Open Farm Day

Sunday, July 27, 2003

Participating Farms in 2003

From pasture walks and berry picking to wagon rides and chocolate milk! Something for everyone!

• Aroostook County
• Down East and Acadia
• Greater Portland and Casco Bay
• The Maine Highlands
• Kennebec and Moose River Valleys
• Maine Lakes and Mountains
• Mid Coast
• Southern Maine Coast

Aroostook
County

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Aroostook

Framingham Farms
Cedric & Emily Shaw
522 Framingham Road, Littleton
Farm Museum
This is the "Past Time" Farm museum which has become part of the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum. Their collection contains typical equipment and articles of a farm and home dating from the late 1800's. This was a potato and dairy farm. Included are logging tools, black smith shop, potato handling equipment, and restored tractors and engines. There is no admission fee. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Driving North on Route 1 from Houlton, turn right on Shaw Road at the C & G Gas station. Go 1 1/2 miles to end of road, turn right on Framingham Road. The driveway is the first on the right.

Knot-II-Bragg Farm
Natalia Bragg
New Dunntown Road, Wade
Diversified Farm
This is a small diversified family farm with 80 acres of organic wild crafted gardens, pastures, woods, ponds and streams. The farm is devoted to being self-sufficient. Beef, dairy, pork and fish are raised here. It is home to a Traditional Northern Maine Herbal Apothecary. Herbal remedies are made and sold at the farm. Butter, cheese and soaps are made at the farm using traditional old skills. Stickwood furniture, melt and pour soap buckets and red twig wreaths are farm specialties. There will be an explanation of the history and traditions of the farm. Guided farm tours and herb walks will take place at 10 am; noon; 2 pm; and 4 pm. The farm store will be open.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Come to the town of Washburn on route 164 - turn down at the library - go about 30 car lengths. Turn on to Church Street across from the Lidestone Methodist Church. The Knot - II - Bragg Farm is a little over 3 miles from that point on the right.

Orchard Hill Farm/Aroostook Highlands
Gail & Stanley Maynard
Pratt Road, Woodland
Naturally Raised Highland Beef Cattle
The Maynards are located about ten miles northwest of Caribou in Woodland. The farm, with 160 acres, is well suited to raising Highland beef cattle, one of the world's oldest pure breeds. Orchard Hill Farm has one of the largest herds of purebred registered Highlands in Maine. The animals are raised naturally and humanely with respect and careful genetic selection. No growth hormones are used and the farm is pesticide free. The primary focus is breeding stock, but the farm is licensed to sell USDA processed and packaged beef. These long-horned, shaggy beasts are known for their hardiness and docile temperament. Orchard HIll Farm animals are handled frequently, many are halter trained, gentle and love being brushed and combed. Visitors will be welcome to meet this spring's new calf crop, and try their hand at grooming. Information will be provided on beef cattle production in Northern Maine, principles of sustainable agriculture, and the benefits of small family farming. They annually exhibit their Highlands at the Common Ground Fair. Coffee and lemonade will be served.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Caribou take route 161 North, approximately 5 miles and turn left onto the Colby Siding Road. Continue to the end of the road (T intersection) Turn right onto Pratt Road. At the Y in the road stay right on Pratt Road. The farm will be approx 1.4 miles on the right at the top of the hill. There will be signs at all the turns.

Down East
and Acadia

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Hancock

Beech Hill Farm - College of the Atlantic
Maggie & Lucian Smith
Box 171 Beech Hill Road, Mt. Desert
Diversified Organic
This is an organic vegetable farm with six acres in crop production, heirloom apple orchards, and strawberries. Their farmstand offers fresh produce grown on the farm as well as free range eggs, meats and locally baked breads. There will be farm tours of the farms, fields, and production areas. The farmstand will be open.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From the head of Mount Desert Island follow Rt 102 to Southwest Harbor. Go straight at lights through Somesville. Take right at sign for Beech Mt/Beech Cliffs (Pretty Marsh Road). Take next left at next sign for Beech Mt/Beech Cliffs. Farm is 1 1/2 miles up Beech Hill Road on right.

Happy Town Farm
Paul & Karen Volckhausen
Happy Town Road, North Orland
Diversified Organic Vegetable & Sheep
Happy Town Farm has 4 acres of organic vegetables, pasture, small grains, sheep, chickens, and maple syrup making. There will be farm tours highlighting organic methods including green manures, cover crops, crop rotation, and composting.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Ellsworth, take Rt. 1 towards Bucksport, 6 miles. Turn right on Happy Town Rd. go 5 miles. Happy Town Farm is on left. From Bangor, take Rt. 1A to East Holden, turn right onto Upper Dedham Rd. Follow Upper Dedham Road a couple of miles until it forks; bear left at the fork. Continue past Bald Mountain, where road takes a sharp 90 degree turn. Go about 2 more miles from Bald Mountain. Happy Town Road is on the left. Follow Happy Town Road 2 1/2 miles, farm is on the right.

Ken-Rose Farm
Kendall & Florence Howard
Route 15, Blue Hill
Small Family Farm and B & B
This small family farm has 145 acres with 20 acres of blueberries. They raise chickens and turkeys and hand milk six jersey cows. They also have other livestock. They would like people to get to know what small farms are like. They will show a video of milking being done by hand, separating the milk and buttermaking. There will be tours of the barn and explanations of the workings of the farm. Tractor rides around the fields will be offered.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
6 miles north of Blue Hill Village on Rt. 15. Farm is on the right. From Rt. 1 in Orland take Rt. 15 south for 6.5 miles. Farm is on the left.

Simons Hancock Farm
Ron, Marie & Todd Simons
Route 1, Hancock
Vegetable & Fruit Farm and Greenhouse
This farm is 55 acres of fruits and vegetables. They have a large farm stand and a greenhouse where they raise assorted plants, vegetables and flowers. They also carry a line of shrubs. There will be tours of the greenhouses and farm stand.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
From Ellsworth take Route 1 north to Ellsworth/Hancock town line. The farm is on the right at the line. They are less than one mile from the Ellsworth McDonalds.

Washington

Far Point Fibre Studio & Farm
Donna Pickard
25 Telegraph Rd, Steuben
Wool, Fiber, Herb and Vegetable
This is an intensively farmed 7 plus acres. They raise Shetland sheep, mohair goats and a llama for fibre. The farm also raises pigs, calves, geese, turkeys and chickens for meat and eggs. A starter herd of Dexter cattle and some dairy goats for milk and butter for the family. The small carding mill processes fibre for sale as well as for other wool producers. There will be demonstrations of spinning and other related crafts. The gardens provide for family and for sale. They participate in a vegetable program for the elderly and have a small orchard and a raspberry patch for the program and the family. There will be a special viewing pen with baby animals. They will also be selling handspun yarn, rovings, sheepskins and vegetables.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Rt. 1, in Steuben take Dyer Bay Road - 2 1/2 miles to the fork and turn right. 1/4 mile on the left to the farm.

Shore Road Farm
Carol Bryan
496 Shore Road, Perry
Organic Vegetable and Berry Farm
This is a diversified MOFGA certified organic market garden. Crops include asparagus, highbush blueberries, raspberries, garlic, mixed vegetables, sweet melons and a range of herbs and greens. They also sell and promote the European style scythe, enabling people to enjoy this healthy mowing alternative. They will be demonstrating and teaching the components of organic vegetable culture including composting, cover crops, cultivation and weed management. The will be demonstrating the techniques of mowing and maintaining the European style scythe including blade selection, fitting the tool to you, sharpening, mowing strokes and gathering the windrow of cut grass. There will be demonstrations and hands on workshops. Refreshments will be served. "Our participation in Open Farm Day will be done in special memory of Elliott Fishbein - creator of Scythe Supply and former co-owner of Shore Road Farm".
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Take US Rte 1 to Perry (near Eastport). Opposite the New Friendly Restaurant on Route 1 turn onto and follow Shore Road. Drive 2.4 miles. Look for Mailbox # 496. The house is up on a slope and is opposite the mailbox.

Greater
Portland and
Casco Bay

Cumberland

Avalon Farm
Linda & Scott Routhier
1167 North Road, North Yarmouth
Grass Farming with Heritage Livestock
This is a place of discovery, inspiration and tranquility. Discover the benefits of grassfed meats and eggs, why heritage breed conservation is vital to the future. Inspiration is Pastured Poultry. Egg mobile, chicken tractor, hoop coops, bale house day range and free range are several models we use for raising poultry in gardens and pastures. Tranquility can be found in the barn full of sweet hay, on the woods trails to Pratts Brook, in the kitchen garden, on the face of the little lamb. Come celebrate life on the farm with Scotch Highland cattle, Icelandic Sheep, Turkeys, Chickens, and rabbits. The farmstand will be open.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Interstate 95 take Exit 17 onto Route 1 South. At first stop light take a right to East Main Street then take a right on East Main Street and first left onto North Road. Travel this for 3 1/2 miles going over three different sets of railroad tracks. Farm is just after the third set of tracks on the right.

