Fields to Futures: Exploring Agritourism Opportunities

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.

As part of her project, Abby is organizing an Agritourism Workshop on Friday, February 21, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This event will bring together local farmers, business owners, and community members to explore the opportunities agritourism can provide. The workshop will also feature booths and vendors promoting local enterprises, creating a vibrant environment of learning and networking.

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.

Tentative Agenda 

10 – 10:15 am Welcome

10:15 am – 10:45 am 30 min. Agritourism in VA

10:45 am – 11:30 pm 45 min: Connecting with the Planning, Zoning and Economic

11:30 pm – 12 pm: Restrooms, box lunch, resource fair

12 pm – 12:45 pm: 45 min: Insurance, liability, and safety

12:45 pm – 1:15 pm: 30 min: Networking with Agritourism Community

1:15 pm – 1:30 pm Visit Louisa and Fermentation Farm Trail

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: 45 min: Brags & Blunders: Agritourism Entrepreneurs

2:30 pm – 3 pm Wrap-up