Farm History

 

Original Stewards

We recognize the Kaskaskia, Shawandasse, Myaamia, and Hopewell tribes who originally stewarded these lands.

Map courtesy of Native Land Digital Note: This map does not represent or intend to represent official or legal boundaries of any Indigenous nations. To learn about definitive boundaries, contact Native Land Digital.

Map courtesy of Native Land Digital

Note: This map does not represent or intend to represent official or legal boundaries of any Indigenous nations. To learn about definitive boundaries, contact Native Land Digital.

 

Oberly Family

Charles (Frank) Oberly moved to Urbana, Ohio sometime in the 1930s to start a cattle farm.

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Nettle Creek Nursery

Operated by Beverly and Charles Oberly from 1989 - 2018, growing ornamental trees, shrubs, and other perennials.

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Oaks & Sprouts Limited

Founded by Tonni and Graham Oberly in 2020 over a shared passion for equity, land stewardship, and good food.