Pineland Farms
Pineland Farms, Inc.
1545 Intervale Road, New Gloucester
Diversified livestock farm/ Vegetables
Pineland Farms consists of four farms with over 2,200 acres of land. The Hill Farm and Valley Farm will be the center of Open Farm Day. The one acre garden between the farms will also be an attraction, featuring over 2,000 perennials and 4,000 annuals, as well as a fruit tree orchard, herb and vegetable gardens. The Hill and Valley Farms are home to 120 Holstein and 40 Angus cows, 120 Dorset, 8 Icelandic, and 20 Katahdin hair sheep, 150 chickens, 24 horses, four llamas and five peacocks. The Equestrian center is home to the Riding to the Top Therapeutic riding program, Pineland Farms standard riding lessons and the Dutch Warmblood breeding program. There will be demonstrations and fun activities for all. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Take the Maine Turnpike to Exit 11 (Gray exit), bear right @ the tollbooth, follow signs for Route 115. Continue on Rt.115 east for 1.6 miles, then turn left on Depot Road continue on Depot Road while following signs for Rt 231. Farm will be on your rights (three red barns)

Riding to the Top Therapeutic Riding Center
Jessica Westleigh-Belanger & Sarah Bronson
1545 Interval Road, New Gloucester
Therapeutic Riding Center
Riding to the Top is a NARHA (North American Riding For the Handicapped Association ) Premier Accredited Therapeutic Riding Center. They operate therapeutic riding programs at their farm in Windham and at Pineland Farms Equestrian Center. In 2002, RTT served over 200 riders with physical, cognitive, emotional and/or learning disabilities. Their volunteers contributed over 5,000 hours assisting with lessons, barnwork and various other tasks. On Open Farm Day they will be offering demonstrations at Pineland Farms Equestrian Center that illustrate the various benefits and activities involved in therapeutic riding and hippotherapy (therapy that utilizes the movement of the horse as part of the treatment plan). The farm and riding experience is beneficial in many ways, providing a variety of stimuli to the riders - everything from the 3-dimensional movement of the horse, to the sequencing and organizational skill that are required when working with horses, to the powerful human to horse bonds tht occur between the riders and their horses.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Portland take 295 north to exit 17 (Yarmouth). Take a left onto Route 1 south. At first light, take a left (you will see a sign that says "to East Main St.") At the top of the hill take a right onto East Main St. Take your first left (only a couple hundred yards) onto North Rd. Follow North Rd. for six miles (You will go through one four way stop at the intersection with Route 9). The second stop sign you come to will be at the intersection of North Rd. with Route 231. Take a right on 231 and go 1 1/2 miles. The Equestrian Center will be on top of the hill to your left.

Snell Family Farm
John & Ramona Snell
1000 River Road, Bar Mills
Vegetables, Greenhouse, Perennials, Maple, Apples
This is a sustainable, diversified farm focusing on retail with an option for CSA membership. The season begins with maple production followed by greenhouse crops, vegetables and an apple crop sold Pick-Your-Own. Aquatic plants, including beautiful water lilies, shelter a rainbow of frogs. They will offer walking tours of the farm, an explanation of conservation practices, drip irrigation, cover crops, wildlife accommodations, and crop rotation. Visitors will be able to participate in the garlic harvest finger out a few new potatoes and visit the greenhouses and sample fresh vegetables.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Portland follow Route 22 west, from Gorham take Route 202 west, from Saco follow Rte 112, 10 miles north.

Sunrise Acres Farm
Sally Merrill
42 Winn Road, Cumberland
Diversified Organic Farm
Located on 155 acres ten miles northwest of Portland, Sunrise Acres Farm specializes in raising purebred polled dorset sheep, polled Hereford cattle and pasture poultry. Rotational grazing and hay-making are major summertime projects as well as the four acre organic garden that supports 100 CSA shareholders and 2 Farmers' Markets. This year an additional hoop house showcases production of over 30 varieties of heirloom tomato plants. Garden tours and pasture walks at half-hour intervals..
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Route 9 south from Cumberland Center, go about 1 mile and turn right at Mobil Station onto Winn Road, 2nd farm on right.

Windy Hill Farm
Ron & Linda Winship, Sr.
River Road, Windham
Dairy replacement heifers, Beef, Veg Greenhouse & Farmstand
They raise dairy heifers, beef, vegetables, lots of pumpkins. We have a farm stand, chickens, farm fresh eggs, natural beef which is sold in our market. The farm stand will be open with fresh produce and Maine products. Join us for a learning adventure. They have a unique collection of antique tractors and equipment that will be on display. There will be a petting zoo with pygmy goats, Barbato sheep, chickens and duck.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Exit 8 on the Maine turnpike go straight through the light - McDonalds will be on your right. From there go 2 miles to Sappi Paper Mill. Keep straight and go about 4 miles. You will come to a golf course - continue about 2 more miles. Farm is on the right. Farm sign out front. From Foster's Corner at the rotary - follow 202 for 5 miles to the traffic light. Take a left at the light onto River Road. Go approx 3 miles. Men's Correctional Center is on the right. The farm is exactly one mile from there on the left.

Wolfe's Neck Farm
10 Burnett Road, Freeport
Diversified Natural Meat
This is a 600-acre saltwater farm on Casco Bay that has raised all natural beef since the 1950's. It is a non-profit community service farm dedicated to education and demonstration of alternative sustainable agriculture. There are miles of nature trails. Lunch for sale and hayrides will be provided hourly on the hour. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
In Freeport, turn onto Bow Street, across from L. L. Bean. This turns into Flying Point Road. Go approximately 2.5 miles, take a right on Wolf Neck Road go 1.5 miles and turn left on Burnett Road and follow signs to farm store.

The Maine
Highlands

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Penobscot

Ash Hill View Deer Farm
Kenneth & Gladys Swett
Swett Road, Carmel
Red Deer
The Swetts have a herd of over 300 red deer and will offer farm tours showing deer fencing, handling facilities, red deer and red-elk cross deer. They will explain how deer are handled and raised and gladly answer questions.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Starting from the junction of Rt. 2 and Rt. 69, take Rt. 69 west approximately 1/2 mile. Turn left onto the Cook Rd. for approximately 3 miles, at the first four corners take a left onto the Swett Road. Go 1/2 mile to the end of the road.

Greenbush Soapworks
Ronald & Marge Lavoie
195 Middle River Road, Greenbush
Goats Milk Soap
This farm has goats, sheep and horse. They run a small home based business that makes goats milk soap. They also have lotions, body butters, balms and herbal pillows. The farmers will be available to answer questions on making soap. There will be a petting zoo and refreshments.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Route 2 in Greenbush take the Middle River Road. The farm is 1/2 mile on the left.

Mapleshade Farm
Robert, Linda, Raechel & Elizabeth Clewley
248 Corinth Road, Garland
Small Family Farm
This is a small family farm with a large herd of ADGA registered Alpine, Saanen, Oberhasli, Nubian, and Recorded Grade dairy goats. We also raise layer and meat chickens, lambs, turkeys, pigs and rabbits. There will be demonstrations of the many uses of the dairy goat including milking demonstrations, hoof trimming and show clipping. There will be cheese making demonstrations and sampling and a goat milk soap display will be available all day. Samples of goat products will be available. We will also have wool spinning throughout the day, petting areas with chickens, lambs, and goat kids, and educational displays and posters of all the animals. The farm store will be open. Join us for a hands on learning adventure!
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Route 15 in Corinth take Rt. 43 towards Exeter for 1 1/2 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 94 toward Dexter. Go 5 1/2 miles. Farm and sign on right. From Rt. 7 in Dexter take Rt. 94 toward Garland, 1 1/2 miles from Garland center farm and sign will be on the left.

Page Farm & Home Museum
Univ of Maine - Patty Henner Curator
Belgrade Road, U of M, Orono
Museum
The Page Farm and Home Museum is located in the last original agricultural building on the University of Maine campus. The museum houses an ever-growing collection of farm implements and household items. Equipment and vehicles having to do with everything from clearing land to harvesting and storing crops are displayed. Some of the many exhibits include Poultry, Dairy, 4-H and Ice Harvesting. There is a blacksmith shop and a one-room schoolhouse. On Open Farm Day there will be tours of the museum and grounds and field day activities after noon. Activities will include a blacksmithing demonstration, heritage garden tours, ice cream making demo and taste test, field games for children & adults, spinning demonstration, herbal crafts and an exhibit of one-lungers or hit-or-miss engines. We invite you to bring a picnic lunch. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE.
Open Farm Day Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From I-95, take the Stillwater exit and continue toward Old Town, turning right onto College Avenue. Turn left into the UM campus at the Alfond Hockey rink, go to Flagstaff Road and turn right. Continue to the Maine Centre for the Arts, go one block and turn left into the parking lot. The big white barn on your left is the Page Farm and Home Museum. From Rt. 2 in Old Town, turn right into the UM campus on Flagstaff Road. Turn left on Belgrade Road, continue to the Maine Centre for the Arts and go one more block, turn left into the parking lot and look for the big white barn.

The Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum
The Curran Homestead, Inc.
Fields Pond Road, Orrington
Living History Dairy Farm Museum
This family farm is being restored as a living history farm and museum. It includes a house, barn and related buildings with approximately forty acres overlooking Fields Pond. The Curran family operated a turn-of-the century subsistence farm whose animals, crops, and woodlot provided the family with food, shelter, heat and enough cash to provide the necessities. Open Farm Day will feature an old fashioned country fair atmosphere with small farm animals, children's games and activities, selected demonstrations of farm activities, and plenty of food as visitors tour the facility, listen to a storyteller, hike the areas nature trails, and hear live music.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Bangor, go out Wilson Street to McDonald's and turn right onto the Green Point Road. Turn left onto the Wiswell Road at the T intersection, go 1.6 miles and turn right onto Fields Pond Road. The farm is about one mile on the right. From Holden and points east, go west on Rt. 1A. Just past Holden Center, turn left onto the Copeland Hill Road. Go 1.1 miles and turn right onto the Wiswell Road and then seven-tenths of a mile turn left onto Fields Pond Road. Farm is on the right.

Treworgy Family Orchards
Gary & Patty Treworgy
3876 Union Street, Levant
Orchard
This is a diverse small farm growing apples, cut flowers, pumpkins, squash, and corn. They also have a variety of animals including poultry, rabbits, dairy goats, sheep, a miniature donkey, llama and horses. There will be spinning demonstrations of sheep wool. There will be hay ride/farms tours of the orchard, pumpkin and corn field along with barn tours. There will be 4H goat demonstrations including goat products, goat fitting and showmanship and goat milking.There will be a picnic area.
Open Farm Day Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From I-95 in Bangor take exit 47 (Union Street). Head west on Rt. 222. Go straight past the Bangor International Airport for 9 miles. They are 2 miles past the Irving Station in Levant village. The farm is at the top of the hill on the left.

Windkist Haven Farm
Peggy & Edward Nevells
158 Lagrange Road, Bradford
Horse Farm
This farm has a 6 stall barn, a small riding ring, and the beginnings of trails around the property. There are four horses, 2 of which are lesson horses. There is an assortment of other animals: dogs, cats, chickens. At 9:00 there will be a demonstration of a farrier trimming horses hooves; at 1:00 pm an equine sports therapist will be doing a demonstration and full equine massage.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Route 11 in Bradford take Lagrange Road east 1/2 mile, farm is on the left. Mailbox number is 158.

Kennebec and
Moose River
Valleys

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Kennebec

Fieldstone Gardens, Inc.
Maetta, Carleton & Steven Jones
620 Quaker Lane, Vassalboro
Perennial Plant Nursery and Tree Farm
Fieldstone Gardens is a fourth generation 220 acre farm and is the 1996 Maine Outstanding Tree Farm and 1996 Outstanding Tree Farm of the North East. Visit the perennial plant nursery and tree farm. Stroll through 10 acres viewing over 1000 varieties of hardy Maine grown perennials. There are extensive display gardens featuring perennial borders, shade gardens and specimen trees and shrubs. There will be tours of the perennial plant nursery and tree farm at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The tree farm tour will show timber stand improvements using thinning and pruning operations. Also, visit a 3 acre manmade woodland pond and a developed maple grove (sugar bush). Special activities will include how and why forest trees are pruned; importance of weeding and thinning timber stands; how to select and develop a wildlife pond; discussion of the development of a sugar bush; building a compost pile; and effective utilization of mulches. Perennial plant discussions will include observing perennials that blossom in midsummer and effective use of shade plants. On the web at: www.FieldstoneGardens.com
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Augusta: Follow Rt. 201 north, 10 miles from the east side rotary look for D.O.T. sign marking a right turn. Follow the signs from there. From Waterville: Follow Rt. 201 south almost 8 miles from the Waterville/Winslow bridge. Look for D.O.T. sign marking a left turn. Follow signs to the farm.

Friend's Folly Farm
Marcia Marron & S. Pogorelc
319 Norris Hill Road, Monmouth
Angora Goats, Fiber processing & Spinning Mill
They raise white and colored Angora goats for fiber, breeding stock, and pelts. The mill processes other farmers' fiber, alpaca, llama, sheeps' wool, and angora for hand spinners, felters and yarn for knitters and weavers. There will be fiber preparation and spinning demonstrations. Goat handling, management, and hoof trimming demonstrations. Felt making activities for children.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Winthrop take Route 202 South, turn left onto Blue Road, go 1 mile. At stop sign take left onto Norris Hill Road, 1/4 mile farm is on the left. From Lewiston take Route 202 North, turn right onto Blue Road, go 1 mile. At stop sign take left onto Norris Hill Road, 1/4 mile farm is on the left.

Hart-to-Hart Farm
Linda & Doug Hartkopf
Hussey Road, Albion
Organic Dairy
This is a 200 acre Certified Organic dairy nestled in the rolling hills of Albion. The farm consists of 70 Holstein and Jersey cows, greenhouse for young stock, stocked farm pond and rotational grazing areas for cows and poultry. Walk through our "Pizza Garden" and other gardens used for our camp programs. Spend the day exploring the ins and outs of sustainable farming and sampling our Farmstead Cheese. Participate with your children in making cheese and other agricultural activities at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. There will be a petting area on hand filled with farm animals. Farmstead Cheese and other farm products will be for sale.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Head north on Rt. 202 & 9 through Albion. Diagonally across from True Value Hardware (H. L. Keay) is the Hussey Road. Turn right onto Hussey Road, go 2 1/2 miles. Farm is located on left side of road. Look for Duck Pond Lane and signs.

Kelley Farm & Greenhouse
Chris & Lucie Kelley
Route 132, Monmouth
Greenhouse & Market Garden
This is a 6 acre family farm. They grow 1 acre of produce (mostly pumpkins) along with cut flowers. They have 2 greenhouses which are the mainstay of the business. There will be a quick lesson on how the farm operates. The will show how they manage the fields with livestock, how the garden benefits from the livestock (manure, etc); the benefits of compost and how they grow the crops without chemicals. There will be a small petting zoo with sheep, a goat and a pot bellied pig.
Open Farm Day Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Route 202 in Monmouth go south on Route 132 - 2.5 miles. Farm is on the left.

Maple Lane Farm
William, Robbi, Alexandra and Camrin Portela
Greeley Road, Windsor
Diversified Farm, Pottery Shop, Rural Photography
The Portela's raise draft horses, Belted Galloway cows, Milking Jersey cows, sheep, Aracauna chickens. They also have a small orchard, pottery and gift shop. Observation of brooding baby chickens. Antique farm equipment, wind/solar technologies will be discussed along with pasture management and rotational grazing. There will be pottery demonstrations, garden tours, livestock feeding and a petting zoo.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Rt. 105 between Windsor and Somerville, 2 miles east of Rt. 32 and Hussey's General Store. 12 miles east of eastside traffic circle. Take 32 south from Rt. 3. Take 32 north from Rt. 17, take 105 east from eastside traffic circle in Augusta.

Snafu Acres
R. Ivan & Nancy Smith
259 Tillson Road, Monmouth
Diversified Dairy Farm
This is a diversified dairy farm utilizing rotational grazing pasture management. They milk 60 Jersey and Holstein cows at separate locations. At the farmhouse they raise their own calves for future milk cows and as natural grass-fed veal and beef. In addition they raise natural pastured poultry and eggs. Farm products will be available for purchase. Visitors are welcome to tour the calf raising facility and the pastured poultry area. Visitors will be able to participate in butter making. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
From downtown Monmouth take Route 135 east 2.7 miles. Turn right on the Tillson Road. The farmhouse is one half mile up the road on the right.

Spruce Ledge Deer Farm & Venison Market
Simone & Franklin Kramer
2455 West River Road, Sidney
Fallow and Red/Elk Deer
We have 35 stags, 66 hinds and about 50 fawns this year. Some of them will eat right out of your hand (we provide the bread). You will learn about deer, how to raise and care for them, and all the fun and interesting things deer do. Our venison market will be open and you can sample some meat. In addition to venison, we sell fence, cedar posts, hayracks and related deer farming equipment. We look forward to visiting with you.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rt. 104 between Waterville and Augusta. South from Waterville - 10 miles - farm is on the left. North from Augusta - 7 miles - farm is on the right. From I-95, exit 32, East on Lyon Road to Rt. 104 (1/2 mile), turn right on Rt. 104, 3 miles to the farm.

