September 25 & 26, 2010
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. , Saturday & Sunday

2010 Event information due out in early August.

2009 Weekend Along Farm Trails
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2009 List of farms to visit:

Healdsburg/Windsor

BOVOLO   Bovolo: 106 Matheson, Healdsburg
Zazu: 3535 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa
Sat., Sept. 26th: World Famous Black Pig BLT’s (grab & go ONLY) in Zazu garden, or sit on the patio (or grab & go) at Bovolo, 11:30am to 2:00pm, both locations.
Sun., Sept. 27th: At Zazu Restaurant ONLY - Black Pig Baconfest, 9:00am to 2:00pm, call: 707-523-4814 to make reservations, $37 excluding beverage, tax and gratuity. Come to our first ever (soon to be annual) “Black Pig Baconfest”, a 5-course tasting breakfast all about bacon.
Enjoy our “Salted Hog Breakfast” of:
*Bacon toast + Johnny’s Strawberry Jam
*Black Pig Fig + Hazelnut French Toast, saba
*Tender Spinach Salad with Fried Local Oyster + Bacon Vinaigrette
*BLT Quail Egg in a Basket” with Backyard Arugula + White Truffle Oil
*Maple + Bacon Crème Brulee


CASTELLI-KNIGHT RANCH   420 Grapevine Lane, Healdsburg
(Cross streets, Eastside Road/Old Redwood Highway - South on Eastside ½ mile - Turn left on Grapevine Lane.) Saturday, September 26th ONLY, 10:00am till 2:00pm.
See what it takes to run a small vineyard. Enjoy seeing the old farm equipment, old buildings, picnic in the family park, gardens.
FREE admission.


CHARLIE PALMER'S DRY CREEK KITCHEN   317 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
(Healdsburg's historic town plaza - in the Hotel Healdsburg)
www.charliepalmer.com
Farmers' Market Chef's Tasting menu:  Every Saturday morning Chef Dustin Valette and his team of chefs shop the Healdsburg Farmers Market to find the most inspiring produce they will use to create a special $65 four-course tasting menu for the evening. Whether it is organic pears, Chinese eggplant or sweet honeydew melons, each menu is unique and truly offers a taste of the finest local produce around.
For reservations please contact Dry Creek Kitchen at 707-431-0330.
In honor of the Farm Trails weekend this special menu will be featured on both Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th evenings. Mention "Farm Trails" for a Seasonal welcome aperitif.


DRY CREEK OLIVE COMPANY   4791 Dry Creek Road, Building 9, Healdsburg
(Hwy. 101, take the Dry Creek Road exit headed north - toward Lake Sonoma. Drive approximately 4 miles to 4791 Dry Creek Road. Look for the Timber Crest Farms sign and the Dry Creek Olive Co. sign on the right. Turn right into our driveway, go up the hill and our building will be on the left.)
www.dcoc.com
At our tasting room we will be offering complimentary tastes of a variety of extra virgin olive oils. Our staff will be able to answer any questions about olive varietals and the olive oil making process. Please call at least 24 hours ahead to schedule a tour: 707-431-7200
FREE admission.


FOGGY RIVER FARMS   8250 Eastside Road, Healdsburg
(Drive very slowly (5-10) mph) down dirt road to avoid kicking up dust. Farm is at end of road, on right-hand side. Check in with farmers upon arrival.)
www.farming101.wordpress.com
Open: 12:00noon to 5:00pm on Saturday, September 26th ONLY.
Pick your own produce (tomatoes, beans, chard, kale, beets, cucumbers, squash, blackberries), dig for your own potatoes. Visit with our friendly Nigerian Dwarf Goat kids, Babydoll Southdown sheep, and chickens. Learn about our growing techniques, animal husbandry philosophy, and local CSA Program.
Harvesting Lessons:  Required for u-pick - offered at 1:00, 2:30, & 4:00pm on Saturday ONLY.
FREE admission


