Maple Syrup Farm Tour at Miller’ Tri Mountain Farm
When: Sunday, March 12th, 112 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Miller’s Tri Mountain Sugar Shack
301 Tri Mountain Road
Durham, CT
06422
We are pleased to offer a special maple syrup production tour of Miller’s Tri Mountain Farm in Durham.
The earth is waking up. You can feel it in the air and see it in the small tiny buds that are adorning the bushes we walk past every day. Experience firsthand the way that maple trees show us that spring is around the bend with a tour of the property.
Visitors will be go for a stroll through the maples with owner Josh Miller as he explains the history of his farm and the maple process. How better to enjoy a maple syrup production with a walk and demonstration?
The Miller Farm property was originally purchased by Ben and Ann Miller in 1929 on Tri-Mountain Road in Durham. Originally a dairy and poultry farm similar to others in the area, the farm changed operations in the early 1980’s to focus on Christmas Trees and has been offering Christmas Trees for sale for the past 35 years. In 2015 the farm added maple syrup to it’s list of products produced on the farm property. Approximately 250 sugar and red maple trees are tapped on the property, with most being connected through a tubing system attached to the sugar house.
After the walk, you will enjoy the warmth of the maple syrup shack. You even get a tasting of some of the hot, freshly distilled maple syrup as you watch sap as it transforms before your eyes. Connecticut Farmland Trust offers home-made maple cookies as you experience the production of sap into delicious syrup.
This is a great outdoor winter family event where everyone is encouraged ask any questions. The owners of Miller’s Tri Mountain Farm and Connecticut Farmland Trust encourage you to take home some excellent Grade A syrup.
$10 for non-members, $5 for members; kids under 12 are free.
RSVP to
bdunlap@ctfarmland.org
860-247-0202 x223
When: May 5th, 2017 at Tee Time 9:30 am
Where: 70 Lyman Road Middlefield, CT 06455
All proceeds to benefits the following organizations:
*Connecticut Farmland Trust *
*Boys and Girls Club of New Britain*
*Connecticut Children’s Medical Center*
What follows is a letter from Guida’s President, Michael Young:
We are excited to announce we will be hosting our 5th Annual Guida’s Charity Golf Invitational, which will, once again, be held at Lyman Orchards Golf Club in Middlefield, CT on Friday, May 5th, 2017. Last year’s tournament was another success and we were able to raise over $42,000 for four charitable non-profit organizations. We are looking forward to continuing the tradition this year.
Proceeds from this year’s tournament will benefit the following worthy organizations:
Boys & Girls Club of New Britain
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
Connecticut Farmland Trust
I would like to ask for your support in this worthy fundraising event. There are several ways you can help make this event a success from providing raffle prizes or gift certificates to sponsorship funding opportunities, which will be recognized through publications and signage. You may register online on our website at www.guidas.com/golf .
Your contributions will truly make a difference in the individuals’ lives that these organizations help and will be instrumental to the success of the tournament. I personally appreciate any support or contribution you can provide. The success of this event means a great deal to me because the funds generated will be able to help thousands throughout the year.
In addition to being a worthy cause, this tournament will provide ample networking opportunities, a challenging golf course, and a lot of fun. I look forward to seeing you there!
All the best,
Michael P. Young
When: Friday, May 5th, 2017 at Tee Time 9:30 am
Where: 70 Lyman Road Middlefield, CT 06455
All proceeds to benefits the following organizations:
Find tickets at the special event website: www.fieldofgreensevent.com
Get up close and personal with the crop that goes into your favorite beverage and, meet the Connecticut farmer who raises it.
Awesome Hops Farm Tour.
Seasonal Lunch.
Great Local Beer.
$30 a ticket/ $25 for CFT members.
Smokedown Farm: 196 East St, Sharon, Connecticut 06069
Kent Falls Brewing Company: An American Farmhouse Brewery, will be providing the beer during this fun event.
Summertime Hint: This is a great group outing.
TICKETS: www.ctfarmlandevents.com
CFT’s Conservation Coordinator will be speaking on “Farmland Conservation and Funding Sources for Farmland Owners” at the upcoming joint organization event.
AGvocate Regional Meeting
Thursday, March 29, 2018
6:30 to 9:00 pm
The meeting is open to the public, to farmers, gardeners, farmland owners, and persons interested in promoting local agriculture.
Agriculture related agencies, groups, associations, agribusiness are welcome to set up displays for this meeting.
Contact: dawn.pindell@ct.usda.gov
SOLD OUT!
We are pleased to offer Goat Yoga hosted by the fantastic Goat Yoga farm, Aussakita Acres Farm.
Come socialize with baby goats, friendly adult goats and their farm friends as you flow through a fun All Levels Yoga Class outside on our beautiful farm. Taught by Danuta from YogaPerk
Goats are very friendly, funny, love people and are also very mischievous. Be prepared to laugh a lot and have a good time because goats just make you happy!!
Come with friends or bring the whole family.
$40 per person.
Saturday, May 26, 2018
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Aussakita Acres Farm
555 Lydall Street
Manchester, CT
06042
Be sure to RSVP! Space is limited so spots will fill up quickly! RSVP to bdunlap@ctfarmland.org or 860-247-0202 x223 to secure your spot.
Via email or voicemail, please leave your Name, Phone #, Number of people, and what time slot you would like to attend. Someone will contact you back with confirmation.
You may pay at the event as long as you are RSVP and were confirmed.
DETAILS:
Experience: You need no prior yoga experience. You can either be an experienced Yogi or a complete novice. This fun, farm activity is a great way to interact and learn about the animals and Yoga too.
- Please come at least 15 mins early to fill out paper work.
- Bring your own mat or towel.
- Age minimum 8 years old.
- This activity will be canceled if it rains.
There is plenty of parking on site. Please park behind the garage or in the drive way. Do Not park on the street. Thank You.
BONUS! After you are all stretched and have pet all the baby goats, the owners of Aussakita Acres Farm have been kind enough to open up their farm for attendees. You will be able to see all the various farm animals and take in the sights.
SOLD OUT !
Thank you so much for the love and support. The Farm Tour and Chocolate Tasting is sold out. If you were invited as a special guest by CFT, please contact us to reserve your spot.
Where does the story begin with Thorncrest Farm? Come and find out!
Come join us on a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the art and science of chocolate-making. Thorncrest Farm in Goshen will host of tour of their family dairy and gourmet chocolate business.
Guests of CFT will get to explore this chic dairy, meet the cows, and find out about the dairy procedures and husbandry that make a happy herd. Learn from Chocolatier Kimberly Thorn about her magic and technique. At a private chocolate tasting, taste the finest farm-made chocolates in Connecticut.
The tour is followed by a casual lunch in the charming Hayloft, featuring savory sandwiches made by Meraki Kitchen.
Registration Details:
Registration is required. Contact outreach@ctfarmland.org with any questions.
A few more ways to support the farms you visit with CFT and get more from your experience:
– Help put the farmer on the digital map! Post pictures, check in and use the farm’s hashtag as well as CFT’s hashtag, #ctfarmlandpreservation. Let the world know about our amazing farmers, what they produce and why you love them!
– Wear shoes suitable for the farm and pack an umbrella or rain jacket. The Tour is like farm work, RAIN or SHINE!
– Make sure to bring cash and a cooler for taking home fresh farm goods. Besides award-winning chocolate, Thorncrest Farm offers milk and cheese.