Winterizing the Stationary Hives
"The wind has turned cold across the river-bottoms. Today we insulated the hives with locally threshed straw..."
Read EntryRiver Run Farms
by Hand and by HillsideOur Stewardship
River Run Farms is a 5-acre layered ecology situated in the river-bottoms of Cabot Station. We believe in Permaculture Stewardship—the art of selecting livestock and crops that naturally harmonize with the Appalachian landscape. By mimicking natural forest systems, we create a closed loop: our forest-grazed goats clear the understory, our bees pollinate the orchards, and our silt-enriched soil yields nutrient-dense staples for our community.
River Run Mercantile
Provisions and sundry goods
The Dairy & Apothecary
Small-batch goat milk and slow-cultured chèvre. Our apothecary line includes hand-pressed milk soaps and pasture-infused tallow balms for restorative skin care.
The Cellar & Cidery
Home of Liquid Luck Golden Delicious Hard Cider. We craft wild-fermented Paw Paw Wine, crisp Pear Lambics, and rotating seasonal botanical brews.
The Apiary & Honey House
Stationary "bee-centric" techniques. We specialize in botanical-infused honeys (elderberry, lavender, and pine) and artisanal beeswax salves.
Forest & Field Offerings
Forest Fungi
Gourmet and medicinal mushrooms cultivated on hardwood logs in our shaded river-bottom forest margins.
The Harvest Rows (PYO)
Seasonal Pick-Your-Own: blueberries, blackberries, currants in summer; apples, pears, paw paws, and pumpkins in autumn.
West Virginia Wildflowers
Our native wildflower bottom offers seasonal cut-your-own bouquets. Wander through the silt-enriched meadows to gather heritage blooms that define the Appalachian landscape.
Seasonal Traditions
The Pumpkin Patch
Autumn at River Run is marked by the ripening of our heirloom pumpkins and squash. Grown in the rich river-silt, these varieties are selected for both culinary excellence and rugged beauty.
Santa's Village
As the hills turn white, the farm mercantile transforms into an Appalachian Santa’s Village. We celebrate with handcrafted goods, warm cider from the cellar, and restorative community spirit.
The River Run Farmstand
Our stationary hub serves as a seasonal trading post for Cabot Station. From heirloom plant starts in the spring to silt-enriched garden provisions in the summer, the farmstand is where our layered ecology meets the community.
Heronsbrook Wools
Coming 2031: The Heritage Fiber Studio
As part of our final master plan phase, Heronsbrook Wools will introduce heritage-breed sheep to our river-bottom pastures. These flocks are selected for their long-staple luster and hardiness. Our vision is a complete "soil-to-sweater" cycle, where raw fleeces are processed, carded, and spun right here in Cabot Station.
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Dispatch from the Bottoms
The First Pressing of Liquid Luck
"The Golden Delicious harvest exceeded expectations. The first wild fermentation is bubbling in the cellar..."
Read EntryTallow Balms & Botanical Infusions
"Harvesting the last of the lavender before the frost. The apothecary is heavy with the scent of pine..."
Read EntryFarm Memberships
Founder's Circle
The Patron's Subscription. Direct investment in our 2029 Winery expansion and 2031 Fiber Studio.
- Monthly Curated "Patron" Box
- Priority access to Liquid Luck (Year 3)
- Solidarity: Subsidizes a local family.
$75.00 USD
Sustainer Tier
For our Cabot Station neighbors. A commitment to local food security through at-cost household staples.
- Weekly seasonal garden provisions
- Fresh milk & culinary herbs
- Exclusively for Calhoun County residents
$25.00 USD
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The Five-Year Master Plan
2026: Year 0
Foundation: Establishment of the Solar-Powered Hub & Initial Dairy Herd.
2027: Year 1
Infrastructure: Completion of Grade A Dairy & High-Fidelity Hub Facility.
2029: Year 3
The Winery: "Liquid Luck" Cider launch & Farm Winery Licensing.
2031: Year 5
Heronsbrook: Integration of wool sheep & Heritage Fiber Studio.