My name is Krista Cressman-Buck and I am the Executive Director at Steckle Heritage Farm.  I grew up in Waterloo County and not unlike the Steckle family, I too can trace my family roots way back into the early settlers of this area.  I have lived in many places, but it is always Waterloo Region that has felt like "home" to me.  This community is vibrant, growing, rich in history and set in a beautiful mix of urban and rural.

Many paths lead me to having what I like to call "the best job in the world".  I have an undergraduate degree from the University of Waterloo in Political Science.  I took this degree in a co-op program and had the experiences of working in Provincial and Federal levels of government.  Though I wanted to work in non-profit or social policy, my path took me into teaching.  For a number of years I worked as an Elementary teacher and also as the Oxford County Dairy Educator providing presentations and seminars on farming, nutrition and the Ag Industry to classrooms and groups across the County.  It was here that my passion for teaching people about the importance of Agriculture began. 

Before I took the position with Steckle Heritage Farm I filled a challenging and rewarding contract position with 4-H Ontario as the Regional Specialist for Essex, Chatham-Kent, Elgin, Oxford, Lambton, Huron, Perth, Bruce and Grey counties.  This position was working with, supporting and training volunteers and spurred me to pursue my Certificate in Volunteer Management.   After working for 4-H, I knew my teaching would never be in a conventional classroom ever again!

My dream for Steckle Heritage Farm is a simple one.....

To connect all people in the community to the Farm and the amazing place it is.

To educate people on the issues surrounding Agriculture.  Lets begin a discussion... explore Local, Conventional, Organic and what it means to you!

To inspire youth, families and community members to appreciate the agricultural roots of this community, the care that goes into producing food and the wonders of farming right here on this Farm founded in 1833.

Feel free to contact me directly at :  kristabuck@stecklehomestead.ca