June Along the Farm Trails

Our Picks for Summer Farm Fun

Happy June! In this newsletter, we feature farm-fresh ways to celebrate the beginning of summer and the latest happenings along the Farm Trails. As always, visit FarmTrails.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for even more news, offerings, and events. We wish you a happy Summer Solstice!

a box of mixed fruit

Farm-Fresh Summer Fruit

JOIN FRUIT CSA AT GOLDEN NECTAR FARM

Discover the vibrant flavors of rare and heirloom fruits—apples, pears, stone fruits, pomegranates, figs, kiwis, grapes, and more—grown with care at Golden Nectar Farm, a sustainable family farm. Click the link to sign up and be the first to know when fresh, seasonal fruit is available for pickup in Windsor! 6364 Starr Road, Windsor; goldennectarfarm.com. (See photo above.)


U-PICK RASPBERRY SEASON BEGINS AT BORING FARM

Boring Farm is now open for U-pick organic raspberries! Reservations required. Tickets for Saturday slots (between 9 am and 1 pm) go on sale the preceding Wednesdays, at 12pm. They sell out fast! Be sure to check their website to confirm dates, read all the details about U-pick, and reserve your space. 420 Canfield Road, Sebastopol; theboringfarm.com. (See photo banner and Member Spotlight below; photos by Lisa Rose / The Farmers Photographer.)


PEACH SEASON STARTS AT DRY CREEK PEACH

Peach season has begun at Dry Creek Peach. The first variety is the Rich May. The season builds throughout the summer, peaking in August and early September. Along the way, they harvest 30 varieties of yellow and white peaches, and every week there are different varieties to enjoy. The farm stand is open on Wednesdays at 12pm. They are also at the Healdsburg Farmers' Market on Saturdays. Keep up to date with on their Facebook page. 2179 Yoakim Bridge Road, Healdsburg, drycreekpeach.com.

woman in lavender field at Monte-Bellaria

Lavender Season Along the Farm Trails

LAVENDER BLOOM FEST AT BEES N BLOOMS

Weekends & select Fridays, until July 13, 10am-4pm; Sunset Evenings 6-9pm

Enjoy Lavender Bloom Fest, when the fields at Bees N Blooms burst into full color and fragrance! Wander through stunning fields of organic lavender, enjoy family-friendly activities, take home farm-fresh lavender goods, and don’t miss Friday Sunset Evenings and Jazz Sundays. Reservations required. Tickets and details online. 3883 Petaluma Hill Road, Santa Rosa; beesnblooms.com.


HIGH BLOOM SEASON AT MONTE-BELLARIA DI CALIFORNIA

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, June 20 to July 27

Come see the lavender blooming at Monte-Bellaria di California. Each visitor ticket fee will include admission, parking, and an optional 10-minute VIP tour of the property including lavender fields, beehives, and distillation laboratory. The farm store will be open selling fresh lavender, lavender essential oils, olive oil and honey products. Picnic tables by the farm pond will be open for everyone’s use (first come, first serve) during their 75-minute time slot. Take a walk all around the lavender fields and see the scenic views of the hills and Russian River vineyards. Tickets required. 3518 Bloomfield Road, Sebastopol; monte-bellaria.com. (See photo above and Member Spotlight below; top photo by Allen Odenkirchen.)


SEASON OPENS AT LAVENDER BEE FARM

By Appointment Only

The Lavender Bee Farm and store are open by appointment only. Tour groups of 8 people or more. The tours are $25 per person and include introduction to the farm, walk through lavender fields, and honey tasting paired with fruit and local cheese. The self-guided tour in the fields is approximately one hour. The store features lavender blossom honeys, handmade soaps, handmade lotion bars, lavender bouquets, lavender sachets, and other items. Also available for events. RSVP required; call or email. 764 Chapman Lane, Petaluma; (707) 789-0554; lavenderbeefarm.com.

 
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School Garden Network still has some spots in their Summer Garden Camp! Register today for sunny days filled with gardening, outdoor cooking, crafting, woodworking, creative arts activities, storytelling, learning about local plants and animals, forest games, nature exploration, and making new friends and memories. Garden camp takes place July 7 - August 15, 2025, consisting of six uniquely themed weeks.


