Virtual Fields to Futures: Exploring Agritourism Opportunities
Friday, February 21, 2025 (10:00 AM - 2:30 PM) (EST)
Description
We are excited to be partnering with Abby Bryant, a senior at Louisa County High School and a member of the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s School, on her Senior Capstone Project focusing on agritourism and its impact on our local farms and businesses.
Important Update:
Due to potential weather concerns, we have transitioned from our original plan of an in-person lunch and on-site event to a fully virtual workshop. We appreciate your understanding and are excited to deliver a robust online experience.
This initiative is a partnership between the Blue Ridge Governor’s School, Louisa Forward Foundation, the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce, and Virginia Cooperative Extension. Together, we are committed to making this workshop a meaningful and impactful experience for our community.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Virtual via Zoom)
Workshop Agenda:
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Agritourism in VA
Presenter: Heather Wheeler, Virginia Department of Agriculture
Explore the current landscape and future opportunities for agritourism in Virginia.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Connecting with the Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development
Presenter: Tom Egeland, County of Louisa
Gain insights into navigating the challenges of planning, zoning, and economic development in the agritourism sector.
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Insurance, Liability, and Safety
Presenter: Glynn Goodrich, Virginia Farm Bureau
Learn essential considerations for ensuring the safety and viability of agritourism ventures.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Visit Louisa and the Fermentation Farm Trail
Presenters: Cindy King, County of Louisa and Tracy Clark, Louisa County Chamber of Commerce
Discover local attractions and how agritourism highlights regional culture and innovation.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Brags & Blunders: Agritourism Entrepreneurs
Hear firsthand accounts from local agritourism entrepreneurs as they share their success stories and lessons learned.
Registration Information:
You may register for each individual session to attend the live Zoom presentation or to receive the session recordings afterward.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and support the future of agritourism and our community—while backing the educational journey of a promising local leader from the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s School!
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