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SUMMARY:Silvopasture Tour: Krusling Farm
DESCRIPTION:Learn about silvopasture on a pastured sheep operation in Athens County! This silvopasture tour will take place at Krusling Farm where the Krusling family raises 400 hair sheep on 90 acres of fescue clover pasture\, plus 50 acres of rented ground for grazing annuals and 35 acres of unreclaimed limestone gravel mine which is in the process of being converted to natives for grazing. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/silvopasture-tour-krusling-farm/
LOCATION:Krusling Farm\, 901 Carpenter Rd\, Albany\, OH\, 45710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260623T130429Z
CREATED:20260615T134422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130429Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Tour & Workshop: Laurel Valley Creamery
DESCRIPTION:Learn from a grass-based dairy farm about small-scale dairy production and cheesemaking. Laurel Valley Creamery is a grass based sustainable producer of Jersey milk that we craft into small batches of farmstead cheese. The Nolan family specializes in naturally aged raw milk cheese in addition to making several pasteurized specialty cheeses. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farm-tour-workshop-laurel-valley-creamery/
LOCATION:Laurel Valley Creamery\, 930 Laurel Rd\, Gallipolis\, OH\, 45631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260623T130943Z
CREATED:20260623T130323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130943Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Tour & Workshop: Sugar Butte Farms
DESCRIPTION:Learn from a diversified meat business about pastured-raised livestock with a specific focus on how to raise broiler chickens! \n\n\n\n\nCurious about how to raise pastured meats? Interested in the ins and outs of raising broiler chickens on pasture? \nSugar Butte Farms is owned and operated by Eric\, Kayla\, & Will Gibson. It sits in Lowell\, Ohio on 80 acres full of diverse biology and greenery. They raise chicken\, pork\, turkey\, and lamb – as well as producing value-added products like freeze dried pet treats and skin care products. \nThis event will include both a farm tour and dedicated time learning about their broiler chicken operation. \nSugar Butte chickens are fed Ohio grown & milled non-GMO feed and moved on green pasture every day. They use two techniques: day ranging and chicken tractors. \nTake home gift: All attendees will go home with a product made on the farm! \nRain plan: This event will continue if there is light rain\, so come prepared with rain gear. If weather is severe\, we will cancel and refund your ticket. \nParking & directions: A GPS can take you up a back way (Cats Creek) which is a little confusing. Look for Rural Action signs and someone directing you to parking. \n\nComing from Route 60? Take Route 60 into Lowell. Once you reach the single stoplight in Lowell\, turn right on to Walnut Street (AKA Route 530). Make another right on to the actual State Route 530. Continue taking 530 for 3.9 miles. Our road is on the LEFT hand side. It is just under 1 mile out that road. Green house.\nComing from I-77? I-77 North then take exit 6 and make a right at the stop sign. You will be on 821 for just a few seconds and after the BP gas station/subway you make a left in Highland Ridge Road towards the Blue Tractors. This road is curvy and cross the interstate several times. You will eventually reach a stop sign with a brick house and a pool located behind it. You can follow GPS now. Go straight through that intersection. The road will curve to the left where you will go through an underpass. You may be tempted to continue straight but make that left down the hill. You will begin to go back up the hill then at the top of the steep part it makes a sharp right then you will see ponies and a donkey along with ponds on your left. Now slow down because our gravel road is in the next right turn. It is just under 1 mile out that road.\n\nPlease note: Attendees will be walking across uneven terrain and on their feet for much of this event. \nThis event is supported by a grant from the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation (RNRF). \nFor any questions\, please reach out to Molly Sowash at molly@ruralaction.org.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farm-tour-workshop-sugar-butte-farms/
LOCATION:Sugar Butte Farms\, 648 Schau Rd\, Lowell\, OH\, 45744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260623T130059Z
CREATED:20260615T133855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130059Z
UID:10000527-1784811600-1784822400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Farm Tour & Workshop: Blaney Family Farm
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning what it takes to operate a diversified produce farm? Want to learn the ins and outs of high tunnel tomato production? \nAdam and Tabby Blaney started Blaney Family Farm in 2019 and have been growing a diversity of vegetables and flowers. They sell their products through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program where customers subscribe ahead of the season to receive a customizable box of vegetables each week. They also sell weekly at the Athens Farmers Market and to several wholesale accounts\, including to Little Fish Brewery\, Village Bakery\, Lake Hope Lodge\, and Kindred Market. \nThis event will include both a farm tour and hands-on time learning about high tunnel tomatoes. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/farm-tour-workshop-blaney-family-farm/