GRANDMA’S PUMPKIN PATCH   17740 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
Pumpkins, hay fort, gourds, corn and cornstalks, farm animals, whimsical crafts, amazing corn patch! Eggs, apples, pomegranates, apple & pumpkin butter. Food, fun and decorating! Room for birthday or Halloween parties.
www.grandmas-pumpkin-patch.com
Open:  September 26 thru October 31, daily 9 till dusk
Features:  Animal Corral, Bus access, Picnic & Party Area, School Groups, U-Pick




OLUFS RANCH PUMPKIN PATCH   899 Shiloh Road, Windsor
(West of Hwy. 101 - North side of Shiloh Road, before Conde Lane)>
Corn maze, hay pyramid, hay maze, petting farm animals, pumpkins, gourds, Jumpies, large lawn areas to play or relax on.
  • Pumpkins - $3 to $50
  • Hay Rides - $4 each or 3 for $10
  • Corn Maze - $5
  • Jumpies - $2 for 5 minutes

    • FREE admission



    RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY PRODUCE   400 Grapevine Lane, Healdsburg
    (More parking at 420 Grapevine Lane - can shuttle people up hill on golf cart.)
    Fresh produce for sale, eggs, flowers, farm animals to pet. Golf cart rides thru vineyards. Rock painting for kids. U-Pick pumpkin, winter squash patch.
    FREE admission.


    SIMI WINERY   16275 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
    www.simiwinery.com
    Meander through the century old cellars of the oldest winery in Healdsburg, guided by a Simi winemaker or a Simi wine educator. Learn the stories of the last two centuries of winemaking and the modernization of this rustic facility. As you walk back to the Landslide Terrace for a tasting you walk beneath our historic redwoods planted to celebrate the repeal of prohibition. There are many offerings at Simi for this spectacular Farm Trails event:
  • Historic Tours Hourly –Tours will be at 11, 12, 1, 2 and 3. Limited to 24 people and reservations are recommended, but not required. Concludes with a tasting of four award winning wines $10 per person
  • Pizza Special –Simi Chef Eric Lee will prepare an exclusive pairing unique to this event, a pizza divided into three compartments each pairing perfectly with three of Simi’s wines. Enjoy this educational experience between 11 and 4 on our exquisite Landslide Terrace. $15 per person
  • Appellation Tasting –Taste the appellations of Sonoma County with this unique flight of wines from Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley and Los Carneros. $10 per person
  • The last component of the day is a small farmers market including up to ten local artisan farmers that will exhibit their goods and have them available on the grounds of Simi Winery.

    • Please join us on September 26, 2009 between the hours of 11 AM and 4 PM for one of our exclusive experiences.


    THE GREEN GROCER   434 Emily Rose Circle, Windsor
    (101, Windsor Exit - West, onto Windsor River Road, 2nd light go right, left through the archway @ Town Center)
    www.windsorgreengrocer.com
    Free wine tasting daily, 5:00-6:00pm. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Local produce, wild fish, grass-fed meats. Cooking classes and catering. Picnic lunch includes Panini or wrap + side dish + fruit & cheese. Locavor Picnic Lunch $6. Come hungry - We've got what's for dinner!
    FREE admission



    TRUETT HURST WINERY   5610 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
    www.truetthurst.com
    or 707-433-9545 for information about the times of events.
    We have a 5-acre, diversified biodynamic garden at our winery. Our farmers will be offering pickling demonstrations, compost demonstrations and leading biodynamic discussions.
    We will be offering 15% off any wine purchases.



    WINDSOR CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET   Bell Road in Old Downtown Windsor
    (Central Windsor exit off Hwy. 101, west on Old Redwood Hwy., stay straight on Windsor River Road, right on Bell Road.)
    www.windsorfarmersmarket.com
    Open Sunday, September 27th ONLY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    The Farmers Market will be featuring a Chef Cook-off with Jeff Mall of Zin Restaurant and Josh Silver of Syrah Restaurant. at noon.
  • Farmers Market with Farm Trails Producers
  • Arts & Crafts
  • BBQ
  • Live Entertainment
    • FREE admission.


