Lisa DePiano and Molly Merrett from Montview Neighborhood Farm, Danny Botkin from Laughing Dog Farm and Ruthy Woodring from Pedal People present the first Permaculture Farm tour by Bicycle .We will be traveling from the Montview Neighborhood Farm in Northampton, MA to the Laughing Dog Farm in Gill, MA all by bicycle! The tour date is Friday May 25th to Sunday May 27th. We will tour the farms, do hands on workshops,camp, cycle and dine with fresh home cooked meals. The cost of the tour is a sliding scale $150-$250. It includes:
six meals
a tour guide
a bike safety lesson and on tour bike mechanic
tours of both farms
two nights camping
hands on workshops
Part of the proceeds will be going to support both projects
If you are interested in attending please call or email 610-955-7168 or permacultureworkshop@gmail.com
FAQs
Q: How far is the trip? Do I have to have superperson strength to ride?
A:The distance between the two farms is between 25-30 miles, we will be following the Connecticut River north so the route is relatively flat with an uphill journy as we arrive in Gill. a quote from our bike mechanic and safey guide is "if you can ride ten miles with no problem then you should be able to make it."
Q: What if I ride all the time and want to get there sooner will I have to wait for everyone?
A: No, we will give out maps and turning points, if you want to ride ahead that is fine. You can ride as fast or as slow as you want. One of the guides will bring up the rear so that no one is left behind.
Q: Do I need my own touring bicycle?
A: There will be a few bikes for people to rent, but it would be great if you had your own or borrowed one. Its also good to get it tuned up before the ride. There is a bike lab in Northampton that helps people fix up their bikes contact me for more information.
Q: What do I pack?
A: Remember everything that you pack you, or someone else will have to haul-
Camping items
sleeping bag
sleeping pad
tent (we will coordinate these)
flashlight
cup, bowl, utensils
Biking items
Bike shorts if you have them
water bottles
panniers or other bike storage
sunscreen/bug juice
rain pants/jacket