Wicked Cute Farm & Dairy
Ellen & Jerry Bilodeau
Route 27, Pittston
Goat Dairy
This is a small goat dairy housing 2-3 dairy goats, and a few laying hens on a 2 acre parcel of land. All animals are used in the production of soap, and pet treats.. There will be tours of the farm, informational handouts on the benefits of goat milk and refreshments will be available. There will be goat milk products on display and for sale.. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Augusta take Route 27 South. Farm is on the right 1/4 mile after Troops Variety Store. From Wiscasset/Dresden take 27 North. Farm is on the left 2.4 miles after Pittston town Line. Farm sign at driveway.

Somerset

L. C. Bates Museum/Good Will Farm
Good Will Home Association
Route 201, Hinckley
Farm Museum Exhibit - Dairy & Market Garden
The Good Will Farm is a 60-milking cow dairy herd. There are small animals and gardens including a children's garden. The Museum exhibits old farm equipment including the exhibit "Empty Barns and Abandoned Pastures" There will be tours of the dairy farm, including daily activities on the farm. There will be hayrides from the farm to the museum. There will be tours of the museum exhibit about farming.
Open Farm Day Hours: 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.
From I95 Exit 36 head north on Rt. 201. Go approximately 6-7 miles. The campus of Good Will-Hinckley will be on your left.

North Star Orchards
Judith & Everett Dimock
Orchard Road, Madison
Orchard
Activities will include wagon rides through the orchard, tours of storage and packing facilities, cider mill and retail store. Demonstrations of horticultural procedures, equipment or products will depend on the weather.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Skowhegan, follow Route 201 north to the Lakewood golf course, and turn left onto the Golf Course Road. At the next stop sign, turn right onto Route 43. Look for the second left - Orchard Road. North Star Orchards is located at the end of Orchard Road. Look for our directional signs at all of these turns. From Madison village, follow Route 43 east to Orchard Road and look for directional signs.

Oak Ridge Farm
Roger & Deborah Poulin
109 West Front Street, Skowhegan
Icelandic Sheep Farm
Oak Ridge Farm is a locally operated farm specializing in naturally raised Icelandic Sheep. The products include quality breeding stock, fleece, wool, yarn, and finished wool products. The meat is lightly flavored gourmet lamb raised on all natural feeds and grasses.. Educational material and samples of natural feed and grasses will be on display. There will also be educational material pertaining to sheep and llama management. The flock will be within viewing range and the 2003 lambs will be on display. Icelandic wool in different forms of processing will be on display. There will be felting demonstrations at 12 noon and 3:00 p.m.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Located on Route 2, 1/2 mile west of the Skowhegan bridges. They are between the Dexter Shoe Outlet and Kyes Motel.

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Bell Farms, Inc.
Emile, Terry, Ray & Dave Bell
1552 Riverside Drive, Auburn
Crop Farm, Rotation with Corn & Potatoes
100 acres of potatoes are grown and 330 acres of corn. Sixty acres are in sweet corn production with the remaining 270 acres of corn grown for grain - only the kernels are harvested. On Open Farm Day, tours of the operation will be given, including the storage facility on Riverside Drive. They also have a retail store at the site of the storage facility.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rt. 136, 4 miles south from South Bridge in Auburn.

Caldwell Farms
Ralph, Sandra, Lawrence & Hilda Caldwell
313 North Parish Road, Turner
Diversifed Organic Dairy Farm
This is an organic dairy farm with 150 milkers. They also have a 140 head organic and natural beef herd. They will be serving samples of the beef and organic milk. They will share the history of the Caldwell farm from conventional to organic. There will be discussions of care and feeding of organic beef. The farmers market trailer will be open. There will be young stock throughout the barns, horses in the pasture and flower gardens to stroll through.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Route 4 - take Route 117 North and follow it through Turner Center. The farm is 1 1/2 miles up on the right from Turner Center. There is a sign at the foot of the hill and the barn is on top of the hill.

Jillson's
Patricia & Edward Jillson
Jordan Brige Road, Sabattus
Vegetables, Farm Animals, Maple Syrup
The farm has vegetables and small fruit, a small saw mill, sugar bush and sugarhouse, greenhouses with perennials and cut flowers.There will be a chicken Bar-B-Que, ice cream, hayrides, nature trails, and barn and sugarhouse tours. You can visit the animals and taste maple syrup and honey.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Take Rt. 126 east from Lewiston. About 5 -6 miles at Cumberland Farm intersection take a right and watch for signs. Take Rt. 9 from Brunswick or Lisbon and watch for signs.

Nezinscot Farm
Gloria & Gregg Varney
Route 117, Turner
Diversified Organic Dairy, Sheep,Goat, Vege & Farm Store
This is a sustainable and diverse organic farm. We offer a wide variety of organic products along with our own beef, veal, lamb, pork, chicken, and free range turkeys. We have a herd of 100 dairy cows which produce organic milk for Stonyfield yogurt and organic Valley Co-op as well as milk from a small herd of dairy goats which goes primarily into our cheeses. Bring the family by to visit the animals, sample our cheeses and meats, tour through the gardens, have lunch at the farm or just have tea in our new tea house. Felting and spinning demonstrations will take place throughout the day. Garlic harvesting and tastings will be taking place throughout the day. Come participate in the harvest, tasting, and the wonderful smell of garlic.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Rt. 4 take Rt. 117 North - 1 mile on left and right. White barn with red face. Farm sign on the left. Midway between Turner Center and Turner Village.

Norlands Living History Center
290 Norlands Road, Livermore
Historic Farm of the late 1800's
Norlands is a 445 acre living history site, open year-round, which uses its land and six historic buildings to re-create 19th century rural Maine for visitors of all ages. It is Maine's only year-round working history farm, with oxen, horses, cows, sheep, pigs and poultry, crops and seasonal activities. The costumed staff will delight visitors at the farm and the farmer's cottage with their stories and will also give wagon rides. The farm tour does not include the other buildings on the site. Both the barn and farmer's cottage will have much to teach visitors who will readily understand the difference in farming in the late 19th century when they are shown the old-time equipment used by both farmer and wife. Role playing staff will talk to visitors about farm life in the period. There will be wagon rides (for a small fee) with the farm horses and you will be offered lemonade and cookies in the farmer's cottage. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Lewiston and Auburn: Take Route 4 north; turn right onto Route 108; look for the Norlands sign; go left on Norlands Rd. From Augusta (one half hour): Take Route 202 west to Winthrop; then take Route 133 North to Wayne; turn left on Route 219 and right on Route 108; drive three miles to Norlands Road and turn right.

Sunnyside Gardens
Edith & Joel Ellis
500 North Parish Road, Turner
Perennial Nursery
The nursery offers over 900 varieties of perennials and complementary shrubs for sale, many of which are found displayed in the English style border gardens on the grounds of this c. 1820 farmhouse. A tour of the gardens will be at 11:00, discussing plant placement, choice and culture. Meet in front of the house. The owner will be on hand all day to answer questions about specific plants and their requirements. Cookies and ice tea will be served.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Rt. 4, take Rt. 117 through Turner Center. Continue on Rt. 117 for 2.3 miles. Farm on left. Or follow DOT signs from Rt. 4.

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Harnden's Harvest Hutch
Pamela Harnden & Family
Old Route 2, East Wilton
Diversified Fruit and Vegetable Farm
Harnden's Harvest Hutch raises numerous varieties of apples, including some popular heirlooms. They also grow highbush blueberries, herbs, flowers and mixed vegetables. There will be walking tours of the orchards, demonstration gardens showing how to use different mulches to control weeds, increase productions and/or extend the growing season. Refreshments will be served. Coloring contest for children, free recipes available.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Coming from Farmington on Routes 2& 4, take 1st right after the Agway Store. Coming from Wilton on Routes 2 & 4, take 1st left after NAPA Autoparts Store. Go about 1 1/2 miles, turn right onto McLaughlin Road. Turn into driveway on left.

Kingfield Flower Farm
Shelley O'Connor
56 Main Street (Rte 27), Kingfield
Cutflowers
This is a 35 acre farm which grows perennials, cut flowers and herbs. Plants are grown both in the fields and unheated hoop houses. There will be tours of the gardens with information on plants. There will also be tours of the hoophouses with information on growing cutflowers in the houses.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The farm is located on Route 27 - 1 mile south of Kingfield. There is a large rad barn and a sign- Kingfield Flower Farm

Shady Lane Farm
Michael, Martin & Becky Lane
108 Brahmer Road, New Vineyard
Dairy
This farm has a dairy milking facility with 45 cows and 80 head of young stock. They also raise horn Dorset sheep and Yorkshire hogs. They also produce maple syrup. You can tour the dairy barn and hog barn; see the poultry; and see the petting zoo known as Lane's Barnyard Friends. There will be wagon rides with Belgian horses. There will be demonstrations of boiling Maple Syrup.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Rt. 27 in New Vineyard take Rt. 234 towards N. Anson. Go about 2.5 miles, take first right (dirt road). The farm is in about 1/2 mile. From N. Anson take Rt. 234 towards New Vineyard about 8 or 9 miles (it will be the fifth left hand turn) Watch for the signs.

