Day on the Farm

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Event:
Day on the Farm
Start:
July 15, 2012 11:00 AM
End:
July 15, 2012 3:00 PM
Category:
Updated:
July 3, 2012
Venue:
Crossroads Community Farm
Address:
Cross Plains, WI, United States

Experience the true taste of a Wisconsin summer admidst the seeminly endless fields of fresh produce at Crossroads Community Farm! Guests will enjoy a picnic-style lunch featuring farm-fresh ingredients prepared by chefs from some of our wonderful Buy Fresh Buy Local restaurants:

Salvatore’s Tomato Pies  ●  The Madison Club   ●  Fit Fresh Cuisine with desserts from Sassy Cow Creamery and Monty’s Blue Plate Diner!  

In additon to the excellent meal, the afternoon will include:

  • Pickle making, costumes, & potato sack races for the kids
  • Chef Demonstrations
  • Tours of the farm with the opportunity to learn about sustainable farming practices from our hosts Mike & Cassie Noltnerwyss and their daughter Zea.

*Don’t get lost! Check out the farmers’ own directions*

All proceeds benefit the efforts of REAP’s Buy Fresh Buy Local Program cultivating the network of local farmers & chefs and building the community of local eaters.

Link: http://www.reapfoodgroup.org/buy-fresh-buy-local-campaign/day-on-the-farm

ABOUT US:

We are a non-profit organization based in Madison, Wisconsin that supports and connects Community Supported Agriculture farmers and eaters.

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GET INVOLVED:

We rely on support from hundreds of volunteers, donors, and farms each year to continue building the local food movement. Find out how you can contribute.

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BUY OUR
COOKBOOK:

From Asparagus to Zucchini is an essential tool for all CSA members and vegetable lovers who want to make the most of local and seasonal produce.

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PARTNER SHARES:

This program, among other community programs, works to reduce the barriers of CSA membership in our community by providing cost-sharing opportunities.

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CSA HEALTH INSURANCE REBATE:

The Coalition and area Health Plan partners encourage healthier diets and a healthier Wisconsin through fresh, local produce on our tables.

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