Living the Green Lifestyle
The environmental benefits of organic living attract followers who wish to learn, work, and play in an industry that benefits the health of both its adherents and the earth. For those wishing to learn more about the benefits of organic practices, there are a wealth of books, videos, and other media available.
Resources can be found not only in traditional bookstores and online sites such as Amazon, but also through many small farmers' own websites. Organic living can be a cause for many small, local farmers, and they often use every avenue available to them to get their message out.
Educational options range from university courses to farm workshops. Many local farming operations offer internships, tours, and other educational opportunities. On-site workshops for adults focus on topics like wool spinning and farming practices. School lectures and field trips are also sometimes offered. Full-time apprenticeships or internships, generally running the length of the growing season, are available for the individual interested in immersing themselves in the farming experience. Simple living quarters and healthy meals are usually included. This type of arrangement benefits both farmer and student, providing affordable labor for the business owner and significant hands-on, in-depth experience in all aspects of farming for the student.
Many organic farmers are also passionate about local and traditional arts and trades. They may help sponsor a local art festival, network with other businesses to promote local crafts and agriculture, or host a college student apprenticing in a traditional craft such as blacksmithing or woodworking. A dedication to sustainability may also lead to participation in environmental programs, for example, a research project about renewable energy.
Some farms also run bed-and-breakfast facilities or provide hostel-type accommodations for those looking for a pastoral getaway. Delicious organic, local produce and baked goods feature on daily menus. Walking and biking trails, snowshoeing, farm and garden tours, and other outdoor pursuits attract visitors.
Lastly, the Internet is an ideal place to connect with others in a local community who are interested in organics, whether they run a natural spa, organize special events, or just manage a plot at the community garden.
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Anthology Organic
Los Angeles, CA
feedback@anthologyplace.com
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Household; Cosmetics; Testimonials; Creams; Candles & Incense; Body Oils; Online Cosmetics; Salts; Skin Care; Vegetarianism & Veganism; Beauty; Household; Bath & Body
Region: California
www.anthologyplace.com/
Anthony's Beehive
1804 N1100 Rd
Lawrence, KS 66046
(762) 233-4483(BEEHIVE)
info@anthonysbeehive.com
Anthony's Beehive is a family owned business in northeast Kansas founded by a young man with special needs pursuing his passion offering variety natural products from the heart of the hive such as honey straws, honey sticks, beeswax, and lip balm.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Wholesalers; Testimonials; Recipes; Honey; Balms; Sauces
Region: Douglas County
www.anthonysbeehive.com/
Antiquity Oaks
PO Box 181
Cornell, IL 61319
(815) 358-2450
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; Reading; Textiles & Materials; Soaps; Blogs; Pork; Eggs; Milk; Mushrooms; Syrups; Free Range Poultry
Region: Livingston County
www.antiquityoaks.com/
Appalachia Star
163 Shaeffers Hollow Ln
Roseland, VA 22967
(434) 277-9304
appalachiastar@netzero.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; CSA Farms; Employment / Internship
Region: Nelson County
www.appalachiastar.com/
Appalachian Farmer's Market
(423) 477-3211
(423) 753-6902
lilsprouts@appfarmersmarket.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Lifestyle; Farmers' Markets; Recipes; Food & Drink; Family Fun
Region: Tennessee
www.appfarmersmarket.com/
Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project
306 W Haywood St
Asheville, NC 28801
The Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) is a Western North Carolina community-based collaborative focused on sustaining farms and rural communities.