LOCATION:Blaney Family Farm\, 29760 OH-143\, Albany\, OH\, 45710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T160000
DTSTAMP:20260623T130835Z
CREATED:20260623T125646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T130835Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Farming Site Evaluation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action’s Forestry team to learn what conditions to look for when growing non-timber forest products (NTFP’s). \nAre you interested in growing edible and medicinal plants on your land? Do you have the right growing conditions on your site? \nLearn about native forest botanicals\, their preferred site conditions (slope\, aspect\, moisture\, etc.)\, and indicator plants. We’ll discuss site preparation and cultivation methods\, processing considerations\, market opportunities\, and value-adding options. We’ll also introduce you to some helpful mapping and production estimation tools. \nThis workshop includes a classroom component and a hands-on field excursion. Please bring water and wear long pants and sturdy shoes. \nThis event will take place at the Rural Action Forestry Office\, address and parking information will be included in the confirmation email. \nFor any questions or accessibility needs\, please reach out to: lindsayrobertson@ruralaction.org \nRegister here.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/forest-farming-site-evaluation-workshop/
LOCATION:Rural Action Forestry Office
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T130000
DTSTAMP:20251006T181857Z
CREATED:20251006T181857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T181857Z
UID:10000442-1762776000-1762779600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Green Lunch - The Impact of Soils on Farms\, Forests\, & Streams
DESCRIPTION:Join staff from Rural Action’s Sustainable Agriculture\, Forestry\, and Watersheds programs for a lively discussion about how healthy soils impact farm viability\, food nutrition\, plant diversity\, and clean streams. This event falls on Ohio’s Soil Health Week\, and Rural Action invites attendees to celebrate other events around the state that week! \nThe event will start at 12 p.m. with a 30-minute presentation by Rural Action staff members\, followed by an open discussion with community members until 1 p.m.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/green-lunch-the-impact-of-soils-on-farms-forests-streams/
LOCATION:Athens Public Library\, 30 Home St.\, Athens\, 45701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20250715T202840Z
CREATED:20250715T202840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T202840Z
UID:10000419-1758844800-1759103999@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:2025 Southern Ohio Forest Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Southern Ohio Forest Farming Conference is an immersive\, weekend-long gathering that brings together new and experienced forest farmers\, professionals\, and natural products entrepreneurs from across the region. \nParticipants will explore forest farming topics including growing\, conserving\, harvesting\, and marketing a wide range of species such as mushrooms\, goldenseal\, and elderberry. The event will also focus on small business development\, marketing\, value-added strategies\, and looking at agritourism as a way to diversify income and engage the public with forest-based enterprises. Experience hands-on learning\, inspiring speakers\, and networking opportunities in the heart of Appalachian Ohio. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up\, this conference will equip you with the tools\, connections\, and knowledge to grow sustainably. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/2025-southern-ohio-forest-farming-conference/
LOCATION:United Plant Savers\, 35703 Loop Rd\, Rutland\, OH\, 45775\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20250715T202300Z
CREATED:20250715T202300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T202300Z
UID:10000418-1755954000-1755964800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Silvopasture in Practice: Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how silvopasture could benefit your farm? Join Charlie Eselgroth on his dairy farm\, Buckskin Valley Farms and Dairy\, to learn why his family chose to plant trees into their pasture. Hear directly from Charlie on the factors that led to this decision\, including providing shade\, tree crops\, and wildlife habitat\, as well as how he designed his planting. \nWhether you’re exploring silvopasture for the first time or planning your own planting\, this tour offers on-the-ground insight and inspiration. You’ll walk away with practical ideas for integrating trees into livestock systems\, understanding design considerations\, and key lessons from a farm in the early stages of implementation. \nStaff from Rural Action will also be present to answer questions about technical assistance and funding resources available for farmers exploring silvopasture. \nLearn more and register for free at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/silvopasture-in-practice-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Buckskin Valley Farms and Dairy\, 860 Wright Lane\, Greenfield\, 45123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20250415T143626Z
