True Nature Country Fair

Farmers, homebuilders, craftspeople, restaurateurs, social and political activists, and conscious consumers of the Southern Appalachians gather together for a weekend of local food, sustainable product trade show, plant walks, sustainable living workshops, a kids program, and more! 

     The True Nature Country Fair is a celebration of the heritage of the southern appalachians, with a focus on applying traditions in the future. Thus our mission: celebrating our heritage and cultivating our future.The focus on local, organic, and sustainable means that everything featured at the Fair is from the southern  Appalachian region and will be produced from resources that are at least 50% organic and/or sustainable. The exhibit areas include a farmers market, energy and shelter, health and healing, social and political action, and crafts. The education component includes workshops on gardening, farming, and homesteading, plus nature walks, a children's program, and small livestock displays.

The entrance fees for the Fair are $10 for adults, $3 for children ages 3-12, and free for children ages 2 and younger.

 The approach to displays and education at the Fair is totally experiential. Vendors of products are also teachers, as they demo how to use their products or services on a practical scale.  Businesses or organizations interested in participating in the Fair should contact Progam Manager Karen Vizzina at earthstarnc@earthlink.net or 828.342.1849

photo credit: Ron Roman