Taking the West Elgin farm tours offers a delightful opportunity to explore the heart of rural Ontario. Each of the five stops presents a unique glimpse into the agricultural landscape, where you can wander through vibrant fields, meet friendly farmers, and sample fresh, local produce.
Oct. 11 from 11am to 3:00pm
Address: 22039 Hoskins Line. Rodney, ON. N0L 2C0
Website: blueberryhillfarm.ca
Blueberry Hill is a 25-acre farm with six acres of certified-organic high-bush blueberries. Though the berry season is over for the year, stop by to see the blueberry sorter in action, purchase some eggs or frozen berries, play some yard games, visit with the sheep and ducks and enjoy a wagon ride through the blueberry field. Bring your picnic gear and some snacks or stop by one of our local restaurants for take-out and enjoy your goods pondside!
Address: 25714 Pioneer Line, West Lorne, ON N0L 2P0
Website: thebrandywine.ca
Spend some time on a functioning sheep and cash crop farm! Come out to see some tractors, purchase some unique pumpkins and other fall decor, interact with some of the animals, watch a live demonstration of wool being spun into yarn and enjoy some ice cream and other treats from Beau’s Treat Trailer!
Address: 25457 Talbot Rd, Eagle, ON.
With a classic small-town farm tour feel, this location includes a petting zoo area, a kid- and stroller-friendly corn maze, multiple generations of farm equipment and information booths and displays. Learn about the importance of growing grain for food and other uses and the history of agriculture and farming in a family-friendly and interactive atmosphere!
Address: 21082 Marsh Line, Rodney, ON N0L 2C0
Website: tropicofcanada.ca
A different look at agriculture in Canada: Take a tour of a local family-run business supplying unique tropical plants, fruit trees and spices to the home gardener! Visit the greenhouses, observe the newly-prepared area where a large pear orchard will be installed, see a demonstration of citrus tree grafting and learn about pest management without the use of pesticides! This is a truly unique experience so don’t miss this stop on your tour!
Address: 24824 Downie Line, West Lorne, ON N0L 2P0
Website: upsidedownie.ca
Experience a delightful farm tour filled with charm! Explore a small-scale homesteading operation, capture family memories at our fall-themed photo booth in the orchard, relax while the kids enjoy the playground, join an autumn fairy garden workshop and soak in the seasonal magic by the bonfire with a delicious s’more!
*Registration is required for the fairy garden workshop as supplies are limited. Please email upsidedowniehomestead@gmail.com to register. ***Registrations for the fairy garden workshop is full but we’ve made a wait list for any cancellations***
