Our Story
Five years ago, Tara and Scott made a wild decision: swap the convenience of city life for early mornings, muddy boots, and the sweet smell of cow... enthusiasm. They sold their house, packed up the kids, and dove headfirst into the farming life in the beautiful Snohomish River Valley.
That’s how Luckie Farms came to life—a dream fueled by love, laughter, and a slight underestimation of how stubborn cows can be.
Since then, they've embraced everything from raising cattle and wrangling horses to hosting school field trips, community events, and farm experiences. Basically, if it involves dirt, critters, or corral fences, they’ve done it—with plenty of bloopers along the way.
The best part? Their boys, Liam and Ethan, are growing up learning the value of hard work, fresh air, and strategic hiding when chores are being handed out.
Luckie Farms has become more than just a farm—it’s a place where friends gather, memories are made, and nature keeps everyone on their toes. Tara and Scott are grateful every day (even the ones that start with a flat tractor tire) to be living their dream—boots on, hearts full, and coffee always brewing.
Planning on a visit to the farm? Tara and Scott are downright thrilled to welcome you into the dream they somehow turned into reality. Watching your joy reminds them exactly why they love doing this. Their biggest hope? That this little slice of happiness inspires you to chase your own dreams (whatever that may be)—and live your best life, one beautiful moment at a time.
Tara Luckie
Tara has always claimed she was born to be a farmer—despite growing up with more schoolbooks than pitchforks. Her grandfather was a wheat farmer in Eastern Washington, and while the family eventually traded tractors for traffic lights, Tara never stopped telling anyone who would listen that she was going to be a farmer when she grew up. Her only credentials at the time? A couple of horse camps and an unshakable belief that animals are better than people (just kidding).
Instead of heading straight for the fields, Tara took a scenic route through the world of education. She started as a teacher, then spent over 15 years running education-based nonprofits, all while collecting an impressive lineup of degrees: a Master’s in Education, a Master’s in Nonprofit Leadership, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.
Eventually, the call of the countryside (and the dream of owning more boots than meetings) pulled her back to her roots. Today, Tara blends her love for youth education, animals, and agriculture advocacy in the best possible way: as a full-time farmer, community connector, and passionate champion for the next generation of ag leaders. Farm life suits her high-energy, always-on-the-go personality—and she wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s a wild, muddy, joyful ride, and she wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Tara also serves as President of the Snohomish Farm Bureau. You don’t have to own a tractor to join—whether you're a fellow farmer or just someone who likes their veggies with a side of advocacy, there's a spot for you as a “friend of the farmer.” Learn more about the Snohomish Farm Bureau.
Scott's grandfather grew up farming the dry lands of Eastern Washington, and apparently, the "farm gene" skipped a generation—or at least hit the snooze button. Scott didn’t even know he had it until the family started visiting a cattle ranch out east. One minute he was a city guy, the next he was riding horses and herding cattle, wondering how on earth he'd gone so long without owning a pair of cowboy boots.
Something clicked. Maybe it was the fresh air. Maybe it was the cattle. Maybe it was the fact that chores on a ranch come with a lot more dirt and a lot fewer emails.
Scott and Tara realized they wanted that life—not just for themselves, but for their two boys. So they did the brave (some might say slightly wild) thing and sold their city house to start Luckie Farms. These days, Scott's living proof that you can pivot to farm life with a sense of humor and a willingness to Google things like “why is my cow mooing at me.”
Every day on the farm is a new adventure—complete with animals that don’t read instruction manuals. But Scott wouldn’t have it any other way.
He now serves on the board of the Snohomish Farm Bureau and is on the Snohomish County Agricultural Advisory Board. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or someone who just enjoys a good farm-fresh tomato, you’re welcome to join as a member—or as a proud “friend-of-the-farmer.”
Scott Luckie
