Open Farm Day host farms who want to share event planning ideas, network with peers, and get a refresher about planning resources are encouraged to attend the upcoming webinar.
When: 4:00 PM, Wednesday, April 17, 2024
How to participate in the webinar:
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Sign up your farm for Maine's Open Farm Day by April 15 for webinar invite
- On April 17, Open Farm Day organizers will email a link to join the online meeting.
- If you don't receive your invite on April 17 by 3 p.m., please email organizers for help.
- It's recommended attendees join live from a computer or mobile device for this interactive online meeting.
The sign up steps are different for farms that already have a Real Maine account and farms that are not yet Real Maine members.
After you sign up: use the event resources to guide your planning. You are welcome to read about promotions and see the growing list of farms.
- Open the Current Member OFD Sign Up Form
- Enter your email address (typically your farm email address) and password for your Real Maine membership account
- Follow the instructions and submit the form
Helpful reminders about your account:
Watch this introductory video about common topics for farms consider when first joining this event.
- If you want to be included in Real Maine's Open Farm Day promotions, you must opt in by May 1, 2024.
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View the curent list of 2024 host farms Reminder: Updates typically happen after a weeknight database refresh. It may take at least 24 hours to view the updates at the Real Maine website. Contact us for help
- Real Maine offers statewide promotions (print, radio, web and news stories) to encourage visitors to meet participating farms on Open Farm Day.
- Real Maine's summer print publication includes Open Farm Day host farms and the business name, town and Real Maine membership contact info View past publications for examples
- You can submit a customized description and event hours to appear on the online event calendar. Most farms are open 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, but they have the option to customize their schedule.
- Use the "Submit an Event" feature in the member portal Tip: submit any event requests at least 3-4 weeks - if not sooner - before an event date.
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