Click here for more info and to register. Scholarships available!

 

Events Along the Farm Trails

COMMUNITY DINNER AT PRESTON FARM & WINERY

Saturday, June 7, 6-9pm

Preston Farm & Winery welcomes Chef Nicolaus Balla of famed Bar Tartine, Coast in Big Sur, and many more wondrous spots, as our weather full sails into warmth. This should prove to be a tasty evening, where Nicolaus plays with spices, spring veg, baked breads & as every event at Preston is unique, this shall be vibrant flavors new to Field Day dinners. A chance to taste flavors stemming from Japan and Eastern Europe paired with Preston wines. RSVP online. 9282 W. Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg; prestonfarmandwinery.com.


AMBER RUBARTH AT PAX WINES

Thursday, June 12, 8pm

Join Pax Wines for a very special and intimate show with Amber Rubarth. Every so often an artist arrives with a lyrical ability to convey the simplest of things. With Amber Rubarth it’s all in the detail. Refreshingly unique in her styling, Rubarth has built an eclectic collection of songs from the fun and frivolous to the raw and destructive – her voice knows no bounds where genre is concerned. Get tickets online. 6780 McKinley Street #170, Sebastopol; paxwine.com.


CHEESE CLASS AT THE EPICUREAN CONNECTION

Sundays, June 15 to July 13, 11am

At this class at The Epicurean Connection, guests will each create their own mozzarella, burrata, and rotolo, using our fresh mozzarella curd and cream. We will guide our guests through the process to pull, stretch, braid, and twist mozzarella and in addition each guest will make a fresh buratta ball and rotolo. Each guest gets 2 pounds of cheese to take home. RSVP online. 19670 8th St. East, Sonoma; theepicureanconnection.com.


DADS, CABS & CARS AT LARSON FAMILY WINERY

Sunday, June 15, 11am-1pm

Do the fathers in your life love cars and wine? Treat them to a Father's Day car show at Larson Family Winery! Live music with Jacob Benning, Hopmonk food truck, great wine, and captivating cars! Tastings will be offered, along with wine by the bottle and glass. RSVP online. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma; larsonfamilywinery.com.


FATHER'S DAY PICNIC AT MCEVOY RANCH

Sunday, June 15, 11:30am-2:30pm

Bring dad and the whole family for a delicious BBQ boxed lunch prepared with McEvoy Ranch products, to relax by the pond along the shady Poplar Lane. Complimentary golf cart rides up to see our sheep and goats will be available for guests of this event! Soak in some tunes, and play a little corn hole for a relaxed afternoon, and enjoy wine, gelato, and beverages available for purchase. RSVP online. 5935 Red Hill Road, Petaluma; mcevoyranch.com.


SUMMER SOLSTICE CIDER & BBQ AT ETHIC CIDERS

Saturday, June 21; 11:30am & 1:15pm

Join Ethic Ciders at their home orchard for a special sit-down BBQ. Enjoy the longest day of the year with friends and family in a beautiful outdoor setting. Indulge in a uniquely crafted cider made from locally grown apples while savoring the smoky flavors of our A&M BBQ specialty meats and delicious sides. RSVP online. 8490 Occidental Road, Sebastopol; ethicciders.com.


NOCINO WORKSHOP AT AMBIX SPIRITS

Saturday, June 21, 2-4:30pm

Nocino is a delicious Italian liqueur that is rarely produced in the US, but at Ambix Spirits, you can learn to make your own! At this workshop, guests will harvest the still-green walnuts from the tree at Ambix's orchard and then return to the distillery to make nocino from Ambix's apple brandy, traditional spices, herbs, and citrus. Fee includes workshop and materials, including a 1-liter barrel to age and dispense the nocino. RSVP online. 1944 High School Road, Sebastopol; ambixspirits.com.


