Events
Family fun days, festivals, nature walks and so much more!
March 27
Sandhill Crane Hike
Sandhill cranes are making their comeback now at Boot Lake Nature Preserve here in our own backyard. See a hundred or more of these magnificent creatures as they use this nature preserve as a spring stop-over on their way north. Please come dressed for the weather and a hike. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
March 28
Spring Bike Ride
Explore the scenic countryside together on the beautiful, paved Pumpkinvine Nature Trail to start the season off right. We will meet at Abshire Park in Goshen (Directions Here) and ride to Middlebury and back for a total of approximately 20 miles. Please remember to bring your bike, a bike helmet, water bottle, and money for lunch. This is a family-friendly program filled with fun, exercise, and adventure!
March 28
Historical Foodways
How do the ways we produce our food connect us to the past, reflect our values, and impact our communities? What is food sovereignty, and why does it matter? Hear various perspectives on these and other questions from local growers, educators, and eaters in this engaging panel discussion.
March 29
March 31
Setting The Millstones
At the end of each milling season, the 2,000 lb. millstones are separated for maintenance and cleaning. You are invited to attend the resetting of the Bonneyville Mill grinding stones. Those in attendance will observe the process of setting and balancing the top runner stone over the bottom bed stone. Snacks made from Bonneyville mill flour will be available. Registration is limited to 30 individuals.