CREATED:20250415T143626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T143626Z
UID:10000328-1747573200-1747580400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Take the Macho Out of Mechanics Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action\, Morgan Hager of Future Days Farm\, and Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm for a fun and interactive event. Folks will come away with a better understanding of how to prevent common issues with their small engines as well as basic diagnostic knowledge. This class is ideal for folks who have operated small engines on farm and would like to learn the mechanics of their equipment. Get your hands dirty and learn some new skills in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and take the macho out of mechanics! \nRegistration closes May 16. Click the link below to register.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/take-the-macho-out-of-mechanics-workshop/
LOCATION:Future Days Farm\, 37870 Chase Run Road\, Albany\, 45710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20250324T200150Z
CREATED:20250324T200150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T200150Z
UID:10000322-1746556200-1746561600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Starting a Seed Business Webinar with Trouvaille Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join seed saver Lindsay Klaunig at this virtual webinar to learn the ins and outs of starting and marketing a seed saving enterprise! As you plan your garden or farm\, consider adding seed crops to the mix. This webinar will cover: \n\nThe importance of growing our own vegetable and flower seeds.\nHow to get started adding a seed venture to your current growing plan\, including: assessing which crops are suitable for your site and system\, commercial seed growing basics\, cleaning and quality standards.\nSelling seed: discussing options from wholesale contracting with seed companies to retailing your own packets.\nTaking seed work to the next level: regional adaptation\, breeding\, stewardship and building community around seed.\n\nThis will be targeted to current growers who are interested in potentially adding seed crops as a business venture. Other audiences are welcome to join and will still find plenty of good info and ideas. \nRegister at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/starting-a-seed-business-webinar-with-trouvaille-farm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20250401T143430Z
CREATED:20250401T143251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T143430Z
UID:10000325-1745951400-1745956800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing for Farm and Food Businesses Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Grants can offer a great opportunity to support your business in scaling up\, adding products\, or taking on a new project. But grant writing takes time\, strategic thought\, and preparation in order to be successful. In this webinar\, Rural Action’s Sustainable Agriculture Director\, Molly Sowash\, will overview: \n\nHow to decide if a grant opportunity is right for you\nA checklist for writing a grant\nBest practices for forming a budget\nBest practices for writing a narrative\nPreparing for grant awards\, reporting\, and documentation\nResources for finding grant opportunities and receiving grant writing support\n\nThis webinar will include time for group discussion and learning from peers about their successes in securing grants. \nRegister at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/grant-writing-for-farm-and-food-businesses-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grow.oeffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/rural-action.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20240806T131711Z
CREATED:20240806T131711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T131711Z
UID:10000160-1725789600-1725796800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Pastured Heritage Sheep & Wool Production
DESCRIPTION:Join Cricket and Cara for a pasture walk at Ten Cat Farm with Rural Action. Meet the sheep and their guardian llamas while touring their rotational grazing areas. Afterwards\, take a closer look at fleeces and yarns from the different breeds. Learn what they have learned so far about raising sheep for both quality wool as well as breeding stock and freezer lamb. They raise heritage breeds that are part of the Livestock Conservancy’s Shave ‘Em to Save ‘Em initiative and can share more about that program as well as cooperative efforts within the local Fibershed. Register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/pastured-heritage-sheep-wool-production/
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240817T190000
DTSTAMP:20240802T164043Z
CREATED:20240802T164043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T164043Z
UID:10000159-1723914000-1723921200@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Urban Goldenseal Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in touring a working urban forest farm? Join Rural Action for a sunset farm tour at Golden Summit Forest in Akron\, Ohio. Gain a deeper understanding of what it means to grow goldenseal in alternative habitats directly from a grower. The farm tour will cover the ins and outs of growing goldenseal and other woodland botanicals. \nRegister for free at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/urban-goldenseal-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Golden Summit Forest\, Akron\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240712T160000