    Santa Rosa
    BEAR FOOT HONEY FARM   4372 Sonoma Hwy., Ste. D, Santa Rosa
    (At new location: Next to "Bob's Fruit Truck" stand)
    www.bearfoothoney.com
    Featuring, in our new location, honey tastings & beekeeping tours. Those wishing to participate in the beekeeping tours are recommended to bring a wide-brim hat to accommodate the best bee veil fit.
    Tours:  Our Beekeeping Tours for this event will be held every two hours, on the hour, beginning at 10:00am and continuing to closing (weather permitting). Children under 4 years old not recommended in apiary, however we do have a picture tour as well.
    Discounts:  We are offering a Gift Bag Special of any 4 two oz. Varitals for $10.00.
    FREE admission.


    JAPANESE MAPLES BY MOMIJI NURSERY   2765 South Stony Point Road, Santa Rosa
    (1.5 miles South Hwy. 12 - 4 miles north of Rohnert Park Expressway)
    www.momijinursery.com
    250 cultivors of Japanese Maples. 1 gallon - 32 box, 99% grown at site. We will be offering root pruning demonstration and different types of maples demonstration at NOON pm - 2:00pm.
    FREE admission.


    MUELRATH RANCHES   3800 Walker Avenue, Santa Rosa
    www.muelrathspumpkins.com
    We are a real, sustainable working ranch. The only thing we purchase is our seed. We raise forage crops, hay, both irrigated and dry land pasture, cattle, pumpkins, winter squash, fall ornamentals, and sunflowers. We will be opening our pumpkin patch on September 26th and 27th offering tours, hay rides, and fun in the pumpkin patch. We will have many varieties and sizes of pumpkins and unusual as well as traditional varieties of winter squash available. Please visit our website for pictures and more details about special events.
    www.muelrathspumpkins.com
    Tours: We offer a hayride tour of the farm and commercial side of our pumpkin operation. Tours are hourly and more often as needed. There is no fee but donations for “Tractor Feed” are greatly appreciated.
    Please, no pets.



    TERRA BELLA VISTA OLIVE OIL CO., INC.   4949 Terra Bella Vista Way, Santa Rosa
    (From the North take Petaluma Hill Road south to 1.1 miles past Snyder Lane. From the South take Petaluma Hill Road north 0.5 miles past Crane Canyon Road and turn right.)
    www.tbvevoliveoil.com
    We will offer short tours of the olive ranch and olive oil tastings, as well as olive oil sales.
    FREE admission.


    MISS E. LANEOUS, ETC.   2077 Dutton Avenue, Santa Rosa
    (A blue-gray 1907 house with a circular porch - our sign will be out in front. From the North take 101 South to Hwy. 12 West exit. Take Dutton Avenue Exit, turn left onto Dutton Ave., straight ahead about 1 mile, we are on the right. From the South, take 101 North, to the Hearn Avenue exit, left at the light onto Santa Rosa Avenue. At the next light, left onto Hearn overpass. At the third traffic light make a right onto Dutton Ave. straight ahead for ¼ of a mile, we're on the left. There is street parking available and we will have some limited driveway parking.)
    www.miss-e-laneous-etc.com
    We will have some of our recycled goods and projects on display - some for sale. We will also have holiday items, craft supplies, miscellaneous second-hand and used goods. We will be providing copies of our website listing/catalog of collectibles available for purchase. This year's walnuts in the shell will be for sale, if ripe. We will also be happy to discuss our Saving of the Green program, our money saving, environmental recycling program.
    Available on September 27th: A Spanish speaking interpreter. Visitors to our fenced-in areas must be escorted, children are welcome to visit (and feed) our rabbits, chickens (over 15 different breeds), and miniature goats. Adults may want to see if there are any treasures as well as take a look at some of our recycling and larger projects made from recycled items.
  • Hot weather - FREE lemonade for everyone and popsicles for the kids
  • Cold weather - FREE hot chocolate for everyone and lollipops for the kids.
  • All the bargaining you can handle. We will also be handing out discount coupons.
    • FREE admission.
    Dress for the current weather. Wear appropriate shoes, our animals are free range. Bring your camera if you would like pictures of your kids with the animals (assuming the animals will let us!)



