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SUMMARY:7th Annual Plow Day
DESCRIPTION:Take a ride inland to Sterling\, Connecticut and slow things down for a while. Out here\, the pace shifts… open fields\, early spring air\, and the steady rhythm of teams of oxen working the soil the way it’s been done for generations. It’s not a show in the usual sense. It’s quiet\, deliberate\, and strangely calming to watch\, the kind of moment where you just stand there a little longer than you expected. \nAs the fields turn over\, there’s that unmistakable feeling that the season is starting to wake up. Rows take shape\, the ground softens\, and everything feels like it’s just about to begin again. It’s simple\, but it sticks with you… a reminder of how much work and patience goes into something as basic as planting a garden. \nBefore you head out\, step into the greenhouse and take a look around. Early plantings\, fresh starts\, and a chance to get ideas moving for your own space back home. It’s a small detour from the coast\, but one that trades noise for something quieter… a little more grounded\, and worth the drive.
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LOCATION:Betsy’s Stand\, 633 Ekonk Hill Road\, Sterling\, CT\, 06354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Scott's Yankee Farmer Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:There’s something about that first real morning of the season at a garden center… the air still a little cool\, the sun finally doing its job\, and everything around you starting to feel alive again. Scott’s Yankee Farmer opens the doors for the season on Friday\, May 1 at 9 AM\, and the greenhouses are already full—rows of vibrant veggie plants\, fresh herbs\, colorful annuals\, and hanging baskets just waiting to find a new home. It’s the kind of place you walk into planning to “just take a look”… and leave with a car full of possibilities. Whether you’re planting your first container or mapping out a full backyard garden\, it’s an easy\, beautiful way to step into spring and get your hands back in the dirt.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/scotts-yankee-farmer-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Scott’s Yankee Farmer\, 436 Boston Post Road\, East Lyme\, CT\, 06333\, United States
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SUMMARY:Intro to Cow Work
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! April 25th. Intro. to cow work.\nAre you interested in trying out ranch sorting\, but would like to learn more about it before competing? Do you have a horse you’d like to expose to cattle\, or a horse you’d like to gain confidence around cattle? This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about ranch sorting in a relaxed and fun environment. Learn the basic rules of ranch sorting\, let your horse move around within a small herd of cattle\, and practice cutting cows out of the herd one at a time.\n\nDetailsPorter Family Farm will provide:10 head of cattle with number bands2 clinicians3 hours of instruction time (12 rider limit per clinic)
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/intro-to-cow-work/
LOCATION:Geoff Goodson Horsemanship\, 631 Old Colchester Road\, Salem\, CT\, 06420\, United States
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