• Ranch tours – 10-11 am, 12-1 pm, 2-3 pm & 4-5 pm. These are walking tours with easy accessibility.
• NEW – Food Truck available from 11am to 3pm
• Kids program – Educational activities hosted at the Cookhouse and presented by our Calgary Stampede Education team – dummy roping, barrel racing, predator/pray game & rope making
• NWMP cabin – History provided about the Northwest Mounted Police that were stationed at the OH Ranch 
• Cookhouse – History talks about the ranch and local area – Garden and canning presentations to highlight sustainability
• Photo ops – Horse provided for kids to have pictures taken with
• Free Draws – OH Ranch: local grass-fed beef freezer box
  • Open Farm Days draw
  • Sponsor Draw

The 4th annual Coaldale Ag Society Open Farm Days Bus Tour has arrived! This event is a full-day guided bus tour showcasing the best of agriculture in the Coaldale area. Local Lunch is included on the tour, and families are welcome! Tour stops include a potato farm, a beef feedlot, and more! Stay tuned to our social media for more details, as we approach the event! $10 person or $20 per Family Please arrive with your ticket(s) at 845 Spud Farms (5km south of Coaldale on AB-HWY 845) by 8:45am for registration on August 15th. Stay tunned to Facebook and Instagram for updates. Instagram: Coaldale_ag_society Facebook: Coaldale and District Agricultural Society

At Ehrenholz Farms, we raise mixed-breed beef cattle. When you come visit us, you'll meet some of the cows and learn how we manage the cattle and the land through our grazing management. You will see demonstrations of an off-site watering system and temporary electric fencing. You will also be able to examine our cattle handling equipment and view an exhibit showing different parts of a cow and how it is cut up into beef. There will be no set schedule of events. Rather, there will be several stations for you to move through, each manned by someone competent to speak to you about what you are seeing.

Medieval Manor Gardens is a sustainability-focused native plant nursery, greenhouse, and small livestock operation dedicated to reconnecting people with land stewardship, traditional knowledge, and ecological resilience. Inspired by historical and medieval homesteading practices, we blend time-tested methods with modern sustainability principles to cultivate hardy plants and responsibly steward livestock suited to our northern climate. Our work highlights the interconnected role of plants, animals, and soil health. Livestock contribute to natural nutrient cycling, land management, and low-waste systems, while our greenhouse and nursery emphasize seed stewardship, climate-resilient growing, and biodiversity support. We prioritize low-impact techniques such as outdoor overwintering, habitat-friendly planting, and practices that support pollinators and local ecosystems. Through plant cultivation, livestock stewardship, and educational experiences, we encourage accessible ways for communities to grow food, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen local resilience. Medieval Manor Gardens represents a fusion of heritage and innovation—reviving traditional wisdom while adapting it to modern sustainability challenges. Core Educational Experiences 1. Guided Walk through our meadow area as a part of the Rangelands and Pastoralists theme Visitors will be guided through our native meadows to learn: • The role of native plants in watershed health, soil conservation, and as value as diverse forage for livestock • How native species support pollinators and beneficial insects • Identification of common Alberta native plants • Practical ways homeowners can incorporate native plants into their own landscapes • The importance of biodiversity in sustainable agriculture These tours demonstrate how ecological gardening supports long-term environmental health and reduces reliance on irrigation and chemical inputs. ________________________________________ 2. Livestock Stewardship & Heritage Breeds Education Visitors will have the opportunity to observe and learn about small-scale livestock production, including: • Responsible animal husbandry practices • The role of livestock in diversified farms • Seasonal cycles such as lambing and poultry hatching • Ethical care and enrichment for farm animals • Heritage breeds and their historical agricultural significance • Meet and greets with some of our animal friends including Juno, our Mammoth Donkey, the Lil’ Raptor racing chickens, and our Wiltshire Horn lambs Educational signage and staff interaction will support safe, respectful learning experiences. ________________________________________ 3. Medieval & Heritage Skills Interpretation Reflecting the historical inspiration of Medieval Manor Gardens, visitors will explore heritage skills and traditional agricultural knowledge, such as: • Historical uses of herbs and useful plants • Weaving demonstrations • Medieval themed children's activities such as a trebuchet launch • Connections between historical agriculture and modern sustainability These displays connect the past to present-day regenerative practices. ________________________________________ 4.Other Elements Additional learning opportunities such as: • Native edible plant tastings • Self directed information stations in the greenhouse, Hiraeth gift shop, Dragon Wagon, and Artisan Market space will be available • Solar-powered/sustainable technology displays

Tour our first-generation homestead where we live fully off the grid, growing food the way our grandparents did - by hand, with patience and with deep respect for the land. Learn how solar panels and batteries supply our energy and the compromises we make to minimize our electricity needs. See the work-in-progress rain capture system as we expand to supply all of our gardens. Explore our cover cropping experiments that build soil rather than deplete it, minimizing chemical inputs like fertilizer. Learn how we rotate and protect our crops from pests both big and small. View our hard-working farm animals (from a distance!) like the dog who protects and entertains us as we work, the bees who pollinate our gardens, the cat who keeps small pests away and the chickens who produce our eggs. Try some tasty treats from our farm stand to sample the incredible food this land provides and ask how we preserve and store it to minimize waste. The resources on our land have been purposefully cultivated to support not only sustainable farming but a sustainable business model, balancing a modest living for ourselves and reasonable prices for our customers, so bring your curiosity. We love to share how this land feeds us, challenges us and connects us to our community! As we are a working farm we ask that you please leave your own pets at home to support bio-security and minimize disruption to our animals.

Pottery by Heather Studio is a working production studio, producing a complete line of functional porcelain pottery. The pottery is hand thrown and fired in a gas kiln, making for unique and varied colourations. During Open Farm Days, Heather will be doing throwing demonstrations and taking visitors step by step through the process. She will be explaining where clay comes from, how pieces are made, how they are finished and firing of the work in the kilns. It is a magical process that is spellbinding. Being that the pottery studio is the full family income, there will also be discussions of owning and operating and marketing a unique business. The front of the studio property is a large sustaining vegetable garden. Produce is grown and put away for the winter months. The garden will be available to walk through. We also grow tomatoes along the side of studio and everyone loves to talk tomatoes and gardening.

We will have horse drawn and tractor drawn wagon rides that tour through our farm and orchard. As well as a juicing demonstration with berries from our own orchard.

Join us for Alberta Open Farm Days at Farming Smarter, where agriculture comes to life through hands‑on learning, interactive booths, and guided field tours. This family‑friendly event is designed to spark curiosity, share knowledge, and connect visitors with modern farming practices in southern Alberta! Visitors are invited to explore interactive booths where questions are encouraged and conversations with agriculture professionals help bring farming research and practices into focus. A bingo‑style activity will add a fun, self‑guided element to the day, encouraging guests to visit each booth and engage with exhibitors. Guided tours of Farming Smarter’s field research plots will provide an up‑close look at local agriculture and demonstrate how research supports innovation and decision‑making for farmers in the region. Whether you’re closely connected to agriculture or simply curious about where your food comes from, Alberta Open Farm Days at Farming Smarter offers an informative and engaging way to experience farming firsthand!

Join us at the Fort Kent Research Farm for Open Farm Days—an engaging, family-friendly event that brings together agriculture, education, and community connection. Visitors can explore a vibrant local artisan market and tradeshow, showcasing regional producers, makers, and agricultural businesses. Get lost (in the best way) in our corn maze, then dive into hands-on learning experiences across the farm. Our horticulture area highlights practical, regenerative growing approaches, including a no-till garden, greenhouse production, a Three Sisters planting that demonstrates companion cropping rooted in Indigenous knowledge, and a developing orchard that showcases long-term food production and perennial systems suited to our northern climate. Explore our Living Edge shelterbelt and riparian outdoor classroom, where you’ll see how thoughtful land management supports biodiversity, water health, and long-term resilience on working landscapes. Throughout the day, guests can also tour our research field trials, where applied agricultural studies are underway to support producers with practical, locally relevant information. Be sure to check out our machinery display, where all of LARA’s equipment will be on-site—offering a closer look at the tools and technology used to support research, land stewardship, and agricultural programming. Whether you’re a producer, gardener, or simply curious about where your food comes from, Open Farm Days offers something for everyone—grounded in real-world practices and rooted in the Lakeland landscape.

Spend time with real working sled dogs and experience a part of Canada that even many people here no longer truly know. At Rocky Wolf Ranch, visitors will be introduced to our sled dogs, with a particular focus on the Canadian Eskimo Dog — a rare, original Canadian breed of significant cultural and historical importance. These dogs have shaped life in the North over generations and were essential for transportation, hunting, and survival under extreme conditions. Today, they are largely unknown even within Canada and, with only around 400 animals worldwide, are among the most endangered sled dog breeds. During the visit, guests will learn about the history, breeding, training, and daily work of these dogs. They will experience how a sled dog team functions, how the dogs communicate with each other, and what fundamentally sets them apart from typical companion animals. In a guided and safe environment, visitors will have the opportunity to observe the dogs up close and interact with them. This provides insight into behaviour, pack dynamics, and the unique relationship between humans and working dogs. This experience is intentionally calm and authentic. It is not about entertainment, but about genuine understanding — of the dogs, their history, and their future.

Bar OA Farms is a micro cut flower farm located in a larger farm focused on seasonal blooms and authentic on-farm experiences. During Alberta Open Farm Days, we will offer guided farm tours, u-pick flower experiences, and the opportunity for visitors to learn about how our flowers are grown and harvested. Guests can explore the farm and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment. Our on-site coffee bar will also be open, serving lattes and iced coffee made with locally roasted beans, alongside a selection of locally made baked goods.

We produce a variety of craft beer using top quality ingredients, including Alberta grown malt. Our products are all brewed and packaged in-house. Our tour will include a walk through of the brewing facility, discussing the process from start to finish. Where we source ingredients, what we do with our spent grain, how we brew and package our products, and how we distribute them. Tours may also include samples (must be 18+).

We will be hosting an Open Farms Day end BBQ where visitors and Host are able to attend to end their exciting day. On site we will have many vendors of Local producers (Taste of Barrhead) that will be there to interact with many visitors. Those who have not been able to attend their farm during the day, will have the opportunity to see a few animals and be educated on what farming is all about. Demonstrations with also be shown throughout the 4 hours they are open.

