Fun Food Activities at Blue Ridge Sprouts Festival
Guests enjoyed a fun Chick-fil-A scavenger hunt around West Oaks Farm Market, learning about health and nutrition in food preparation. The lemon squeeze station and fresh cider pressing by Mackintosh Fruit Farm were crowd favorites, along with nutrition coaching by Stacie Haaga.
Educational Farm and Growing Activities at West Oaks Farm Market
Visitors explored the “Underground Classroom” to discover life beneath the soil and met Mike & Mose, heritage Randall Lineback oxen from Green Gables Farm. The hayride around the orchard gave a hands-on look at farming, while guests planted their own microgreens with A Farm Less Ordinary. Many took on the challenge of navigating the famous West Oaks Corn Maze.
Interactive Family Activities and Storytelling at Blue Ridge Sprouts Festival
The vintage selfie booth, hosted by Skyline Paintball and Clementine Vintage, was a popular spot, along with fairy garden making hosted by Massanutten Resort. Storytelling sessions by Handley Regional Library and guest authors captivated audiences. The Root to Table career discovery match game, presented by F&M Bank, engaged participants in learning about culinary and agriculture careers with fun prizes.
Participating Vendors Supporting Local Food and Agriculture in Winchester, VA
Hillbrook Inn & Spa, Virginia FFA Foundation, Burner’s Beef, Family of Nuts, VA Pork Council, Heartland Foods, Berry Good Farm, Valley Health, Geezer Ridge Farm, Sister Sue’s, Kitchen Craft Cookware, Honestly Smoked and VA Cooperative Extension all contributed to the day’s success.