TOUR & TASTING AT STEMPLE CREEK RANCH

Saturday, June 28, 10:30am-12:30pm

Join Stemple Creek Ranch for an immersive tour experience, where you can witness firsthand our sustainable farming practices and the beauty of our ranch. Discover the secrets of carbon farming, rotational grazing, and the creation of wildlife habitats, all while immersing yourself in the natural beauty of our ranch. Also, enjoy small tasting samples of our delectable grass-fed, grass-finished meats and have an opportunity to take your favorites home with you. Buy tickets here. 900 Burbank Lane, Tomales; stemplecreek.com.


OLIVE OIL SENSORY WORKSHOP AT GOLD RIDGE ORGANIC FARMS

Saturday, June 28

Pablo Voitzuk returns to Gold Ridge Organic Farms for another in-depth, olive oil sensory experience. In this half-day long event, we will explore how to evaluate a wide range of olive oils, from both local and international producers. Learn how to detect specific aroma and flavor profiles, as markers of high quality and flaws which are deemed either undesirable or show that an olive oil is past its prime. RSVP online. 3387 Canfield Road, Sebastopol; goldridgeorganicfarms.com.


SONOMA COUNTY FARM BUREAU'S LOVE OF THE LAND

Thursday, July 10, 4:30pm

Join Sonoma County Farm Bureau for their annual Love of the Land event! Celebrate this year's award recipients for their outstanding contributions to our agricultural community. Be part of an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, great company, and inspiring stories. Tickets online. The Pavilion at Richard's Grove, La Crema Estates & Saralee's Vineyard, 3575 Slusser Road, Windsor; https://sonomafb.org/love-of-the-land/


U-PICK AT FRONT PORCH FARM

Saturdays, July 12 & July 26, 9am-2pm

Join Front Porch Farm for a fabulous day on the farm! U-pick flowers, vegetables, fruit, and explore the farm’s beauty! Explore the grounds, picnic by the river, and shop our farm stand. No RSVP required. 2550 Rio Lindo Ave., Healdsburg; fpfarm.com.


FARM TO PANTRY SUMMER SOIREE

Saturday, August 16, 3pm

Save the date for this year’s Farm to Pantry Summer Soireé at Richard's Grove at La Crema Winery! We hope you can join us and be in community with us and celebrate another great year. To be a sponsors and/or donate to the auction and raffle, please contact Kelly via email.


Check our online Events Calendar for more events along the Farm Trails.

Farm Trails Member Spotlights

Boring Farm

Member since 2022


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Monte-Bellaria di California

Member since 2015


READ SPOTLIGHT

 

52ND ANNIVERSARY GRAVENSTEIN APPLE FAIR

Saturday & Sunday, August 9 & 10, 10am-6pm

Ragle Ranch Park, Sebastopol

Join us at Sonoma County's Favorite Festival, the Gravenstein Apple Fair, at Ragle Ranch Park in Sebastopol. Celebrate all things apple, the best local food and drink, top regional music, ag-inspired fun for the whole family, exciting experiences connecting you to your neighborhood farmers and artisans, and and of course my demo! The Fair is the primary annual fundraiser for Farm Trails, helping to keep farms forever in Sonoma County. Get your tickets today and save up to 30% off!

OUR MISSION

Sonoma County Farm Trails is a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization found in 1973 to connect the public to Sonoma County farmers and producers to ensure the economic viability of local ag and to instill an appreciation of ag as a vital part of our community. We produce the Gravenstein Apple Fair as our major annual fundraiser.

FARM TRAILS TEAM

  • Carmen Snyder, Executive Director & Gravenstein Apple Fair Producer
  • Ellen Cavalli, Program Manager & Foundation Agent
  • Aubury Doherty, Gravenstein Apple Fair Operations Manager
  • Lisa Rose, Photographer & Programs Support
  • Kristina Muelrath, Bookkeeper

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Lauren Bowne, Farm Trails Secretary & Foundation Director
  • Duskie Estes, Farm Trails Director & Foundation Director
  • Alexandra Fox, Farm Trails Treasurer
  • Samantha Harmon, Foundation Director
  • Andrea Krout, Farm Trails Director
  • Ariana Mazzucchi, Foundation Treasurer
  • Jonathan Rosenblum, Farm Trails Director
  • Alan Siegle, Farm Trails President & Foundation Secretary
  • Carmen Snyder, Foundation Director
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