Beacon Farms is a small agricultural business specializing in raising Boer goats to produce premium quality goat meat. Started in 2020 Beacon Farms is owned and managed by Sarah Gibbard and her son. Nestled in Flagstaff County's grain farming country just outside the bustling town of Daysland, Beacon Farms is currently home to around 40 Boer goats. However, when the babies are also on the farm there are around 120 goats on the farm in total. Beacon Farms takes great care in raising their goats in a free range environment the promotes optimum goat health and quality meat. Although the goats on Beacon Farms are not registered animals we are constantly striving to improve the breed through selecting top quality sires and retaining only the best doelings to expand the herd. During Open Farm Days Beacon Farms will open the public for farm tours which will include being up close and personal with some of this years bottle baby goats including a discussion on goat confirmation and selecting quality animals. The farm will also do goat hoof trimming demonstrations, discussions on goat husbandry, goat nutrition. We will also discuss the challenges to finding a market for goat meat and the way we have chosen to process, package, market and sell our meat. On Saturday Beacon Farms will have a market on site as well featuring local vendors from the Flagstaff county. Beacon Farms will have a few different goat meat dishes prepared so guests can sample a recipe using goat meat.

Join us for a fun filled day with family friendly activities, flower tours, u-pick flowers, artisan farmers market, and a candle making studio tour. We have food and (non-alcoholic) drink options and sitting areas available to relax and enjoy your visit with us. Check out our farm store while you're here; we have a great selection of Alberta and Canadian made products. Meet some cute animals, play yard games, get glitter tattoos or face painting (one or the other will be available), jump in the bounce house, check out our kids zone, and plan to make it a fun family outing. Dress for the occasion and plan to take some great family photos in the flowers while you're here. Numerous photo locations are available. Our market is curated with a variety of locally owned small businesses showcasing their goods and is a great shopping experience every year. We look forward to hosting you at our event this year!

Short tour of some of our more friendly rescues and information. Session about what we do, who we help and how to get involved.

We are a collaborative farm that produces fresh veggies, flowers, eggs, and honey. We believe in building community surrounding food and offer a CSA veggie box subscription. We are offering tours of the site focusing on sustainability. This includes sharing our story and the benefits of collaboration, water conservation practices, and seed production. We will also be highlighting our composting practices with animal integration. Our site makes use of food waste which our chickens and pigs help compost. We also take in arborist waste to help build soil and conserve water through deep mulching. The flower u pick and farm stand will be open and we will be inviting other local vendors out for a mini market. Food will also be available on site from a mobile food vendor.

Located between Airdrie and Crossfield, Souto Farms proudly grows over 20 acres of fresh vegetables for families across Alberta, including some of our most popular crops—from carrots and cucumbers to peas and even our own strawberries. As part of Alberta Open Farm Days, we welcome visitors to experience firsthand how food is grown from seed to harvest. Guests will learn about every step of the process, including sourcing seeds, planting, watering, crop care, and harvesting, as well as the equipment and systems we use on our farm. Visitors will also have the opportunity to tour our facility where we dehydrate our own apple chips, learning how the fruit is brought from our farm in the Okanagan and transformed into a finished product. Our goal is to help people better understand what they are eating, what goes into their bodies, and the care behind every product we grow. We are passionate about sharing the importance of supporting local agriculture and building a healthier, stronger community, and we truly appreciate everyone who takes the time to visit and learn with us.

We are an ag society that would like to showcase our riding arena with activities through out the day that can include Kids’ mini farm chore experience Scavenger hunt around the facility (educational checkpoints) “Ask a Farmer” booth Petting zoo with educational signage Western heritage storytelling corner Wagon rides around the property Guided horse riding demos (with safety education) “Meet the Breeds” livestock showcase (cattle, sheep, goats, poultry) Horse grooming & tack-up demonstrations

We are a first generation cow calf and backgrounding operation with a direct to consumer beef retail program.

Welcome to Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in Pincher Creek, Alberta!

  We have 6 and a half acres, beautifully manicured with over 30 historical buildings, packed with artifacts, for visitors to explore. Our museum highlights the history of our area from the 1870s to 1960s here in the beautiful foothills of Southern Alberta. Join us for a day in the Village and step back in time. We also have a café that is serving up lunch! Everyone is welcome to our historical village, except the dog. Please leave pets at home.  

Pioneer Outpost

Attention Fernie and Crowsnest bound travelers! Spice up your road trip and make the Pioneer Outpost a pit stop on your next drive down the Cowboy Trail. Located on the U Lazy U ranch 3km south of Chain Lakes Provincial Park, the Outpost is a perfect place to stretch your legs, take in some scenery and load up on Alberta's finest meats. Offerings will include the full line of Pioneer products, a selection of locally sourced pantry items and even firewood for your weekend adventure. Pasture raised beef is raised on our property. Our sons have a butchery and charcuterie business and we sell their product here.

We have 320 acres. We will have horse in a corral for people to visit. We will have some games for kids

 

Step back into the past with a visit to the original Pegg family farmstead, established in 1913.

  Join us to learn about the challenges our early farmers faced and the inventive ways they provided water for raising livestock and doing daily household chores. Young George developed a keen interest in plants and as an adult he made valuable contributions to the record of Alberta’s native plants. His original plant collector’s garden is the centerpiece of this site. Also on site: Meet our talented artists at the 11th Annual Art in the Garden Show and Sale. Maverick’s Donuts is selling delectable works of art that will delight your taste buds.

Activities for all ages!

• Take a guided tour of the historic farmstead and garden • Play some lawn games • Explore the deep forest on the nature trail • Solve the clues on a scavenger hunt • Create your own piece of art with Emily’s button press • Step up for some fun photo ops • Bring a picnic lunch and spread out under the shade of your favourite tree • Learn about the many ways our ag producers farm in Lac Ste. Anne County

 

We offer free, guided walking tours of our farm throughout the day, guided by one of our family members; Rod, Andria, Jessica or Briana.

  Our other family members, Janet, Derrick and others will be assisting with registration, lunch and kids play area. Rod and Janet started farming in the Dapp area in 1989 and have implemented many practices and management systems to improve the soils, vegetation, and wildlife of the farmland while also growing the farm business into a successful operation that is now in transition to the next generation. We raise cattle, poultry and hogs for our farm-direct meat business and we will have a variety of products available to purchase and take home that day! So we suggest that you bring a cooler or box!

Tour Highlights:

• visit the laying hens; feed them grass and pick eggs
• learn about feed sources; barley, wheat, pellets, rations, minerals
• brush and pet the 'ranch' horses
• neighbouring farm will be bringing sheep!
• feed and observe pastured beef steers
• tractor haywagon ride to cow-calf herd (small fee)

Plus! A large sand area and toys for kids to enjoy while adults relax in our gorgeous yard. BBQ Lunch & refreshments will be available to purchase - meat from our own products! This is our ninth year hosting! We look forward to your questions, discussions and sharing all things about Alberta Agriculture!  

Welcome to our frontier!

Providence Lane Homestead is a small-scale regenerative farm located just 45 minutes northwest of downtown Calgary. Since 2019, we have been Canada's only dedicated fibre farm to be certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World. With our flock of endangered heritage breed Border Leicesters - the breed was featured in the movie "Babe" - and a small troop of alpacas, we use our flerd to carefully manage the land we steward, including eight hectares of native prairie, a small outpost in a critically-endangered prairie ecosystem. We believe in building community and have worked extensively with many partners, including the University of Calgary, the Alberta University of the Arts, Emily Carr University of Art + Design as well as our amazing conservation partners like MultiSAR and Cows and Fish as well as other community members (we call them our fibre friends) like our amazingly supportive handspinners and weavers, artists, makers and more. We prioritize climate resilience and rare breed conservation as we work hard to raise our heritage breed sheep in an environment where they will not only thrive, but they'll also become a critical part of building healthy soil, water and carbon cycles. As much as we can be, we are an inclusive environment and welcome guests from every walk of life. For those of our guests who may require a quiet Sensory Space, we are pleased to provide an opportunity to ground yourself, catch your breath and re-establish your equilibrium. Please ask us and we will be happy to point you in the right direction! PARKING NOTE: We have plenty of parking across the road from the farm gate. Look for the sign and we will be ready to welcome you on foot at the homestead! Although we welcome all kinds of people to the homestead, we are unable to accommodate dogs. For everyone's safety and comfort, please leave your fabulous pooch at home. Clio, Brian and Mabel thank you!

During Open Farm Days, join us at Providence Lane Homestead on Saturday,

• Are you homestead-curious? Take a tour of our small-scale regenerative farm as Tara walks you through a "day in the life" for our resident pastoralists!
• Join shepherd and Livestock Guardian Dog breeder Jacquie Turuk from Shars and Sheep and Honeybees as she answers questions and teaches our guests about our incredible dogs, Brian and Clio, and others like them. Some of the things you may discover - how long have humans been working with dogs on open rangelands? What do these dogs do? How are guardian dogs different from pet dogs? Should guardian breeds be pets?
• Go for a walk and get your hands dirty with Dr. Steven Tannas as we explore the ecology of native prairie grasslands and some straight talk about what it takes to actually restore native grasslands once they've been altered.
• Pull up a patch and settle in for some yarnin' about life on the prairie from some local (and colourful) storytellers. If you jog her memory, Tara might even tell the story about would-be ostrich wrangler, Chicken Fred. You don't want to miss it!
• Our "Down the Lane" marketplace will be humming with offerings including - a selection of our own blend of native wildflower seeds, sheeps' milk soap, Jacquie's own honey and once again we're thrilled to welcome Jill back from Marty Lynn with a curated, made-to-order collection of knitwear!

With more activities and market vendors0 lining up, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter and check back to catch the latest updates!

What was once home to a grain and cattle farm has now been transformed into a unique country get away with many different things to see, do, and experience.

 

Come stay at the campground nestled in the trees beside a spring-fed pond, check out the Farm Yard Mini-Golf course, fish for fresh trout (catch and release), pick berries, or order fresh pie, jam, and other treats from Nana’s Kitchen.

During Open Farm Days:

Tour of the berry orchard, farm yard mini golf, fruit pies & jams/jellies available to purchase. Camping is also available. Book Camping HERE  

🌿Join Us for a Farm Walk & Talk!

