Farm Crawl | FredCo Homesteaders

Semi-Annual Farm Crawl

Frederick County Homesteaders

October 5th 2024

9:00AM-5:00PM

Solenberger's Hardware

Check In From:

8:00AM-9:00AM

Additional details below

What's a Farm Crawl?

We're glad you asked! A day spent exploring Frederick County’s finest in local farms and homesteads. You will get to participate in farm related activities, sample local farm fare, tour each farm, and get to know your local farmers! Each farm or homestead will have their own activities to offer on the day of the event, which may include farm products for sale, tours, Q&A’s, demos, exclusive CSA sign ups, and maybe even a hayride or two.

EVENT details

LOCATION

Check in begins at 8:00AM the morning of the farm crawl at Solenberger's TrueValue Hardware.The Farm Crawl features farms and homestead's through out the Frederick County, Virginia area. Evening on the Farm will be located at Hunting Ridge Retreat from 6PM-8:30PM.

WE SUGGEST PLANNING FOR A 10-30 MINUTE DRIVE BETWEEN FARMS.

DATES

Our 2024 Semi-Annual Farm Crawl Dates are listed below. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

FALL CRAWL-

Oct 5th, 2024 9AM-5PM

Evening on the Farm

Replacing our beloved Lunch on the Lawn we are excited to announce our new Evening on the Farm event! We encourage our guests to support local farms by purchasing lunch at one of our many farm crawl stops along the way. Guests and Farmers alike will join us at Hunting Ridge Retreat for an Evening on the Farm Event complete with Music by High Mountain Bluegrass, BBQ, Food Trucks, Local Makers, and an opportunity to win one of several prizes for those who participate and complete our new Farm Crawl Passport. Passports will be distributed at check in along with wrist bands between 8AM-9AM the morning of the Farm Crawl at Solenberger’s Hardware! We’ll See you there!

Note that ticket purchases do not include lunch.

WHAT TO EXPECT

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Farm Crawl is a self-directed event where the participants drive themselves from farm to farm. You choose what farms to visit and in what order. You also choose how much time to spend at each farm.

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ACTIVITIES

Hayrides, picnics, demonstrations, specials, cut your own flowers, and more! Frederick County Homesteaders recognize the long history of agriculture in our county. Our goal is to build bridges within our community between farmers and families to ensure future generations have access to the best Frederick County has to offer.

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FARM ETIQUETTE

Please remember, each farm determines the rules for their farm. Many of these locations are their homes. Please respect the folks who are inviting you into their operations. DO NOT open gates or cross fences. (You don't want to end up in a bullfight or getting zapped by an electric fence.) DO NOT touch any animals without permission from the farmer. DO NOT try to hop on a tractor and drive away. (You'll be tackled before you ever get it started!). Other than that, bring a smile and be prepared for fun!

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WHAT TO BRING?

We look forward to joining you fun packed day (RAIN OR SHINE) and come prepared to be outdoors. Sunscreen, water bottles, mud boots, coolers (for purchased goods) and an open mind for adventure and fun are recommended! Children are encouraged to join us, however, dogs and pets should remain at home please (remember, these are working farms).