Activities and Adventures
While enjoying the beautiful Bitterroot Valley, be sure to appreciate the sights and sounds of the working Permaculture Farmstead right outside your door. Daily, the crew at ABC acres is busy tending to livestock, maintaining food producing systems, and developing new earthwork projects to demonstrate Permaculture principles in an effort to promote Regenerative Agriculture practices. While a guest of ABC acres, stroll the many self-guided walking paths, enjoy a dip in the water and lose yourself to life on the farm!
Days on the Farm
As a guest of the farm, and from the comfort of your home or whilst strolling about the property, you may witness osprey fishing for trout in the waterway, farm staff running pasture irrigation, elk & deer grazing the pastures at dusk, any number of processes that go into the design and earthwork of a fully-functioning Permaculture system, and much much more. It is these on-farm experiences that give staying at ABC acres its uniqueness and charm.
As you settle into your stay, be sure to take in all the sights, sounds, and activities that ABC Acres has to offer. Self-guided walking maps will direct you around the property….take time to read the informational kiosks strategically positioned throughout, enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon rest alongside the Crater Garden recreation & picnic area, spend some time photographing the various livestock, watch the honey bees buzzing amongst the diverse plant selection or, better yet, grab a fishing pole and stroll down to the Bitterroot River to try your hand at hooking dinner! As a guest of the farm, many complementary activities await during your stay….it’s just a matter of how you might wish to spend your time.
Close to the Bitterroot River and Hamilton
Conveniently located just a few miles South of Hamilton, a short walk to the Bitterroot River, and bordered by picturesque farms and public lands, ABC acres provides an idyllic combination of wide-open spaces, wildlife, and outdoor adventure, while also remaining just minutes from the town’s happenings and city amenities. Be it fishing, hiking, or boating…golfing, skiing, or wine-tasting…grocery stores and dining….or rock climbing and hot air ballooning….whatever you might fancy, ABC acres is within it’s reach.
Complementary On-Farm Activities**:
- Self-guided tours and access to extensive Permaculture earthworks and ongoing projects (detailed map provided, and informational kiosks throughout the property).
- Abundant walking paths, rest areas, and scenic vistas.
- Bitterroot River access.
- Livestock and wildlife viewing/photography.
- Randomly scheduled ‘Movie Nights’, and ‘Fridays at Five’ socials.
- Crater Garden recreation & picnic area.
- Family Fun Playground.
Additional (for purchase) Activities, Products, and Services**:
- Fresh Eggs, and Pasture-raised Beef, Pork, and Poultry Sales, all ℅ ABC acres.
- A variety of other farm-fresh goods ℅ ABC acres (eg. jams, jellies, honey)
- Hour with the Farmer ℅ ABC acres – customizable discussion to cover specific topic(s) of your choosing.
- Farm Tour ℅ ABC acres – customizable excursion by foot w/ the Farm Management and/or Owner, visiting multiple project sites and discussing regenerative permaculture practices, including behind the scenes interaction with livestock and food production systems.
- Child & Adult Farm School Programs – access to ongoing activities being offered at ABC acres’ Educational Building, home to seasonal festivals, workshops, classes, and Riverstone School (www.riverstoneschoolmt.org).
- Fly Fishing Guide Services.
- ATV and Snowmobile Services.
- Scenic Rafting and Boat Trips.
- Guided Hikes, and Mountain Biking, Rock-Climbing.
- Horseback Riding.
- Hunting Access and Hunting Guide Services.
- Snow skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing.
- Professional Photography outings and instruction.
- Child Daycare services.
- Massage services.
- Golf, wine-tasting, gun ranges, hot air ballooning, paintball, and much more.
**please note that some products and services, either ℅ ABC acres or by 3rd party providers, are of a seasonal nature – please check with us directly for specific details and availability.
Contact Us Regarding Farm Stays & Vacation Rentals
Don’t hesitate to contact our Farm Stay Manager with any questions you might have, where/what you can explore, and how to best enjoy the abundance of on and off farm activities available. Beyond a place to simply rest your head, ABC acres is here to enhance your visit and help create memories for a lifetime.