 

Step onto our farm and into our world of permaculture, soil health, and sustainable living. We’re opening our gates for Alberta Open Farm Days and inviting you to stroll alongside us as we share the why behind the practices we’ve chosen for our land and our family.

From nurturing healthy soil to growing fresh, wholesome fruits, vegetables, eggs, and farm goods — everything we do is guided by our commitment to being responsible stewards of the earth. Our goal isn’t just to feed our family and community today, but to create a legacy of health, abundance, and environmental care for generations to come.

Let's have some family fun together with our farm scavenger hunt. As well there will be farm fresh vegetables and home made jam and sourdough bread for you to purchase and enjoy.

Events like Alberta Open Farm Days give us a chance to connect, learn, and grow together — and we’d love for you to be part of that journey. Let’s have meaningful conversations about how small, mindful choices can have a big impact on our own well-being and the health of our planet.

🌱 Come walk with us. Learn with us. Grow with us.

The Bruderheim Agricultural Society preserves the history of our community and provides educational programs related to urban agriculture.

  Join us as we tour residential vertical gardens and urban agriculture, native plant gardens at the Interpretive Centre and the community garden.

• View and hear about the changes in farm machinery through the years- from horse drawn equipment to what we have today.
• Learn about the work of a farrier and see first hand how they work on animal hoofs.
• Tours to local greenhouse, pollinator gardens and a vertical urban garden and how chickens are integrated
• Working dog demonstrations will be offered throughout the day.
• A visit to the local museum will take you back in time, learning about the farming as it was in the 1930 - 1960 era.
• Join us at the handicraft market at Walker School and sampling of local foods.

The days activities will end with a "Farm to Table" supper. Tickets are required.

Welcome to the Lone Pine Ranch!

Looking for a relaxing place in the countryside? Come and visit us and our animals.

Hi my name is Sylvia. I am the owner of the Lone Pine Ranch Bed and Breakfast. With the support of volunteers from all over the world I run a herd of cattle and the B&B.

When you come and visit our place our 3 dogs Jake, Shiloh and Willow will be the first ones to meet you, they love to welcome everyone of our guests personally.
But there are many more animals to see: 
Alpacas, llamas, sheep, chickens, ducks, pigs, cats, guinea fowl, donkeys, a horse and a pony call the Lone Pine Ranch home. We are an active cattle ranch, cows, calves and bulls are here, but not necessarily in sight.

Besides all the animals, we also run a Bed & Breakfast. Visitors can explore our cozy cabins and check out our dining room treats.

There will also be a Country Market and Garage Sale at the ranch on Sunday the 16th of August with a variety of vendors from the region and Edmonton. Outdoor activities will include a roping station, horseshoe pitching, glitter tattoos and other games.

Everyone is welcome to check out and observe the animals. There are eggs to collect in the chicken coop and we provide snacks so you can feed to the donkeys. For the Country market we will have a petting area for our sheep set up and you can watch our potbelly pigs relax in the sun.

We are looking forward to welcoming you here at the ranch!

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Google Sacred Heart Gypsies or call for a pin 780-271-7003

Set upon thirty acres of picturesque meadow pasture, framed by trees and bordered by the tranquil Pembina River, the ranch welcomes visitors to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Karen’s Gypsy Cob herd.

 

Schedule:

11:30am -2:00 pm Talk on the history and characteristics of the gypsy cob horse as well as our story and how its unfolding. Meet the the makers of our herd ! We started with Wild Rose Ramble & Wild Rose Lyric , These are a pair you don't want to miss out on seeing. Meet our mare herd and some of the babies as well as seeing our up and coming future Stud colt Titan 10 2:30pm -5:30 pm Talk on the history and characteristics of the gypsy cob horse as well as our story and how its unfolding. Meet the the makers of our herd ! We started with Wild Rose Ramble & Wild Rose Lyric , These are a pair you don't want to miss out on seeing. Meet our mare herd and some of the babies as well as seeing our up and coming future Stud colt Titan 10 Drive pass the house and you can angle park along the fence by the field. Please no pets . Hand sanitizer will be available for everyone at the gate along with a sign in sheet . Potter potty is onsite

At Caouette and Sons, we are more than just a family-owned and operated business; we are farmers too.

  We have served the Lakeland area and beyond since 1969. We are dedicated to empowering our customers with the knowledge and tools necessary for successful farming. Our comprehensive range of high-quality agricultural equipment, including full-line Massey Ferguson machinery, Gehl & Weidemann industrial equipment, Salford tillage tools, MacDon & Versatile farm equipment, and Gravely 0-turn mowers, are designed to meet our customers' diverse needs. We don't just sell equipment; we build relationships. Our community-focused approach is designed to connect with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, offering expert advice and reliable service to help you thrive in your agricultural endeavours. Whether you are an experienced farmer, new to farming or taking over a family farm, we support your journey. Come in, the coffee's always on.

During Open Farm Days

We will be providing a brisket lunch and doing equipment demos (Tractors, spray drones)  

The Olds College Smart Farm is made up of more than 3,000 acres of land

  It is used for crop and forage production including state-of-the-art equipment and technology, 1,000-head capacity feedlot, commercial cow/calf herd, Purebred Red Angus herd and sheep flock — as well as expertise and leadership in ag tech research and development. The Smart Farm also has access to greenhouses, labs, incubator space, a brewery, the National Meat Training Centre, plus additional infrastructure at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology. Primarily focused on five main areas of applied research — autonomous agricultural equipment, sensors, data utilization, technology development and validation, and regenerative agriculture — the Smart Farm is working towards providing producers with real-life applied research to help them make informed decisions about implementing technology in their own operations.

During Open Farm Days

We will offer bus tours of the Smart Farm and walking tours of the Campus, people are free to explore our Brewery, Meat Shop and Wetlands on their own.

At Key 13 Horsemanship, our training program is built on science-based horsemanship and positive reinforcement.

Our focus is on developing thoughtful and willing happy equine athletes with sound minds who are ready for anything ! We believe in creating lasting partnerships between horse and rider. Whether you're looking to start a young horse, troubleshoot challenges, or find your next equine partner, we're here to help.

We also proudly operate a small breeding program specializing in quality Quarter Horses and Paints. Visitors are always welcome! When you come meet us and the herd, we’re happy to share our knowledge, experience, and deep passion for these incredible animals.

During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Observe the herd in their natural environment • Learn about herd dynamics and behavior • Watch a horsemanship demonstration • Take a photo with one of our horses We look forward to connecting with you and sharing what makes Key 13 Horsemanship unique..

Eagle Lake Nurseries is a family-owned farm

We grow and supply prairie-grown trees, shrubs and perennials in Wheatland County just east of Strathmore. As an ornamental wholesale nursery we serve commercial landscapers, landscape architects, garden centres, municipalities and home owners across Western Canada. If you’re visiting from a city you have probably lived near or even walked under one of the trees that have grown on our farm.

Eagle Lake Nurseries was founded in 1970 by Tony and Anne Heuver after Tony immigrated to Canada from Holland in the ‘50s. In the late ‘90s their daughter took on leadership and is now CEO of the company leading a team of seasoned experts who are passionate about plants. For over 50 years, Eagle Lake Nurseries has led prairie nursery advancements across all areas of production and remains committed to innovation and sustainability today. The farm is now 1000 acres producing the best selection of healthy plants and trees hardy enough for southern Alberta’s climate.

Our mission is Growing People that Grow Plants – we’re holding a pop-up in person plant sale exclusively for Open Farm Days!

We invite you to visit and learn more about plants from our crew. We will also be hosting behind-the-scenes nursery tours throughout the day. You can also purchase plants throughout the year on our website: www.eaglelakenurseries.com

On August 15, come out to Parkland Nurseries & Garden Centre we will have something for everyone:

  All Activities will be posted soon!

Welcome to Hamingja (Icelandic for Happiness) - Heritage Farm & Nature Preserve

  A hobby farm for awareness & preservation of the ancient Scottish Soay Sheep breed, landrace Icelandic chickens and a showcase for the importance of healthy waters to farms and our world. Our 2025 guided farm tours provide a real time focus on riparian habitat health and offer suggestions for co-existence with beavers as well as providing the usual tours of our site, historical livestock, interactive demonstrations, i.e. carding and felting, viewing the Soay and Icelandic Sheep, meeting our livestock guardian dog “on the job”, and learning about honeybees. With our farm's location on the lands and waters of the former Blueberry Springs Trout Hatchery, we are also offering a close look at the water needs of farms, communities, and our province with fostering awareness to current drought conditions, water quality, and effective water management.  Water is the Farm's Lifeblood!

There are interactive opportunities for children and families to:

• feed the rainbow and brook trout in the Big Pond
• participate in actual water sampling and analysis to determine water health
• enjoy a children's "fishpond" discovery game (there just may be small prizes...)
• become part of "Team Beaver" by building a miniature beaver pond onsite, personally discovering the engineering abilities and restorative effects of beavers on the wetlands.
• feed our Rouen ducks
• view aquatic insects, wetland wildlife and how they connect with the farm
• access  current resource materials
• view a display of a cross-section of an aquifer and its waters at our "Water Table".
• **Interested in becoming more involved with water conservation? We feature information about local watershed groups, Cows & Fish (co-existence with beavers) and ways to participate in caring for our waters.
• take a short walk to the nearby Blueberry Creek National Healing Forest, one of two Alberta forest sites officially designated towards Truth & Reconciliation, and take the opportunity to explore the labyrinth there

Your Open Farm Hosts welcome you:

• Janina, "the city girl with a romantic view of farming" is a member of the Soay and Boreray Sheep Society from the UK and is a passionate shepherdess, teacher, musician and naturalist who will tour you about the farm and regale you with names and stories of these rare and unique "critters".
• John is a fish farmer, shepherd, tradesman, bee keeper and musician who is a strong advocate for water stewardship. He is a river man, canoeist and has a passion for everything about water!
• Beulah is an educator, world traveler, and the fibre arts mentor and artisan who'll involve you in felting, fibre fun, carding and other close up looks at the fleeces of our Soay and Icelandic sheep.

