About Us

Fourth Light Farm is dedicated to cultivating healthy soil, nourishing communities, and sharing the joy of sustainable agriculture. We believe that the foundation of a thriving ecosystem starts beneath our feet.

Through education, hands-on projects, and outreach, we aim to inspire a deeper connection to the land and empower individuals and communities to embrace sustainable practices.

Meet Our Team

The people behind Fourth Light Farm.

Frank "Nick" Zumbo

Frank "Nick" Zumbo — Chairman

Chairman of Fourth Light Farm and owner of FLF Construction. With over a decade of hands-on agriculture experience, he's driving the farm's mission to build an educational space for students, families, and educators alike.

Melissa Dowling

Melissa Dowling — Secretary

Secretary of Fourth Light Farm and owner of Rooted Healing, an Ayurvedic practice. Melissa is passionate about restoring balance to mind, body, and spirit through natural pathways, and brings a lifelong love of the outdoors and hands-on farm experience to the team.

Corrigan "Corry" Allenburg

Corrigan "Corry" Allenburg — Chief Program Coordinator

Raised on his family's farm in Wilton, NH, Corry has spent the last decade learning crops, foraging, animal husbandry, gardening, and processing. He brings a deep passion for the outdoors and hands-on animal care to the Fourth Light Farm community.

Kat Hirak

Kat Hirak — Vice Chair

Vice Chair of Fourth Light Farm. Raised in Bethel, VT with a lifelong connection to nature, Kat studied Outdoor Education at Johnson College and brings a background in plants, natural arts, and animal care to the team. She's also a local muralist who has traveled widely, drawing inspiration from intentional communities across the country.

Drew Willard

Drew Willard — IT Director

IT Director of Fourth Light Farm, overseeing the farm's tech systems, coordination, and operations. A lifelong outdoorsman with experience guiding whitewater and mountain biking excursions, Drew brings a deep respect for nature and is excited to help bring curriculum and conservation to others through FLF.

Join Our Team

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