Regenerative Farm Tours at Apricot Lane Farms

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Apricot Lane Farms

Connect with nature and learn how we grow nutrient-dense food in "harmony" with a biodiverse ecosystem using regenerative farming methods.

Over the past fourteen years, this once-barren landscape has transformed into a thriving ecosystem, through farming with a focus on biodiversity and soil health. And spring is when this land truly comes alive!Join us for a guided walking tour to experience the interconnected web of life that makes this farm flourish—from fruit-filled orchards, to compost teeming with worms, and animals grazing on lush, diverse pastures. Along the way, you’ll learn how we grow clean, flavorful food by working with nature, not against it, with opportunities to taste what's currently in season.

Apricot Lane Farms spans 234 acres. During your tour, you'll stop by a few key spots, including:<ul><li>The garden, a certified wildlife habitat growing a variety of vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers. See first hand how we cultivate biodiversity to bolster the immulonolgy of the land, and help balance pests and disease while growing food.</li><li>Animals including cows, chickens, sheep, ducks, goats and guardian dogs all have a role on our farm and serve a special purpose—who you'll see depends on their dynamic grazing rhythm and current farm locations.</li><li>Farm Fertility Center to learn how we build healthy soil rich in beneficial microbes using worms, compost, and Biodynamic soil amendments.</li><li>Wildlife Ponds, the centerpiece of the farm’s wildlife restoration efforts.</li><li>The Fruit Basket, the most biodiverse orchard where 60+ different fruit varieties are cultivated using regenerative practices like cover cropping, grazing animals, composting and incorporating pollinator-friendly plants.</li><li>Alan York Lookout, to take in sweeping views of the farm.</li><li>A visit to Itty the pig, Emma's great-granddaughter!</li></ul>

<h3>ADD-ON: Seasonal Produce Box</h3>Experience the bounty of the season and taste how healthy soil creates truly flavorful food. Our curated Seasonal Produce Box features a selection of certified Biodynamic fruits and/or vegetables harvested at peak ripeness from our orchards and garden. Your box will be ready for pickup at the Farmstand from 11am–1pm on the day of your tour. No customizations or substitutions available at this time.<ul><li>Small Box — $35</li><li>Large Box — $75</li></ul>Please note: The Farmstand will have a small selection of regeneratively raised meat &amp; eggs, <a href="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/shop/orange-blossom-honey-lemonade-12-pack/?v=84de8e2b14bb" title="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/shop/orange-blossom-honey-lemonade-12-pack/?v=84de8e2b14bb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Honey Lemonade</a>, <a href="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/shop/regenerative-avocado-oil/?v=84de8e2b14bb" title="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/shop/regenerative-avocado-oil/?v=84de8e2b14bb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Extra Virgin Avocado Oil</a>, and merchandise available for on-site purchase. For the fullest variety and freshest selection of produce, we encourage you to pre-order a box! Refunds will not be offered for no show/no pick up.

<h3>WALKING TOURS (2 hours)</h3>9AM &amp; 1PM on Saturdays

<h4>PLEASE NOTE:</h4><ul><li>All ages are welcome, but Farm Tours include a substantial amount of walking and information, making them best suited for ages 6 and over.</li><li>Children 5 years old and under are FREE (limit 2 children per 1 adult ticket), must be supervised by parents at all times, and cannot ride on farm vehicles without an adult.</li><li>If you have mobility issues and need additional support on one of our walking tours please reach out to our tour team and we would be happy to discuss our accommodation options. tours@apricotlanefarms.com (805)523-4444 ext. 449</li></ul>

About Apricot Lane FarmsApricot Lane Farms was founded 14 years ago with a vision of farming in harmony with nature and restoring ecological health to the land—beginning with the soil. Today, our 234-acre working farm is integrated within a reawakened ecosystem, and is certified Biodynamic and Organic. We regeneratively grow more than 200 varieties of fruits and vegetables and raise sheep, cows, pigs, chickens, ducks, goats, and guardian dogs with reverence on pastures and within our orchards.See our story: <a href="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/biggest-little-farm/" title="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/biggest-little-farm/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Biggest Little Farm</a>Follow along: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/apricotlanefarms/" title="https://www.instagram.com/apricotlanefarms/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@apricotlanefarms</a>Learn more: <a href="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com" title="https://www.apricotlanefarms.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.apricotlanefarm.com</a>Contact: tours@apricotlanefarms.com

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