Healing in Nature, we provide opportunities for all ages to connect with land, waters & life. There will be light snacks, water and coffee available at low cost (cash only), but you are also welcome to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the Valley visit! **No dogs or pets please due to livestock onsite. Artisans and vendors on site offer Indigenous Art as well as rewilding with Alberta wild plants. At Hamingja - Heritage Farm & Nature Preserve, we are sincerely grateful to live, learn, work, and travel within Treaty 6 and we recognize and  honor this ancestral and traditional homeland of the Nehiyaw, Dene, Niitsitapi, Saulteaux, Stoney Nakoda, and members of the Metis Nation of Alberta who live, carry the knowledge of, and travel these lands for time immemorial.    

OFD Caravan Tour and Farm to Table Dinner-

Fully Booked

Participants will meet at Rival Trade Brewing, just outside of Rocky Mountain House. Drive your own vehicle or carpool for a group tour of local farms participating in Alberta's Open Farm Days. Return to Rival Trade for a refreshment and to enjoy a delicious Farm to Table dinner with ingredients sourced from the farms you visited during the day. Hamingja – Heritage Farm & Nature Preserve Little Farm on Wall Street Mathey Farms Van der Gun Dairy Caravan Tour - free Farm to Table Dinner - Adults - $40; Youth (2-12) - $15

   

ALCLA Native Plants is a native plant nursery founded in 1992 and operating in Carstairs since 2023.

We offer genetically diverse, sustainably sourced native plants and seeds—featuring over 200 species of wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs native to Alberta, on Treaty 7 Territory. We also provide custom growing and educational services. Native plants are climate-adapted, drought-tolerant once established, and essential for supporting pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. They’re also stunningly beautiful—and many have edible and medicinal properties. All of our plants and seeds are free of chemical pesticides.

Come visit us!

Take a tour of our seed collection garden, greenhouses, and nursery. Learn about native plants, their benefits, and how to grow them. You're welcome to browse the nursery and purchase plants on site.

TOUR SCHEDULE (30-45 min) Sat & Sun 10:30 AM 12:30 PM 2:30 PM

At Harmonic Hills, we offer immersive, land-based education rooted in permaculture, herbalism, and regenerative living.

Our Open Farm Days programming will include:

• Step inside our Strawbale & Tiny Homes to see how high-efficiency, low-impact living actually feels, and get tips from our builders.

• Learn how we build super-soil and sequester carbon through our No-Till Garden.

• Watch how logs and mulch transform into gourmet food at our Mushroom Alley.

• See the sun at work in our Passive Dehydrator preserving the harvest with zero electricity.

• Stop for a free wild food snack foraged directly from our hedgerows.

• Get your hands into some art & make a memento with Cyanotype Sun Printing, a DIY blend of photography chemistry and farm junk.

Come for an unforgettable experience

 

Visit our beautiful production room to see how the distillers work their craft!

Whether you are in Calgary for business or pleasure, Bridgeland Distillery is situated across the Bow River from Downtown where locals and tourists enjoy the must-see attractions that Calgary has to offer. The unmistakable sweet aromas of our distillery immediately hit your senses as you step inside our comfortable tasting room. A taste of each of the spirits undeniably let you know you are in a premium distillery that takes pride in craftsmanship. We are a local batch production facility where all milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation, barrel aging and bottling is done under one roof. The Artisans at Work experience means discovering a trade or a practice that is rooted in traditional know-how that has endured and evolved over time. It is to have the privilege of meeting and learning from a passionate artisan. It is to enjoy an enriching and authentic experience in an ÉCONOMUSÉE®. In addition to offering an authentic experience, the artisans in the network produce and market products from the arts and crafts and bio-food industries.

Open Farm Days Connection — Water in Focus

Bridgeland Distillery will participate in Open Farm Days on August 16–17, 2025, offering free tours—canceling usual paid tours to open up specially for guests. Thanks to their registration, visitors can “book a tour” through their website, now offered for free on those days . The theme of this year’s event? Water—focused on how farms and food systems rely on it. Bridgeland fits the bill beautifully, with every step—from mash to bottle—woven around water.

During the free two‑day event, guests can:

• See the mash tuns where barley + glacier water meet
• Smell fermentation rising, balanced by water temperature and yeast activity.
• See the copper stills where the final spirit is produced.
• Taste the results: whisky, brandy, and small‑batch grappa, all proofed and presented with water clarity in every sip.

Leave with a richer understanding: water isn’t just an ingredient; it’s a process partner, a flavour mediator, and the spirit of the distillation itself. We will take you on a tour of our facility with a great explanation of the Brandy, Whisky and Grappa making process, followed by a tasting of 3 products of your choice. We will tell you How and Why Bridgeland Distillery celebrates Tradition, Innovation and Terroir! Come meet the Artisans at Work! One time 10% off all bottles, merchandise and cocktails on tour day  

🌾 We’re Excited to Welcome You! 🚜

 

We’re thrilled to announce that our farm is taking part in Alberta Open Farm Days this year! Mark your calendars for August 16-17, 2025, and come experience farm life firsthand!

🐄 Get up close with our Hereford, Charolais, and Black Angus cattle, as well as our horses
🌿 Learn about what it takes to raise high-quality livestock
👣 Enjoy guided tours, farm-fresh treats, and family-friendly fun
📸 Don’t forget your camera – there’ll be plenty of photo ops!

We will also be hosting a Sunday Brunch from 11:00 - 1:00 Cost is $30/person, catered by PS Catering!

Click HERE to register for the brunch payment is cash or e-transfer.

Whether you’re a curious visitor, a fellow farmer, or someone who just loves animals and the outdoors, we can’t wait to meet you.

📍 Location: At the farm near Elk Point AB
🕘 Time: 8 am - 5 pm
💻 More info to come – stay tuned!

 

Free brewery tours are available!

  Tours will be on Saturday at 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and 5:00 pm. Find out where our ingredients come from and how we make our award-winning brews, led by our incredible brewer, Shawna! Additionally, you will be able to try free samples of our products! We also have a special Alberta brew, especially for Open Farm Tour Days, called "Crop Duster"! Anyone who joined in will also receive 10% off of any purchase following the tour. For families, we have fresh handmade fire-roasted pizza by La Pizza Napolenta and lots of games such as Giant Connect4, foosball, cornhole, and tons of board games, with live music by Mad Chad & Claude starting around 7:30 pm if you want to end your tour with us!

We will focus on this year’s theme: Water.

 

Tour will depart at: 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm

This 45-minute wagon tour is perfect for anyone looking to unwind, connect or reconnect with how food is produced on our farm, and get to know us.

You will discover how important water is on our farm. How and why our solar pumping system is used to water our cattle from a well.  Also, what the daily water needs are for cattle.  You will get to meet our cows with their babies, watch them graze, and interact with each other. Get ready to soak up the sunshine, breathe in the fresh air, and have a ride through our pastures with a bonus ride by the pumpkin patch opening September weekends. When you know where your food comes from, the land that the cattle graze, the crisp prairie air that they breathe in, the ranchers that raise them since birth…Our beef is raised with love and care. Remember to bring a cooler, we will have our angus beef available for purchase.

   

Want a Fresh, Fun Way to Explore Brooks This Summer?

 

Bikes and Baskets at the Brooks Farmers’ Market blends cycling, local food, and nature exploration of the Eastern Irrigation District.

1 Participants can ride their bikes to the Brooks Farmers’ Market or rent an e-bike at the market.

2 Shop the market to fill their "picnic basket" Backpacks with market goodies using Market Money.

3 Embark on a scenic self-guided ride to Kinbrook Island Provincial Park. Along the way new Kinbrook Connection Pathway.

 

Farm to Table Tour

Welcome to the Farm to Table Tour! Join us for an immersive bus tour – connecting people, farmers, and communities through flavour and stories. Meet the hands that harvest and the chefs who transform local ingredients into unforgettable meals! Our farm stops include: Lac La Nonne Dairy Sylvan Star Cheese Iron Kreek Ranch Hidden Valley Garden U-Pick Local Chefs preparing the local products for the food courses include: Chef Rieley Kay from Cilantro and Chive Chef William Ruehr from Red Deer Food Bank Chef Miranda Moesker from Red Deer Polytechnic-Cook Apprentice Program   Please note that this event is 18+ NOTE: A Liability Waiver and Media Release Form will need to be signed at registration prior to joining the tour. NOTE: Please contact us directly for any inquiries regarding dietary restrictions. We will attempt to accommodate dietary needs. Please notify us no later than Thursday, July 31st.  

Welcome to the Cherry Farm!

  The Cherry Farm is home to 600+ cherry trees, 150 haskaps, 60 apple trees, 14 highbush cranberries, and choke cherries; all available for u-pick at different times throughout the summer and fall. Some cherry varieties will be ready to pick at Open Farm Days. Have you ever picked a cherry off the tree? There is nothing quite like it. Our trees are all under 7 ft tall, so even toddlers can experience the joy of picking fruit. There will be some great photo opportunities on your visit.

Throughout the Open Farm Days weekend you may experience orchard tours, pruning demonstrations, u-pick and of course some great cherry eats-

Did you know that we have small batch ice cream made using the fruit from our orchard? You will want to make sure to try it while you are there! There are five flavors to choose from including Cherry Almond, Cherry Cheesecake, Vanilla Cherry, Black Forest and Haskap.

We will have pulled pork or beef on a bun for purchase.

     

Our aim is the be a leader in the craft industry and foster partnerships with other local businesses while producing the highest quality spirits possible for our customers!

Rig Hand Craft Distillery is a grain to glass distillery and is in the unique position of being the first craft distillery in the greater Edmonton area. Our family business makes vodka, rum, whiskey, gin, moonshine, and our award-winning coffee cream liquor that is locally sourced, produced, and distributed. Our main grain supplier is Schneider Farms, a fourth-generation farm located three miles from the distillery. Our products are packaged in a distinctive trademarked bottle that is a replica of the Leduc #1 drilling rig, paying tribute to our rich history of both agriculture and resource development in Alberta. It is Alberta in a Bottle. Our aim is the be a leader in the craft industry and foster partnerships with other local businesses while producing the highest quality spirits possible for our customers. We offer tours and tastings, and both private and semi-private events. Our distillery is located on a working hobby farm, utilizing the land and the livestock.

For 2024 Alberta Open Farm Days we will be hosting hourly tours as usual.

