93 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Phone: 724-852-5210 / Fax: 724-627-5428
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m., Monday—Friday
WHAT IS AGRITOURISM:
Most broadly defined, agritourism involves any agriculturally-based operation or activity that brings tourists/visitors to a farm or agricultural entity (store, events, activities, produce, farm stays, etc.).
Agritourists can choose from a wide range of activities that might include picking fruits and vegetables, riding horses, tasting honey, learning about wine and cheesemaking, or shopping in farm gift shops and farm stands for locally grown produce or hand-crafted gifts.
GREENE COUNTY AGRITOURISM: (Source of portions of the information below: 2008-2009 Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency Visitors Guide, pg 10-14)
Take a break from the rush of daily life as you step into the country for some 'Northern Charm and Southern Hospitality'. In Greene County, we appreciate the simple pleasures of relaxing and enjoying our beautiful countryside. Agritourism give a visitor a sense of rural life and quaint towns, while providing knowledge about the workings of farms, wineries, orchards, gardens and so much more. It also includes the tradition, fun and excitement of fairs and festivals throughoout our county, as well as the peaceful getaways of Greene County's farm stays and bed & breakfasts. Whether visiting an Alpaca Farm, taking a trail walk or ride or enjoying a stay at a working far,, you will enjoy an unforgettable experience at one of Greene County's agritourism destinations.
AGRITOURISM WEEK PROCLAMATION:
At their July 14, 2011 public meeting, Greene County Commissioners proclaimed the week of Aug. 7-13, 2011, Agritourism Week in Greene County at their July 14 regular meeting. The proclamation recognizes agriculture as a leading industry in Greene County, with more than 1,000 farms contained on more than 150,000 acres of land, according to the 2007 U.S. Department of Agriculture Census of Agriculture.
Greene County Tourism is producing a full-color guide and interactive Web page listing businesses that promote agricultural tourism in the county. The guide is scheduled to be published the week of the Greene County Fair. The proclamation encourages county farms and businesses to collaborate with Tourism in promoting agritourism opportunities.
Pictured: from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris; Tom Headlee, Conservation District board treasurer; Bernie Fox, tourism board member; Joy Eggleston, tourism board member; Elizabeth Menhart, tourism director; Andrew Corfont, tourism board president; Commissioner Pam Snyder; Jim Cowell, owner of Frosty Springs Farm in Waynesburg and Conservation District board secretary; Commissioner Archie Trader, Conservation District board vice chairman; and Robbie Matesic, tourism board member and executive director of economic development for Greene County.
AGRITOURISM — DESTINATIONS:
Agritourism destinations are ideal for family travel with events and attractions that appeal to all ages from visiting one of our local wineries or choosing the perfect Christmas tree. With a large variety of agritourism destinations to choose from in Greene County, families are sure to enjoy quality time together and bring home treasured memories.
While traveling through Greene County, make sure to enjoy fare at local restaurants made with homegrown vegetables or pick up some to take home and prepare a dinner of fresh ingredients grown by farmers from Greene County. Summertime brings our local grown produce and baked goods with our Farmers Market.
AGRITOURISM — EVENTS:
Greensboro Farmer's Market — held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12:00 noon. from mid-May to late September/mid-October. It's a Farmers' Fair and Market to celebrate agriculture and to support and promote the buy local initiative; and located at the Greensboro Gazebo. Many local farm, food, and local grown products can be found each week. Everyone is welcome! Sponsored by the Nathanael Greene Historical Foundation and the Greensboro Elm Street Project; also see www.natgreene.org
Waynesburg Farmer's Market — held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from mid-May to mid-October. Open air market where locally grown produce, seasonal flowers, baked goods, and various other mecherandise by Greene Countians is available for purchase. The market is located in downtown Waynesburg next to the courthouse.
Waynesburg Sheep and Fiber Fest — held at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Waynesburg, PA. From sheep shearing to blanket weaving, this festival highlights how wool and other fibers affect Greene County. Artisans, sheep herding demonstrations and plenty of good food and family entertainment are available. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., both days.
