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Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland is excited to present its first event of 2013 - the Spring Farm Tour!
SPF's Spring Farm Tour is a fun and educational trip to select farms in the Skagit Valley. Enjoy a day of thought-provoking discussion and gorgeous scenery as we tour the Skagit Valley in a comfortable chartered bus. Participants get a firsthand look at the important role farming plays in Skagit County. This spring the tour revolves around the role of livestock in Skagit agriculture.
Space is limited, reserve your spot today!
Ticket price includes continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks throughout the day.
Spring Farm Tour Itinerary (subject to change):
Start of Tour:
Meet at 8:00 a.m. at Sakuma Market Stand
Continental breakfast, overview, and introduction. Board the bus.
1st stop:
Skagit River Ranch
Family owned sustainable organic farming.
2nd stop:
Dykstra Dairy
Dykstra Dairy features barley that is sprouted 24 hours daily to feed their cattle.
3rd stop & Lunch (combined):
Nelson Potatoes
An integration of livestock with potato farming.
Lunch from the Rexville Grocery.
4th stop:
Samish Bay Cheese
Award-winning local artisan cheeses made from milk supplied by their own cattle.
5th stop:
Tidegate in Edison
Learn about the critical infrastructure that is essential for the economic viability of Skagit farming.
End of Tour:
Return to Sakuma Market Stand at 3:00 p.m.
A special thank you to our Farm Tour sponsors:
Bellair Charters
Skagit Farmers Supply
Washington State Potato Commission
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LocationStart and End at Sakuma Market Stand (View)
17790 Cook Road
Burlington, WA 98233
United States
Categories
| Minimum Age: 5 |
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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