The Tours are free- if you would like to try samples at the end of the tour there will be a $10 Fee for the beverages, These can be booked via our website: https://righanddistillery.com/tour-information/ . We are also planning a pig roast, outdoor bar, and children's activities on the patio (weather permitting).

• Saturday visiting hours are 10AM - 9PM,
• Sunday visiting hours are 10AM - 2PM.

We have a full kitchen and bar, and brunch on the weekends. Come visit us to learn more about our products and meet our dedicated and knowledgeable staff. We can’t wait to see you.

Join us for a unique and educational experience that celebrates our rich cultural heritage and the vibrant Métis community.

  Métis Crossing is excited to participate in Open Farm Days by offering FREE general admission during this special event. Visitors can enjoy our daily experiences, which include seasonal activities, historical exhibits, art installations, and daily Métis spotlights, reflecting Métis life on the land. During the Open Farm Days, in addition to our usual offerings, we will be hosting a special meat smoking demonstration and guided tours of our indoor vertical garden. This unique garden grows microgreens and fresh greens, showcasing sustainable agricultural practices that fit perfectly with the event's theme.

Come explore our:

• Historical village
• River lot Farmyard
• Hiking and trails
• River lot playground
• Métis Cultural Exhibits
• Gift Shop

The Henderson’s have participated in Open Farm Days since its very first year.

JOIN WHITE TREASURE FARM AND THE HENDERSON’S For OPEN FARM DAYS 

  White Treasure Farm: A farm that raises 2 breeds of Goats: Angora for fiber production and LaManchas dairy & meat we grow Native Plants and Dahlias, Centennial Rocket Tomatoes

ACTIVITIES:

• Tour of the Animals in their pasture
• A visit to the pen where a select group of goats are viewed up close, Hands on the younger
• Kids born this year
• An information session with each group visiting the pen. Topic raising goats, kidding out. Shearing
• Hoof trimming, Diet.
• Question & Answer period.
• Carding & spinning raw mohair
• Handwashing mohair
• Steps from fleece to garments
• Animal to commercial Sale of raw Mohair
• Sales Table for the purchase of socks, hides, raw mohair cleaned but not washed for Crafters, table for plants!

Farm will be open on both days from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm..

Schedule: Visitors will be asked to sign in on arrival.

• Visitors will then be taken to Pen #1 where the selected group are penned to take part in the information Session.
• There will be a host to then take you out the rest of the herd’
• You will complete the tour with washing demo and carding and spinning.

Visitors will then have an opportunity to visit the sales table. Accommodations Seating areas, picnic table. Bathroom avail in farm house. No public toilet. 2 hand washing stations 1 at viewing pen 1 by the demo table where the washing of mohair takes place. What does this visit mean to someone who has not stepped on to a farm before? A completely different life style then what they have in the city! Things you will learn:

• Much of the meat comes from the herd.
• Care of animals is a daily priority
• Certain procedures are seasonal shearing for example is done the first week in March and Labor day weekend.
• Kidding out takes place from Mid Feb To early April

It is a wonderful life style and a great place to raise children and at the other end of the spectrum to spend Ones retirement days.   * Please no dogs*

The Windy Rafters Barn farm was homesteaded in 1905 and has the 6th generation on it now.

  Presently operated as mixed farming with a few cattle. Our favorite focus is on what life was like when the area was homesteaded in 1905. Activities that highlight this focus are: TOURS: 1910 Work horse barn, 1905 one room school, replica 1905 homestead cabin, weaving shed, Hay wagon tour of the area and history.

ACTIVITIES:

• Rope making,
• horse shoes
• fake cow milking
• forge demo
• farm animals
• Pony rides
• elastic rifle target shooting
• stick calf roping

FOOD: a BBQ on a bun sold 12:00 till 1:00, GIFT SHOP POSSIBLY: Combine tractor rides, mini wagon rides,  

Piston Broke Brewing And Pizzeria

  PIZZA AND BEER!!??   HECK YEAH!!   We are your local community hub. We promote a family friendly atmosphere and the culture of exploring craft beer for flavor. Bring the kids - and if you're here for the patio - bring the dogs too!

• Come down to taste our award winning beers!
• Not a beer drinker? We got you covered!
• Check out our full kitchen menu!
• Want a tour of our Brewhouse?
• Great selection of Merch Book your reservation!!

 

Welcome to the Trochu & District Museum and Tourist Information Centre!

 

• Come by and enjoy displays featuring our history from 1900s French settlers to the demolition of one of our grain elevators.
• See the printing presses and linotype machine used to print our local paper for many decades.
• Take a walking tour of our downtown murals or search for your family history in our archives.

The Trochu and District Museum will be exhibiting heritage farm tools and photos at the Trochu Arboretum as well as at their downtown location.

 

Rocking T Farms is a first generation regenerative family farm.

  Rocking T Farms is a regenerative family farm. We produce pasture raised pork and cover-crop finished beef, with plans of starting a market garden and producing cover crop seed. All health starts in the soil microbiome. Without soil health there is no plant health, no animal health, and ultimately, no human health. We do our best to contribute to the health of our eco-system through our farming practices. Rotational grazing and cover crops are at the forefront of that. Our pigs are moved on a daily basis to not only spread manure and wake up the soil, but to also prepare the land for a light tillage pass that can then be seeded with diverse cover crops. During spring and summer the cows are moved on our perennial pastures, where they feast on a beautiful mix of legumes, grasses and brassicas. In the fall, to allow our perennials ample time to set root and recover for winter, we move the cows onto the previously seeded cover crops to finish them for the last few weeks before their butcher dates.

Join us for a day of walking through our pasture and learning about regenerative agriculture.

Bring a good pair of shoes, or come with bare feet if you like, and come for a walk with us. Grab a coffee and hang out in the garden, learn where and how your food is produced. Dig a hole and look at what is happening below. Connect the dots, connect to the land and enjoy a day outside!    

Welcome to the Old School Cheesery’s Open Farm Days!

 

Join us on a free tour of our production facility with our head cheese maker, Valerie. Followed by a small cheese tasting experience with Patrick, the owner of OSC.

**Tours will run EVERY HOUR starting at 10:00 am until 5:00 pm on Saturday August 15th, 2026.

Local Gem

Tucked away in the heart of this small town, The Old School Cheesery is a haven for cheese lovers and foodies alike. This charming shop is a treasure trove of artisanal cheeses, gourmet goodies, and expert knowledge.

Alberta Made Cheese

Step inside, and you'll be greeted by a stunning array of cheeses carefully crafted right here in Vermilion, Ab. From creamy brie to fresh cheese curds, the selection is vast and tantalizing. The knowledgeable staff is always happy to offer recommendations, pairing suggestions, and tasting notes to help you navigate the vast world of cheese.

Gourmet Delights

But The Old School Cheesery is more than just a cheese shop. Browse the shelves, and you'll discover an impressive assortment of gourmet accompaniments, including:

- Artisanal crackers and breads

- Specialty jams and chutneys

- Cured meats and charcuterie

- Syrups and Seasonings

- Honey

- Pickled goods

Services and Events

The Old School Cheesery offers a range of services to enhance your shopping experience:

- Custom gift baskets and cheese boards

- Cheese and wine pairings

- Regular tastings and workshops

- Catering and event services

Whether you're a cheese aficionado or just looking for a new culinary adventure, The Old School Cheesery is a must-visit destination. Come and explore the world of cheese, and let the friendly staff guide you on a journey of discovery and delight! There is also an outdoor patio for our guests to relax and enjoy during their visit.

Join us for a delightful day of wine tastings and tours of our orchard and winery

 

Our FREE tasting and tour are at 12:00pm , 1:30pm, and 3:00pm.

Stroll through the orchard to see where our haskaps come from.  We will have a food truck on-site. Don’t miss out on the complimentary local Haskap ice cream!  

Come join us for a FUN filled day at the Elevator!

  When the Alberta Wheat Pool company announced the demolition of the Grain Elevator in 1995, the Society stepped in, purchasing the 1958 Grain Elevator for $1, thereby preserving it as a lasting legacy of the Agricultural history of the area. Today it is a Provincial Historic Resource and a functioning museum, visited by several thousand visitors from all over.

Activities:

• Farmer's Market ($)
• Tours of our Iconic Grain Elevator
• Old Fashioned Games
• Bouncy Castle
• Tractor Display
• Dress the Scarecrow Contest
• Vendors - Adult Beverages
• Hot Dog & Hamburgers ($)

Fellowship Farms is planting new roots- and we'd love for you to be a part of the journey!

 

This year, we're inviting guests to visit our new farm location, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how we're building a farm to not only raise our growing cattle herd, but to grow community as well.

Only a short 25 minute drive east of Edmonton, nestled in the Beaver Hills Biosphere, you will find a small farm with a BIG heart for people, animals, the local community and regenerative farming practices. With this year's theme of WATER, your visit will include some hands on stations about how water plays a vital role in everything we do, because after all - water is the lifeblood of every farm.

We will also have:

• a "dirt zone" for kids to play with diggers, tractors, and bouncy animals
• animals that you can meet up close - cows, pigs, horses, a mini donkey and more.
• a farm stand where you can purchase our products

Because we are a direct to consumer meat producer, we will of course have frozen meat available for purchase. We raise grass-fed and finished beef and heritage pastured pork. From ground beef to brisket, bacon to pork shoulders and everything in between, there is something for every meat lover out there. Bring a cooler along if you'd like to purchase some of our meat. We also have tallow products and spice blends that we make here on the farm. There will be food and drinks available for purchase on site. Follow us on social media to stay updated as Open Farm Days approaches, we look forward to seeing you! Plan your visit: - Dress for the weather - Bring sunscreen/bug spray - No dogs please (service dogs only) - Portable washrooms and hand washing stations on site - Bring cash for farm stand and concession  

The Lilac Row is a cut-flower family farm in near Coaldale Alberta.

  We offer fresh seasonal bouquets, full wedding services, and specialize in creating unique events such as flower U-Picks, workshops, and classes. Our on-farm flower U-Pick gives guests the opportunity to choose, cut, and arrange their own bouquets with the help of your farmer florists. We also host on-farm private and public events. Hosting an event yourself? We can also bring the blooms to you with our flower trailer named Sarah!

