diaper stage, babies need something that is IMMEDIATELY effective for extremely sore, red and blistering bums! Change up their food and spread on this ointment made with amazing healing herbs. Then as they grow up into the walking, running, climbing and falling stages, instead of using commercial antiseptics with a petroleum base, try using this all natural healing salve for all those “boo-boos” instead!
$7
Baby Balm (Lotion)
After bath time, babies love to be gently massaged. Use this lotion to nourish their skin and scalps to help with cradle cap, and other skin needs.
$6
Goat Milk Laundry Detergent
You will notice the difference when you switch your clothes to this all natural detergent made with our nourishing Goats Milk. We use it for our whole family. It cleans my husband’s cowboy jeans and yet is gentle enough for our babies’ softest dresses. Give your clothes a few washes with this detergent to get all the petrochemicals out of them and you will shout the difference! Use in Regular or HE machines. Rinse with ½ cup vinegar for a disinfectant and fabric softener.
$8.00
Food Store
Our products are All-Natural, grass fed with no added hormones or chemicals. Taste the difference from our farm fresh, pasture raised ingredients!
All Food
$10
$20
$5
Milk
Cheese
$6
$5
$8
$8
Meat
Apphia
Apphia Men
We are a team…Ranching Cowboy Husband & City girl turned Rancher Wife. What a DUO! Together we make things exciting!! AND we make exciting things!! What started out as Apphia Jean needed to branch off for the men. With a combined 10+ years research into natural and God-designed life, here we present a Men’s Line for the hardworking man. The cracked-hands need healing. The rough skin needs a refreshing balance. The beards need a Masculine, Sexy softness for their ladies. We use our goat’s milk, only natural ingredients, and 100% essential oils and it’s all made in our home kitchen. This is our continued journey.
Apphia Baby
Everything seems to change when we first become a parent! But one thing remains the same: From the moment we first lay eyes on our new baby till the time they are grown and gone, we want the BEST for our children!! And that means staying far from chemicals, parabens and things that are known carcinogens or encourage skin damage on our kids!! Being a mom of now three children under 8 years old, it’s not only a goal, it’s my calling to take care of what has been entrusted to me. Now I share with you some of my products that I will only use on my own children, some of whom have extremely sensitive skin. No matter how young, these products are safe for our newest little babies and all the way up! We use only natural ingredients, 100% essential oils and it’s all made in my home kitchen. This is my continued journey as Mom.
Apphia Jean
Apphia Jean started as a tiny seed. A thought. A dream. Now, Apphia is one part of Valley Vision Ranch. Apphia Jean is the WOMEN'S LINE of Goat Milk Soaps and Natural Products. In a world saturated with products full of everything unnatural, we lather chemicals, alcohol, mineral oil and parabens on our skin--things meant to preserve and pamper but we believe we are suffering the consequences. We invite you to join us on our journey of excitement and discovery of what was originally Created to preserve our health and promote our healing! We use only natural ingredients, 100% Essential Oils and its all made in our home kitchen. This is my continued journey. This is Apphia Jean.
Testimonials
Contact
- Fremont, MO, USA
- 420 Carter 164
- 573-842-8676
- valleyvisionranch@gmail.com
- Our Ranch is located in between Van Buren and Winona, MO. If you would like to schedule a visit, just contact us!
