Join Us on Our Spring Tour May 17 & 18!

Blossoms, bees, and barnyard babies: There's nothing sweeter than Spring in Sonoma County! Join us for our annual Spring Tour and go behind the barnyard gates of two dozen Farm Trails member farms, ranches, and producers for ag fun:

Adorable farm animals • Guided tours led by farmers • U-picks • Demos • Workshops • Kids' activities • Special tastings of artisan cheese, libations & more • Plant sales • Picnics, teas & lunches • Farm stands & more!

Registration is FREE! All are welcome! The tour is partly funded by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and the California Open Farm Passport.

Mother's Day Experiences Along the Farm Trails

MOTHER'S DAY FLOWER FORAGING & PICNIC AT GARDEN VALLEY RANCH: On Sunday, May 11, enjoy the day in the sun amongst blooming fields of garden roses (photo inset). Forage for fresh flowers to take home, book a self-guided tour, or reserve a picnic space. RSVPs required. Other days also available. RSVP online. 498 Pepper Road, Petaluma; gardenvalley.com.

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH AT THE REDWOOD: On Sunday, May 11, 11am-3pm, enjoy a 3-course brunch from Chef Geneva & the Redwood team thoughtfully paired with a curated Retrograde Roasters coffee tasting! RSVP online. 234 Main Street, Sebastopol; theredwoodwine.com.

MOTHER'S DAY HIGH TEA AT PATISSERIE ANGELICA: Spoil Mom with a lovely High Tea on Mother's Day weekend, which includes locally sourced fruit and extra desserts for the occasion. You can also shop for classic fresh fruit tarts, best in show individual cakes, and Mother’s Day cakes and more to go. 6821 Laguna Park Way, Sebastopol; (707) 827-7998, patisserieangelica.com.

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH AT LARSON FAMILY WINERY: Treat Mom to a delicious boxed brunch by Hopmonk Catering, complete with savory bites and sweet treats. Upon arrival, she'll be greeted with a glass of Sparkling Rosé to kick off the celebration. Enjoy live music by Lindsay Gang as you indulge from 11am to 1pm. Reserve your spot online. 23355 Millerick Road, Sonoma; larsonfamilywinery.com.

MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND SIPS & SUCCULENTS AT DUTTON ESTATE WINERY: On May 10 & 11, 11am-4pm, celebrate Mom while unleashing your DIY creativity! Immerse yourself in the spring blooms of the vineyard garden, enjoy your choice of a glass of wine or hard cider and a sweet Mother’s Day treat, and craft your very own succulent arrangement in a Dutton Estate stemless logo glass or a Dutton Cider Co. 16 oz glass. RSVP online. 8757 Green Valley Road, Sebastopol; duttonestate.com.

MOTHER'S DAY PICNIC & OPEN FARM DAY AT BEES N BLOOMS

On Sunday, May 11, 11am-2pm, celebrate Mom in the most peaceful way, with flowers, lavender, and nature all around. Free entry. Shop Mother’s Day gifts from bouquets to lavender gift sets or reserve a picnic table for $5 (limited availability) online. 3883 Petaluma Hill Road, Santa Rosa; beesnblooms.com.

MOTHER'S DAY AFTERNOON TEA AT MCEVOY RANCH: On Sunday, May 11, 11:30am-2pm, indulge in an elegant afternoon tea service featuring a delectable menu of savory and sweet treats and McEvoy Ranch Tea Collection. Begin your afternoon with live music from our grand piano in the charming Victorian, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere. Afterward, browse a curated selection of unique gifts from local vendors in the elegant Pavilion. RSVP online. 5935 Red Hill Road, Petaluma; mcevoyranch.com.

MOTHER'S DAY DINING & WINE TASTING AT FARM TRAILS MEMBERS: Check our member restaurants and wineries for more ways to treat Mom on her day.

