Carlena Lindstrom Founder & Owner

Animals have always been at the heart of Carlena’s life. From her earliest memories, she was surrounded by dogs, cats, and horses, developing a deep appreciation for the comfort, companionship, and joy they bring. These experiences fostered a lifelong passion for animal care and welfare.

That passion eventually inspired Carlena to create The Van Brunt Farm—a place where others could experience the same connection to animals that has enriched her life for so many years. What started as a dream became a welcoming farm dedicated to sharing the wonders of animals, educating visitors, and creating meaningful experiences for families and individuals of all ages.

Today, The Van Brunt Farm reflects Carlena’s commitment to compassionate animal care, community engagement, and fostering lasting connections between people and animals. Her hope is that every visitor leaves with a greater appreciation for the animals that make our lives so special.

Why Van Brunt Farm

Our name, Van Brunt, represents a perfect harmony between personal connection, a shared passion for animal welfare, and a deep-rooted agricultural heritage. The inspiration for our name began when Carlena met her husband, finding an immediate connection over their mutual love for animals. In exploring the Van Brunt family lineage, Carlena discovered a profound historical legacy of ancestors who were dedicated to early American farming, agriculture, and land management. By uniting this modern passion for animal care with a generational history of land stewardship, the Van Brunt name perfectly reflects our core values of integrity, compassion, and a deep respect for the natural world.

The farm was born from a vision to build an engaging environment focused on meaningful connection and lasting memories. Van Brunt Farm operates as a versatile enterprise—offering hands-on animal experiences and stunning acreage for private events.