Gifts - Free Meal - Garden Tour

Agenda Highlights:

●      1:00 PM - Welcome & Networking
Kick off the day with an introduction to the Western Upper Peninsula Food Systems Collaborative (WUPFSC) and a chance to mingle.

●      1:30 PM - Enjoy a Local Feast!
Indulge in a delicious spread of locally sourced food and beverages catered by Rez Robins. Water and apple cider will be provided, along with wild rice soup, fry bread, and squash.

●      2:00 PM - Michigan Fresh Fish: From Water to Table
Learn about Michigan’s local fisheries and aquaculture from Lauren Jescovitch, an Extension Educator with Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Sea Grant. Get hands-on with a fish-cooking demonstration and gain confidence in handling and preparing local seafood.

●      3:00 PM - DIGS Garden Tour
Conclude the day with a guided tour of the beautiful DIGS Garden, teaching kitchen, and fish processing facility, learning more about sustainable gardening and local foodways.

Why Attend?
This event is perfect for anyone passionate about local food. Whether you’re a local food enthusiast, a home or market gardener, or simply looking to engage with your community, the Fall Harvest Gathering offers something for everyone. Gifts will be provided!