    ZAZU RESTAURANT & FARM   Zazu: 3535 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa
    Bovolo: 106 Matheson, Healdsburg
    Sat., Sept. 26th: World Famous Black Pig BLT’s (grab & go ONLY) in Zazu garden, or sit on the patio (or grab & go) at Bovolo, 11:30am to 2:00pm, both locations.
    Sun., Sept. 27th: At Zazu Restaurant ONLY - Black Pig Baconfest, 9:00am to 2:00pm, call: 707-523-4814 to make reservations, $37 excluding beverage, tax and gratuity. Come to our first ever (soon to be annual) “Black Pig Baconfest”, a 5-course tasting breakfast all about bacon.
    Enjoy our “Salted Hog Breakfast” of:
    *Bacon toast + Johnny’s Strawberry Jam
    *Black Pig Fig + Hazelnut French Toast, saba
    *Tender Spinach Salad with Fried Local Oyster + Bacon Vinaigrette
    *BLT Quail Egg in a Basket” with Backyard Arugula + White Truffle Oil
    *Maple + Bacon Crème Brulee


    Glen Ellen/Sonoma
    LARSON FAMILY WINERY   23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma
    (Across from Schellville Grill at the intersection of Hwy. 12 & 121 at the split.)
    www.larsonfamilywinery.com or call 707-938-3031, ext. 20 if you have questions.
    Come taste award winning wines, play bocce while observing spectacular views of the Carneros wine region. Pack a picnic, bring your family and come experience a family winery built on the historic Sonoma rodeo grounds.
    Tour of facility: 11:00am and 2:00pm - $5 a head.
    Special Offer: Complimentary chocolate truffle. Red wine pairing with a $5 tasting fee refundable with purchase.


    OAK HILL FARM OF SONOMA, LLC   15101 Highway 12, Glen Ellen
    www.oakhillfarm.net
    Oak Hill Farm will be offering free tours of our vegetable and flower fields on Saturday and Sunday. Before or after the tour, come to our Red Barn store to purchase crops we have just harvested.
    Open:  Both Saturday and Sunday at 10:00am. Approximately 90 minutes easy walking.
    FREE for this Sonoma County Weekend-Along-the-Farm-Trails event (normally $10.00 admission fee)
    No strollers.  Maximum 30-40, please carpool.


    West County
    KOZLOWSKI FARMS   5566 Hwy. 116, Forestville
    www.kozlowskifarms.com and www.kzfarms.com
    Established in 1949, Kozlowski Farms is one of Sonoma County's oldest family-owned and operated working farms. The Kozlowski Family welcomes visitors to their retail store year-round. While there, guests can sample and purchase a wide variety of specialty food products made on the family farm, located in the beautiful Russian River Valley. Guests can also enjoy homemade pies, tarts and cookies from the store bakery - nearly all from founder Carmen Kozlowski's original recipes. Treat yourself to an ice cold glass of Gravenstein apple cider, made from the family's organic apples, or try a fruit smoothie or espresso from our coffee bar!
    FREE admission.


    OSMOSIS DAY SPA SANCTUARY   209 Bohemian Hwy., Freestone
    www.osmosis.com
    Discount: Complete your weekend with rejuvenating treatments at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary! We are pleased to offer Farm Trails guests 15% off our signature Cedar Enzyme Bath on Sunday, September 27th ONLY, and includes tea service overlooking the Tea Garden prior to your bath. Consider adding a massage in one of our airy outdoor pagodas. And be sure to make time for a rejuvenating visit to the Japanese Meditation Garden after your treatments.
    Located in the beautiful Freestone Valley. Osmosis offers the only Cedar Enzyme Bath in North America. The heat in the Cedar Enzyme Bath differs from other heat treatments because it is produced biologically, by a fermentation process requiring over 600 active enzymes. The surface of your skin, your pores, and even the cells themselves are thoroughly cleansed. Your body, mind and heart will all appreciate this perfect ending to your Farm Trails Weekend!


    Sebastopol/Cotati
    BAMBOO SOURCERY - NURSERY AND GARDENS   666 Wagnon Road, Sebastopol
    "Unfortunately, due to a family emergency, Bamboo Sourcery has had to cancel their participation in Weekend Along the Farm Trails. Please visit www.bamboosourcery.com for more information about the business or to schedule an appointment to purchase bamboo plants."



