Folk & Field Passport; Makers’ Experiences
Expiration: Dec 20th 2026
Be sure to contact each agricultural tourism destination for Workshop Dates, Times and Fees.
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Join us at 10:00am on Saturday, August 1st for a new cookie decorating workshop at Skelly's Farm Market.
All participants get 6 pre-baked sugar cookies and all decoratingmaterials needed to create beautiful sunflower-themed cookies to enjoy!Learn the techniques the professionals use! Check out The Icing Lab'sFacebook page here. This class is very beginner friendly and is bestsuited for ages 16+.
Cost is $45.00/person, and includes 6 cookies, all decorating materials,professional instruction, admission to Skelly's sunflower field, and acoupon for a beverage of your choice.
The class is limited to 15 participants, so act quickly! This will sell out!
Join us at the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival for three days of hands-on learning, expert demonstrations, and over 100 inspiring workshops at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, September 11–13. Located at 503 N. Jackson Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549.
These Workshops bring together shepherds, fiber artists, and enthusiasts to explore spinning, felting, dyeing, breeding, and carcass evaluation, with practical sessions.
Discover innovative techniques, sustainable practices, and community connections in a welcoming, hands-on workshop environment.
Classes are Thursday-Sunday, click this link to learn more.
Learn a “no need to knead” method of bread making in my kitchen as well as enjoy the heavenly smells & taste of fresh baked bread. Learning to use a Dutch oven included.
Learn the lost culinary arts of “putting food up” and the food artisan skills of pressure and water bath canning, fermenting, making meals from scratch, baking and cooking from whole foods and jam/jelly making. We invite you to make memories, eat great food and gain skills you really can use! Classes can be added to your stay at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Make your own homemade slow Roasted Beef Broth for the most delicious stock that makes perfect stews, soups, and roasts. It is often call liquid gold in Country Farm Kitchens.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Join us for Breakfast Scones 101, a cozy culinary class at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast. Located at E 4681 County Road S, Reedsburg, WI, this hands-on session guides you through the fundamentals of perfecting classic scones—from tender crumb to golden crust. Learn butter-blending techniques, flaky pastry secrets, and flavorful mix-ins in a warm, farmhouse-inspired setting. Afterward, enjoy a freshly baked batch alongside our farm-fresh breakfast offerings. Perfect for weekend learners and guests seeking a delicious, comforting start to their day.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
In this guided Sunflower Wood Sign Workshop at Skelly's Farm Market, you’ll paint and assemble a stunning layered sunflower wood sign—featuring bold petals, rich fall inspired tones, and a modern geometric backdrop that makes this piece truly stand out.
You’ll customize your sign with your own color palette, whether you lean classic sunflower or add your own creative twist. No experience needed—this is a relaxed, beginner-friendly class with guidance available throughout, while still giving you plenty of room to make it your own.
Price is $45.00/person, and includes all materials for the class, step-by-step instruction, admission to the sunflower field, and a coupon from Skelly's for a beverage of your choice and an ice cream treat.
Leave with a beautiful, handcrafted piece that captures the warmth ofthe season!
Join us at Wolf and Fox Winery for a savory Charcuterie Workshop, where artisanal boards come to life. Guided by our expert staff, learn pairing principles, knife skills, and the art of balancing textures and flavors with seasonal cheeses, cured meats, and house-made accoutrements. Discover tasteful combinations, presentation tips, and how to elevate your next gathering. Address: W1139 Lime Kiln Rd, New Holstein, WI 53061, US.
Join us for Curd It Yourself!, a hands-on Cheese Making Workshop at Four Winds Farm Fitchburg.
Call for this workshop. Workshops must have advanced tickets.
Learn how you can Curd it Yourself! Join expert Ian Kozaczek, Licensed Cheese Maker and Cheese Researcher, as he facilitates a hands-on cheese making experience.
Participants will learn about the fundamentals of cheese in a fun, informal group environment. They will learn how to make three different types of homestyle cheese – Mozzarella, Ricotta, and Mysost – that can be recreated in their own kitchens. The class will offer taste-tests, recipes, connections, and the opportunity to engage with a certified cheese enthusiast and extraordinaire!
About the Instructor:
Ian is a Licensed Cheese Maker and a Certified Pasteurizer. He first started his cheesemaking journey outside of the 'make room'. Ian was a cheesemonger for over 6 years before dipping his hands into a vat.
Originally from New England, Ian had always heard of America's Dairyland, but didn't fully understand what that meant until moving to Madison 4 years ago. As the manager of the Madison staple, Fromagination, he was introduced to many world renowned, artisanal cheese makers and realized that he'd be honored to join their ranks. Ian now works at the Center For Dairy Research as a Cheese Researcher. Now, almost daily, he discovers some new quality or characteristic of a cheese (while getting to eat plenty of it too). Ian is excited to share his knowledge while teaching classes at Four Winds!