Contacts: Festival Chairman at 724-451-8407 or the Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful at 724-627-8119 or visit sheepandfiber.com.
Covered Bridge Festival — held at the Carmichaels Covered Bridge (Rt 88, Old Town Carmichaels) in Carmichaels, PA and at the White Covered Bridge (Roberts Run Road) in Garard's Fort, PA. Fun for all ages, check out these picturesque covered bridges at both these locations. Crafters, Civil War re-enactments, music, and home cooking are just some of the attractions at these two festivals. FMI, contact Alan and Dorothy Vozel at 724-966-8993 (Carmichaels Bridge) or Cheryl Clark at 724-966-2357 (White Covered Bridge).
Jacktown Fair — the longest contiguous running agricultural fair in the nation! Located in Wind Ridge, PA . . . locals say that, "You can't die happy until you have been to the Jacktown Fair". Farmers and housewives, among others bring their prize samples of produce, handiwork and livestock, along with farming ideas and equipment to share with the neighbors and the general public. The Jacktown Fair is held the 3rd week in July. FMI, call 724-627-8263 or visit www.jacktownfair.org
Greene County Agricultural Fair — held at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Waynesburg, PA. This week-long event offers local farmers, 4H members and others to show their livestock, crafts, baked goods, needlework, canned goods and homegrown produce in numerous competitions. There are plenty of other events that will appeal to most everyone, including a rodeo, tractor pulls, demolition derbies, live music, rides, food and much more! Ticket prices, gate times and schedule of events available on their website. FMI, call 724-627-9160 or visit www.greenecountyfair.org
Greene County Museum Annual Harvest Festival — scheduled from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm both days at the Greene County Historical Museum on Rolling Meadows Road in Waynesburg, PA. Celebrate the harvest season with a host of activities. Area crafters and artisans will be conducting demonstrations and will have items available for purchase. Witness Civil War reenactors and living history demonstrations. Food and beverages will also be available. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FMI, call 724-627-3204 or visit www.greenecountyhistory.com
Rices Landing Pumpkin Festival — held at Pumpkin Run Park in Rices Landing, PA, on the first weekend in October. Crafters, food contests, interactive crafts, pumpkin carving, pumpkin pie eating contest, pumpkin painting and more.
Buckin' B' Cattle Company's Championship Bull Riding Competitions — STILL the toughest sport on dirt; held annually at the Greene County Fairgrounds in mid-spring, is the Buckin'B bull riding competitions, click here for flyer. For more information call the Department of Rec at 724-852-5323 or go to www.buckinbcattleco.com.
Enlow Fork Wildflower Walk — Early Bird Walks begin at 7:45 a.m. with Ralph K. Bell Bird Club and other clubs. Guided Wildflower walks scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m.; both walks will begin at the Enlow Fork of Wheeling Creek, on the Greene/Washington County border. This event is sponsored by the Wheeling Creek Watershed Conservancy, and offers a unique opportunity to view an impressive array of plants and wildlife. With more than 60 species of birds, Enlow Fork is listed as PA Important Bird Area—14. Birding and botanical enthusiasts gather alongside professional environmentalists in the early morning hours to begin a day-long series of walks, discussions and identification of local plants, birds and insects.
FMI, visit enlowfork.tripod.com.