Tullibardine Farm, LLP
Jack & Susan Murray
Starks Road, New Sharon
Livestock, Forage, Farm Store and Kennels
This is a small, diversified family farm with 22 acres of improved pasture and hayfields, 1 acre of mixed vegetables available for sale through the farm store, and a 40 acre woodlot. It is also home to two minor breeds of draft animals: Norwegian Fjord horses and Chinook sled dogs. There will be educational displays on modern pasture management practices, and working small acreage farms with draft animals.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Route 2 in New Sharon, go north on Route 134 (Starks Road) 4 miles, farm is on the left.

Whitehill Farm
Michael & Amy LeBlanc
357 McCrillis Corner Road, East Wilton
Diversified Certified Organic, Heirloom Vegetables and Herbs
Whitehill Farm is 100 acres: 15 in hay, 5 in gardens and pasture, and 80 in woods. There are 60 raised beds, crops grown under cover, and gardens planted to vegetables, herbs, and everlasting flowers. There will be garden tours all day, showing organic and intensive techniques, vegetable trials, mulching, rotation, and cover crops. Composting, food dehydrating, root cellaring, seed saving, and season extension handouts available. Our small Kitchen Garden Store, where you can sample and purchase produce, organic vinegars, pesto, garlic and herb mixes will be open all day. Please come pat our pet donkeys ! Sun tea and lemonade available all day!
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Rt. 2 (at Franklin Memorial Hospital), south on 133, 1-1/2 miles to first four corners. Left on McCrillis Corner Road and up hill 1/2 mile. House is on the right across from white farm house.

Oxford County

A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm
Mary Ann Haxton & Marty Elkin
106 Black Mountain Road, Sumner
Diversified
This is a 30 acre diversified farm. They are beginning to work a Belgian draft horse to harvest firewood and haul sap for maple sugaring. They have laying hens year round and raise cornish-cross broiler chickens during the summers. They rotational graze sheep, goat, horse and chickens. The have a Cotswold sheep for stronger fibers for weaving. They are breeding Romney cross ewes to improve wool quality. The wool is used for homespun yarn. There will be farm tours with discussion of the traditional joinery timber farm barn under construction, pastured poultry, rotational grazing to improve pasture quality, and growing towards sustainable living on a small farm using organic methods. There will be felting demonstrations. The farm store will be open.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Route 26 go east on Route 219 approximately 7 miles. Turn left at Litchfield General Store. Less than 2 miles the road turns left, then bear left after 1/4 mile onto Black Mountain Road. Farm is 1 mile on the left. From Route 4 in Turner turn west onto 117 to Buckfield (9 miles). Turn right after Tilton's Store, cross bridge and right onto Route 140. North on 140 - 5 miles to "T". Turn left on Route 219. Go 5 miles to Litchfield General Store. Turn right and follow directions above.

Apple Acres Farm
William & Marilyn Johnson
Durgintown Road, South Hiram
Apple Orchard, Cider Mill
Apple Acres Farm is a 3rd generation family farm established in 1949. There are over 20 acres of orchards producing 10+ varieties of apples (available already picked or for PYO). Cider is produced on a 95 years old wooden cider press, which the public is welcome to watch. A unique line of gourmet apple specialties are produced on the farm. Children's activities include Apple Playland, Giant Haystack, Wagon rides and the infamous Apple Blaster. There is a farm gift store. There will be tours and demonstrations of apple tree graphting, varietal pruning and cider syrup production at 11:00 and 2:00.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Portland follow Route 25W into Cornish and then follow the Apple Acres Signs.

Carter's Farm
Anne & David Carter
Route 26, Oxford
Vegetable , Farm Market and Cross Country Ski
There will be balloons and games for the kids. The Carters will show and explain to the public how to extend the season with row covers; also how to grow vegetables without using pesticides by cultivating, hoeing, etc. There will be free refreshments. Visitors may hike or bike on the cross country ski trails. Rentals of canoes and kayaks will be available to use in the nearby river. There will also be a surprise presentation.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Rt. 26 in Oxford (Welchville) 200 yards south of Junction 121 and 26. From South Paris, 6 miles south on Rt. 26.

Hedgehog Hill Farm
Mark & Terry Silber
Bonney Rd/Hedgehog Hill Rd, East Sumner
Diversified Organic Herb & Flower Farm
The gardens include designed herb, annual and perennial beds as well as acres of production plants. There is a shop filled with products made from their own harvests and a small library. There are greenhouses filled with popular and unusual plants, and a lovely woods walk for people of all ages. At 2 o'clock there will be a tour of the garden and a lecture on herbs or everlastings. For more information check website at www.HedgehogHillFarm.com
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From S. Paris or Lewiston/Auburn take Rt. 117 to Buckfield. Signs in Buckfield, by bridge and church for Hedgehog Hill Farm. From Augusta, take Rt. 202 to Winthrop; Rt. 133 to Wayne; Rt. 219 to E. Sumner; sign for Hedgehog Hill Farm in E. Sumner, opposite the church.

Hill and Gully Llamas
Hilary Ware
15 Dunn Road, Norway
Llamas
Established in 1982, Hill and Gully was the first llama farm in Oxford County. We breed, raise and train llamas for use as fiber, companion and pack animals. The herd totals 10 at present. Three horses share barn space with these graceful camelids. Babies will entertain with their field frolicking. Come lead a pack llama and learn first hand about their natural curiosity and calm nature. See "Indiana Bones", our full-size teaching llama model 'give birth' or have her toenails 'trimmed'. Use llama fiber to make your own felt ball to take home - great cat toys! There will be a raw fiber to finished product display.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Route 118 north out of Norway, past lake, turn right onto Greenwood Road. 1 mile, take a left onto Norway Center Road. Go 3 miles to 4-way intersection. Turn left onto Morse Road. Go 1 mile and turn right on to Dunn Road. 1st drive on right.

Mountain Brook Farm
Dan & Cindy Mingle
219 Streaked Mountain Road, South Paris
Alpaca
Visit over 30 exotic alpacas at this family farm in the shadow of Streaked Mountain. Alpacas, native to South America, are smaller cousins of the llamas and boast a very fine, luxurious fiber. They are gentle, curious and come in a beautiful array of colors. Frolicking babies, yearlings and adults are anxious to meet you! There will be a display area of end products and demonstrations of processing alpaca fiber, including carding, spinning, knitting, weaving, and children's crafts.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Turner take Rt. 117 west to the center of Buckfield. Continue on Rt. 117 and go for approx. 5.5 miles. Look for the intersection with Lovejoy Road to the right and Streaked Mt. to the left. Take that left and follow for one mile to the gray farm on the right. From South Paris center, take Rt. 117 east for approx. 6 miles to intersection with Lovejoy Rd. to the left and Streaked Mt. to the right. Take the right and follow for one mile to gray farm on right.

Pooh Corner Farm
Carole & Richard Duplessis
Bog Road, Mason Twp.
Diversified Farm with Greenhouse
This is a 10,000 sq. ft. production greenhouse with cut flowers, perennials, and pumpkins as field crops. There will be ongoing behind the scenes greenhouse tours. There will be a presentation on floral design at 2:00 p.m. There will be animals to pet and refreshments will be available. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Take Rt. 2 west from Bethel to DOT sign for farm, take a left onto the Bog Road. Farm is about 2.5 miles down the road. Look for greenhouses.

Stoneheart Farm
John & Doreen Simmons
285 Streaked Mountaian Road, South Paris
Sheep
Stoneheart Farm raises Columbia sheep for breeding stock, wool and meat. Columbia sheep are a true all-american breed. Their fiber is excellent for spinning and knitting. There will be demonstrations of spinning, carding and knitting. There will be information and handouts on sheep production and management. Refreshments will be available and sheep, wool products and yarn will be available for sale.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Route 4, take Route 117 south and go approximatley 11.3 miles then turn left onto Streaked Mountain Road. The farm is 1.3 miles on the right.

Swallow Song Farm
Tim McGuire & Beth Myers
1460 Intervale Road, Bethel
Diversified Organic Veg, Herb, Perennials, Eggs
Built in 1776 this is one of the oldest homes in the area and has always been a farm. It was reestablished in 1998 as an organic farm. There are 25 acres of open land bordered by the Androscoggin River. There is a circa 1850 post and beam barn, modern greenhouse and tomato house coldframe. There will be kite flying and children can feed chickens, check nests for eggs. There will be complimentary refreshments, and the farm store will be open. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Take Route 2 west to Rumford center. Go south on Route 232 over the bridge; turn right on East Bethel Road. Farm is 5 miles on right. OR take Route 26 North to Bethel. Turn right on Intervale Road at 'Welcome to Bethel' sign. Farm is 7 miles on the left.