DTSTAMP:20240628T152852Z
CREATED:20240628T152852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T152852Z
UID:10000151-1720789200-1720800000@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Mt. Airy Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action for a pasture walk at Mt. Airy Ranch where Katrina and Ben Carpenter raise herds of grass-fed Black Angus and Texas Longhorn cattle. Mt. Airy Beef is the name of the beef production business and the food truck they operate. Bob Hendershot\, a retiree from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as the state grassland conservationist and state (GLCI) Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative coordinator\, will be joining. \nThe pasture walk will cover topics including… \n\nMt. Airy Ranch and its history\nManaging pasture to grow more forage in the summer\nPlanning for fall and winter grazing\nWeed control — to clip or not to clip?\n“Manage your pasture so they never have a bad day.”\nExploring other income streams such as Mt. Airy Beef’s food truck\n\nUse the link below to register.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/pasture-walk-at-mt-airy-ranch/
LOCATION:Mt. Airy Ranch\, 3791 Cooperriders Road Northeast\, Somerset\, 43783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20240513T132102Z
CREATED:20240513T132102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T132102Z
UID:10000097-1717938000-1717948800@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Take the Macho Out of Mechanics
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action\, Morgan Hager\, and Lindsay Klaunig of Trouvaille Farm for a fun and interactive event. Folks will come away with a better understanding of how to prevent common issues with their small engines as well as basic diagnostic knowledge. This class is ideal for folks who have operated small engines on farm and would like to learn the mechanics of their equipment. Get your hands dirty and learn some new skills in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and take the macho out of mechanics! \nClick the link below to register.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/take-the-macho-out-of-mechanics/
LOCATION:37870 Chase Run Road Albany\, OH 45710\, 37870 Chase Run Road\, Albany\, 45710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230609T160000
DTSTAMP:20230518T164417Z
CREATED:20230518T163159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T164417Z
UID:10000004-1686315600-1686326400@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Shew Family Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action for a pasture walk at Shew Family Farm where Pete and Marjie have been raising 100% grass fed & grass finished angus beef since 1979. We will be joined by Bob Hendershot\, who is retired from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as the state grassland conservationist and state (GLCI) Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative coordinator. \nThe pasture walk will cover topics including…\nShew Family Farm and its history\nManaging pasture to grow more forage in the summer\nPlanning for fall and winter grazing\nWeed control — to clip or not to clip?\n“Manage your pasture so they never have a bad day.”\nOther income streams such as agritourism \nAGENDA:\nWelcome and overview of Rural Action\nGroup Introductions\nIntroduction to Shew Family Farm\nOverview of pasture and livestock management\nPasture walk with open conversation\nOn-farm cabin visit – discussion on agritourism\nClosing \nRemember to bring shoes that you can walk in and plenty of water! Parking is plentiful. Please keep an eye out for Rural Action event signs to direct you towards the farm.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/pasture-walk-at-shew-family-farm/
LOCATION:Shew Family Farm\, 3915 South Elliott Road\, Stockport\, OH\, 43787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230520T130000
DTSTAMP:20230518T094323Z
CREATED:20230518T094323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T094323Z
UID:10000003-1684576800-1684587600@grow.oeffa.org
SUMMARY:Whole Farm Field Day at Homecoming Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Join Rural Action and Homecoming Ranch for a fun and educational day! \nWe will tour the farm and learn about: pasture management\, fencing\, regenerative practices\, highland cattle\, goats and hair sheep\, freshening in sync with nature.\, goat herd management for parasite loads\, and species specific livestock systems. \n10:00: Orientation and welcome\n10:30: Walking tour of farm\n12:00: Walk ends with working dog explanation/demonstration and a meal! \nMenu: Burgers from the ranch! \nDirections: 39240 St. Route 56\, Nelsonville Ohio 45764\, at the corner of routes 278 and 56\, be on the lookout from the farm sign and a mural. \nNOTE: Walking tour\, low accessibility dress accordingly. PLEASE DO NOT BRING DOGS. Children permitted.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/whole-farm-field-day-at-homecoming-ranch/
LOCATION:Homecoming Ranch\, 39240 St. Route 56\, Nelsonville\, OH\, 45764\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Action":MAILTO:molly@ruralaction.org
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