Vermont Food and Farm Tours

Name: Vermont Food and Farm Tours
Address: 54 Quarry Road, Waitsfield, VT, 05673, US
Telephone: (802) 922-1832
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

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Vermont Food and Farm Tours

Love delicious healthy food and authentic Vermont farms? Get your hands dirty and taste buds deligh Certified Organic Farm. Taste some fresh kale and chard.
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You'll be guided by Amy Todisco, Nationally Recognized Green Living Expert, Health/Life Coach, Co-Creator and Marketing Director at Hartshorn Farm. Pluck a pea off the vine as you learn about organic agriculture and the history of Hartshorn Farm, where your tour guide, Amy, lives. Dig a carrot. Find out what some of the w**ds beneath your feet can help with. Pop a sweet cherry tomato into your mou

th. Pick some blueberries. Put your hands in the warm soil and plant something. Harvest some veggies for your lunch time salad in the farmstand. We will enjoy a home made mostly organic and hydroponic greens filled vegetarian lunch. Maple Sugar House. Amy’s organic farmer life partner, Dave, is also a fifth generation sugarmaker. Check out the maple sugarhouse. Find out how maple syrup was discovered and how the Hartshorn Family has evolved their sugarmaking process over the years. Taste a sample. We will be demonstrating how to make maple candy and cream off and on throughout the summer season. Let me know ahead of time if this is of interest.

“It was such an amazing experience…Amy is so knowledgeable and her location is so breathtaking in the Mad River Valley!”-Lisa Schermerhorn

Hydroponic Growing. I will be telling the story of the past 8 year’s experience with hydroponic growing and how it’s the farming of the future. We will have a small demo inside the organic farm to showcase this wonderful technology. (Dave is selling his shares in Green Mountain Harvest, so we won’t be going inside that business but have a video that showcases what it looks like inside.) Healing Garden. You too can create your own beautiful and productive veggie, herb and flower garden. Check out Amy’s healing garden for inspiration. See which medicinal and culinary herbs are growing among the veggies and flowers and what they can do for you. Discover what else might also be growing in your yard that you can use to heal. Visit our Horses. You’ll also have an opportunity to feed Amy’s horses, Koko and Amigo, some carrots and learn a little about horses. Each tour is customized to meet the needs and interests of the group that shows up, which means each tour/workshop will be slightly different. While the tours are designed for teens and adults, we are kid friendly. We create activities that cater to your child's age. (Amy ran a kid's farm camp for 3 summers too.)

$65 Ages 10 through Adult, $35 for Kids 5-9, age 4 and under are free if they aren't eating the lunch or participating in the activities, otherwise it's $10 for all children 4 and under that are eating and participating. If you prefer not to pay by credit card, I'm happy to accept cash, Venmo, or checks. Just let me know by email ahead of time that you are paying via cash or check.

07/20/2024

From "Zen Honeycutt, Moms Across America:

“Across the country, millions of families struggle daily with behavioral, physical, and mental health issues with their children and family members. Over 30% of young couples are bereft because they cannot conceive. One out of two men and one out of two women are expected to get cancer. One in three Americans have fatty liver disorders. I could list the deeply disturbing statistics for days…but you don’t have to look any further, really, than your family members. Every family in America is impacted today by cancer, heart disease, autism, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, IBS, Crohn’s disease, autoimmune disorders, diabetes, obesity, or reproductive and mental health issues. We are in a health crisis. What do all these conditions have in common?

They can all be caused and exacerbated by agrochemicals in the conventional food supply."

06/14/2024

This is cool!

Look what this couple is doing--and they say that they got their inspiration from one of our organic strawberry festivals.]]\\

Life on the family farm for the Stephenson family of Moretown.

06/11/2024

06/09/2024

95% of pears have pesticide residues incluinge ones that cause harm to the male reproductive system and hormone disruption

06/06/2024

Curious About a Non-toxic, Eco-Friendly and Holistic Lifestyle? Your Insights Can Help!

In addition to the new podcast, I’m also developing a comprehensive course on organic living, eco-friendly products, and holistic health.

