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Reconnect to the Farm Tour - A Mountain View County Open Farm Days Event

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Thank you for joining us on the Re-Connect Tour, we look forward to meeting you. Please check your confirmation email for Rules and Guidelines of the tour.

Aug 17

Reconnect to the Farm Tour - A Mountain View County Open Farm Days Event

By Mountain View County

When and where

Date and time

Sat, 17 August 2019, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM MDT

Location

Cremona Gold & Silver Society Hall 113 Centre Street Cremona, AB T0M 0R0 Canada

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COME MEET YOUR RURAL NEIGHBOURS

Mountain View County is hosting a bus tour on Saturday, August 17th. The tour will start at the Cremona Gold & Silver Club and include stops at the Fallentimber Meadery, Akesi Farms, Bergen Farmers Market & Double N Ranch.

  • At the Fallentimber Meadery you can expect an informative beekeeping tour. Later a tour of the meadery will be offered along with a tasting. There will also be an agricultural scavenger hunt for children attending the tour.

  • Akesi Farms sells chicken eggs, honey and vegetables and runs a mushroom spawn company called Fungi Akuafo. Tour attendees will be able to learn about mushroom production while also be informed on their water collection and management systems, as well as the benefits and challenges of rural living. Local artists will be participating by showcasing their works for sale at the farm.

  • The tour will be stopping at Bergen Farmers Market and having lunch in the Bergen Community Hall that consists of locally sourced meats and produce and is prepared by the Bergen Community Association.There Tour attendees can tour the various booths and meet some of the local producers.

  • At Double N Ranch the attendees will be able to receive information on the solar panels installation that provides much of the farm’s electricity needs. As well a tour of the purebred cattle operation, see the horses and the firewood operation. Attendees will also be able to harvest some vegetables out of their large garden that supports multiple families.


To view a DETAILED AGENDA for the tour and for more information about our stops click on the link below:

https://www.mountainviewcounty.com/sites/default/files/doc/Web%20Postings/MVC%20OFD%20Booklet%20v3%20FINAL%20SINGLE%20PAGE%202019.pdf


** PLEASE BE ADVISED: all scheduled departure and arrival times proposed are approximations, please allow for delays resulting in late arrivals home.

RULES AND GUIDELINES:

  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • No smoking will be permitted at any of the farms.

  • No dogs or pets.

  • Please respect all rules and signs for each farm.

  • Do not touch or feed animals unless told otherwise by the host farm.

  • As there will be opportunities to purchase local products please bring cash if interested.

  • Please ensure you wear the appropriate footwear and clothing this event takes place on farms rain or shine.

  • Please bring sunscreen and bug spray.

  • Please advise of any food allergies.

  • Please bring any medications or medical devices (EpiPen) as needed.


FAQ's

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please ensure you have identification if sampling or purchasing any alcoholic beverages and owners may require proof of age. Alcohol will not be served or sold to anyone under 18 years of age.

What are my parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is free. Parking is available on the street outside the Cremona Gold and Silver Club. Please angle park.

What can I bring into the event?

As there will be opportunities to purchase local products please bring cash if interested. Please ensure you wear the appropriate footwear and clothing this event takes place on farms rain or shine. Please bring sunscreen and bug spray. Please bring any medications or medical devices (EpiPen) as needed.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please call Jane at 403-335-3311 ext 184 if you have any questions.

Please call Daniela at 403-335-3311 ext. 204 to REGISTER VIA PHONE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 9TH AT 4 PM.

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