Grain Bin Getaway with Brent and Christy Nie
Have you thought about renting your rural property for overnight stays? Hear how Loess Hills property owners became top-rated Airbnb Superhosts after they repurposed an old grain bin into a tiny house and public response exceeded their expectations. Take a rare peek inside this beautifully designed country getaway, and learn about navigating the world of short-term rentals from creative, business-savvy entrepreneurs. Facebook: The Nie Grain Bin
Sawmill Hollow Aronia Berries with Vaughn and Cindy Pittz
Aronia berries are often called a superfruit because of their high antioxidant activity. Sawmill Hollow Farm was a pioneer in cultivating this native berry for food production and developing a product line from the deep purple fruit. Tour participants will be treated to a farm-to-table aronia berry lunch in a beautiful Loess Hills setting while learning about this alternative crop, and how this family utilizes it for agritourism. The meal and farm visit will end with a Q&A session and aronia berry wine tasting. sawmillhollow.com
Loess Hills Lavender Farm with Tracy Porter and Mary Hamer
Lavender is used for floral arrangements, hand creams, air fresheners, and essential oils. Participants in this tour will have a chance to eat it! Our hosts will provide lavender lemonade and lavender blossom cookies as they share how this agritourism farm began, how it overcame hurdles, and how the expanded farm operates today. Participants may also explore the farm’s lavender plants and products as they hear the owner’s vision for the future. loesshillslavender.com
