Kawartha Farmfest Returns This Fall With Nine Farms to Explore
/By Scott Arnold
Fall is a pretty good time to get out and explore the countryside, and Kawartha Farmfest gives families nine different reasons to do just that.
Kawartha Farmfest returns October 3rd, bringing visitors to nine farms and rural attractions across Kawartha Lakes. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
The 24th annual Kawartha Farmfest takes place Saturday, October 3rd, with nine farm families opening their properties to visitors from 10am to 4pm.
It’s a self-guided driving tour, so there’s no set route. Visitors can decide which stops they want to make and how much time they want to spend at each one. Admission is $5 for adults, while children under 14 are free.
And each farm has its own theme and activities.
At The Roost Farm near Brechin, it’s all about maple, with demonstrations, farm animals, wool work and fall scenery. Wagon rides, food and the farm market are also available for an additional cost. Located at 3314 Kirkfield Rd, Brechin.
The Roost Farm will celebrate all things maple during this year’s Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
Schaiwind Farm in Woodville is putting the spotlight on its sheep, including demonstrations of sheep shearing and sheep dog herding. Visitors can also meet the shepherd and learn about the farm’s solar grazing operation. Located at 84 Goose Lake Rd., Woodville.
Schaiwind Farm is one of nine stops featured during the 24th annual Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
If apples are more your thing, Holliday’s Farm Fresh Vegetables is offering pick-your-own apples from its dwarf orchard, with several varieties available. Ready-picked apples and products from the farm store will also be available. Located at 1641 Glenarm Rd., Woodville.
Visitors can explore Holliday’s Farm Fresh Vegetables during Kawartha Farmfest on October 3rd. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
At O’Brienview Farm in Cameron, visitors can walk through the certified organic farm, meet the cattle and poultry and learn more about organic farming. Fresh vegetables and frozen meat will be available for purchase. Located at 688 Country Lane, Cameron.
O’Brienview Farm will welcome visitors as part of this year’s Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
Sims Farm near Fenelon Falls will have its turkeys, chickens, goats, sheep and cattle on display, along with farm equipment and its farm store. There will also be a chance to purchase eggs, baked goods and a hot dog lunch. Located at 1394 Kawartha Lakes County Road 121 Fenelon Falls.
Sims Farm is among the nine participating farms taking part in Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
For those who don't mind getting a little lost, McQuaid’s Country Market near Omemee has a nine-acre corn maze, along with games, a scavenger hunt and a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch. The farm market will also be stocked with pumpkins, squash, gourds and other local products. Located at 346 Peace Road, Omemee.
McQuaid’s Country Market will be one of the stops on the self-guided Kawartha Farmfest tour. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
Lunar Rhythm Gardens in Janetville will offer tours of its 15-acre organic farm, including its fields, greenhouses and other growing areas. Visitors can also see the farm animals and stop by the petting zoo, while fresh produce, meat, honey, preserves and apples will be available. Located at 253 Gray Road, Janetville.
Lunar Rhythm Gardens is opening its farm to visitors for this year’s Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
At Stellmar Farm in Little Britain, giant pumpkins take centre stage as the farm celebrates its 24th year of Pumpkinfest. There will be games, face painting, fall vendors and crafts, with a discounted haunted corn maze available to Farmfest visitors. Located at 136 Sandbar Road, Little Britain.
Stellmar Farm will celebrate its 24th year of Pumpkinfest during Kawartha Farmfest. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
And at Valentia Equestrian Centre, visitors can meet horses, sheep, goats, chickens, alpacas and other animals, explore the forest trail and mini maze, and take part in kids' activities. Pony rides and animal treats will be available for an additional cost. Located at 188 Valentia Road, Little Britain.
Valentia Equestrian Centre is one of nine farms welcoming visitors during Kawartha Farmfest on October 3rd. (Photo provided by the City of Kawartha Lakes via KawarthaLakes.ca)
