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Snow Day!

You may not know that the Farm Stay U.S. HQ farm is located in the pacific northwest, in a part of Oregon that is generally pretty mild, weather-wise. We get a lot of rain (the farm stay host here says spring is lambing season, and fall/winter is mud season), but only occasional snow.

Jan 4, 2017

#dog sledding #ice skating #maple sugaring #snow #snowmobiling

Travel Tips Agritourism

Dyed in the Wool - Shepherdess LaVonne Stuckey

Meet LaVonne Stuckey, shepherdess and farm stay host at Serenity Sheep Farm Stay.

Dec 14, 2016

#Montana #wool

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Travel back to Grandma's day at Willow Creek Ranch in California

RETIRED. NO LONGER OPEN. SORRY

Dec 6, 2016

#home cooking #California #farm stay #cows #chickens

Farm Stories

Six Farm Stays to Follow on Instagram

It can be difficult to say goodbye to your new "farm family" when vacation is over. You want to hang on to that feeling - the connection and quietude. Farmers are sharing their daily lives with increasing frequency via social media, and one of our favorite ways to see what they're up to is to follow on Instagram. Here, in no particular order, are six farms (with farm stays) to follow on Instagram right now!

Oct 24, 2016

#new hampshire #new york #California #Tennessee #Farm Stays

Farm Activities

Why Stay on a Farm?

The Importance of Farm Stays - for you AND the farm

Aug 22, 2016

#Farm Vacations

Agritourism Destinations Farm Stories

Think Farm Stay Accommodations Will Be Dirty? Think Again!

Think your accommodations will be dirty if you stay on a farm? Think again! Farm, ranch, and vineyard lodging for overnight guests can be anything from rustic tents and converted barns, to farmhouse rooms or elegant lodges. Pitch in with the farm chores if you like - or not - the level of dirt is up to you!

Apr 18, 2016

Farm Life

Easter Animals: Are you ready for the commitment?

Easter is coming up this weekend, and that brings up the annual issue of cute baby animals given as gifts for the occasion.

Mar 23, 2016

#Farm Vacations #animals #Easter

Farm Life Agritourism

Draft Horses and Cheese Making at Flint Hill Farm in Pennsylvania

Flint Hill Farm in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania is known as a Farm Educational Center. Located on 26-acres, this multifaceted farm is a working Alpine goat and Jersey cow dairy that produces milk, cheese, and yogurt. You can pick up these products in their on-site store or enjoy them with your breakfast when you stay on the farm.

Mar 1, 2016

#dairy #goats #Pennsylvania #cheese making #cheesemaking

Agritourism Farm Activities

Elegant Rusticity at Kinnikinnick Farm, Illinois

“Life follows the rhythm of the seasons."

Nov 17, 2015

#seasonal #farm stay #glamping #organic #tents

Farm Activities Destinations

Livestock Guardian Dogs

If you visit a farm that raises livestock, you may encounter livestock guardian dogs (LGDs). LGDs aren't your usual pet dogs, which people don't always realize. We've heard stories of well-meaning neighbors accusing farmers of mistreating these working animals, or worse, threatening to remove the dogs!

Nov 3, 2015

#farm stay #farm life #livestock guardian dogs #farm dogs #LGDs

Farm Life Travel Tips Destinations

Farm Stays: Not Just For Kids

Farm and ranch stays are generally a very family friendly vacation, and we tend to focus a lot of our attention on that. Travel Blogging Moms want to share the farm stay experience with their family-focused readers, and other writers often base their inquiries on the best places to enjoy vacation time with multiple generations of family.

Sep 4, 2015

#cattle drives #cheese making #cooking school #wine tasting

Agritourism

Combine a trip to a national park or forest with your farm or ranch stay

Last week, National Geographic published a list of the top 10 most visited national parks in the United States. We have several USFSA members who have identified themselves as being near national parks or forests. So, if sharing a crowded campground doesn't sound like your cup of tea, check out these farms and ranches that offer a good "home base" for your explorations!

Jul 14, 2015

#national forests #national parks