All flower DYI Wedding Flower workshops, and on-farm events require advance ticket purchase through First Roots Farm website. website.
For the DIY bride - beautiful handpicked wedding flowers ready for you to design and make your own.
First Roots Farm helps DIY brides select the best wedding flowers for their style and vision. Their carefully curated blooms ensure florist-quality arrangements for couples looking to create stunning, personalized florals
First Roots Farm is a family-owned flower farm and wedding florist in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. We design wedding florals and grow 2 acres of specialty cut flowers for weddings, our Flower CSA, local businesses, The Flower Bar, flower uPicks, photography sessions, and seasonal agricultural tourism experiences.
First Roots Farm believes in growing wild, picking joy, and letting yourself bloom!
Join us at Fruit Salsa Workshop at Valley Springs Farm, tucked in the heart of Wisconsin’s dairy country. Set on E 4681 County Road S in Reedsburg, WI, this hands-on session blends fresh, seasonal fruits with a zesty salsa flair. Learn chopping techniques, balance sweet and tangy flavors, and discover creative pairings using farm-fresh produce. A fun, flavorful workshop perfect for cooks of all levels looking to bring a bright, orchard-picked twist to their everyday snacking. Learn how to serve mango or peach salsa (rather than just with chips) and water bath canning to preserve this delightful relish.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Join us for a sparkling Glass Painting Workshop at Country Lavender & Orchard in Kiel. Create colorful, personalized glass art using simple techniques, guided by our experienced instructors.
All materials are provided, and you'll leave with your own one-of-a-kind piece to cherish or gift. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and a sense of whimsy. 12819 WI-67, Kiel, WI 53042.
Gourmet Jams & jellies most commonly made from fruits can be made from vegetables, flowers, & wines. Explore in Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast kitchen some of the fun gourmet jellies – flower jellies (in season), herb jelly, & wine jelly – while learning the basics of safe water bath canning.
Enjoy welcoming, seasonal selections crafted with natural ingredients, local sweetness, and a rustic Wisconsin charm that complements a restful stay at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Experience Grandma’s Homemade Pie Workshop at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast is a comforting, seasonal favorite served in a warm, homelike setting. Made with love from farm-fresh ingredients, each slice features a flaky crust and fruity fillings that capture nostalgia and the simple goodness of country life. Enjoy a perfect finish to your stay in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, where hospitality and home-baked pie go hand in hand.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Kids in the Kitchen Workshop at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast invites young chefs to explore hands-on cooking in a cozy countryside setting. Located at E4681 County Road S, Reedsburg, WI 53969, this engaging program blends fresh-air farm vibes with fundamentals of measuring, mixing, and delicious kitchen creativity. Kids will learn safety skills, kitchen etiquette, and teamwork while preparing simple, tasty dishes using farm-fresh ingredients from our welcoming rural retreat. A fun, educational experience that feeds curiosity and appetite alike. Homemade pretzels and ice cream are on the menu but recipes will be chosen to be age appropriate. Ages 5 – 12 yrs. old with a parent/guardian present.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Lavender Wand Weaving Workshop on the Glen - Glen Innish Lavender Farm
Spend a quiet moment creating something both beautiful and lasting. Join us anytime on August 21st between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM for a hands-on lavender wand weaving experience, where fresh stems are carefully woven with ribbon to create a fragrant keepsake to take home.
This traditional craft is simple, rhythmic, and deeply connected to the season — no experience needed. This is a relaxed, guided experience designed to move at an easy pace.
Stay for a short while or take your time as you work. The Snug will be open with lavender lemonade, lavender fizz, tea, and a selection of beverages and snacks to enjoy during your visit.
After your wand is complete, you’re welcome to continue your time on the farm — explore the shop, walk the trails, and enjoy the Glen at your own pace. $35 per person - includes up to 2 wands
Needle Felting Class
Join multi-talented local artist, Jaroslava Sobiskova, for a Spring Needle Felting Class. In this engaging class, you'll learn the art of needle felting to create stunning pieces to display in your home. You'll learn how to manipulate wool fibers with a barbed needle to create texture, depth, and detail. You'll get the choice of learning on a trivet or a set of two coasters. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Join us and unleash your creativity as you craft your own unique piece of felted art!
*Fee: $45 (includes materials)
*Space is limited to 24 participants.
*All sales final; we do not issue refunds.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
A native of the Czech Republic, Sobiskova came to the United States in 1986 seeking a life of greater artistic freedom than was possible in Communist-ruled Czechoslovakia. Earning a BFA degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1993, Sobiskova returned to the Czech Republic to participate in that country’s working as an artistic consultant for the Civic Forum Foundation there for one year. She later returned to the US and operated a private gallery in Chicago while doing commission work in painting and murals. She later settled in Madison, Wisconsin with her family, where the rural setting and rolling hills remind her of her native Bohemia. She continues to receive accolades for her award-winning work. Jaroslava learned this egg-decorating method growing up in Czechoslovakia. Jaroslava will talk about the history of recoloring, regional traditions, and tools that are used to create a variety of effects.