We are thrilled to invite guests to our farm for a complimentary garden tour, where we'll discuss our cut flower production and the challenges of growing flowers in Southern Alberta. Guests can purchase one of our fresh bouquets to take home or simply enjoy conversations about gardening and ask any questions they may have.

**Garden Tours will be held at the top of the hour, every hour (ex. 10:00am, 11:00am..)**    

We are excited to be participating again this year!

 

We welcome you all to our homestead, where we're operating a CSA style market garden.

We will be running free tours of our property hourly.

Again this year we will have the delicious sourdough creations from Three Sisters! We are excited to have our new cows for you to meet!

• You will also meet out adorable Nigerian Dwarf goats, piglets, lambs and turkeys!
• You will also get a tour of our gardens and learn about our no spray, low till systems.
• We will have a selection of in season veggies for sale. Our garlic will be fresh out of the ground as well!
• You will have the opportunity to purchase some feed. So you can go in to feed and play with the goats and lambs.

Cash works best however we have square as well for debit/credit. Please leave your four legged friends at home.  We do have farm dogs and they don't like competition for attention. We have electric fencing, assume all fencing is live and stay with the tour please.  

Gospel themed agritourism for everyone.

 

• The farm has a one mile loop walk through wonderful trails with living object lessons.
• Bring proper footwear, outdoor clothes, sunscreen, hat, water etc. - Thank you
• Station one is a berry / fruit orchard representing Eden and separation.
• Station two has chickens to feed and Charlie the friendly rabbit who represent God's Love.
• Station three is the flower power garden to represent Holy Spirit Power.
• Station Four is a driving range (choice of archery, golf, soccer, or frisbee - depending on age) to represent God's goals for us.
• Station Five is a relaxing pergola by the pond to represent peace and restoration.
• There are also additional wilderness trails with lush ferns available for hiking.
• Free berry parfait at the end of Farm Tour.

Welcome to our Farm!

  Six generations of family farming later, we operate a mixed farm consisting primarily of vegetables, cattle, and traditional grain crops. We are known for Alberta's largest asparagus patch, freshly hand-picked super sweet garden peas, and lots of other great vegetables.

We are offering free tours* to our veggie fields on Saturday August 15, 2026!

• Come learn all about our farm and vegetable production in Alberta and try your hand at picking super sweet shelling peas, green & yellow beans, broad beans and more (based on availability).

• After the tour pop into our Country Store for some great hand-picked fresh vegetables, handmade take and bake fruit and savoury pies, preserves, Angus beef and so much more!

• Please note we are not open on Sunday. 

Our Country Store is all about home grown goodness! We offer farm-direct seasonal farm gate sales of our home grown sweet and tender Asparagus Mid May until the end of June, freshly picked garden peas July & August and many other veggies. In the freezer, you can pick up Edgar Farms home raised, hormone- and antibiotic-free, grass fed Angus beef. Also there are naturally fermented veggies, asparagus, green pea and borscht soups and ready-to-bake homemade fruit & savoury pies. The preserves shelves are brimming with a large selection of handmade preserves using traditional recipes and our own home grown ingredients with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Everything is natural as it should be. Don’t forget your cooler! The Country Store is open 10 AM – 5 PM Monday to Saturday, Closed Sundays, from early May until early September.

*Tours to the vegetable fields are offered on a first come first served basis and are weather dependent.

Come join us for an afternoon of fun!

  On our farm where we raise Chickens, Pigs and Cattle, all on pasture or in the forest.

We will do guided Farm Tours at 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, and 4:30 pm followed by equipment tours for whoever is interested.

• Starting at 6pm we will have a fire pit going (or BBQ depending on weather) and everyone is welcome to bring a picnic supper and something to roast on the fire.
• There is a swing set and some lawn games available for kids (or adults) to play with.
• You are also welcome to explore the farm on your own or visit with one of us by the Tent. Coffee, Lemonade and Water provided.
• The 4:30pm guided tour will include our evening chore time where we will feed and water animals, move cows to fresh grass and collect eggs from the layers!

The tours will involve quite a bit of walking through pasture and forest. Closed toed shoes are recommended. Also come prepared for the weather and please leave pets at home. We would kindly ask that you stay out of animals pens unless a farm team member is with you. ***We have some new and Exciting things planned for this year! Stay tuned for more details*** Hope to see you there!  

Experience Alberta Presents: A Glimpse of Life on the Farm

Welcome to Chicks N Chaps!

Join us on Sunday, August 17th from 10 am to 4 pm at our charming mixed farm, just 35 minutes east of Edmonton in Strathcona County. Bring a picnic lunch, find a scenic spot to share with friends, and try your hand at a game of bunnock, a unique game with ties to the equine world! Our farm is only a 12-minute drive to Elk Island Park’s west gate so why not drop in at the farm, learn about the water life that exists in Alberta’s rivers and ponds with The Aquatic Biosphere Project and then head to the park to see for yourself? Chicks n Chaps Farm is home to the Airbnb Heartland Bunkhouse. Check out the bunkhouse on Open Farm Days - who knows you may want to escape to the farm in the future and The Heartland Bunkhouse could be your home away from home. Remember to bring your camera and if you like to paint it will be the perfect time for Plein air.

Exciting Activities Await

• Do you know what that machine does? Farm equipment displays
• Akers Acres - learn about this award winning educational project
• Aquatic Biosphere Project will be on hand with their Minnow Trailer and The Water Story
• Music by Harold. Harold will be busking from the grain bin from 1-2. Bring your spare change.
• ‘Water ‘ a photographic exhibit featuring the work of Steve Ricketts 
• It’s all about the dough. From stems of wheat to the food we eat. Demonstrations of grinding and baking at 11:30am and 2:30pm
• Kids' Craft Corner: Little ones can create their own 'stick' noodle horse (fee applies).

Learn and Enjoy From flower farming to pie making, our educational demonstrations throughout the day will fascinate and delight. Purchase a slice of pie or simply relax and soak in the farm's peaceful ambiance. Mark Your Calendar! Experience the joy and tranquility of farm life at Chicks N Chaps. We can't wait to welcome you!  

Come Join 5S Farms for our second Open Farm Days On Saturday August 16th

  This is a great chance to get up close to some of our livestock, and a full in depth view of the Butchershop. This is where we process all the animals on site for a full beginning to end, Farm to Table experience for our customers. 5S Farms is a fully licensed Butchershop and retail location. We will being doing some meat processing Demo's through the day and Hosting a BBQ for lunch.

Our farm will be open to visitors on Saturday, August 16th  2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm for free tours and demonstrations:

EVENT SCHEDULE Saturday 16th

• 10:00 am -11:30 am    1/2 Pig cutting demo  (come watch us breakdown a pig from whole carcass into edible retail cuts)
• 10:30 am - 11:00 am Guided Farm Tour & Butchershop Tour
• 11:00-3:00 pm BBQ (hot dogs & burgers & taco in a bag) 
• 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Guided Farm Tour  & Butchershop Tour
• 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm Guided Farm Tour & Butchershop Tour
• 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Guided Farm Tour & Butchershop Tour
• 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Farm Tour & Butchershop Tour

EVENT ACTIVITES

• BBQ, Homemade Burgers as well as Hotdogs & Taco in a bag 11am-3pm (Cash and Card accepted)
• Retail store open from 9am-5pm (We offer Steaks, Burgers, Jerky, Sausages, Bacon, Flour, jams, Tallow lotions, soaps and much more)
• 1/2 Pig cutting demo. learn how to breakdown a 1/2 pig from whole carcass into edible steaks and pork chops.
• Free Glitter tattoos 10am-4pm

Pig Cutting demo will be approximately 90 minute session. Will demonstrate how to break down a half of a pig into the cuts you would see at your local grocery store and some cuts most major retail chains do not offer. Will give a guided breakdown of the processes, the tools used and regulations that govern our butchershop as well as the knowledge so that the consumer can not only make smarter choices on what they eat, but what best suits their families. All visitors will be able to tour the butchershop during these sessions and spend as little or as much time as they like, whether its just watching or asking questions.  

We are excited to welcome you to our home at Christy Creek Honey for Alberta Open Farm Days!

 

Agritourism Alberta Farm of the Year (2026)

Free Activities:

• Watch bees at work in our observation hive
• Enjoy flowers and the peaceful county setting
• Browse unique gifts and honey products in our bee boutique
• Bring a picnic and a blanket and stay awhile
• Check out our new bee dome.
• Play some games or make a craft (some activities are by donation)

Looking for more? We offer year-round experiences including:

• Honey extraction tours
• Beeswax and candle making workshops
• Private tours
• Visit our website for more info

Whether you are joining us for the first time or planning a return visit, we're buzzing with ways to connect you with the magic of bees and the beauty of the countryside!

Healing Homestead is a second generation family owned and operated mixed livestock farm located in Parkland County, AB.

We specialize in breeding, raising and conserving Heritage Breed poultry (Chickens, Turkeys, Ducks and a Peacock or two!)  and our small herd of Alpacas. Our farm runs with the well-being in mind for the land and the animals we steward. The nutrient-density of our food is a direct reflection of the health of the ecosystem that produced it. Our thriving farm ecosystem produces nourishing pasture raised chicken, turkey, eggs, and produce. Zero chemicals, pesticides & hormones. All animals are fed a Corn & Soy Free diet.

Healing our bodies with nutrient dense food inspired our on farm Exclusive Gluten Free Bakeshop. Using high protein & fiber rich Alberta produced flours to make delicious GF Baked Goods. We also offer other local farm products like Honey, Goat Milk Soaps, Candles, Plants, Holistic livestock feed (Chicken, Rabbit etc.) and more in our farm store. Check out our website for all the details.

We invite our customers to connect with the land and where there food comes from, and find empowerment in our community while engaging with our products.

Mission
Using Permaculture practices to heal and rebuild the land we gratefully get to steward is the first step in our holistic approach to biodynamic farming.
Food security, control over where our food comes from, water conservation management and being able to include our children in this process.

