Tarryall Mountain Farms
Our 2009 Season is now history--- and we can only hope to have as good a growing season next year ........All of our crops were a success this year-- we simply had very little to complain about. An aphid here, a caterpillar there, an inopportune storm from time to time, but nothing to really hinder our production. We entertained a record number of farm visitors and contributed several hundred pounds of organic produce to several different organizations and are already busy pondering ideas for 2010. We certainly appreciate our loyal custormers and want to say a special thanks to those of you who came out and got your hands dirty.
Tarryall Mountain Farms is a non-profit, small, high altitude, sustainable and educational farm located in the historic Tarryall Valley of central Colorado. Located at 8800' (where the weather is interesting throughout the year) and along a meandering stretch of the Tarryall River (with fertile subirrigated bottom land) we continue to pursue an ever widening range of responsible farming practices and techniques to produce high quality produce. Our goal is to learn and share, combining the best practices of the early Tarryall and South Park pioneers with modern sustainability to help create a more healthy future.We are proud to announce that our produce is now Certified Naturally Grown. We provide produce for sale at the farm and locally, provide educational opportunities for groups and individuals and provide free fresh produce to local individuals and charitable organizations in Park, Teller and El Paso counties.
Locally Grown
Growing hay, grain and produce in the Tarryall Valley is nothing new-- it's been going on for generations. But during the past 60 years agricultural efforts have focussed only on hay and cattle. We're committed to helping bring back locally grown, high altitude Park County produce to the tables of South Park and the surrounding mountain communities.
Where to Find Us '10
--Woodland Park Farmers Market-Fridays, 7-1pm , late July- late September.
--Farmstand at the Farm-
Saturdays/Sundays 11-4 pm mid July through September.
--Woodland Park Farmers Market-Fridays, 7-1pm , late July- late September.
--Farmstand at the Farm-
Saturdays/Sundays 11-4 pm mid July through September.
Farm and Farm Store
Tarryall Mountain Farms is located on land first homesteaded by Albert Bradley in the mid 1800's and later developed as a working ranch by Ed Williams. The structures were declared a Park County Historic Site in 2008 and are in the midst of restoration. The structures offer a real glimpse into the past and serve as the farm store and headquarters. The farm and homestead are open to the public from mid July through September each Saturday and Sunday from 11 am- 4 pm.
Education
A major part of the TMF mission is to take what we learn and do and pass it along to others who can put it to use in their real world. Programs and hands-on experience are available for groups and individuals. Check-out our opportunities and come and get your hands dirty.