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A Hobby Farm is Born - The Origin Story of Golden Gate

Updated: Sep 22

We are sisters and co-founders of Golden Gate Farms, and very excited to share with you a journey that started many, many years ago. 

Lil' Sis and Big Sis posing with their pets in 1985

As two young girls, growing up in a loving but financially limited family we learned at a young age to make do, be creative and use our big imaginations to nurture our need for adventure. We also LOVED animals.


Our time together was spent in the backyard, woods and bedrooms creating a fantastical land, inspired by what we loved but often didn't have.  Our secret land of Golden Gate was filled with ordinary, yet extraordinary animals and our adventures lasted well past sunset.


fantasy horses grazing in the woods

Our most beloved animals in Golden Gate were Chrysanthemum and Lady Sapphire; two beautiful mares, overlooked and underappreciated by the world that were given a remarkable second chance when they came into our lives.  Our love and dedication helped the once neglected mares thrive and their loyalty helped us grow. 

Golden Gate was so much more than a game for us. It was a secret world that taught us how to be strong, hard working, kind, compassionate and ultimately helped us navigate our childhood and early adolescent years. More importantly, Golden Gate strengthened our sisterly bond while encouraging us both to live our dreams.

As we grew and our imaginations faded, Golden Gate became a sweet memory we talked about often.  What never faded was our passion for animals and dream of creating a special place where we could enjoy their companionship in a loving, respectful way.

Our families are by our side as the greatest chapter of our story unfolds. With the upcoming launch of Golden Gate Farms we are living our dream and hope to inspire others to live theirs too!

Big Sis with Annie the Missouri Fox Trotter and Sako a senior quarter horse
Lil' Sis posing with one of her hens at Golden Gate Farms Murray Kentucky
Big Sis and Lil' Sis from Golden Gate Farms



Darla & Karrie - Big Sis & Little Sis - The Golden Gate Girls


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