Shead Farms & Ranches is an open farm to the public (by reservation). They also host a bi-annual Homestead Festival in May at the farm where the public is invited to learn & explore and experience the Shead Farm to gather ideas on how to live a sustainable organic lifestyle. Find their Facebook page for dates and more information.
Some things you might experience on the Shead Farm might include:
Tour the “SheadStead” Gardens, Orchard, High Tunnel, Animals, Beekeeping, etc
Q & A sessions concerning sustainable organic lifestyle
Children’s Activities Can Include: Games, Petting Barn, Story Station, Photo Cut-outs, Milking and Butter Making, etc
Visit the SheadStead Market / Fruit Store
Fresh Produce picked as you order
Veggie Powders (to add nutrient to any meal or dessert).
Animals for sale: Peacocks, Turkeys, Chicks, Ducklings, Kittens
Sign-up for homesteading classes (planting, harvesting, preserving, etc.)
Groups and bus tours are welcome and coordinated through the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center or by contacting Shead Farms directly.
www.sheadfarm.com
www.facebook.com/SheadFarm