Doug’s childhood on the farm.

Doug grew up on a 40 acre farm west of Banks, where he learned the values of community, land stewardship and hard work. The following photos capture the essence of Shumaker Vineyards.

The farm outside Banks where Doug grew up, with golden wheat fields in the Summer of 1978.

Doug helping his Dad, Bob, give shots to the lambs.

Doug showing his cow, Jackie, at the Washington County Fair in 1978.

Doug (on the right) with his black sheep, Dolly during the showmanship competition at the Washington County Fair, 1978.

Doug with his cow, Jackie, and her newborn calf, Abby. In the background is, Dolly, Doug’s first sheep.

Doug, his brother, Dan, and Matilda the donkey, Winter 1979.

The Shumaker farm where Doug grew up. Flyover view in 1992.