Troika Drafts & The Shoeing Shop
Vicki Schmidt & Frank Walker
955 Buckfield Road, Hebron
Working Draft Horse Farm
Troika Drafts is New England's only full service draft horse facility. Training and lessons are provided for working and show drafts. The farm also hosts an on-site farrier shop, as well as carriage, equipment and harness shops. Though drafts of all breeds are welcome the farm specializes in shires. There will be informational displays on shoeing techniques, types of shoes and uses. Tours and information on caring for drafts and their versatility on modern farms of today. There will be a haying demo, weather permitting. Shoeing and harnessing demos, tours of woodlot and hayfield operations.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Mechanic Falls, follow Route 124 to East Hebron. The farm is 2 1/2 miles past Hebron Pines Campground. From Route 4 in Turner take Route 117 towards Buckfield. Follow signs to Route 124. Farm is 2 1/2 miles past Roundabout Farm Perennials.

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Agricola Farms
Mark Hedrich & Linda Rose
Route 17, Union
Diversified
117-acre sheep, hay, flower and vegetable farm using intensive rotational grazing pasture management, floating row covers and greenhouses for seedlings and early tomato production. More than 300 varieties of vegetables are grown on 9 acres, including many heirloom types. The farm's flowers and vegetables are sold at the farmstand and at farmers' markets in Camden and Rockland. Learn about our 45-family Community Supported Agriculture(CSA) program. Demonstrations of spinning and weaving fiber; wool and cashmere. Medomak Valley High School Heirloom Seed Project members will discuss heirloom vegetables and seed saving. Come visit the lambs, goats, mini donkey and ponies. View the landmark 3-story barn, greenhouses and gardens, children's exhibits and scenic pastures overlooking historic Round Pond while you sample farm-made treats.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Corner of Rt. 17 and Clarry Hill Rd. 1 mile west of Union Village on Rt. 17; 12 miles west of Camden, 26 miles east of Augusta.

Black Locust Farm
Lance & Yvonne Taylor
15 Old County Road, Washington
Cashmere Goat
Black Locust Farm has close to 100 cashmere goats that range over 60 acres of fields and woods. The goats keep the pasture free of weeds and brush for the horses and they produce one of the softest fibers in the world. The farm also has horses, geese, and one American Guinea Hog (a small black pig). If there is interest there will be demonstrations of packing with goats. The Taylors will also discuss the cashmere fiber, how to assess its quality, how to harvest it and what the current market is like. They will have cashmere batt & yarn for sale.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Rt. 17 take Rt. 220N through the village of Washington, go 3-1/2 miles , turn left onto Old County Road which after 1/4 mile veers off towards the left and becomes a dirt road. Go 1/4 mile on dirt section.. The farm is the second place on the right. From Rt. 3 go about 6 miles south on Rt. 220, at first four way intersection turn right onto Old County Road.

Brae Maple Farm
Andrea & Allan Smith
233 North Union Road, Union
Diversified Organic
Walk through 2+ acres of MOFGA certified organic vegetable, herb, dry flower, and "Master Gardener" vegetable and perennial display gardens. Enjoy the pastoral views from our historic 1787 farmstead and visit with Scotch Highland cattle, sheep, angora goats, and miniature, standard and mammoth donkeys. Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer garden questions and show their display gardens which demonstrate various vegetable growing techniques using many interesting vegetable varieties. This year the Master Gardeners will demonstrate drip irrigation methods for the home gardener. A master gardener bee keeper will have an educational bee keeping display. Spinning demonstrations will be ongoing as well as Garden Art by local artist Priscilla Cross. Herbal refreshments and free recipes.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Union going west on Rt. 17, take first right after John Deere tractors onto North Union Road. Go 1/4 mile - first farm on the right. Look for signs.

Merryspring Horticultural Nature Park
Kerry Hardy, Director
Conway Road, Camden
Nature Park
This is a 66 acre nature park devoted to the study of horticulture and nature. We maintain many theme gardens, a ten acre arboretum of native trees and shrubs and over 4 miles of hiking trails. Our educational activities include self-guided arboretum tours, hiking and other activities.
Open Farm Day Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
From the south and west, take Route 90 off Route 1 in Warren. This will rejoin Route 1 in Rockport, at which point you turn left and proceed northerly for about 1 mile. Conway Road will be a sharp left at the top of a hill, just in front of the Subway restaurant. From the north, take Route 1 through the town of Camden. From the center of town, It's about 6/10 of a mile to Conway Road on your right.

Seabreeze Farm
Brian & Bonnie Robinson
414 Cushing Road, Friendship
Diversified
The farm raises ADGA Registered Saanen dairy goats, pigs, rare breed Royal Palm turkeys, Rouen ducks, Toulouse geese, Araucana(blue egg) chickens, old English bantams, and rabbits, herbs vegetables and fruits. The farm stand will be open and there will be animals to view and pet. They will be glad to answer any questions on small scale animals and vegetable farming. Snacks, coffee and punch will be provided.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
On Route 97 (Cushing Road) 2 miles from Friendship Village.

Spruce Mountain Blueberries
Molly Sholes
Mount Pleasant Street, West Rockport
Blueberry Farm
Spruce Mountain Blueberries grows wild Maine blueberries, sells some fresh-pack, freezes some for the 6 blueberry products they make in the kitchen, and sells some to blueberry processors. There will be tours of the blueberry fields, winnowing equipment and farm kitchen. U-pick if any berries are ripe. There will also be explanations of fresh-pack techniques and how Spruce Mountain Blueberry chutney is made.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From the light at the intersection of Rt. 17 & 90 proceed on Rt. 17 towards Augusta. Take 1st left (about 1 block up from stoplight) onto Mt. Pleasant St. Bear right, road goes up and turns to dirt. Two miles from traffic light road makes right angle turn to right, farm is yellow cape in the turn.

Lincoln County

Beau Chemin Farm
Wayne and Jo Ann Myers
1749 Finntown Road, Waldoboro
Preservation Farm
This is a preservation farm focusing on 17th and 18th C livestock and plants. They are MOFGA certified for all their plants and hay. The livestock are raised using organic principles in mind but are not certified organic. The vegetables and flowers are production raised for market sale. They are transitioning to heritage varieties. The heritage breeds of livestock are Old North Atlantic breeds of sheep including Soay sheep, Shetland sheep, Silver Dorking chickens, and Dominique chickens. They also have Jersey cattle, donkeys, and a couple of ducks. They also have a collection of antique spinning wheels, including an unusual walking wheel and can talk about them with visitors.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Moody's Restaurant in Waldoboro, proceed north on Rte 1 approximately 4 miles. Watch for Finntown Road sign on right hand side of the road. (You will have passed the "entering Warren" sign.) Take the right onto Finntown Road, proceed 3 1/2 miles. Farm is on top of the hill. There is a farm sign. Barns are on the right hand side, house is on the left. From the intersection of Rte 90 and Rte 1 in Warren, proceed south on Rte 1approximately 1 mile. Watch for Finntown Road sign on the left hand side of the road. Note that the Maine Gazeteer shows Finntown Road as Martin Road.

County Fair Farm
Andy & Sue Williamson
Route 32, Jefferson
Apple Orchard, Vegetables, Sweet Corn and Farm Stand. Come see the fields, barns, apple orchard, and pondside vegetable stand. There will be walking tours and wagon rides, too. Be sure to visit the sows, piglets and other baby farm animals. The farm stand will be open with fresh produce, Maine products and lots of information. Lots of fun for everyone.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
On Rt. 32, halfway between junctions of 32 and Rt. 17 (to the north) and the junction of 32 and Rt. 126 (to the south).

Dyer's Valley Farm
The Russell Family 21 Holstein Lane, Newcastle
Dairy
This 400 cow dairy farm milks 200 Holsteins twice a day. A new milking barn was added in 1995. They will offer basic information on dairy farming, milking and raising calves. There will be barn tours, hayrides and samples of dairy foods.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Damariscotta take Rt. 215 to Rt. 194 farm is on the right 1/2 mile off Rt. 194 on Holstein Lane. From Augusta take Rt. 194 farm is approx. 25 miles on the left. From Rt. 1, turn on to Sheepscot Road at O. W. Holmes - travel to North Newcastle Rd. at stop sign turn right onto Rt. 194 farm is on the left.

