Catching up on Bramble Hill Farm at the present time
Bramble Hill Farm is a 120-acre ecological laboratory, educational farm, and community. Its mission is to encourage and support organic, sustainable farming and learning through the natural world in any practical or creative expression. It is home to Old Friends Farm, an organic vegetable and flower farm, The Open Field Foundation, and several households. It is both a working farm and private living space, and for years we have welcomed neighbors to walk here. As the years have gone on however, and especially because of COVID, news of a place to walk has spread widely. We love to see friendly faces around the farm but the increased number of visitors has started to interfere with the farm's work and impact ecologically sensitive habitat. As a result, we have decided that parking at the farm is closed until further notice and that those who walk into the farm respect the following guidelines:
Thank you for your understanding as we try to navigate this challenging time. If you have any questions please email us at bramblehillfarmamherst@gmail.com.
Trail Updates:
We have received several strong storms this summer that brought high winds and heavy rain. The perimeter trail, which is normally a loop trail, is currently blocked by downed trees and flooding in several areas. We have also not been able to mow some sections because the soil has been too wet and as a result the grass has grown tall. Please use caution when walking the trails and use at your own risk.
***Please note that Bramble Hill Farm is not a venue. We do not host or rent facilities for private events including weddings and photoshoots.
Bramble Hill Farm is a 120-acre ecological laboratory, educational farm, and community. Its mission is to encourage and support organic, sustainable farming and learning through the natural world in any practical or creative expression. It is home to Old Friends Farm, an organic vegetable and flower farm, The Open Field Foundation, and several households. It is both a working farm and private living space, and for years we have welcomed neighbors to walk here. As the years have gone on however, and especially because of COVID, news of a place to walk has spread widely. We love to see friendly faces around the farm but the increased number of visitors has started to interfere with the farm's work and impact ecologically sensitive habitat. As a result, we have decided that parking at the farm is closed until further notice and that those who walk into the farm respect the following guidelines:
- Practice social distancing and wear a mask when that is not possible.
- Leave no trace. This means picking up after your dogs and carrying out what you carry in including trash and food waste. Do not feed or leave food behind for wildlife.
- Walk on the main path and perimeter trail only.
- Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
- Stay out of all buildings.
- Walk with awareness of farm vehicles, farm activity, and other walkers.
- No foraging, gleaning, or taking produce from the farm. Remember that there are farmers working for their living here. If you are interested in purchasing vegetables or flowers, you can order online from Old Friends Farm here.
- No groups meetings at the farm.
- Please look at signs and read the Bramble Hill website each time you visit the property, as changes to access will be updated as needed.
- Protect yourself from ticks and tick-borne illness.
- Please remember this is a private place, not a public park. We are not equipped to manage a high volume of visitors.
Thank you for your understanding as we try to navigate this challenging time. If you have any questions please email us at bramblehillfarmamherst@gmail.com.
Trail Updates:
We have received several strong storms this summer that brought high winds and heavy rain. The perimeter trail, which is normally a loop trail, is currently blocked by downed trees and flooding in several areas. We have also not been able to mow some sections because the soil has been too wet and as a result the grass has grown tall. Please use caution when walking the trails and use at your own risk.
***Please note that Bramble Hill Farm is not a venue. We do not host or rent facilities for private events including weddings and photoshoots.
 Bramble Hill Farm
Bramble Hill Farm provides living and working spaces for a range of people and projects that test innovative ways to build a sustainable, healthy, and creative farm-centered community that benefits the broader population. The 120 acre farm is located in Amherst, MA and is supported by the Open Field Foundation. Find us here. |
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