Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County's diversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour.
Just choose the farms you wish to visit and go during the Stroll's time frame.
There is no charge for Farm Stroll. However, bring some cash. Individual farmers will be selling products and produce.
Some farms will conduct tours and demonstrations. Follow the farmers' instructions, respect the animals, and watch your children.
Do not bring pets. Wash your hands after exposure to livestock.
If accommodation is needed to participate, please call 815-338-3737
Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet an individual's access needs.
Farm Stroll 2026: Featured Farms
Wanda Farms | 17419 Hebron Rd., Harvard Wanda Farms is a first-generation regenerative farm operated by Joe and Hannah Wanda. They raise grass-fed beef, heritage pigs, pasture-raised chicken and laying hens. Their products are shipped directly to consumers via their e-commerce website. They are on a mission to help families conveniently eat healthier with better tasting, quality meats from a farmer they trust. Their farm store will be open. Farm tours and kids activities will be offered. Food Truck on site.
wandafarms.com (815) 323-4777. Toilets available.
Middlebury Farms | 10107 Alden Rd., Harvard
Middlebury Farms is owned and operated by Peter and Elizabeth Grubbe in the heart of McHenry County. Nestled on beautiful 20-acres, the farm cultivates 10 acres of certified organic vegetables, herbs, fruit, and flowers. Through their CSA program, farmers markets, and local restaurant partnerships, they bring fresh, seasonal food directly to their community. Stroll the fields and learn what it takes to farm organically in Northern Illinois. Fresh vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other farm products will be available for purchase. MiddleburyFarms.com
Toilets available.
Piscasaw Gardens | 9306 Lawrence Rd., Harvard
Piscasaw Gardens is a family-run farm operated by the Kinney family. Their mission is to cultivate community through the abundance of farming. Walk the flower fields, explore the farm, ride a hayrack, and taste fresh popcorn. Hourly field talks on how sweetcorn seed is produced right there on the property. Enjoy hayrides every 30 minutes, tour the popcorn kitchen with free samples, and eat authentic tacos with homemade condiments. Piscasaw.com (608)352-3236. Toilets available.
Jorge’s Farm | 6710 S Oak Grove Rd. Harvard
Jorge Guereca and family have run Jorge’s Farm since 2014. Their farm stand and “u-pick” is open summer through fall and will be open during the stroll. They supply to local and Chicago area grocery stores offering apples, sweet corn, tomatoes, pumpkins, squash, hot peppers and maíz blanco, as well as zinnias and sunflowers. Visit the chickens and goats too! Service provided in English and Spanish. Food truck on site. (815) 790-0018. Toilets available.
SunBerry Orchard | 2318 Greenwood Rd., Woodstock
Sergiy and Tanya Bazylyuk and family own SunBerry Orchard on 30 acres dedicated to diverse fruit production with over 150 apple varieties, from the newest hybrids to cherished heirlooms plus peaches, plums and apricots. Take hayrides to apple picking while savoring the fresh air and visit the pasture-raised animals. See ethical and sustainable farming practices. Their produce stand will be open with fruits and vegetables from the fields. sunberryorchardfarm.com; (847) 404-7555. Toilets available.
Hitch'N Post Alpaca and Llama Farm and Country Cottage | 1406 Park Lane Dr., WoodstockJeff, CJ and daughter Julie welcome you to visit their farm! They take great pride in presenting a farm that helps others. The VA sends veterans who struggle with PTSD to work with our gentle animals and find peace in their lives again. The Country Cottage is filled with products, many of which are made from the fiber of our alpacas and llamas including blankets, yarn, socks, and much more. Vendors will be selling their artistic creations. hitchnpostalpacafarm.com (815) 979-6939
NEW! Maria’s Farm | 216 Menge Rd., Marengo Maria’s Farm is a first-generation lavender farm rooted in wellness, nature and connections. Explore the lavender fields and learn about its cultivation, plus experience forest, goat, bee and lavender therapy. This unique countryside offers agritourism retreats and hosts community events throughout the year combining agriculture, wellness, heritage and hospitality in a beautiful natural setting. Meet the farm animals and visit the Country Store full of lavender products, honey and handcrafted gifts. Mariaslavendarfarm.com (847) 606-5501 toilets Toilets available.
NEW! Operation Wild Horse | 605 S. Valley Hill Rd., Bull ValleyOperation Wild Horse is where two American icons meet: those who serve and protect and the wild horse. This pioneering program was built by the people it serves, veterans and first responders, designed to meet them where they are and committed to what comes next—trust, connection and change. Visitors can tour the grounds and watch demos from program participants. Vendors and local shops will be selling crafts and other items. Food truck on site. vetrr.org
Toilets available.
Garlic eScape | 14115 Kishwaukee Valley Rd., Woodstock
Art and Silvia Caines’ mission is to offer nutrient dense super foods and to educate about their healing potential. This certified organic Forest Farm grows garlic and medicinal herbs, grazes sheep and ducks and “tree-range” chickens. Learn how to grow ginger in IL and see an electro-agriculture demo in the high tunnel. Linda Karlen, certified ANFT guide, will offer two forest therapy walks at 11 and 2. Farm store will be open. Farm tours and activities offered. Garlicescape.com
Adama Farm | 18317 Garden Valley Rd., Marengo
This is a first-generation, no-till, regenerative farm run by Jessica Davies. The 63 acres are rooted in ecological stewardship, beauty, and nourishment. Over 40 varieties of vegetables and flowers are grown using WWOOF volunteers (learn more at the farm!). Adama focuses on soil health, biodiversity, and slow, intentional growing practices. Walk the gardens, pick pears in the orchard and purchase from their farm store. Bouquet making activities while supplies last. adamafarm.co. Toilets available.
NEW! Hasselmann Family Farm | 23706 Harmony Rd., Marengo The Hasselmanns have been farming in Chicagoland area since the late 1800’s and is now run by Scott and Nena. This regenerative farm ‘farrow to finish’ Berkshire hogs and pasture raise cows, sheep, and laying hens. They believe small farms are one of America’s greatest assets, so their mission is to provide healthy, nutrient-dense food through farmers markets and a home delivery service. Shop their Farm Store and enjoy live polka music 12-2:00. hasselmannfarm.com Food truck on site.