Annual Rain Day Festival — held in downtown Waynesburg, PA; a day-long festival that celebrates a 137-year-old bet that started from a local farmer commenting to a drug store owner that it seemed to rain every year on July 29; Rain Day went from friendly betting to a full-blown festival. Come and enjoy this unique annual festival, steeped in local lore! beginning with the Rain Day 5K run/ride/walk, followed by hot-dog eating contest, umbrella decorating contest, a pageant, live music, crafts and food vendors. FMI, visit www.raindayfestival.com
Mason-Dixon Ramp Festival — Held annually at the Mason-Dixon Historical Park, 164 Creek Road in Mt. Morris, PA — held in early spring, event hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and admission is free. Ramps are between an onion and garlic and grow wild. Food (many cooked with wild ramps), antique engines, crafts, blacksmiths, and tractor & car parade on grounds. FMI, visit www.masondixonpark.net
Purple Martin Festival — held annually at the Mason-Dixon Park in Mt. Morris, PA. The purple martin is the largest of the North American swallows. For the past 100 years in eastern North America, it has nested almost exclusively in nest boxes. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mason-Dixon Park features two purple martin houses and one gourd rack. The houses and gourd rack will be lowered to change the nesting materials in order to prevent parasites. Visitors to the festival will be able to see baby martins in various stages of development. The baby martins will be banded in order to be able to track their migration. Admission is free and there will be door prizes and food vendors.
FMI, visit www.masondixonpark.net
AGRITOURISM — ANIMALS & LIVESTOCK:
ALPACA, SHEEP & GOATS:
Lippencott Alpacas: 265 Meadowbrook Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Alpaca Farm - Animals for Sale - Alpaca Product Gift Shop - Farm Tours (also see lippencottalpacas.com)
Adamson Farm: Oak Forest Road, Waynesburg, PA — Working farm, sheep-sheering demonstrations (also see www.sheepandfiber.com)
Buckin'B' Cattle Company: 119 Meadowbrook Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Raising and leasing of professional bucking bulls
Campbell Show Calves: 928 West Railroad Road, Sycamore, PA 15364 — Raising beef calves for show
Cassyle Valley Acres: 435 Jacobs Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — Beef - Hogs - Meet - Livestock
Day Brothers Farm: 390 Day Road, West Finley, PA 15377 — Beef Cattle
Drift Ridge Farms: 513 Strawn Hill Road, Spraggs, PA 15362 — Beef and Hay
Frosty Springs Farm: 1214 Garards Fort Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Simmentals, Heifers, Bulls & Steers for sale
Hildreth Dairy & Show Calves: 541 Patterson Creek Road, Sycamore, PA 15364 — Grade A Mild - Show Calves
Oak Hills Farm: 190 Browns Ferry Raod, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Hay - Limousine Cattle - Group & School Tours - Closed in Fall
Scherich's Farm: 325 Wheeling Creek Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 — Simmentals Angus, purbred Angus, & Farm Simmentals
Shipman Simmentals: 134 Dillie Road, Sycamore, PA 15364 — Registered Stock Sales - Individual Beef - Sells Calves for 4-H
Smith Farm: 1049 Hargus Creek Road, Waynesburg, PA 15340 — Angus Cattle
So'Journey Farm: 1841 Bristoria Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — Working farm with Scottish Highland Cattle - Grass-Fed Beef
Strath an De'Farm: 145 Stewart Run Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — All-Natural Scottish Highland Cattle - Highland Beef Farm Tour (Also see www.strathande.com)
Whipkey Cattle Ranck, LLC: 182 Day Lane, West Finley, PA 15377 — Back-grounded Calves, groups of Steers & Heifers
Woodside Farm: 379 Woodside Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Shorthorn Cattle (also see www.woodsideshorthorns.com)
HORSES:
Gilbert's Mountain Horses: 520 Third Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Gaited Kentucky Mountain Saddle Hourse, Rocky Mountain & American Gaited Mountain Houses - breeding and referral services available
Henderson's Stables: 1590 Smith Creek Road, Waynesbuarg, PA 15370 — Trail Horses for Sale - Boarding Available
Opal Woods Farm Miniature Horses: 624 East George Street, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — www.opalwoodsfarm.com
Seldom Scene Farm: (Ruff Creek) Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Specializing in the training of American Saddlebred Horses and the teaching of "saddleseat" riding discipline. Click here for additional information
Smith Farm: 1049 Hargus Creek Road, Waynesburg, PA 15340 — Quarter Horses
PORK/HOGS:
Cassyle Valley Acres: 435 Jacobs Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15340
Willow Tree Farms: 195 Pump Station Raod, Greensboro, PA 15338
POULTRY:
Llamas View Farm: 953 Washington Road, Prosperity, PA 15329 — Chickens - Farm Tours - Hay Rides - School Groups
Red Barn Farm: 123 Milliken Road, New Freeport, PA 15352 — Eggs, Briolers, Produce (no chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides used
So'Journey Farm: 1841 Bristoria Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — French Roasting Hens (end of June only), Eggs
AGRITOURISM — AUCTIONS, SERVICES & MORE:
Annual Behm Equipment Auction: Greene County Fairgrounds — Farm Implements, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Dump Trucks, etc.