Vision
Food Sovereignty, Community & Empowerment

Open Farm Day Schedule of Events

• Meet at the Tent every hour for a tour and Q & A session.
• Enjoy the sights and sounds of the open fresh country air, listen to the roosters crow, pet our friendly goats and Alpacas while sampling some delicious baked goods. 
• Our year around Farm Store is stocked with Fresh Farm Preserves, Artisanal Gluten Free Pies, Cookies, Cinnamon Rolls & Sourdough, Spices & Seasonings, Good Morning Honey Products, Rooster Roaster Coffee, Farm Swag and more!
• Vendor  Market with Quilting, Weaving and Alberta Wildcraft products. 
• Take a stroll through our Forest where you can see Chickens, Ducks, Turkeys, Peacocks and even a Dinosaur too!
• Mini Golf  & try your luck fishing for Rubber Duckies and win a prize. These activities are extra cost.
• Ducky Delights Treat Stand- Cold Drinks, Ice Cream Treats, Chips  available for purchase (prefer cash)

Farm Store will be open to purchase GF & DF Baked Goods, Rooster Roast Coffee, Local Honey, Farm Fresh Eggs,  Farm raised meats, Jams & Jellies, Canning, Beeswax Candles, Eco friendly Kitchenware, etc.   

Pre Order Baked Goods on our website for pickup during  the Event. Shop Online

*Farm Store Prefer Cash but can accept Credit or Debit

 Join us for open farm days.

  The Little Market Farm lives up to its name. Our small 4 acre farm produces a large variety of vegetables in a small footprint. We grow in soil, without the use of synthetic herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers. Our produce is nutrient dense and delicious.

 Your day at our farm will include a farm tour of our greenhouse, farm store, vendor market and cheeky chickens.

Stay for one of our tours. There will be a small group of local vendors selling their products. Shop our farm store and save yourself a trip to the grocery store. Grab a snack, take a seat and enjoy the view.  A safe space to explore and some activities will be available for the kids. While your here visit the World Famous Gopher Hole Museum in Torrington. Our farm will be open to visitors Saturday August 16th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. **We have guardian dogs and chickens so we ask that you leave your pooches at home.**

Schedule of Activities:

• 10:30 am- Farm and Greenhouse Tour
• 11:00 am-1:30 pm- Check out vendor's booths, grab a bite, explore the farm on your own, have a seat and relax
• 1:30 pm- Farm and Greenhouse Tour
• 2:00-4:00 pm- Explore, shop and chat with vendors and farmers- Don't forget your coolers!

 

The Venue of New Hope offers a unique blend of facilities, featuring a charming barn that serves as both a cafe and events rental space.

  Attached to our barn is our greenhouse and a patio area where guests can relax with a coffee while witnessing the cultivation of our own food and plants for the cafe and venue. Experience the pleasure of the outdoors within our indoor setting. Additionally, we are actively engaged in vermicomposting with Red Wiggler Worms. Learn how this system can be implemented in your gardens and homes to manage compostable items effectively. Witness the efficiency of these hardworking worms as they enrich the soil, resulting in faster and larger produce compared to traditional outdoor vegetable beds.

Upon visiting the Venue, you will receive a starter pack of red wigglers and guidance on creating your own vermicomposting gardens. Let us demonstrate the dedication of these tiny creatures in enriching your garden soil and nourishing your houseplants while handling the composting process for you.

 

Family Fun For Everyone!

Pre-booked timed-entry FREE admission tickets are a must! Click the link below to book!

Tickets are not available at the farm gate.  

Come visit this popular agri-tourism farm, just 20 min north of Edmonton, for:

• free entry to the kid's 10 minute corn maze and petting farm baby goats;
• join a free farm and orchard walking tour featuring medicinal herbology of wild plants
• come for lunch and enjoy farm fresh fare featuring farm grown baby potatoes, salad, BBQ
• enjoy an icecream cone or farm shortcake

First established in 1956, this award-winning 70 year-old farm has lots of nooks and crannies to explore! There are apple trees and newly planted farm orchards with apples, cherries, plums, rhubarb, raspberries, apricots, currants, and haskaps to investigate. You can purchase fruit trees and berry plants to take home.  There is a petting farm for goat "schnuggles", a corn maze for kids,  a Country Store to shop for goodies in and a new Herbal Apothecary to learn about plants for health and beauty. Come back through the summer on weekends for U-pick Vegetables, Garlic, Dill, Pickling Cucumbers and Sweet Corn.  On Sundays, join in for indigenous Ways of the Land storytelling, drumming, or games. The Sunflower Patch is a beauty to behold over the Sept long weekend along with a U-pick Apple session. The Pumpkin Patch in the fall is home to our 39th Annual Falloween & Haunted Pumpkin Festival on weekends starting with Fall-o-ween on September 21, Pumpkin Fest every weekend in October. While you are at the farm - here are some things to purchase to support the farm:

• Delicious Farm Lunch includes a lovely picnic site in the shade of 70 year old trees
• U-Pick Garlic
• U-Pick Farm Veggies (Cucumbers, Flowers, Tomatoes)
• Alberta Hardy Fruit Trees & Berry Plants (Hundreds to choose from) to take home
• Train Ride Tickets
• Gem Mining Tickets
• Face-painting for the Kids
• Farm Pickles, Jams, Cookies and Treats and Ice Cold Refreshments
• Foothills Creamery Ice Cream Cones

Prairie Gardens has been awarded with the 2024 Culinary Tourism Experience Award from Explore Edmonton and is the 2025 Short List for the World Agritourism Awards - most innovative farm.

Saturday August 16 Open Farm Days - Longtable Farm Dinner

2025 Brazillian Soiree -Dinner Tickets are limited – book early to secure your seat at the table! - Buy your tickets HERE  Join us for an unforgettable evening where the vibrant spirit of Brazil meets the soul of rural Alberta. The Brazilian Soirée 2025 is a premium open-air cultural and culinary event hosted at the scenic Prairie Gardens Farm, just 30 minutes north of Edmonton. As part of Alberta’s Open Farm Days, this ticketed experience features a gourmet farm-to-table four-course dinner, live Brazilian music, cultural performances, storytelling, and a guided farm experience – all set against a magical prairie sunset. With only 50 seats available, this one-night-only event blends rustic charm, cross-cultural celebration, and local harvest hospitality into a truly unique celebration of community, diversity, and sustainability. Full Menu – Crafted with Local Prairie Ingredients & Brazilian Flair Appetizer Course (Duet Plate): 🍴 Beet & Zucchini Carpaccio – With microgreens and balsamic reduction. 🍴 Grilled Apple Skewers – With honey-herb glaze and a kiss of lime. 🍴 “Everything from The Farm” Salad – Served on rustic wooden planks with seasonal farm-fresh vegetables. Main Course: 🥩 Beef au Madeira Sauce with Piemontese Rice – Alberta Striploin grilled over open flame, served with a rich Brazilian-style Madeira wine sauce and creamy rice. Dessert: 🍮 Coconut Mousse with Local Berries – Topped with toasted coconut and mint for a tropical, light finish. Optional Beverages (available for purchase at the event bar): 🍹 Caipirinhas (Brazil’s signature cocktail) 🥂 Sparkling Wine & Local Craft Beers 🍓 Brazilian Fruit Juices Cultural Program Highlights 🎶 Live Brazilian Music (MPB, Pop Rock, and Sertanejo) will serenade the outdoor gathering sunset! 🎭 Brazilian Cultural Soirée Segment: A magical after-dinner gathering under the prairie sky featuring storytelling, poetry, and guest participation in a Sarau-style cultural circle. 🌻 Guided Farm Tour: Learn how the farm’s produce nourished your plate with stories from the soil by Tam Andersen and Edmar Xavier. Who Should Attend? Perfect for: 🌾 Rural families & community members 🍷 Edmonton foodies and culture lovers 🌎 Brazilian and Latin American expats 👨‍🌾 Agritourism fans and local food supporters This is a curated, intimate experience with only 50 seats. Come ready to connect, celebrate, and savour! Event Details Date & Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Prairie Gardens Farm, 56311 Lily Lake Rd, Bon Accord, AB Weather Plan: Rain or shine. Covered areas and tents available if needed. Dress Code: Smart casual, layered for comfort (bring a light jacket for the evening). Ticket Policy: Advance sales only. No door tickets. No refunds. Parking: On-site, free of charge. RV and vehicle parking available. Tickets 🎟 General Admission – Includes the full dinner experience, farm tour, and cultural soirée. 💬 Ticket Price: $150 CAD Tickets are limited – book early to secure your seat at the table! - Buy your tickets HERE  Follow Us for Updates 📸 Instagram: @strongfarmdestinations @myprairiegardens @edmarxavier.consulting 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrairieGardensAdventureFarm 🌐 https://www.edmarxavier.ca/ 🌐 https://prairiegardens.org/shop/experiences/reservations/open-farm-days-farm-to-table-dinner/ #BrazilianSoiree2025 #FarmToTable #SFRS #PrairieGardens #OpenFarmDays #BrazilInAlberta  

Come and join us for our first Alberta Open Farm Days!

 

We will be open Saturday August 16th 10:00 am until 6:00 pm and Sunday August 17th  10:00 am until 5:00 pm

Pitchfork Gardens opened in 2020. We grow a variety of vegetables plus strawberries and raspberries for you to pick. We grow the normal to the wild, well as wild as vegetables can get. As the season runs from spring into the fall the types of vegetables change with the season. We grow the following but not limited to: apples, beets, beet greens, beans, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, dill, fennel, garlic, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers -sweet and hot, potatoes, raspberries, shallots, strawberries, tomatoes The exact varieties are numerous for all types. For example we have 20 different tomatoes, 15 different peppers, 5 types of beans, two types of peas, 5 types of onions, 3 types of leeks and 4 types of types.

Activities during the Open Farm Days Event

• PLANT A DRAGON (dragon's tongue bean) and take it home with you to watch it grow
• hot dog and a pop for $5, donated to the County of Lamont Food Bank
• garden tours, may encounter rough terrain, rocks, gravel
• visit the honey bee hives, bee careful as they are hard at work and protected with an electric fence
• pick your own veggies, most veggies should be available at this time of the year, some may be limited quantity

Our regular hours during the summer are Saturdays from 10am until 6 pm and Sundays from 10am to 5pm Please follow us on Instagram or Facebook to know what is available to pick weekly.  

Come, See and Learn where your milk is coming from !