Ultimately, the goal is to help you become healthier and stay away from doctors and pharmaceuticals.

I believe that this course will stand out due to its comprehensive approach, combining various aspects of organic living, eco-friendly practices, and holistic health into a single, cohesive program.

Here's what's tentatively being included:

Organic and Nutrient-Dense Whole Foods: Discover the benefits of organic foods and learn how to make nutritious, delicious meals for every diet-vegan, vegetarian, omnivore and keto!

Eco-friendly household products: Ditch the toxins and switch to nontoxic, eco-friendly household products. learn how to make your own DIY cleaning and personal care items.

Sustainable Building Materials: Explore sustainable building materials to create a healthier home environment.

Holistic Health Practices: Embrace holistic health tools like acupuncture, homeopathy, Lightwave patches, and more to enhance your well-being.

Making positive Changes: Get practical tips on how to transition to a healthier lifestyle and stay motivated.

As a pioneer in the green living world with over 30 years of experience, I’m committed to creating a valuable, inspiring, and impactful learning experience.

To ensure this course meets your needs and interests, I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences!

Who Should Participate:

• Health enthusiasts

• Nature lovers

• Conscious consumers

• Anyone interested in sustainable and holistic living

What I Need:

• Your insights on challenges you face in maintaining a healthy, sustainable lifestyle

• What topics you are most interested in learning about

• Your preferred learning formats (videos, articles, interactive sessions)

How to Get Involved:

• Comment below if you’re interested in participating in a short survey or an interview and I'll connect with you privately, or just use my link and book a brief chat:

https://calendly.com/catalystforchangecoachamy/course-market-research

And, feel free to share it with someone else who might be interested.

• Your feedback is invaluable and will directly shape the content and structure of the course.

In Return:

• Exclusive early access to course content

• Special discounts and offers upon the course launch

• A chance to influence and improve a course designed to help you live a healthier, more sustainable life

Thank you in advance for your valuable input.

Together, we can make a significant impact on our health and the planet.

Thanks!

Amy

06/06/2024

What are the environmental benefits of organic farming?
(Select all that apply)

A) Reduced pollution.
B) Increased biodiversity.
C) Higher greenhouse gas emissions.
D) Soil health improvement.

05/28/2024

National recall of Fiji Natural Artesian Water bottles due to contamination with manganese and 3 types of bacteria.

05/17/2024

Wanna know how to grow LARGE organic red onions like Dave Hartshorn of Hartshorn's Certified Organic Farm grows?

Check out this quick educational video:

Dave shares his secrets to growing the largest tastiest red onions around.

03/26/2024

Are you a conscious consumer, healthy lifestyle seeker, nature lover or foodie?

Can you take my 2 min survey? (link in comments)

03/20/2024

Attention locals:

Bountiful Blueberries: A Workshop on Growing Your Own

Dave and I are excited to invite you to an upcoming workshop on growing healthy organic blueberry bushes at Hartshorn Farm in Waitsfield, VT.

This informative and hands-on workshop will provide valuable insight into cultivating and maintaining your own blueberry bushes.

During the workshop, you will learn:

- Choosing the right blueberry bush varieties for our climate and your soil
- Preparing the planting site and soil
- Pruning and maintenance techniques for healthy blueberry bushes
- Organic pest and disease management strategies
- Harvesting and enjoying the delicious fruits of your labor

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or new to growing blueberries, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn from experienced growers and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts.

The cost is $20 per person

Please click the doodle poll link https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/ep9x92ra and select the time/date that is best for you.

We'll choose the one that is the most popular.
Thanks!

03/20/2024

Which veggies/fruits do you think are the most contaminated with pesticides?

03/18/2024

Do you/have you listen(ed) to podcasts?

If yes, what are your favorites?

02/27/2024

Love this!

01/01/2024

Happy, joyous, healthy, peaceful and prosperous NEW YEAR to you all!

09/13/2023

Exciting Announcement!

Enter to win a spot in my upcoming online mentoring program, Twelve Weeks to a Less Toxic, More Earth Friendly, Healthier You!