    BASSIGNANI NURSERY   1841 Gravenstein Hwy. S., Sebastopol
    (1 ½ miles southeast of downtown Sebastopol; our cross street is Bloomfield Road)
    Demonstration:  We will be having a Summer Rose Care demonstration at 10:30am on Saturday, September 26th.
    FREE admission.


    BEEKIND HONEY SHOP & BEEKEEPING SUPPLIES   921 Gravenstein Highway South, Sebastopol
    www.beekind.com (for directions) - 707-824-2905
  • Award Winning Honeys
  • Beeswax Candles & Supplies
  • Consumable Gifts
  • Bees, Supplies, Classes, Tours
  • "Bee" sure to watch our video at www.beekind.com on how to install honeybees into a hive.
  • Intro to Beekeeping class, 10:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday September 19th and 26th only.
    Please RSVP to 707-824-2905
  • We are offering 10% off anything if you mention "Farm Trails"
    • FREE admission.


    FRENCH GARDEN RESTAURANT & FARM    &   Restaurant: 8050 Bodega Avenue, Sebastopol
    Farm: 11031 Cherry Ridge Road, Sebastopol
    (From Sebastopol: Go west on Bodega Avenue/Hwy. 12, right on Grandview to end, left on Cherry Ridge Road, left at 11031. Follow paved drive to the end. Parking area will be indicated.)
    www.frenchgardenrestaurant.com
    French Garden Farm is a 30-acre bio-dynamic farm that features an heirloom orchard with apples, pears, plums, cherries, figs, prunes and other fruit trees; berries of various kinds, currents; a broad variety of row crops and flowers. Tours of the farm will be offered throughout the day and produce will be available to participants.
    FREE admission.
    Group tours followed by lunch on Saturday (11:30am to 2:30pm) or Sunday brunch (10:00am to 2:00pm) can be arranged. Call 707-824-2030. On Sundays, French Garden Restaurant & Bistro hosts a Farmer's Market from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
    Wear comfortable walking shoes. Sun hats recommended.


    FULL HOUSE FARM   1000 Sexton Road, Sebastopol/
    (Full House Farm is about one mile up Sexton Road from Hwy. 12. Once you have turned into the driveway, please stay to your left and go down the gravel drive. You will be directed as to where you can park. You will exit from 999 West Sexton, taking a right to return to Sexton Road.)
    www.fullhousefarm.com
    Full House Farm is a semi-sustainable family farm, meaning we grow or produce almost all our own food. We grow organic fruits, vegetables and herbs. We raise chicken for meat and eggs, goats for meat and milk, and sheep for meat. We share this way of living by offering a chance to stay here in one of our two vacation rentals where you are welcome to harvest and enjoy the farm produce. You can also participate in the Harmony with Horses programs where Christine Cole will share what she has learned from horses about harmonious living.
    Farm Life Tour:  Meet the horses, chickens, goats, and sheep. Learn how to operate a tractor, then tour the family garden and enjoy taste treats of various veggies. Tour times: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm.
    The Horses Tale:  A demonstration of how horses communicate with each other and with us. Demonstration Times: 10:00am, 12:00 noon, 2:00pm.
    We will be offering fresh baked pie by the slice or whole, light and sweet Vanilla Iced Goat Milk, Creamy fresh goat cheese and yogurt, apple butter and pear butter, free iced or hot Taylor Maid tea, cards, photography, oil paintings, water colors, and DVD’s depicting this way of living. FREE admission.
    Please, no pets - strange dogs, even when left in the car, can be very distressing to the farm animals. Please, no smoking - this time of year is very dry and fire danger is very high.