Pressure Canning Made Easy at Valley Springs Farm Bed & Breakfast offers hands-on, friendly guidance for safely preserving your harvest. Learn beginner-to-intermediate techniques using our well-equipped, field-to-fork kitchen in a cozy, rural setting at E 4681 County Road S, Reedsburg, WI 53959.
This canning technique often intimidates beginner food preservers due to the “pressure” needed to seal in the vegetable or meat flavor. Learn step by step to correctly using a pressure canner to make a delicious vegetable soup for you to take home.
$40/person per workshop
Includes supplies and finished product to take home.
Add to your reservation when you book your room.
https://valleyspringsfarmbb.com/on-the-farm-classes-workshops/
Sourdough Workshop at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center.
Master the art of sourdough bread baking in this hands-on workshop. Designed for all experience levels, this class walks you through the steps and techniques of making sourdough from start to finish. You will be guided through the mixing, bulk fermentation, shaping, baking and troubleshooting throughout the process.
Leave with sourdough starter, grain mixture, and new skills to confidently continue baking at home.
Plan now for 2027. These design classes have sold out for the past two years.
Unleash your inner floral artist — and have a blooming good time!
This hands-on class is perfect for both beginners and seasoned flower lovers. Let your creativity blossom as beautifully as the thousands of peonies at our farm. You will be gently guided through the process of creating your own floral design to take home — using the peonies you select yourself.
Our farm will be open exclusively for your class. We will walk the long rows of peonies together, hand-selecting the perfect stems for your arrangement.
Class size is limited to 12 guests — to ensure a personal + immersive experience.
Please Note:
Peonies will be harvested + reserved specifically for you — therefore no refunds will be issued for this workshop.
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to send a friend in your place.
Mother Nature is in charge of the weather!
If needed, class will be moved indoors to the Peony Boutique.
This 2-hour class will turn you into a professional painter! Join Tannisfrom Art-Vark Studios Paint 'n Sip for this special sunflower-themedcanvas painting class! For $45/person, you get professional step-by-step instruction on how to paint your canvas, all painting materials, admission to our sunflower field, a coupon for a beverage of your choice (cold brew coffee, lemonade, soda, etc.), and a donut to eat while painting! These classes fill up quickly, so book your spot now. Advanced tickets required.
$46.00
($45.00 + $1.00 fee). Online Tickets
Join the Tea Party: Learn to Grow Tea in Your Own Backyard workshop at Gigi's Farm and discover how to cultivate fresh tea right in your garden. Located at W2892 Popple River Rd, Unity, WI 54488, US, this hands-on workshop covers plant selection, harvesting, and simple processing techniques to enjoy fragrant, homegrown tea from start to sip.
Learn to Grow Tea in Your Own Backyard workshop at Gigi's Farm and discover how to cultivate fresh tea right in your garden. Located at W2892 Popple River Rd, Unity, WI 54488, US, this hands-on workshop covers plant selection, harvesting, and simple processing techniques to enjoy fragrant, homegrown tea from start to sip.
Cap off the workshop with a Tour of Gigi's Flower Farm.
Experience an immersive Top-to-Tail lamb harvest and butchery intensive at Circle M Farm.
Nestled at 1784 County Hwy H, Blanchardville, WI 53516, this hands-on program guides you through every stage—from humane animal handling and ethical slaughter to meticulous butchery and traditional cuts.
Learn sustainable farming practices, knife skills, meat processing, and safe, hygienic techniques, all within a supportive, farm-to-table setting.
Perfect for aspiring farmers, farmers’ market vendors, or curious food enthusiasts looking to deepen their connection to the lamb supply chain.
Each day will start with hot coffee and conclude with a homemade lamb lunch!
Sessions will be taught by Heather Oppor, Master Meat Crafter and butchery instructor at Madison College and Southwest Tech and assisted by Nathan Fredrickson, butcher at Meat People in Monona, and Heidi Hoff, Vice President of Meatsmith Co-op.
Questions? Call Shannon Marion, farm owner, at 608-558-0266 or email at rshannonmarion@gmail.com
Wreath & Porch Pot Workshops hosted by Country Roots Corn Maze & Market. We bring all the equipment and supplies to your workspace and show you the basics, then we let your creative side shine.
Please contact us for availability and pricing.
Country Roots Corn Maze & Market is a family-friendly agricultural tourism destination in Loganville, WI. Located at E4637 WI-154, the farm offers a seasonal corn maze, friendly farm animals, fresh produce, regional goodies, and a cozy market featuring locally sourced goods. A welcoming rural experience, perfect for fall adventures and winter wreath and porch pot workshops. Plan for the 2026 Holiday Season today.