WOODSTOCK, Ill. – Join us for the annual McHenry County Farm Stroll on Sunday, September 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and explore 10 family-owned farms and one student farm across the county. This free, self-guided tour offers a unique opportunity to learn about local agriculture and connect with the farming community.

Visitor Information:

• Free and Family-Friendly: Choose the farms that interest you and visit them at your own pace during the designated time frame. Limited restrooms are available. View the farm descriptions on the website for details.
• Local Products for Sale: Many farms will offer food, produce, and other farm-related products. Bring cash and a cooler.
• Working Farms: Follow farmer instructions, respect the animals, dress appropriately, and supervise children. No pets allowed. Wash your hands after exposure to livestock. 

The Farm Stroll is organized by the McHenry County Farm Bureau, University of Illinois Extension, and the Center for Agrarian Learning. McHenry County Extension Master Gardeners and 4-H volunteers will be onsite to assist farm families in accommodating guests and conducting demonstrations and tours.

For more information, visit mchenrycfb.org/farmstroll or call 815-338-3737. If accommodation is needed to participate, please email sfarley@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet an individual’s access needs.

SOURCE: Sarah Farley, Extension Educator, Local Food Systems and Small Farms, University of Illinois Extension

WRITER: Linda Siebrandt, University of Illinois Extension McHenry County Master Gardener volunteer

Join us for a day in the country, support local farms, and learn about local agriculture at Farm Stroll 2024!