Goranson Farm
Rob Johanson & Jan Goranson
250 River Road, Dresden
Diversified Vegetable
We are primarily a vegetable farm with a farm market and a Community Supported Agriculture program in which 175 families participate. We also grow strawberries, field grown mums, cut flowers and dried flowers. We have 4 greenhouses with greenhouse tomatoes, flowers and herb seedlings. On the farm we also raise chickens and pigs. There will be tractor/wagon ride tours every hour. Vegetables and berries in season, our own maple syrup and maple syrup candy will be for sale.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
1 mile south of Junction of Rt. 197 & Rt. 128 in Dresden, or take Rt. 27 from Gardiner or Wiscasset, turn onto Rt. 128. Head south 4 miles, cross Rt. 197 staying on Rt. 128 go 1 mile. It is the first farm on the left.

Morris Farm
Morris Farm Trust
156 Gardiner Road, Rt 27N, Wiscasset
Organic Dairy, Vegetables, & Raspberries, Free-range poultry
The Morris Farm is a non-profit educational farm that is situated on 60 acres mostly comprised of pasture land. The farm is home to a small organic dairy herd, laying hens, pigs, organically managed, 1/2 acre, you-pick raspberry patch, organic vegetable garden, and young apple orchard. The farm also hosts educational programs throughout the year for children and adults. There will be farm tours throughout the day, please call for specific times. Evening milking is at 4:00p.m. Try milking a cow and also watch the machine milking.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
From the North, take Route 1 South to Wiscasset, turn right onto Route 27N towards Augusta. The farm is 3/4 mile down the road on the left, right next to the Primary School. From the South, take Route 1 North to Wiscasset, turn left onto Route 27N, follow directions above.


NEWAIM Farm Alpacas
Al Maloney and Nancy Williams
13 Robinson Rd, Waldoboro
Alpaca Breeding Farm
NEWAIM Farm was established in 1999. We currently have approximately 20 alpacas on the property including 4 born this spring. Alpacas are originally from South America and they come in 22 different colors including true black. Alpacas produce fiber that is very soft and warm. The fleece contains no lanolin which makes preparation for spinning much less labor intensive than sheep's wool. An adult alpaca weighs about 140 to 180 pounds. They are intelligent, gentle creatures and they are easy to handle. There will be spinning demonstrations through out the day. Fleece, roving, yarn and finished alpaca products will be available for sale. If you have additional questions, call us at 207 832-5162, email newaim@midcoast.com or visit our web site www.newaim.com
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
We are located in Waldoboro. We are easy to find from US Rt 1. Rt 220 crosses Rt 1 at Moody's Diner in Waldoboro. Follow Rt 220 approximately 5.5 miles north of Rt 1 (this will be a right hand turn if you are going south on Rt 1). Rt 220 will bear left, if you go straight you will go onto a dirt road called the Robinson Rd. We are located at the intersection of Rt 220 and the Robinson Rd on the right hand side.
From Rt 17 in Washington, turn south on Rt 220 and go 4.8 miles. We will be on your left as you make a turn to the right on Rt 220.

Pine Knoll Farm
Sheila and Danny Knowles
Thayer Road, Whitefield
Diversified Animal Farm
The farmhouse dates to the early 19th century and sits on a hill overlooking the town of Alna. The farm has milking cows, calves and heifers, chickens of all ages (in fact chicks will be hatching or just hatched on OFD), rabbits, including very young ones of varied colors being raised for the pet market and a flock of natural colored border Leicester sheep. The activities for the day are co-sponsored by the Maine Sheep Breeders Association with the participation of members of the Kennebec Valley Sheep Breeders. The day will feature talks about different breeds of sheep and a celebration of wool products: raw fleece, handspun and machine spun yarn, knitted and woven items, sheepskins and Maine wool blankets. Activities will include spinning on a drop spindle, handspinning on a wheel, and halter training sheep. There will be a small petting zoo. Cold drinks will be provided.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thayer Road runs from Route 218 to Route 194 (at the Route 194 end it is called Nash Road) HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

UNCAS Farms
Rebecca Haines
98 Townhouse Road, Whitefield
Vegetable and Berry Farm
This is a small family farm located on 180 acres in the Sheepscot Valley. They produce maple syrup, hay, strawberries, raspberries, a variety of vegetables, apples and Christmas trees. The farm also includes 50 acres of managed woodland. The farm store offers natural and organic foods and fresh produce. They offer locally produced products, fresh breads, a CSA and pre-order buying group as well as local meats, eggs and cheeses. There will be self guided tours of the farm and vegetable gardens. There will be hay rides with tours of the maple sugar bush, apple orchard, and Sheepscot River. There will be free samples of local products and information on local food producers. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day !
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Route 126 take Townhouse Road, farm is 1/4 mile on the left.

Windsong Herbs & Gardens
Elizabeth & Jeffrey Kellett
26 Windsong Way, Walpole
Diversifed Organic Herb
The farm has a 40' greenhouse, 20 raised garden beds for growing stock, display plants and 'pick-your-own' herbs and flowers. They sell organically certified seedlings and plants as well as fresh and dried herbs and flowers, wreaths, arrangements, oils, vinegars and a few specialty veggies. Walk through the gardens to 'pick-your-own' herbs & flowers. View displays of edible herbs and flowers, herbal vinegars, oils and teas. Complimentary iced herbal teas and herbal refreshments. Recipes will be available.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Damariscotta, take Rt. 129/Rt 130. Right on Rt. 129 towards South Bristol. Go 5 miles then left on Harrington Road. Farm 1/4 mile on left.

Sagadahoc County

Chase Tavern Farm Academy Road, Bowdoin
Alpacas, Llamas, Sheep, Fiber Animals
Chase Tavern Farm, Maine's largest alpaca farm with over 100 alpacas, including Huacaya & Suri. A full-time family farm, Chase Tavern Farm offers alpacas and their related products including rovings, handspun yarns and hand-made alpaca or alpaca/blend items. Breeding stock as well as pet-quality alpacas on display. Nationally recognized farm in the industry. We welcome you and your family. Come enjoy the day with ALPACAS ! !
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From I-95 take Exit 26. Go west on Rt. 197, at Libby Tozier Elementary School turn left (Litchfield Corners), 1 mile south on dirt road. From Sabattus, Rt. 197 East to Libby Tozier Elementary School, turn right, 1 mile south on dirt road.

Flying Changes Center for Therapeutic Riding
Barbara Doughty
Route 201, Topsham
Therapeutic Riding Facility
FCC provides equine facilitated therapy to special needs/at risk children and adults. Programs include riding, carriage driving, and recreational vaulting, and are designed to meet the needs of physical, emotional, or developmental challenge. Also offered is a summer horsemanship day camp and a youth community service program. There will be riding/driving/vaulting demonstrations; video presentations; and grooming and tacking demonstrations. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Open Farm Day Hours: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From the Topsham intersection of Rt. 201 and Rt. 196, go north on Rt. 201 toward Richmond. Center is approximately 3 miles from intersection on right.

Waldo County

Cellardoor Winery & Vineyard
John & Stephanie Clapp
367 Youngtown Road, Lincolnville
Vineyard-winery
The vineyard is located in the valley between the Camden Hills and Levansellar Mountain. The land has been farmed since the 1700's mostly as a dairy farm. It has been home to Maine's largest vineyard for 5 years. They have over 6 acres of grapes, over 500 vines. They have a sales and tasting room in the 1790's barn. They will be speaking about grape pruning and basic trellising at 10 am and 1 pm. At 11 am and 2 pm they will offer tours of the vineyard, cellar and tasting room.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Camden take Route 52 past Megunticook Lake (5 miles). Take the 1st right onto Youngtown Road. Go 1 mile. From Belfast take Route 52 for about 12 miles. Turn left on to Youngtown Road. Go 1 mile.

Kelmscott Farm
Kelmscott Rare Breed Foundation Education
Van Cycle Road, Lincolnville
Rare Breeds
Kelmscott Farm is a non-profit educational foundation dedicated to the conservation of endangered livestock breeds including an American Cream Horse; Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs; ancient White Park Cattle; Kerry cattle; Jacob, Cotswold, and Soay sheep; a Dartmoor pony and a variety of rare poultry breeds. There will be wagon rides on Open Farm Day.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From the North take Rt. 1 to Belfast and turn right on Rt. 52. Travel about 6 miles to Pitcher Pond on your left - the farm is the next road on the right (Van Cycle Road - Fire Lane 90). From the South take Rt. 1 to Camden. At the library turn left onto Rt. 52 past Megunticook Lake to Lincolnville Center. Continuing on Rt. 52 travel 4.2 miles and turn left onto Van Cycle Road.

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Blueberry Hill Farm
Kevin & Darlene Ham
Lebanon Road, Acton
Pick-Your-Own Highbush Blueberries
There are 10 acres of highbush blueberries and a small apple and peach orchard. We will be available to answer questions about the care of highbush blueberries or the management of a pick-your-own farm. Picnic area available for your enjoyment. Free recipes and free refreshments will be available.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Located 5 miles off Rt. 202 just over the Lebanon town line in Acton, Maine. Look for their signs on Rt. 202 and at the end of their road.