Baldwin Custom Meat Shop: 205 Stringtown Road, Graysville, PA 15337
Belgian Breeding Farm: Orndorff's Belgian Horse Farm, 112 Orndorff Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Ferncliff Meat Processing: 276 Ferncliff Road, Rices Landing, PA 15357
Horserail: 440 West Greene Street, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Horse Fencing Manufacturer (also see www.horserail.com)
Howard's Custom Meats: 189 Falling Timber Road,Holbrook, PA 15341 — Deer and Farm Animal Processing
Butchering: Hungarian Smokehouse, 534 N. 88 Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Custom Butchering - Deer Processing - Smokehouse
Keystone Autumn Klassic Shorthorn Fall Production Sale: Woodside Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Sale and Auction 3rd Saturday in October at Woodside Farm (also see www.woodsideshorthorns.com)
Pennsylvania Livestock Auction, Inc.: Rt.21/West Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Livestock auction every Thursday
Save-A-Horse Riding Stable: 165 Lightner Road, Sycamore, PA 15364 — Stud Service - Hauling
Waynesburg Agway Service: 250 East First Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Farm, Feed, Home, & Nursery Supplies, LP Gas (also see www.waynesburgagwayservice.com)
Waynesburg Milling Company: 387 South Washington Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Farm, Feed, Pet Suppliers, & Greene County Gifts (also see www.waynesburgmillingco.com)
AGRITOURISM — VINEYARDS/WINERIES:
Shields Vineyards: 374 Smith Creek Road, Spraggs, PA 15362 — various wines for sale (Also see www.shieldswinery.com
Thistlethwaite Vineyards: 151 Thistlethwaite Lane, Jefferson, PA 15344 — Crafts, Tastings, Dinners, Special Events
Douglass' Greenhouse: 1501 E. Roy Furman Highway, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Hanging Baskets - Vegetable plants - Perennials - Annuals - Shrubs (also see douglassgreenhouse.net)
Jill's Jungle: 589 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Flowers - Veggies - Baskets - Specials
Mother Earth Farm: Intersection of Rt 19 & Rt 21 (behind Ruff Creek Store), Lippencott, PA — Annuals - Perennials - Trees - Shrubs - Vegetables - Herbs (Family Owned/Locally Grown, go to www.motherearthfarm.com
Shields Herb & Flower Farm: 374 Smith Creek Road, Spraggs, PA 15362 — Nursery - Greenhouse - Dried Floral - Crafts
South Branch Greenhouse: 1311 South Branch Muddy Creek Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320
Sugar Grove Greenhouses: 285 Hewitt Run Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15370 — Annuals - Perennials - Fruit and Ornamental Trees - Shrubs - Seeds
Waynesburg Landscape Supply: 222 Tollgate Run Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Mulch - Sand - Gravel - Decorative Stone, Etc.
