2009 Official Visitor & Dining Guide for Greensboro, North Carolina - (Page 13) agritourism The Piedmont area of North Carolina has been fertile farm land for generations. The entries listed below are just a few of the farms, vineyards and markets available. Check the NC Dept. of Agriculture web site for more information. www.ncfarmfresh.com ALL-A-FLUTTER BUTTERFLy FARM Ideal place to view beautiful Monarch butterflies. Come and visit up close and feed by hand. Open from mid-April thru mid-Oct.; family days every Sat. of the season, call for hours. Admission fee; free for children under 2. 7850-B Clinard Farms Rd., High Point. 336-454-5651 or 336-989-4507. www.all-a-flutter.com GARRETT’S VINEyARD Father and son planted the vineyard 25 years ago using cedar posts from the family farm. The 2.5 acres of vineyard allows for “pick your own” or picked by the Farm. Picking usually starts mid-Sept. through mid-Nov. 5409 Coble Church Rd., Julian. 336-697-8013. GOAT LADy DAIRy A working family farm on 60 rolling acres in northeastern Randolph County where the Tate family and staff produce many types of nationally award winning handmade, farmstead cheeses. Offered monthly is a 5-course Dinner at the Dairy and a 4-course Sunday Brunch. Menus are created from the vegetables, pasture raised meat, fresh eggs, garden herbs and handmade cheeses. Advance reservations required. Each spring and fall, Goat Lady Dairy hosts free open houses for visitors to experience up close and personal the animals, gardens and cheesemaking. 3515 Jess Hackett Rd., Climax. 336-824-2163. www.goatladydairy.com GREENSBORO FARMERS’ CURB MARKET Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables directly from local farmers in a friendly and historic setting. The market provides the best in home-grown vegetables, fruits and produce, as well as fresh-cut herbs and flowers, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Located at 501 yanceyville St. across from War Memorial Baseball Stadium, the Market is open year-round on Sat. from 6am-12 noon, and on Wed. from 7am-1pm from May through Dec. Free admission. 336-373-2402. www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/ parks/facilities/market GROVE WINERy* From award winning vineyards first planted in 1993, exceptional wines are grown and crafted. The 44 acre northeast Guilford County farm features a small, artisan winery and the estate vineyards growing include Merlot, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Cab Franc, Traminette and Tempranillo. Open year-round. Free tours; fee for tasting includes a souvenir logo glass. 7360 Brooks Bridge Rd., Gibsonville. 336-584-4060. www.GroveWinery.com HOMELAND CREAMERy Come visit the sixth generation of local dairy farmers operating on the same homestead since the 1930’s. With over 200 cows, which are pasture fed with hay, grains and feed grown on site, the milk is pasteurized the old fashion way, processed and bottled on site. All products may be purchased at the farm in The Creamery Store and at many local grocers and markets. Fee for dairy tours and hayrides by reservation only. Located in southeast Guilford County, 6506 Bowman Dairy Rd., Julian. 336-685-6455. www.homelandcreamery.com INGRAM’S STRAWBERRy FARM A third generation family operated “Century Farm” located in Southern Guilford County offering a great time for young and old alike. In the early spring, come visit us for a basket of home grown strawberries, fresh baked pies, hand dipped ice cream or some great homemade preserves. “Pick your own” or get a basket to go and enjoy the great outdoors. Seasonal vegetables available through the summer months as well. Call for hours of operation and group reservations. 6131 Riverdale Dr., High Point. 336-431-2369. www.ingramfarm.com MAIZE ADVENTURE Walk your way through a maize – take an hour or a day! Planted with “Cow or Silage Corn,” this hybrid type of corn has a strong stalk and broad leaves and grows very well in NC’s heat of the summer with little rain, resistant to worms and can grow to over 13 feet tall. Great way to experience a day of camaraderie and fun! Portion of the proceeds go to benefit the Guilford County Animal Trauma Center. Hours vary. Call for reservations for groups of 100+. 1615 Kersey Valley Rd., High Point. 336-431-1700. www.maizeadventure.com PIEDMONT TRIAD FARMERS MARKET Visit one of North Carolina’s stateowned farmers market and shop for local Piedmont fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, jams, honey, crafts and more! Make sure you visit the Garden Center and restaurant. Retail hours: Mon.-Sun., 6am-6pm. 2914 Sandy Ridge Rd., just off I-40 at the Sandy Ridge Rd. exit. 336-605-9157. www.triadfarmersmarket.com RUDD STRAWBERRy FARM The Rudd Farm is a fourth generation family farm started in the early 1900’s as a tobacco farm located in Guilford County. From 1970 until 2000, tobacco and wheat were the main crops grown. In 2000, the family decided to diversify, and planted the first strawberry crop in Sept. of that year. Green house tomatoes and strawberries come first in the spring; then all types of summer produce including corn, tomatoes, green beans, cantaloupes, water melons, etc. Open April through Oct., hours vary, closed Sun. 4021 Hicone Rd. 336-621-1264. www.ruddfarm.com STONEFIELD CELLARS WINERy An award-winning winery that offers the complete wine experience in an accessible and romantic setting just north of Greensboro. On-site tasting, tours, wine, and gifts. Free; fee for tasting includes a souvenir logo glass. Open Thurs.-Sun., call for hours. Reservations for groups of 10+ recommended. 8220 NC Hwy. 68N at NC Hwy. 65, Stokesdale. 336-644-9908. www.stonefieldcellars.com *See discount coupons, inside back cover. www.VisitGreensboroNC.com 13 http://www.ncfarmfresh.com http://www.GroveWinery.com http://www.maizeadventure.com http://www.all-a-flutter.com http://www.triadfarmersmarket.com http://www.homelandcreamery.com http://www.goatladydairy.com http://www.ingramfarm.com http://www.ruddfarm.com http://www.stonefieldcellars.com http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/ http://www.VisitGreensboroNC.com
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