Buy Haywood Releases 2016 Agritourism Guide

Buy Haywood’s “Find your Adventure! 2016 Agritourism Guide” has been released. Printed guides are free and can be found at locations across Haywood County.

Locations include the Haywood County Visitor Center, Haywood Chamber of Commerce and other sites throughout the county. The complete list of locations is listed at www.BuyHaywood.com.

Agritourism as an enterprise is being hailed as a primary force in our modern economy drawing millions of visitors to North Carolina who spend upwards of $13 billion dollars each year. “The 2016 Agritourism Guide has been designed to appeal to a vibrant and diverse traveler—from empty nesters to modern families,” says Tina Masciarelli, Buy Haywood Project Coordinator. “This unique and popular publication crisscrosses Haywood offering year round opportunities to enjoy a variety of experiences celebrating our rich farming and agricultural heritage.”

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The 2016 Guide includes: farmer and tailgate markets, roadside stands, on farm markets, U Pick farms, specialty retail shops, rustic hospitality venues, historic preservation and local gardens, Christmas tree farms, plant nurseries, a 2016 Calendar of heritage related events, a listing of farm-to-table restaurant and other local flavor entertainment spots. The guide also features a spectacular hand drawn map of Haywood County by local naturalist, Ken Czarnomski, breathtaking photos by Ed Kelley, and a delicious Summer Fruit Salsa recipe from Chef Jackie Blevins of Perfectly Seasoned.

Buy Haywood is a project of the Haywood Advancement Foundation. Agritourism efforts receive vital support the Haywood Advancement Foundation, Bethel Rural Community Organization, Haywood County Tourism Authority and other stakeholders.

A digital version of the guide is available for download.