  Come and see our wonderful dairy cows ! We are a local family run dairy farm with 140 milking cows. Located 25 Km West of Innisfail on Highway 54. Started the dairy in 2001.  Our cows live in a free stall barn. And we milk our cows in a herringbone milk parlor. We are raising our baby heifer calves as well.

• To give you an inside look of the dairy operation, we are giving tours of our dairy.

• There will be fun games and activities for kids and you can try to milk Daisy our milk cow too !

And also, have a visit at The Dairy Saloon, Chapman's Ice cream, home made Apple Pie and Sylvan Star cheese will be available. Our facilities are wheel chair accessible as well. Hope to see you !

A brewery in the heart of Alberta

 

What We Are About...

with 24 rotating taps and a yummy taqueria menu.

Come sit on the patio with your family and furry friends.

**FREE Tours available on demand.**

   

Wild Country Gardens is made up of a fruit and vegetable farm

We are open Saturday and Sunday! Can't wait to see you.

We are nestled in a beautiful forested area near Wildwood, Alberta just off of Yellowhead Highway. Our orchard consists of over 3000 fruit trees and bushes, all planted by us over the last 16 years. The Gardens feature approximately 2500 heads of garlics and a large variety of vegetables and herbs which we use for making our products.

We will be offering guided tours of our farm explaining our farming practices and what is working for us. The tour can take as long as 30 minutes and up to 1 hour depending on the group.

We also offer the opportunity to shop in Wild Country Gardens Farm Store which is filled with Alberta made products all made by us, such as preserves: jams, syrups, pickles, sauerkraut and pepper jellies,

Frozen fruits (Haskap, Saskatoons, Cherries) $6 per lb,

New to our farm is our Freeze Dried Products: Fruit Snacks, Fruit Smoothie Mixes, Fruit, Vegetables and Herbs; Local Made Soaps, Candy, and Ice Cream Treats.

Our Puschens are one of a kind. Made and designed by Paulette, they are crocheted slippers with leather soles lined with sheepskin and accented with deer antler buttons.

Farm to Table Lunch from 11:30 to 2:00 Tickets will be be available. More info to  come

Founded in the heart of the Canadian Rockies

  Eau Claire Distillery, Alberta's first craft distillery, proudly produces premium farm-to-glass spirits that honor the province's rich agricultural heritage. Using horse-farmed barley and glacial mountain water, we create award-winning whiskies and gins that embody the unique terroir of Alberta. Located in Turner Valley, our distillery blends tradition with innovation, crafting the world's only pure horse-farmed whisky. Celebrated internationally, Eau Claire Distillery remains committed to quality, authenticity, and the spirit of Alberta. Come and enjoy FREE tasting of our unique horse farmed spirits. For more information, visit www.eauclairedistillery.ca.  

Quiet Hills Ranch is a family run beef cow and calf farm, which grows a lot of hay.

  We are located within the Beaver Hills Biosphere and have rolling grasslands and forests on our land.

• On your visit you will be able to take a tractor and wagon ride through the pastures to see mother cows with their babies.

• We will also teach you about hay and pasture plants.

• You can go for a walk to enjoy the birds and wildflowers or relax in the shade near the farmhouse.

• We have cats, dogs, horses and chickens in our barns.

• Snacks and drinks will be offered for free!

We invite you to join us on our centennial family farm in Red Deer County for a day of family fun picking your own produce!

  Blaine, Leona, and their three sons work hard to grow a variety of delicious fruits, vegetables, and flowers. You can find everything from strawberries, raspberries, and lettuce to pumpkins, artichokes, and potted flowers. Spend the day with us during our summer and fall seasons to experience firsthand the joys of harvesting your own produce. And if you’re feeling hungry, you’re in for a treat!

• Alberta Open Farm Days guests can enjoy farm tours, photos in our sunflower field, our extensive play area and time in the great outdoors picking your own produce!

The Jungle Farm will be serving up our delectable strawberry shortcake, scrumptious oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, refreshing fruit beverages and more!    

Our family is excited to have you visit us on our 5th annual Alberta Open Farm Days!

  Mark will bring you on a walking tour of our farm where you will learn how we grow, harvest and cure our garlic. Of course there will be some available for purchase in the store. Don't forget to bring a cooler! There's lots of goodies in our farm store. While you wait for the tour to begin, enjoy some refreshments and have a game of cornhole. The kids will enjoy hanging out at the craft table or visiting with our animals. We have an alpaca, bunny, potbellied pig, ponies, and lots of laying hens! To find us, Google Map 'Deep Roots Garlic Farm'

SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY:

• Guided Walking Tours promptly at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm
• Hot Dog Lunch 11am until 2pm (cash)
• Lemonade Stand
• Kids Crafting Table

Let us know you are coming!

Custom Woolen Mills is a small, family owned and operated, woolen mill!

We are located between the towns of Carstairs and Linden, Alberta. Using industrial revolution era machinery, we transform raw sheep's wool and the fibre from alpacas, llamas, goats, and bison, into finished products like hand-knitting yarns and woolen socks.

Join us for the opportunity to see some of the machinery in operation, meet our sheep and llama, shop our little store, and participate in a woolen craft for all ages!

The Canadian Grain Elevator Discovery Centre is a set of restored grain elevators located in Nanton.

  The Centre’s goal is to preserve these three remaining prairie icons to educate visitors about Nanton’s and Alberta’s agricultural history. As often as possible, tours are conducted by former grain elevator managers or employees, who are a wealth of information about these “skyscrapers of the prairies” that were so closely tied to the well-being of Alberta communities for so many years.

• Participants will enjoy tours of the restored Pioneer grain elevator and see the rare 1929 Alberta Pool twin elevators.
• Weather permitting, we will be holding engine runs featuring a 1/4 scale Case steam tractor model as well as a Fairbanks grain elevator engine.

 

We are the Thiessen Family and have been growing cut flowers since 2019.

  We sell our flowers through a bouquet subscription program, markets and u-picks. We mostly grow all our flowers in fields and have one high-tunnel in production.

FREE FARM TOURS:

• 10:30 am Farm Tour
• 12:30 pm Farm Tour
• 2:30 pm Farm Tour

U-picks (Bring your own vase 4" diameter max, or purchase one for $5 on farm)  $40/ person Free cinnamon buns and coffee. Learn about soil-blocking and try your hand! Goodies to purchase on farm.

We are an Alberta Cottage Winery

  We grow all of our own fruit for use in making of the wines We make 4 wines, The Barb (rhubarb wine) The Rhuby (rhubarb strawberry wine) The Other Red (raspberry wine) and The Jewel (sour cherry wine)

Activities:

• You can participate in mini tours of the winery facility (free)
• Enjoy meeting our animals sheep, chickens, donkeys and cows (free)
• Purchase a glass of wine and stroll through our Barrtizan Market that will include many unique vendors
• Bottles of the wines will be available for purchase
• Food trucks will be available
• Washrooms will be onsite

Spirit Hills crafts one-of-a kind award winning flower wines that share the purity of the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains

Book your tour time here: Tours – Spirit Hills

  We give our customers exquisite culinary wine experiences, joy, romance and relaxation befit to a truly extraordinary life. We know how difficult and random it can be to find a truly memorable and exquisite wine. That is why at Spirit Hills, the Bonjean’s, who hail from generations of French winemakers, layered the flavour elements of traditional grape wine into unforgettable new wines crafted from the wildflowers of their terroir. The Spirit Hills winery tours and tastings are family friendly, fun and educational. The entire tour is indoors and led by one of our star team members. You will learn about: Rocky Mountain Foothills flowers, bees and wine production. Throughout the tour you will get to sample a variety of delicious flower wines and have a chance to purchase some. As a team, we personally like to take the time to share with you the story of our flowers, bees and wines so that next time when you have a sip of our flower wines you can taste the love, care and dedication that went into crafting the delicate flavours and aromas. After the tour you can enjoy a glass of wine or wine cocktail and enjoy our amazing view of the foothills! Fire roasted pizza's will be available for purchase as well. We look forward to hosting you!

Welcome to our U-Pick!

 

You are welcome to take a self directed tour of our fruit, veggie and flower u-pick farm.  Pick your way through our beautiful gardens! Produce is neatly labeled to better understand what the plants are.

We are a family farm growing U pick fruits and vegetables since 2009 starting with our first crop of strawberries which promptly got hit with hail!  Days later there was a strong scent of berry juice, shock and heartbreak in the air.  What an education! Crops can be gone in minutes - frost on blossoms, drought and heat, hail and snow, it's crazy. What a business to be in!  But it's not always horrible and we enjoy nurturing seedlings and seeing them mature into something people enjoy picking. After a long Alberta winter's wait, the rush of Spring begins with planning and planting, tending, weeding, watering and sky watching.  Cool Alberta nights produce the best tasting crops!  And when it’s time, the invitation goes out via word of mouth and social media to come over and pick, pick pick!  In 2023 we added more picking pleasure for our customers:  a u pick flower garden! Even though we are open to the public from 7am to 8pm everyday during the production months, we thank Alberta Open Farm Days and all the advertiser’s for extending an extra invitation to come explore rural Alberta and Billyco Junction Gardens where we can be found tucked right between our major urban centres. Happy discovery, see you here!

Eastern Irrigation District (EID) – Guided Bassano Dam Tours

In celebration of this year’s Alberta Open Farm Days theme, “Water,” the Eastern Irrigation District invites you to explore the vital role water plays in southern Alberta agriculture with exclusive guided tours of the historic Bassano Dam.

Tour Dates & Times

Saturday, August 16 & Sunday, August 17
Tours run at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. sharp each day.

Pre-Registration Required
Spots are limited. Call the EID Office at 403-362-1400 to reserve your place. Deadline to register is Wednesday, August 13 at 5:00 P.M.

Why Water Matters
Constructed over 110+ years ago, the Bassano Dam is an essential piece of Alberta’s irrigation infrastructure. On this tour, you’ll learn how the dam diverts water from the Bow River to support agriculture throughout the Eastern Irrigation District - turning prairie into productive farmland.

Tour Highlights

• Walk under the Bow River

• See the new Emergency Spillway

• Cross the main spillway structure to view gates, hoists, and the friction wall up close

Accessibility Notice
Due to the nature of the facility, the tour is not suitable for strollers, wheelchairs, or persons with limited mobility. It includes a significant amount of walking, over six flights of stairs, and steep walkways.