    GABRIEL FARM   3175 Sullivan Road, Sebastopol
    (West of Graton - Park along the driveway or along Sullivan Road, bordering the farm.)
    www.gabrielfarm.com
  • Pick-Your-Own Apples
  • Apple processing demonstrations - sauce, cider & pie making
  • Asian Pear Tasting - 8 varieties, at least
  • Shop and Enjoy our new store "AppleLucy's" - featuring up-cycled apple and pear items and products from our farm and other local producers.
  • Hear the latest in Garage Pop from the local band "The Ingrained".
    • Tour:  Our tour is focused on educating folks on the details of Organic fruit production and practices. We will discuss what separates Organics from conventional farming and the important reasons for being aware of what it exactly means to say something is "Organic". Our tour will accommodate all those who are interested, and will be lead by either Torrey or Lucy, who are the farmers at Gabriel Farm.
    Merchandise:  All of our products are certified organic by CCOF. We will have our fresh fruit for sale, as well as:
  • Asian Pear & Apple Juice
  • Asian Pear & Ginger Conserve
  • Asian Pear, Blackberry & Lavender Conserve
  • Cut Lavender
  • Asian Pear Brandy
  • Sebastopol's Finest Hard Cider
    • Prices:  Pick-Your-Own apples will be $2 per pound. All other prices will be the same as at our farmer's markets.
    FREE admission


    HALLBERG BUTTERFLY GARDENS   8687 Oak Grove Avenue, Sebastopol
    www.hallbergbutterflygardens.org
    Gift Shop and butterflies. Fly's Muerets Tortoise Shell Butterfly. We are offering a numbered map for your convenience. Books, cards, magnets, book marks, butterfly plants and butterfly list. FREE admission, although donations are very welcomed.


    HARMONY FARM SUPPLY & NURSERY   3244 Gravenstein Hwy. No., Sebastopol
    www.harmonyfarm.com
    Presentation:  Fall Veggie Gardening on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am to 1:00pm. We will be providing handouts on veggies that can be planted in the Fall and upcoming months, as well as organic veggie starts for sale.
    Tour:  A short tour of our edible garden display and organic vegetable operation will be incorporated into the presentation.
    Special Offer:  One small plant for fall veggie gardens and the opportunity to attend a free class on Fall Veggie Gardening.
    FREE admission
    Wear comfortable walking shoes.


    INSTANT JUNGLE BAMBOO AND PALM NURSERY   03 W. Railroad Avenue, Cotati
    www.instantjunglenorcal.com
    Open tours of the 4-acre nursery with 45 varieties of bamboo and palms. We are offering a 10% discount for the Farm Trails Weekend-Along-The-Farm-Trails event.
    FREE admission.


    JACOB'S JAMBOREE   Sebastopol
    (Please call 707-824-5611 for street address and directions.)
    www.jacobsjamboree.com
    A mini-farm on 1½ acres in peaceful country environment with llamas, alpacas, rabbits, cats, and dogs. Saturday and Sunday afternoon tours between 1:30pm and 4:30pm - space limited - advance reservations only.
    We will offer alpaca yarn and manure.
    Fee:  Sliding scale donation


    Petaluma/Penngrove
    ADOBE PUMPKIN FARM   2478 East Washington Street, Petaluma
    (corner of East Washington & Adobe Road)
    www.adobepumpkinfarm.com
    A 30-acre farm with lots of harvest fun! Come sample some of the bounty and fun planned for October, as we put the finishing touches in place. No tours; no hayrides this weekend, but jumpy house available for kids ($2); corn maze may or may not be open (weather permitting). One mini-pumpkin to each child.
    FREE admission.
    Please leave pets at home.


    ANDERSEN'S ORGANIC
    VEGETABLES & PUMPKIN PATCH    &           4588 Bodega Avenue, Petaluma - Second Location: 2485 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma
    (338-3363 - Jan Thomas - 529-1270 - Rodney Andersen)
    Open 10:00am to 6:00pm
    Wide variety of organic vegetables & melons, picked daily. Hayrides, mini-train rides, hay pyramid for climbing & hay tunnel for little ones. Drinks & snacks also available.
    FREE admission.