There is no purchase necessary to enter…

WHEN: Starts today and ends on a midnight EST on Halloween, 10/31/2023

WHAT: One lucky person will win a free pass to my upcoming 12-week program, beginning on Wednesday, November 8th, 2023.

This will be a small intimate group of up to 20 healthy lifestyle seekers, nature lovers, and health and wellness professionals.
I want to be sure that everyone gets individual attention.

Step One: Read the description on my website about my upcoming program (all of the links are there.)
Here: https://catalystforchangecoach.com/enter-to-win

Step Two: Write a paragraph about why this is the perfect program for you at this time, and why you’d make a great participant in this pilot program.

Step Three: Email your paragraph to me via the contact page on my website (the above link takes you to the "Enter to Win" page which has all of the links.)

Who selects the winner?

The women’s mastermind group, the Womb Collaborative, that I’m a member of, will help me make the decision.

There are 3 ways that you can improve your chances of being selected.

Ways to Improve Your Odds:

1. Comment on this Facebook post and tag 3 of your Facebook friends that you think might also be interested.

2. Attend the next Free Live workshop: Why Live Green—Choosing a Healthy Chemical-Free Lifestyle on Wednesday, September 20th at 4pm EST. Sign up on the website.

3. Join my Free Facebook Group: Healthy Toxin-Free Lifestyle Tribe. (Link on the website too.)

There are some bonuses listed on the webpage.

If this resonates with you, enter!

If it sounds like someone you know, please share!

Good luck! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Together, we can catalyze positive change and create a healthier sustainable world where all may thrive.

This program is designed for healthy lifestyle seekers, nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, wellness pros aiming to level up their clients.

07/03/2023

Look at what we're picking!

06/04/2023

We're open for the season!

Both the farmstand and the tours are already underway.

Book your tour now!

12/21/2022

Happy Solstice!

12/19/2022

I’m doing some market research for a 3-month online coaching/mastermind program that I'm thinking of creating for the Spring, for action takers who desire to be environmentally and spiritually conscious and who might be interested in the following topics:
(1) Serial daters looking to attract the love of their life,
(2) Deepen your relationships with the important people in your life and build stronger connections with them,
(3) How to create a nontoxic, earth friendly home and office,
(4) How to eat a healthy diet that is nutritious, right for your physiology and earth friendly,
(5) How to build your immune system through changed eating and holistic lifestyle practices.
If any of this sounds like something you might be interested in, would you be willing to jump on a quick 15-20 minute call so I can get your perspective? Or, can you refer me to someone you know that fits these areas of interest?
No sales pitch, I'm just gathering data for a program I’m launching. I'd really appreciate your help. Feel free to private message me or just go to my calendar link, https://calendly.com/catalystforchangecoachamy/15min
Thanks so much.

Let's get to know each other better and how we can support each other.Look forward to connecting.Amy

11/11/2022

Find me on my personal profile: https://www.facebook.com/amy.d.todisco
Biz page algorhythms stink!

10/03/2022

Last bouquet of the season, sigh

09/15/2022

Love this!

Ownership of Patagonia has been transferred to a trust that was created to protect the company’s values and mission as well as a nonprofit organization.

09/13/2022

A garden …

09/11/2022

Yes!

Every …

09/09/2022

So true. How do you w**d the garden of your mind?
What works best for you?

09/02/2022

I shared some of what you'll learn on one of my tours, and then some, with Geri Procaccini. Learn about sustainable agriculture, and specifically what we're doing on Hartshorn Farm.

This was a super fun interview with Geri Procaccini last Friday. We talked about so many different things that are agriculture related and specifically about Hartshorn Farm.

I even provided my massaged kale recipe.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QghQQaF_7gyGpsXDGDYQIo0PEtJ3eja7/view?usp=sharing

07/20/2022

Such a beautiful time of year!

Love this time of year!

07/13/2022

Strawberry growing innovations. This sems to be one of the most popular stories I tell during the tours.

06/29/2022

Great group of entrepreneurs from Washington, DC joined us for a tour this week!

Address

54 Quarry Road
Waitsfield, VT
05673

Telephone

(802) 922-1832

Website

https://www.vtfoodtours.com/

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