From City Life to First-Time Farmers

Josh Clark and his family made the leap from city living in St. Albans to a 50-acre farm nestled in the Appalachian Mountains. With 15 acres of pasture and the rest wooded, they now tend cows and chickens, with plans to expand into sheep, goats, and crops. Despite having no prior farming experience, neighbors pitched in to help them get started, offering advice and even selling them livestock.

“Neither one of us were farmers. We’re winging it and learning as we go.”

The Allure and the Challenge of Farm Life

“It’s just death and life constantly over and over again.”

Managing a farm has its highs and lows. Between daily chores, feeding animals, and learning new skills like hoof care, Josh and his wife have embraced the hard work. They also have plans for a livestock guardian dog to protect their flock from local predators. Through it all, their family works together, from cutting grass to handling chores, enjoying the hands-on lifestyle that comes with rural living.

The Haunting That Inspired a Book

“Your turn.”

The serenity of Shoals Hollow was interrupted by a mysterious presence: the Hag. Josh’s daughter reported seeing it, prompting him to document the experiences in his debut book, The Haunting of Shoals Hollow. Inspired by true events and fictionally structured for storytelling, the book explores supernatural forces, family bonds, and confronting the unknown.The Audible version even includes ambient sounds, from eerie noises to cows mooing, adding an immersive experience for listeners.

Want to hear the all the details of ghostly intrigue, family secrets and a small town? Watch the full interview with Josh Clark and enter the realm that is Shoals Hollow.