Farm-Fresh Flowers for Mom

COYOTE FAMILY FARM: Fresh-from-the-field flowers from this Penngrove farm available Saturdays at the Santa Rosa Community Farmers' Market and at Penngrove Market (10700 Main Street, Penngrove); coyotefamilyfarm.com.

FLATBED FARM: Farmer's bouquets and arrangements with blooms from the farm available Saturdays 9am-3pm at the farm stand or contact for custom florals. 13450 Sonoma Highway 12, ​Glen Ellen; flatbedfarm.com.

FRONT PORCH FARM: It's a spring flower bonanza with so many gorgeous colors, forms, and textures (photo inset). Bouquets available at their booth at farmers' markets (Saturdays in Healdsburg, Thursdays & Sundays in San Rafael, Tuesdays in Napa) or special arrangements by order. 2550 Rio Lindo Ave., Healdsburg; fpfarm.com.

FULL BLOOM FLOWER FARM: Both stands will be open for self-serve with grab-and-go bouquets Thursday, May 8, to Sunday, May 11. Lots of peonies and roses! Or preorder online for vase arrangements. Farm stands open sun-up to sundown. Or gift Mom a summer flower CSA subscription. 9516 Graton Road, Sebastopol; and 3855 Roblar Road, Petaluma; fullbloomflower.com.

LITTLE SAINT FARM: Find a gorgeous selection of hand-picked blooms Sundays at the Windsor Farmers' Market, Saturdays at the Healdsburg Farmers' Market, and inside its sister restaurant Little Saint at 25 North St., Healdsburg; littlesaintfarm.com.

OAK HILL FARM: Find a bounty of farm-grown flowers at the Red Barn Store on Saturdays 9am-3pm and at the Sonoma Valley Farmers' Market Fridays 9am-12:30pm. 15101 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen; oakhillfarm.net.

POPPIES & PETALS FARM: Specialty flower bunches and bouquets from this Santa Rosa farm are available Sundays at the Sebastopol Farmers' Market, every other Sunday at the Windsor Farmers' Market, and at Andy's Produce Market (1691 Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol) and Fircrest Market (998 Gravenstein Hwy S., Sebastopol); poppiesandpetalsfarm.com.

SINGING FROGS FARM: Freshly harvested straight and mixed bouquets available Sundays at the Sebastopol Farmers' Market, Saturdays at Santa Rosa Original Farmers' Market, at Bill's Farm Basket (10315 Bodega Hwy, Sebastopol), or by custom ordering. You can also gift a Flower CSA membership; singingfrogsfarm.com.

SINGLETHREAD FARM AT DRY CREEK: Farm-grown blooms available at the Farm Store Thursdays to Sundays, 12-4pm. 2836 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg; singlethreadfarms.com/farm/.

ZANNAH FARMS: Offering all types of arrangements at the roadside flower stand for Mother’s Day. Customers can also order ahead through their website. Or gift a flower CSA subscription. 5585 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, zannahfarms.com.

Events Along the Farm Trails

FRIDAY MUSIC AT PAX WINES

Fridays, ongoing, 5-7pm

Live music is back at Pax Wines! Every Friday evening, kick back with a glass of delicious wine and great performances by top regional musicians. No cover. Visit their events calendar for lineup. 6780 McKinley Street #170, Sebastopol.

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK

Saturday, May 3, 1-3 pm

Join Sonoma Ecology Center, in partnership with Compost Depot and Sonoma County Ag + Open Space, for a free, hands-on workshop exploring the vital role of composting in building healthier soils and gardens. Free and open to all ages. Spaces are limited, so register today. 19996 7th St., Sonoma.

U-PICK AT FRONT PORCH FARM

Saturday, May 10, 9am-2pm

Join Front Porch Farm for a fabulous day on the farm! U-Pick spring flowers, vegetables, and explore the farm’s beauty! Explore the grounds, shop our market stand, and picnic by the river. 2550 Rio Lindo Ave., Healdsburg.