    ARTFUL ARRANGEMENTS   205 Orchard Lane, Penngrove
    (Old Redwood Hwy. to Goodwin, left on Denman, right on Orchard, left at the "T")
    www.artfularrangements.biz
    Artful Arrangements is a specialty nursery and gift shop/gallery at the location of a 1915 homestead. All plants are propagated in the greenhouses, and the art and award-winning arrangements are created on-site, many using plants with medicinal properties to promote Health, Happiness, Healing, Harmony, Hope (5-H Heart Art).
    The nursery has drought-tolerant native trees (madrone, oaks, bay, buckeye) and redwood, willow, fig, eucalyptus, black walnut, pine and peach, as well as seedless white table grape, rambling rose, rosemary, passion vine, sweet geranium, euonymus, yellow raspberry, billbergia and more.
    Drop by, meet owner/artist Diane H. Davis, and receive a complementary aloe plant. Browse the rustic eight-sided shop to find a one-of-a-kind creation anyone would be glad to receive. Diane has added Visa/MC this year, and offers affordable county-wide delivery. Check out the website and send a gift that's good for the soul!
    Learn about "Gift Farming" as you do the four-part, drop-in tour:
    1.  The Nursery:  Native drought-tolerant trees and specialty plants
    2.  The Giftshop:  living-plant creations and hand-painted one-of-a-kind items
    3.  Displays/Demos:  "Making Trellises for Ornamental Potted Plants" & "Secret Rock Writing"
    4.  Kid's Corner:  Free child's gift and place to play while adults browse/visit.
    The entry fee is a "wink & a smile".


    AZTEC DAHLIAS   2115 Adobe Road, Petaluma
    (Parking located by Hay Barn in first driveway. Parking is somewhat limited so please carpool if possible.)
    www.aztecdahlias.com
    Fresh cut dahlias and dahlia plants for sale. Viewing of over 6,000 dahlias plants and over 400 different varieties. Write down the names of your favorite varieties and order your tubers for next Spring via our website (www.aztecdahlias.com) starting October 1st, 2009. We will also have a person on site to discuss and sell earthworm Vermicompost and Worm Tea for plants, from Napa. Debbie Stevens from www.Wormendings.com
    Tour:  11:00am, Sunday ONLY. Maximum Participants, first 30 - $5.00 fee per person for tour.
    FREE admission.


    CANVAS RANCH   755 Tomales Road, Petaluma
    (8 miles from downtown Petaluma - Bodega Avenue to Tomales Rd. turnoff - 1 mile to farm sign)
    www.canvasranch.com
    Tours of our 28-acre farm, meet Babydoll sheep, Cashmere goats, chickens, baby ducks. See how we grow and provide veggies and fruit for 125 families through our CSA. Shop for homemade farm products. Visit working artist studio.
    We are offering tours of the farm, art studio, animal pastures, chicken coop, hoophouse, etc. FREE admission.
    Bring sweater and wear sturdy shoes.


    LOVEPATCH FARMS   292 Palm Avenue, Penngrove
    (Old Redwood Hwy. to Hatchery Road - Jay Palm Saddle Shop on corner, left on Hatchery, stay to right for ½ mile, take right fork which is Palm Avenue. 292 Palm is the third driveway on right.)
    www.lovepatchfarms.com
    Come and meet our loveable miniature horses "up close & personal". Meet the Mares and colorful Stallions that produce our wonderful little foals. Gates open at 10:00am. Tours: Lee & Cory will be hosting informative and entertaining farm tours starting promptly at 11:00am, and 3:00pm. Miniature Horse driving demo at 1:30pm. We guarantee all ages will have lots of fun learning about our loveable miniature horses.
    Lunch and refreshments will be available. Handcrafted items will be offered for sale. Have fun while supporting our ranch and the little ones!
    Fee:  Requested donation of $7.50 per adult, $5 per child - all proceeds contribute directly to our "Feed the Horses" fund.
    For your safety, NO open-toe shoes. Our farm is both toddler and senior friendly with easy access for strollers, wheelchairs and walkers.