AGRITOURISM — AREA RAISED MEATS & LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE:
Badali Farm: Rt. 19 on the hill between Waynesburg and Ruff Creek — Annuals - Perennials - Fruits - Vegetables - BBQ
Cesa Blueberry Farm: 930 Big Shannon Run Road, Mt. Morris, PA 15349 — Pick-your-own blueberries (July only)
Forever Sweet-Delicious Greene House: 1937 W. Roy Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — hydroponic grown tomatoes
Deer Orchards (Apple Farm): Rt. 21, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 — Fruit Shack, 20 varieties of apples, early &l late peaches, 5 different kinds of plums, nectarines, and other seasonal fruits
Gilbert's Meat & Dairy Goats: 520 Third Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Meat and Dairy Products from Registered Boer, Toggenburg and Nubian Goats (also see www.gilbertsgoats.com)
Hildreth Farm Honey: Rt. 18, Nevevah, PA 15353 — Available at GLoria's Ceramics in Rogersville
Krenzelak Orchards: 85 McCormick Lane, Prosperity, PA 15329 — see their produce at the Waynesburg Farmer's Market
Waynesburg Farmer's Market: downtown Waynesbirg — held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from mid-May to mid-October. Open air market where locally grown produce, seasonal flowers, baked goods, and various other mecherandise by Greene Countians is available for purchase.
White Buck Farm: 186 Pine Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — certified organic, Pennsylvania Dutch Jams and Relishes, the original Whiskey Jam.
AGRITOURISM — HAY & ORGANICS:
Organic farming is the form of agriculture that relies on techniques such as crop rotation, green manure, compost and biological pest control to maintain soil productivity and control pests on a farm. Organic farming excludes or strictly limits the use of manufactured fertilizers, pesticides (which include herbicides, insecticides and fungicides), plant growth regulators such as hormones, livestock antibiotics, food additives, and genetically modified organisms. (Source of definiation: Wikipedia)
Black Jak Farms: 1311 South Branch Muddy Creek Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Hay for Sale
Forever Greene House: 1937 W. Roy Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Hydroponic Tomatoes
Llama View Farm: 953 Washington Road, Prosperity, PA 15329 — Hay for Sale
Oak Hills Farm: 890 Browns Ferry Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 — Hay for Sale
Red Barn Farm: 128 Milliken Road, New Freeport, PA 15352 — Goat, Chickens, Eggs, Produce /No chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides used!
White Buck Farm: 186 Pine Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — Pennsylvania Dutch Jams & Relishes - the original Whiskey Jam - Certified Organic since 1997
AGRITOURISM — TREE FARMS:
Kent Tree Farm: 188 Jay Phillips Hill Road, Spraggs, PA 15370 — Christmas Trees
Kitch Tree Farm: 484 Antill Hill Road, New Freeport, PA 15352 — Christmas Trees
Morris Tree Farm: 575 Ridge Road, Jefferson, PA 15344 — Christmas Trees
Ralph K. Bell Tree Fram: 179 Pollock Mill Road, Clarksville, PA 15322 — Christmas Trees
AGRITOURISM — FARM STAYS/TOURS:
So'Journey Farm Bed & Breakfast: 1841 Bristoria Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 — www.sojourneyfarm.com
Strath An De' Farm: 145 Stewart Run Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — www.strathande.com
Temple Ridge Llamas: 277 Temple Ridge Road, Wayensbuarg, PA 15370 — Farm, Stays and Tours (also see www.templeridgellamas.com)
Ralph K. Bell Bird Club: 149 Preacher Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Avian Education
Richhill Agricultural Society (Jacktown Fair Board): 440 West Roy Furman Highway, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 — www.jacktownfair.org
Ten Mile Creek Watershed Association: Morris Township Community Park, Greene County, PA — a group interested in the entire Ten Mile Watershed, spanning both Greene and Washington Counties
Warrior Trail Association: PO Box 103, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Waynesburg FFA Chapter: Waynesburg Central High School, 30 Zimmerman Drive, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Future Farmers of America
West Greene FFA Chapter : West Greene High School, 1352 Hargus Creek Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 — Future Farmers of America
Wheeling Creek Watershed Conservancy: PO Box 191, Nineveh, PA 15353 — promotes envirnomental stewardship and public awareness of issues affecting the watershed
For general information, please contact the Information Services at 724-852-5399 / Toll Free: 1-888-852-5399. County Office Building, 93 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
