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Welcoming Guests Back on Our Farms and Ranches
September 22, 2020 @ 12:00 pm
Welcoming Guests Back on Our Farms and Ranches
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
12pm Eastern time
As COVID-19 restrictions ease in some parts of the world, travelers are seeking safe, healthy, outdoor experiences away from crowds— leading to a surge in demand for farm experiences. Join agritourism operators from Italy, India, and the USA for a discussion about how to safely open farm stays and prepare for overnight guests during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hear what is working and what is not, and come prepared to share your experiences and questions.
Moderator: Lisa Chase, University of Vermont Extension and Vermont Tourism Research Center
Speakers: Scottie Jones, Leaping Lamb Farm (Oregon, USA) and Farm Stay USA • Elisabeth DeCoster, Le Mole sul Farfa (Mompeo, Italy) • Harkirat Ahluwalia, Citrus County (Punjab, India)
Register in advance here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom meeting. To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Becky Bartlett at 802-257-7967 or Rebecca.Bartlett@uvm.edu so we may assist you.