ABOUT US
In 2024, Hat Creek set out on a mission to help clients achieve the highest potential of their land and growing spaces. From Hat Creek's inception, we have focused on ecological function, system efficiency, and have held ourselves to the highest standard of craftsmanship and aesthetics.
We help turn your visions into reality—from backyards and rooftops to established farms and gardens. With over 20 years of combined experience in agriculture, earthwork, infrastructure, land restoration, and ecological design, Hat Creek is excited to collaborate with individuals and businesses alike.
Co-Founder
Daniel Gutberlet
I am an ecological designer, educator, farm business planner and an on farm manager. My specific farm design work specializes in regenerative agriculture, intensive agroforestry systems, livestock integration, diversified annual/perennial production, key-line design, and whole farm viability and profitability. I studied at the University of Vermont where I received a bachelors degree in Agro-Ecology. Shortly after my time in Vermont I moved to Ventura, California where I managed Apricot Lane Farms or “ The Biggest little Farm.” From there I have helped to design/manage farms from California to Maryland.
Co-Founder
Michael Ward
I am a native Mainer with a passion for agriculture, building, and sustainability. Over the past thirteen years, I have been learning how to consciously combine these passions to become a mindful steward of the land I love working on. I have operated heavy equipment since the age of seventeen and have spent thousands of hours mastering all facets of the earthwork and excavation industry. In 2019, I moved to Southern California to work at Apricot Lane Farms, also known as 'The Biggest Little Farm", where I was first introduced to Daniel. My time in California also included working for Shepherdess Land and Livestock, a contract grazing operation dedicated to land management and wildfire mitigation. These work experiences provided me with a comprehensive education and an in-depth understanding of regenerative farming and ranching, soil health, biodiversity, animal integration, stockmanship, holistic infrastructure development, habitat restoration, and more.