    McCLELLAND DAIRY   6475 Bodega Avenue, Petaluma
    www.mcclellandsdairy.com
    Discover McClelland's Dairy Family Farm! Spend a day on the McClelland's Dairy family farm, being a farmer for a day. Start in the early morning with chores, feeding the baby calves, mixing grain for the cows, and milking cows. Experience what it's like to work on the farm for a day, and be rewarded by making your own butter! Depending on what time you like to start, the family farm has plenty to offer everyone. For those early risers, join the farm team and help by feeding the newborn calves their bottles. After feeding the baby calves, grain must be mixed to feed the mama cows, and then the cows must be milked. Learn to milk a cow! With all of the hands-on excitement, you will also learn about the history of the McClelland's Dairy family farm. You and your family can arrive at the farm, take in the guided tour and at your leisure join in on some of the other farm chores.
      Price:  $10 for adult - $5 for children - Children under 3 FREE.
      Discounts:   Bring in a McClelland Dairy butter top and take $2 off admission to "From She To Thee". No limit on the number of butter tops.
      Lunch:   Bring your lunch, or order lunch in advance from us. We will have a box lunch available and area to sit and relax between your "farm chores".
      Tours:  9:00am - 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Take a guided tour from Farmer George. He will tell you about our family farm history. Then he will take you through the nursery. To finish the tour watch the cows being milked in the parlor, then watch a cow being milked up close and personal! (Tours last about an hour.)
      Farm Chores:  During the hours of 9:00am - 4:00pm, experience what it's like to do chores on the family farm.
      Feed the baby calves:  Assist in the nursery by feeding baby calves their bottle of milk.
      Mix Grain:  The mama cows must eat too! Help mix their grain, and then feed some of the farms show cows - "the girls".
      Milking Time:  Learn to milk a cow!! Experience what it was like 50 years ago, when farmers milked cows by hand. Get one-on-one training from the farmers.
      Sign Up:   Please see our website (above) with information on how to sign up. Space is limited.
    All children must be accompanied by an adult.


    McEVOY RANCH   5935 Red Hill Road, Petaluma
    (From downtown Petaluma turn west onto "D" street, this street eventually becomes Red Hill Road. Proceed 1.6 miles past San Antonio Rd. The driveway to McEvoy Ranch is on the left, just past the yellow "Road Narrows" sign. Veer right after the little stone bridge and follow the driveway up the hill. Be careful of oncoming cars. Proceed to the right up to the "Rabbit" gate; gate opens automatically as you approach. Curve right and down the small hill to the second of two buildings on the right. Please park across from the two palm trees or parallel along the lavender hedge.)
    www.mcevoyranch.com or 707-778-2307 for questions.
    Saturday, September 26th ONLY10:00am - 3:00pm.
    In a marriage of traditional methods and modern engineering. McEvoy Ranch produces a bold California olive oil with a distinctly Italian heritage. Just west of Petaluma, McEvoy Ranch enjoys a long, cool growing season, ensuring a slow ripening of our fruit. Our certified organic growing methods, early harvest, and the skillful blending of our Tuscan varietals, together create the rich complexity of our extra virgin olive oil. Come view our ranch and mill, while sampling our olive oil and other estate produced items. Shopping will be available in our retail room.
    Raffle:  FREE hourly drawing of McEvoy Ranch products
    FREE admission.
    Please drive slowly from the main road to the ranch. Follow parking signs and instructions.


    PASSANISI NURSERY   8270 Petaluma Hill Road, Penngrove
    (South of location identified on Farm Trails map.)
    www.passanisinursery.com
    We will be offering sales, sales, sales - specifics to be determined.
    FREE admission.


    PETALUMA BOUNTY FARM   55 Shasta Avenue, Petaluma
    (Shasta Ave. is one block long off of Petaluma Blvd. N. The farm is on the left, park on the street. There are parking signs.)
    www.petalumabounty.org
    The Bounty Farm is part of Petaluma Bounty's mission to provide healthy food to everyone, especially those in need. Our educational farm grows over 80 different vegetables, herbs, fruit and flowers sustainably and offers classes, tours and workshops to children, youth and adults on growing food healthfully. Seasonal produce and flowers will be available for purchase. Farm fresh pizza will be available baked in our cob (earthen) oven shaped like a giant rooster (suggested donation for pizza).
    FREE admission. Check our website (above) for more specific details closer to the event date.
    Open: The farm will be open from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday (only), September 26th.
    Farm Stand will be open from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm.
    Please no pets, no smoking, drive slowly on dirt roads to your agricultural adventure.


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