Categories: Lifestyle; Programs; Associations & Groups; Organizations; Community Supported
Region: Buncombe County
www.asapconnections.org/
Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project - ASAP
306 W Haywood St
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 236-1282
info@buyappalachian.org
Categories: Lifestyle; Directories
Region: Buncombe County
www.buyappalachian.org/
Appenzell Farm
1146 E 4400 N
Hyde Park, UT 84318
(435) 535-1121
us@appenzellfarm.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; Blogs; Free Range Eggs; Free Range Poultry
Region: Cache County
www.appenzellfarm.com/
Apple Jack Creek
info@applejackcreek.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Reading; Blogs; Wools; Pasture Raised Lamb; Ointments
Region: Canada
www.applejackcreek.com/
Apple Ridge Farm
RD 3 Box 3139
Saylorsburg, PA 18353
(610) 381-6152
Applefrm@ptd.net
Apple Ridge Farm and the Stone Oven Bakery located in Saylorsburg, PA, specialize in naturally grown produce and artisan wood fired brick oven breads.
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; Blogs; Free Range Eggs; Free Range Poultry; Baked Goods
Region: Monroe County
www.appleridge.net/
Applebean Farm
Rainier, OR 97048
(503) 728-0238
applebeanfarm@gmail.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; CSA Farms; Blogs; Free Range Eggs; Herbs
Region: Columbia County
applebeanfarm.wordpress.com/
Appleby Community Farm
11825 N US Hwy 59
Nacogdoches, TX 75965
(936) 205-4821
cindy@applebycommunityfarm.com
We provide local, organic veggies to our members weekly. We are a CSA and accepting new members. Come check us out!
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; CSA Farms; Recipes; Herbs
Region: Nacogdoches County
www.applebycommunityfarm.com/
Applecheek Farm
567 McFarlane Rd
Hyde Park, VT 05655
(802) 888-4482
applecheek@pshift.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Reading; Testimonials; CSA Farms; Blogs; Milk; Free Range Eggs; Free Range Poultry; Body Oils; Grass-Fed Beef
Region: Lamoille County
www.applecheekfarm.com/
Aprovecho
80574 Hazelton Rd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
(541) 942-8198
info@aprovecho.org
Aprovecho is a non-profit research and education center located on 40-acres outside of Cottage Grove, OR. Aprovecho offers internships, classes, field trips, and public demonstrations on sustainable forestry, appropriate technology, organic agriculture, permaculture and more. At Aprovecho, the outdoors is your classroom and you will have a unique opportunity to experience your education hands-on.
Categories: Lifestyle; Reading; Workshops; Information; Education; Literature; Employment / Internship
Region: Lane County
www.aprovecho.net/
Aragon Alpacas
33005 Dillard Rd
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 912-0782
We are breeding for fineness in brown and black fleece on the west coast.
Categories: Lifestyle; Reading; Blogs; Alpaca
Region: Lane County
www.aragonalpacas.com/
Arcana Gardens & Greenhouses
Schillhammer Rd
Jericho, VT 05465
(802) 899-5123
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; CSA Farms; Blogs; Jams & Jellies; Canned Goods; Teas; Herbs; Fruits & Vegetables
Region: Chittenden County
www.arcana.ws/
Arctic Organics
1305 N Smith Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 746-1087
info@arcticorganics.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; CSA Farms; Fruits & Vegetables; Employment / Internship; Farm Stands
Region: Alaska
www.arcticorganics.com/
Argos Farm Equestrian Center, LLC.
1250 Lacey Rd
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 693-3513
angela@argosfarm.com
Categories: Lifestyle; Corporations; Events; Organizations; Corn Mazes; Pumpkin Patches; Family Fun
Region: Ocean County
www.argosfarm.com/
Arizona Community Farmers Markets
4700 E Warner Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
Arizona farmers' markets serving the greater Phoenix area including Scottsdale, Mesa, Carefree, Glendale, Buckeye, and Ahwatukee. Farm fresh locally grown produce, dairy, food products, and arts by local artisans.
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Lifestyle; Farmers' Markets; Food & Drink; Events; Family Fun
Region: Maricopa County
www.arizonafarmersmarkets.com/
Arlington Farmers Market
20 Russell St
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 858-8629
manager@farmersmarketarlington.org
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Lifestyle; Farmers' Markets; Recipes; Food & Drink; Family Fun
Region: Middlesex County
www.farmersmarketarlington.org/