Rooted in
something bigger.
Scissortail Farm was built on a simple belief: children are capable of more than we sometimes give them the opportunity to discover.
Nestled on 40 acres in the Loudoun Valley, Scissortail Farm is a family-run farm where children are encouraged to learn by doing. Here, lessons happen in the barn, the garden, the pasture and everywhere in between.
Whether they're caring for an animal, learning where their food comes from or simply getting their hands dirty, children have the opportunity to build confidence, responsibility and a deeper connection to the world around them.
A different kind of classroom.
Meet
Alexandra ardelean
Teacher. Horsewoman. Farmer. Founder.
For Alexandra Ardelean, Scissortail Farm brings together two lifelong passions: teaching children and working with animals.
Alex has spent more than 20 years as an educator and more than 30 years riding and working with horses. Her journey has taken her from therapeutic riding and ranches across the West to ranch management in Tennessee and show-jumping instruction in Chicago.
Today, Alex and her family call 40 acres in Round Hill, Virginia home. Scissortail gives her the opportunity to combine everything she's learned into a place where children can experience education a little differently, with animals to care for, land to explore and plenty of room to grow.
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FROM OUR FARM TO YOUR BOOKSHELF
This Scissortail Story
Is Just The Beginning
Inspired by real animals and true adventures from Scissortail Farm, A Christmas with the Retrievers brings a little piece of farm life from our pastures to your bookshelf.
Be among the first to bring the story home. Follow the link below for preorder details, book updates and more from Scissortail Farm.
Gulianna McKeon
Gulianna has been part of the Scissortail Farm family for two years. She helps support family and camp activities and especially enjoys the opportunity to spend time with the farm's animals. Her favorites are the horses!
Family & Camp Operations
Meet the Scissortail Farm Team
Avery Garnett
Farm & Camp Manager
Avery has been part of the Scissortail Farm family for five years! She keeps daily farm and camp operations running smoothly, coordinating staff, supplies, and summer camp activities. Her favorite farm animal is Wyatt, and outside of work, she loves spending time with her red heeler, Sierra.
Jack Underwood
Farm & Camp Operations Lead
Jack has been a valued member of the Scissortail Farm team for four years. From organizing morning activities to engaging with campers and caring for livestock, he helps create fun, memorable experiences while keeping the farm running smoothly.
Olivia Dietz
Olivia has spent two years helping make Scissortail Farm a welcoming place for families and campers. Her favorite part of working on the farm is spending time with the animals, especially the horses! Outside of the farm, she enjoys making memories with family and friends.
George Weglian
Lead Camp Operations
For four years, George has helped bring Scissortail Farm's camp experiences to life through activity planning, coordination, and camper engagement. When he's not busy creating fun experiences for campers, he enjoys playing football and spending time with family and friends.
Joe Jackson
Joe has been part of the Scissortail Farm team for three years, and his favorite part of the job is working with the animals, especially the horses! When he's not on the farm, you'll likely find him playing baseball or enjoying a day of fishing.
Farm Team Member
Family & Camp Operations