AG HERITAGE SERIES FARMS IN BLOOM: A MOTHER'S DAY CELEBRATION

Saturday, May 10, 10am-2pm

Join the Sonoma Resource Conservation District for a day filled with fun family activities while learning about local Sonoma County agriculture at this special FFA school farm! Help Santa Rosa FFA prepare and plant their vegetable beds (demonstrations at 11 am and 12:30 pm), enjoy local farm tastings and activities, meet farm animals, create a Mother's Day arrangement, connect with local organizations, and bring a picnic. This event is FREE thanks to the support from Sonoma County voters and the 1/4 cent sales tax that support the work of the Ag + Open Space District. Event info online. 4210 Alba Lane, Santa Rosa.

GROWING GREAT TOMATOES CLASS AT GOLD RIDGE ORGANIC FARMS

Saturday, May 10, 10:30am-12pm

Legendary heirloom tomato grower Larry Wagner will lead a class designed to inspire and equip gardeners of all levels to grow delicious, healthy tomatoes at Gold Ridge Organic Farms. Morning tea provided. RSVP online. 3387 Canfield Road, Sebastopol.

NOR CAL PUBLIC MEDIA FOOD & WINE AWARDS

Saturday, May 10, 6-9pm

There's a veritable Who's Who of Farm Trails being honored at the upcoming NorCal Public Media Food and Wine Awards! On May 10, join us as we celebrate champions of the local food movement, including our members Iron Horse Vineyards, Singing Frogs Farm, Front Porch Farm, Mt. Eitan Cheese, and Stemple Creek Ranch! The event is a benefit for NorCal Public Media's environmental reporting. Tickets are on sale now. At the Jackson Theater, Sonoma Country Day School.

OPENING DAY AT FORESTVILLE CERTIFIED FARMERS' MARKET

Tuesday, May 13, 4:30-7:30pm

The Forestville Certified Farmers Market will be Tuesdays through August 26, in the park in downtown Forestville. Relax at one of the many picnic tables in the shade and enjoy hot prepared foods, baked goods, and other treats while taking in a glass of wine or beer. Enjoy live music every week! Shop for arts, crafts, and gifts in a spacious open-air setting. Pick up fresh local produce and flowers from one of our many vendors. 6990 Front Street, Forestville.

POP-UP AT PAX WINES

Sunday, May 18, 12-5pm

Throughout the summer, Pax Wines be hosting a rotating pop-up at the tasting room which coincides with The Barlow's The Trade event, 12-5pm. The Trade features a variety of vendors, local makers, and live music dispersed throughout the Barlow. The May pop-up features Shokakko Japanese & Asian Inspired Food Truck. 6780 McKinley Street #170,

Sebastopol.

OPENING DAY AT OCCIDENTAL COMMUNITY FARMERS' MARKET

Thursday, May 22, 4-8pm

The Occidental Community Farmers' Market kicks off its season with a cultural performance by Sonoma County Pomo Dancers, a weaving workshop led by Flore costume, and a Public Art project. And of course you'll find a fantastic selection of local produce, baked and prepared goods, cheese, meats, and much more. Thursdays through October 30. Main Street between 1st & 3rd Streets, Occidental.

LAVENDER BLOOM FEST AT BEES N BLOOMS

Weekends & select Fridays, May 24 to July 13, 10am-4pm; Sunset Evenings 6-9pm

Join us for Lavender Bloom Fest, when the fields at Bees N Blooms burst into full color and fragrance! Stroll the blooming lavender labyrinth, explore our gardens, and soak in the sights, scents, and sounds of summer on the farm. Reservations required. Tickets and details online. 3883 Petaluma Hill Road, Santa Rosa.

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.

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

Buy your tickets for the 52nd Anniversary Gravenstein Apple Fair, August 9 & 10!

Good food, good music, and good vibes await you at the 52nd Anniversary Gravenstein Apple Fair! 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 much more! Buy your tickets online today and save up to 30%!

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