4th Annual Farm and Harvest Tour Set for October 4th

Annie Chesnut On October 4, 2009, from 11am to 4pm, pack a picnic lunch and spend the day in the countryside visiting one of Putnam’s unique farms, Willow Ridge Farm at 174 Canopus Hollow Road, in Putnam Valley. Putnam County Soil & Water Conservation District has partnered with the Putnam County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board for Putnam County’s 4th Annual Farm and Harvest Tour.

There will be talks regarding the benefits and struggles of farming today, several demonstrations, activities, animals, farm fresh products, a farmers’ market, tastings and music. You can also take home a pumpkin just in time for Halloween.

Putnam is one of the best kept secrets in the Hudson Valley, with beautiful views of the countryside. Purchase some fresh farm products and make a picnic lunch, have a snack, or take food home and make a harvest dinner. You can also enjoy dinner at one of the fabulous restaurants in the area.

For more information, please call Lauri Taylor at 845-878-7918 or visit www.putnamcountyny.com/farmtours