About – Copper Moose Farm

Q: Can I join your CSA?

Yes! sign-up here . 2026 CSA shares are still available. Share pick-up will begin the last week of May and run for 18-20 weeks.

WHAT WE DO

Copper Moose Farm was established in 2007 with the aim to provide the highest quality produce to the Park City community. We make mindful and sustainable choices from seed to harvest, and all of the growing that takes place in between. We are passionate growers and we take great care to treat our crops well, both above and below ground, every step of the way.

OUR VISION

At our core, we believe in sustainability and ethical farming. By choosing to eat locally-grown produce from Copper Moose Farm, you are consuming fresh vegetables that are harvested in season, supporting local farmers, and encouraging the sustainable and humane techniques practiced to grow your food.

ABOUT THE FARM

Copper Moose Farm is a high-altitude farm located at 7000 ft. elevation, operating on 3 acres of growable land between outdoor fields and greenhouses.

Our main growing season is from Spring to Fall (typically early May to late October). With the help of our greenhouses, we are able to continue growing indoors during the snowy winter months to keep locally grown produce on your table year-round!

ABOUT THE FARM Stand

Visit our on-site farm stand from spring through fall to purchase freshly harvested produce, flower arrangements, and an array of artisan goods from our local community partners.

The farm stand is a market with local charm, and makes for a wonderful place to gather and stop by along your bike ride or walk. Come on in and check out our harvest!

NEW! 2026 FARM STAND SUMMER HOURS

The Farm Stand is now OPEN.

Summer Hours:

Thursdays 12 pm – 6 pm
Saturdays 9 am – 5 pm

OUR PRACTICES

We start all of our crops by direct sowing or in starting trays for later transplanting in the fields and greenhouses. We make our own starting potting mix, consisting of utelite, peat moss, and our farm-fresh compost.

We use biodynamic practices to ensure our soil is nutrient rich. We practice crop rotation and use microbial inoculants and organic soil amendments (OMRI approved) when necessary to ensure the healthiest crops.

With our focus on sustainability, we continue to grow our solar production on the farm. We also use passive season extension practices to gain an edge on our short growing season.

Our greenhouses allow us to start crops indoors for transplanting in the fields, to grow in the wintertime, and produce vegetables that we otherwise wouldn’t be able to grow in our bioregion, such as tomatoes and cucumbers.

All weeding is done by hand and we practice integrated pest management (IPM) to fend off insect pests. We rely on our trusty farm dogs and cats to keep pesky voles and potguts away.

We are partnering with Park City Community Gardens and EATS to glean and donate surplus vegetables. Remaining crops are either composted or mowed and returned to the soil, in turn feeding the next rotation of crops.

MEET YOUR FARMERS

Growing food would not be possible without the dedicated and hard-working team of farmers who put their hearts into cultivating the land, volunteers and staff alike. The team doesn’t just keep the farm running, but truly makes it thrive. We are pleased to have the opportunity to grow for you.

THE CMF CREW

Ben

Property Manager

Ben

Ben Smaha is originally from Cape Elizabeth, Maine. He was a guide and a ski patroller in Alaska prior to moving to Park City in 2004. He worked for the trails department and learned of Copper Moose Farm by working on the adjacent McLeod Creek trail. He first started volunteering at the farm, then worked as a farmer for 6 years, and now he manages the property.

Ben is the tractor and irrigation guru and is always helpful lending a hand with any job on the farm. Ben enjoys keeping busy with various tasks around the property, and no two days are quite the same for him. You may see him buzzing around helping the operation in countless ways, with the farm owners' dog, Smudge, happily following him from task to task.

Ben has two sons, Zach and Nolan whose favorite Copper Moose Farm veggies are the carrot bunches. When Ben's not at work you can find him playing and coaching lacrosse during the summer and skiing in the winter.

RONI

Farm Manager

RONI

Roni relocated to Park City most recently from Crested Butte, Colorado but has spent that past decade working across the sustainable agriculture field and farming in numerous parts of the country.

If we're getting fancy, Roni's favorite condiment is a spicy relish otherwise *dare she say* MAYO.

Roni finds the flow of small-scale farming to be some of the most rewarding work. When she's not on the farm, she likes to bike, run, cook, and play in the mountains.

ANNIKA

Lead Farmer

ANNIKA

Annika is from Vermont and grew up on a dairy farm. This is her third season at Copper Moose Farm.

Outside the farm, find Annika at Rendezvous Run leading run club, trailing running with her dog Sidney, or doing yoga.

Favorite Condiment: Butter!

Sophia

Farm Stand Manager

Sophia

Sophia has been spending time in Utah since 2018 and is proud to now be a local in Park City. She can't imagine living elsewhere. Sophia is passionate about supporting local farmers, vendors, and chefs.

Sophia believes that good food starts with healthy soil, sustainable practices, and a strong sense of community. When she's not at Copper Moose Farm, you can find her teaching at Deer Valley Ski School, skiing, biking, cooking, and exploring with her dogs.

Favorite Condiment: Homemade chimichurri with fresh, local ingredients! She also loves hot honey.

HOPE

Farm Crew

HOPE

Hope moved to Utah from Maine in 2019 and has spent the past 5 years farming in both Maine and the Utah/Wasatch-back. Hope is a passionate farmer and loves all alliums (garlic, scallions, leeks).

When Hope is not at Copper Moose Farm, you can find her watching the WNBA, cheering on the Utah Royals and Utah Mammoth, and enjoying life in Utah.

Favorite Condiment: Mayo! A mid-summer BLT with lots of mayo is her favorite farmer lunch.

CALEB

Farm Crew

CALEB

Caleb is 29 years old and grew up in Vermont. He moved to Utah in 2019 and has been exploring the Wasatch since. This is Caleb's first year working on a farm but he's learning lots and having fun!

In his free time, Caleb enjoys biking, running, skiing, cold plunging, and playing keyboard with his friends.

Favorite Condiment: Spicy brown mustard. His favorite veggie to grow is bindweed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I volunteer or work at Copper Moose Farm?

We rely on a strong team of employees and incredible volunteers to keep the farm running. We work hard and get dirty, all while enjoying the benefits of working outside with a great crew.

Our job application is closed for the 2025 summer season, but keep an eye out for future job opportunities.

Interested in joining our team as a volunteer? We are interested in you too! Reach out to learn about our current volunteer positions.

Can I join your CSA?

Yes! sign-up here. 2026 CSA shares are still available. Share pick-up will begin the last week of May and run for 18-20 weeks.

How does the online store work?

During the summer, we offer vegetables in an online pre-sale for local pick-up at our farm stand during normal business hours (no deliveries or shipping). For questions, contact us! To get on our email list for reminders about our vegetable pre-sale and winter online store, join our newsletter!

Can I purchase CMF produce in the winter?

Yes! In the winter all of our growing moves inside the greenhouses. The farm stand remains closed for the winter and our online store is the only way to purchase vegetables from CMF until the farm stand opens again in late May or early June. During the winter months, we offer items like salad mix, arugula, micro greens, scallions, bok choi, head lettuce, and herbs, depending on availability of production and growth.