Diggin’ on the Farm
Join us on the farm for an unforgettable experience with your local farmer!
Diggin’ on the Farm connects you to the heart of agriculture. Gain a deeper appreciation for the local food system through hands-on learning in a real-world setting. Learn about the impact of sustainable farming and regenerative agriculture practices from a farmer doing the work.
Program Details
What to Know
Farm tours are for schools, families, corporate events, and community members of all ages.
Tours typically are held from 10am–12:30pm, with the opportunity to enjoy a packed picnic lunch on-site.
Farm tours require a minimum of 20 participants.
Tour fees are $20 per participant.
Farm tours are for all ages, with some farms preferring school-aged kids and up.
AIM does not provide transportation.
Learn more about each farm below!
Our farm partners and locations
Mimi Luebberman and Mrs. Dragonfly offer comprehensive field trips to Windrush Farm where you can feed sheep, spin wool, learn about pond life, and make connections between the environment and agriculture. These engaging, hands-on trips are available for kindergarten age and up.
Please note: Windrush requires a minimum of 40 participants to book a trip. Smaller groups can book at a flat fee.
Availability: March through the 1st week of June.
Download driving directions here.
Check out Diggin’s video of Windrush Farm here!
Windrush Farm Fiber Arts, Petaluma
Indian Valley Organic Farm & Garden teaches the community about sustainable agriculture methods, including integrated pest management, pollinator habitats, crop rotation, and solar power. Come learn about plants and insects! Good for all aged groups.
Availability: Fall and Spring
Download driving directions here.
Indian Valley Organic Farm, Novato
AIM educators teach about pollinator species, how diversity contributes to a healthy agricultural landscape, and the various aspects of organic row-crop framing. Start with a trail walk into the farm followed by a tour of the farm, green house, and educational gardens.
Trips for 1st grade-up.
Availability: Year-round
Download driving directions here.
Check out Diggin’s video of Green Gulch Farm here!
Green Gulch Farm, Muir Beach
At 4.5 acres, Alemany Farm is the largest agricultural site in San Francisco. A community fixture, the farm shows folks how food can be grown in a city, and is available to harvest by anyone at no cost. Tour the farm and get your hands dirty!
Availability: Year-Round
Download driving directions here.
Alemany Farm, San Francisco
Learn about where milk comes from, how local ranchers care for dairy cows, and how dairy farming fits in with our natural environment. Lessons are led by Karen and John Taylor, owners of Bivalve Dairy and Bianchini Ranch. Tours are for kindergarten age and up.
Availability: Spring tours only
Download driving directions here.
Check out Diggin’s video of Bivalve Dairy here!
Bivalve Dairy, Point Reyes
Isaiah Powell has transformed a neglected corner in SF’s Bayview district into a thriving community garden and pollinator habitat. Learn about urban wildlife habitats, social justice, land stewardship, growing food in the city, and get a chance to get your hands dirty in the soil!
Availability: Year-Round
Download driving directions here.
Check Diggin’s video of Dragonspunk GRO here!
Dragonspunk GRO, San Francisco
Learn about direct farm to consumer sales at Gospel Flat’s honor-based farm stand. Farmer Mickey Murch will lead you through the practices of a small-scale organic farm. Farm tours are for 3rd grade-up.
Availability: Fall and Spring
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Check Diggin’s video of Gospel Flat Farm here!
Gospel Flat Farm, Bolinas
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