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HomeMy WebLinkAbout052925 - Join us for Upcoming WSU Regional Small Farms Classes in June!ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. Join WSU Regional Small Farms in June for online and in-person educational opportunties! View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/wsu/april-2025-regional-small-farms-classes-17592510?e=bae7ffec58> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/e9dec2c6-a793-8f98-ec76-7d9e577f4300.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/a7c37ce6-398c-6d62-6893-79583cb08cc4.jpg> JUNE 4th! - Dirt Talk Farm Walk - Agritourism: Value-Added Products & On-Farm Experiences WSU Regional Small Farms will be hosting a special series of educational Dirt Talk Farm Walks in 2025 throughout Kitsap County in conjunction with the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition farms. This group of dedicated farmers will be sharing their unique experiences and expertise around integrating agritourism as part of your farm business. Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk education experience at Bluetree Farm & Forest on Bainbridge Island! This is a unique opportunity for existing farmers to explore a thriving small acreage lavender farm and learn about the innovative ways to enhance your farm’s appeal and profitability through agritourism. Event Highlights: * Lavender Farm Tour: Enjoy a guided walk through their picturesque lavender and learn about the cultivation and care of this versatile plant. * Value-Added Products: Discover the range of lavender products the farm creates and sells and gain insights into how value-added products can boost your farm’s revenue. * On-Farm Opportunities: Learn about other various on-farm experiences this small farm offers, including their native food forest walk and popular farm-to-table dinners that showcase the farm’s own products. Why Attend? * Gain practical knowledge from experienced agritourism professionals. * Network with fellow farm owners around agritourism. * Take home actionable strategies to implement on your own farm. Registration Date: In Person! June 4th, 2025 Time: 1pm – 3pm Location: Bluetree Farm and Forest, Bainbridge Island, WA – Address will be provided at registration. Audience: Farmers interested in agritourism either as a beginning venture or expanding their current agritourism offerings. Registration Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6653017 <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=bc82f9907a&e=bae7ffec58> Please only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend as there is limited space for this event. If you register and are unable to come, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours before the event so that we may open up registration to other interested farmers. If you go to register and there are no spaces available, please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list. ________________________________ <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/f7d69d67-1672-5227-b8d3-5ddd8e5ba4c4.png> JUNE 23rd! - Grow Your Farm with Agritourism A Guided Tour & Class at Jardin du Soleil Pre-registration is required. To register, visit growyourfarm.brownpapertickets.com <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=ffd9acf309&e=bae7ffec58> Discover how lavender agritourism can help your small farm thrive. Join Paul Schiefen, co-owner of Jardin du Soleil Lavender Farm and Farm and Food Business Development Program Manager at the North Olympic Development Council, for a behind-the-scenes tour of a working farm that has built a strong, diversified agritourism model over the past two decades. This practical, hands-on class will explore proven strategies for adding on-farm income through events, animal experiences, you-pick operations, farm stays, processing demos, and more. Presented by the North Olympic Development Council and the WSU Regional Small Farms Program, this session is designed specifically for small farm owners looking to diversify, attract visitors, and build long-term sustainability through engaging customer experiences. This class is for farmers in Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap Counties. Not open to the general public. This program is funded in part by an award from the USDA Rural Business Development Grant program. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. ________________________________ Language Interpretation Opportunity: WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program has acquired portable language interpretation equipment to increase more meaningful access to educational opportunities. We currently offer live Spanish interpretation when available. Persons who need Spanish translation services at our events, please contact your local Extension office at least two weeks in advance of the event. Contact Kellie Henwood, kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or call (360) 379-5610 ext. 201. El Programa Regional de Pequeñas Granjas de Extensión de WSU tiene equipos portátiles de interpretación para facilitar el acceso a oportunidades educativas. 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