Days Meadow Farm
Dan Fleishman & Claudia Berman
889 Alewive Road, Kennebunk
Certified Organic Vegetables - Natural Poultry
This farm is comprised of 65 acres of fields and woods. They incorporate soil building techniques in the management of the 1 1/2 acres of mixed vegetables. Organic mulches are extensively used to control weeds and conserve soil moisture. Poultry is raised on pasture. Walking trails lead to the Kennebunk River and open to visitors. There will be walking tours of vegetable gardens pointing out growing techniques, mulching procedures, and soil improvement. Guided walks will be offered each hour on the hour.
Open Farm Day Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Alewive Road is Route 35. Days Meadow Farm is located 4 1/2 miles north of Turnpke Exit 3 and 2 1/2 miles south of Route 111. Look for sign at end of driveway.

Greenbriar Llama Karma Farm
Lynd & Jeanne Blatchford
759 Turkey Street, North Berwick
Llama
The farm is raising llamas for sale to farmers needing guard animals for sheep or other livestock, individuals seeking companion animals, and other llama breeders. They specialize in helping first-time llama buyers to acquire llamas most appropriate to their needs. Fleece production is another goal of the farm. Their foundation stock consists of twenty-three llamas. A tour of the farm followed by a question and answer period will cover all aspects of llamas including, but not limited to, care, feeding, reproduction, uses, physiology and history. Children will have the opportunity to work on a small loom. For those interested in fiber arts (weaving, knitting, spinning) we will conduct a tour of our fiber arts studio, on request.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Exit 2 on the Maine Turnpike take Route 9 into North Berwick center. At the traffic light turn right onto Route 4. Take the second left, Lebanon Road, to Five Corners (about 1 1/2 miles). At Five Corners cross directly over to Turkey Street. Follow Turkey Street for 3 1/2 miles. The farm is on the left. Look for the sign.

Harris Farm
Harris Family
280 Buzzell Road, Dayton
Diversified Dairy and Vegetable
Harris Farm is a diversified dairy farm specializing in direct marketing their own farm grown products including glass-bottled milk, butter, beef and veal, vegetables and sweet corn. During Open Farm Day the annual "Lunch on the Land" will be held. This old-fashioned picnic lunch from 11:00 - 2:00 will feature the farm's own products as well as homemade salads and desserts. An antique tractor show, music, and guided tractor-drawn hay ride tours of the farm will be available.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Me turnpike take Exit 3 - head north on Rt. 35 - 11 1/2 miles through Goodwins Mills to Buzzell Road on right. Travel 1 mile east. From inland Maine take Rt. 35 south through intersection of Rt. # 5 to Buzzell Road. Turn left and travel 1 mile east.

Jones Farm
Ridley family and Becky and Jason Harris (new owners)
Goding Road, Lebanon
Just completed a Three Rivers Land Trust Conservation Easement to protect 538 acres of farm and forest land that was in the Jones family since 1786. Learn about the easement and see dairy and beef animals on pasture, prime hayland, sweet corn, pumpkins, farm ponds and woodland.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon
Directions: Route 202 west to East Lebanon light, turn right onto Depot Road to North Lebanon. Continue 1/2 mile on Milton Mills Road, take right on to Goding Road, continue 1/2 mile and farm is on the right.

Leary Farm, Inc.
James and Edna Leary
269 Flag Pond Road, Saco
Dairy
A family dairy farm in the same location for over 60 years, with about 100 holsteins. All replacement heifers are raised on site. Milkers are housed in a conventional stanchion barn, fed baled hay and round bale silage. Approximately 250 tillable acres and 300 acres of woodland. Portable sawmill on nearby woodlot. There will be tours of the barn and facilities, and discussions of husbandry, management, and cropping practices.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Maine turnpike northbound take Exit 5 onto I-195 to Route 1 - take Route 2 North for approximately 3.5 miles -turn west on Flag Pond Road for 1.7 miles. From Maine turnpike southbound take Exit 6 and travel approximately 4.5 miles south on Rt. 1 - turn west on Flag Pond Road for 1.7 miles.

Long Plains Alpacas
Maria MacDonald & Desmond Williams
301 Long Plains Road, Buxton
Alpaca Farm
This 1760's farm house and barn are under restoration. They house 11 alpacas in what was the milking parlor. There will be information on alpaca farming from set-up to husbandry and marketing. Raw fleece, yarn, rovings and finished products made from their alpacas will be available for purchase.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From outer Congress Street in Portland (route 22) follow this through to Buxton. They are just before the intersection of Route 22 and Route 112. It is the old farm with attached barn on the left.

McDougal Orchards
Robert, Ellen & Evan McDougal
201 Hanson Ridge Road, Springvale
Diversified Family Farm
This is a seventh generation family farm located on approximately 300 acres. The primary crop is apples with other tree fruit (pears, plums & nectarines) on a limited scale as well as sweet corn and specialty crops catering to the fall market. There will be self-guided tours and samples of fresh sliced apple products. Maps will be provided with informational signs and displays at various stops during the tour. Family members will be on hand to answer questions.
Open Farm Day Hours: 9::00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From Route 109 take Route 202 West for 1/2 mile. Take a right on Hanson Ridge Road. Farm is approximately one mile on the right.

Neverdun Farm
Marylyn & Stacy Wentworth
259 Log Cabin Road, Arundel
Diversified Organic
This is a self-sufficient cooperative with a large vegetable garden, a small market garden, a family milk cow or two, chickens, turkeys and pigs. They also have many solar collection devices, along with a small strawbale cottage and a small sawmill for their own lumber needs. They have recently begun to use permaculture design to meet long term needs. There will be garden tours, discussions of permaculture, and tours of the solar mechanics, and straw bale cottage. They will share the ways the Neverdun Farm cooperative works together to live lighter on the earth. Some farm members run a CSA program at the farm. People who join the CSA receive fresh vegetables weekly in exchange for the purchase of various size shares. Sample their vegetables and herb teas for refreshment.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
From Kennebunk, Rt. US 1 North approximately 2 1/2 miles, turn right at the lights onto Log Cabin Road, go to the railroad tracks. Farm is the second driveway on the left. From Biddeford, take US Rt. 1 South, approximately 3 1/2 miles to the lights, turn left onto Log Cabin Road, go across the railroad tracks, Farm is the second driveway on the left.

Old School House Farm
Dean & Suzan Taylor
Goose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport
Diversified Organic Farm
The Taylors raise organic meats: lamb, chicken, duck turkey, and pork. There are self pick flowers at the farm stand. They raise Haflinger horses to drive and ride. They raise and breed border collies. They use solar power and operate a bed and breakfast. There will be solar power tours, animals to see and raw wool, roving, felt and yarn. Various activites are planned throughout the day. Contact the farm for details and costs.
Open Farm Day Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From the turnpike take exit 4 - Biddeford. Go straight through the light (Rt 111) at 2nd light turn right on Route 1 south. Go 3-4 miles. At 1st light turn left on Log Cabin Road. Go 3-4 miles and turn left on Goose Rocks Road. Go 2 miles (# 162) Park at the farm stand.

Ridley Farm,
Roger & Karen Ridley
Nason Road, Shapleigh
Open Farm Day Hours: 10 AM - 4 PM
Small diverse farm featuring dairy, sheep,vegetables and maple sugar products. A Farm Store onsite will be open and produce will be available. Milking activities will be featured in the afternoon.
Directions: Rte 109 N to Mousam Lake & Rte 11. Approximately 3 miles on Rte 11 to Shapleigh Corner to blinking light; straight onto Owl's Nest Road. Go 1 mile, Nason Road is 1st road on right.

Russell Acres Red Deer Farm
Caroline & Philip Parker
1797 Alewive Road, Kennebunk
Red Deer
The Walker-Russell farm is a working deer farm which has been in the family since 1874. Farmhouse is on National Registry of Historic Places and constructed in 1754. There will be discussions on the breeding of red deer, venison, and nutrition. They will offer venison samples during the day.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rt. 111 south onto Rt. 35, 5 1/2 miles . Farm on the left. Or exit 3 Maine Turnpike, west on Rt. 35 for 1.8 miles. Farm is on the right.

Snell Family Farm
John & Ramona Snell
1000 River Road, Bar Mills
Vegetables, Greenhouse, Perennials, Maple, Apples
This is a sustainable, diversified farm focusing on retail with an option for CSA membership. The season begins with maple production followed by greenhouse crops, vegetables and an apple crop sold Pick-Your-Own. Aquatic plants, including beautiful water lilies, shelter a rainbow of frogs. They will offer walking tours of the farm, an explanation of conservation practices, drip irrigation, cover crops, wildlife accommodations, and crop rotation. Visitors will be able to participate in the garlic harvest finger out a few new potatoes and visit the greenhouses and sample fresh vegetables.
Open Farm Day Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From Portland follow Route 22 west, from Gorham take Route 202 west, from Saco follow Rte 112, 10 miles north.