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Farm to Fork Tour - Marin County
Marin County Farm-to-Fork Tour
Bay Area Green Tours is very proud to announce our 2nd tour in collaboration with the Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT).
Saturday, May 7th, 2011
9:00 am - 6:30 pm from/to Berkeley (meet at Gather Restaurant)
9:30 am - 6:00 pm from/to Larkspur (meet at Country Market)
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$85 without lunch
$100 including lunch (egg salad sandwich, green salad, vanilla ice cream)
Spend a day on beautiful organic farms - surrounded by the lush green hills of Marin county!
~ Meet the farmers & learn about sustainable agriculture and farming
~ Take a tour of the beautiful Red Hill Ranch and County Line Harvest
~ Learn how grass-fed beef and lamb is raised at Stemple Creek Ranch
~ Explore how tomatoes, sweet pepers, eggplants, and more are grown organically at Quetzal Farm
~ Discover local organic treasures and purchase products directly from the farmers
~ Engage in a dialoge about the important work of The Marin Agricultural Land Trust
~ Enjoy stunning views of Marin county with its beautiful spring time wildflowers
~ An exciting and educational day out in the green!
Red Hill Ranch & County Line Harvest
Red Hill Ranch, a MALT protected property in Marin, has been in the Dolcini family for generations. At the farm we will see beef cattle, chickens and have a 35 acre land allotted for County Line Harvest. This certified organic farm specializes in greens - from several varieties of lettuce and other specialty greens, to hearty braising greens, to hard-to-find varieties of Italian chicories. They also grow tomatoes, strawberries, basil, onions, beets, fennel, various herbs and edible flowers, among many others! Kitty Dolcini manages a farm stand at the farm where her organic eggs and produce can be found all year long!
Stemple Creek Ranch
Stemple Creek Ranch is a family owned and operated ranch protected by MALT. The Poncia family raise beef and lamb that are both fed an all natural, organic grass and clover diet and are grass finished. None of their animals are subjected to artificial hormones, growth promotants, or antibiotics. The family protects and works with the land that they have by protecting their riparian habitats and resting pastures in between grazings to ensure that the land can bounce back from the wear and tear of the herds.
Quetzal Farm
Quetzal Farm in Santa Rosa is certified organic by both the USDA and CCOF. They grow a variety of organic fruits and vegetables but specialize in dried peppers and tomatoes for their homemade salsas. As great stewards of their lands they plant native plants, are advocates of rich organic matter, and ensure that there are habitats for their beneficial birds, insects, and animals. You can find Quetzal products at a variety of farmers markets in Berkeley and Marin as well as in our local Gather Restaurant.
Please bring water, and a bag and some cash if you would like to purchase products from the farmers. We recommend comfortable, closed shoes.
SATURDAY, May 7th, 2011
Pick up information for the Berkeley and Larkspur pickups (make sure to get to your stop early, if you get there late you will be left behind!):
1. WE WILL BE DEPARTING AT 9:00 from Gather Restuarant, 2200 Oxford St., Berkeley, return around 6:30pm.
2. WE WILL BE DEPARTING AT 9:30 from Marin Country Mart in Larkspur (Sir Francis Drake side of the parking lot in front of Bed, Bath & Beyond) return around 6:00 pm.
Tour tickets are non-refundable, but can be transferred. We will depart rain or shine.
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LocationGather Restaurant
2200 Oxford St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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