January we have no events as most folks are getting over the busy holidays. but the farm is open to see the animals and visit the farm shop everyday but wed.

Animal husbandry &farming for profit. Feb 22 1-5 PM

This is the class for those that want more then a hobby. we will go over the basics of raising all livestock but also go through the breakdown of what to expect for costs, profit and how to know the numbers to make the farm pay for its self, or when you cut the losses.

signup at the farm shop, class is $20 per person

Garden Planning Class

March 22 1-5PM

Our most popular class, This is the class you sign up for to start thinking about the upcoming season. we talk about soils, companion planting, and overall how to grow the best garden here in the foothills.

Class is $20 per person signup at the farm store.

Chicken 101 Class

April 12, 1-5PM

New to chickens or just want to improve your skills this is a great class to learn the basics on raising chickens. we will dive into the breeds, feed, husbandry and all round chicken managment.

Anniversary weekend celebration 9-6 may 10-11

come celebrate another year of bringing the farm and our community closer together. we will be offering free farm tours every hour on the hour. some of our producers and friends will be joining us as well.

soap making class with bowness soapworks

may 11th (time to be released)

want to learn to make soap? melba from bowness soap works brings out all the equipment you need, great gift for mothers day weekend.

sausage and smoke

June 14th 1-5PM

this day is all about BBQ, come on out and do a sausage class with Nick. he will teach you how to make sausage and open up his big book of recipes for you to take home. after you make the sausage Hans from Maas BBQ will be out to teach you the ins and outs of smoking (BBQ) he will answer all your questions and make sure you leave ready to wow your friends all summer long.

(sign up for class in store or DM me to get on the list, class is $50 per person max 12 people )

Kids day

July 12th 9-noon

This day is just for the kids (parents are required to join, no drop off and run). Kids day is for the 7-14 year olds we will be doing chores on the farm. they will learn about where eggs come from to how our cows are raised. we will also be doing some gardening and they will be able to bring a seedling home to watch grow all summer.

cost is $10 per child can sign up in store or dm us.

Open Farm days weekend

Aug 16th & 17th 9-6pm

Open farm days is an Alberta wide event that opens up farms to the public and lets folks get closer to the agriculture around them. come visit us for free farm tours ever hour on the hour. we will also have other great things that will add as we get closer.

The ever popular 50 person long table dinner will be happening again. to sign up us online link (link is coming ) This dinner is made of food that comes right off the farm, sit in the middle of the garden space well enjoying its fruits of labor.

canning course

sept 13th 1-5pm

Learn the basics of canning this years harvest. This is a hands on course where you will learn how to can and perserve your food. A vital skill as inflation and grocery costs continue to rise.

Class is $60 per person, sign up at the farm store.

Haunted Hartell

october 24th, 25th and 26th (closed Halloween Night )

A spookaly good time here at the Hartell Homestead. Come check out the haunted barn during the day or night depending on how brave you are!

(no sign up needed just come on out and enjoy Nicks favriote holiday with him)

Ladies Night

November 13th - 6-8pm

a night just for the ladies, by popular demand chicken coop design will be coming back to teach you how to make a Christmas centre piece or door swag there will also be snacks and beverages provided. Tickets are $90 each and can be purchased through the farm shop or direct messaging us.

Christmas on the Farm

December 14th 9-6pm

Come get into the holiday spirit with the highland cattle here on the farm,

free farm tours from 1pm till 3 pm, Christmas photo area (self taken)

homestead gift exchange. Bring something homemade, crafted or created by you, wrap it up and bring it out at 3 pm. Anyone who brought something exchanges it for something someone else made. this is our way of showing off all the great creators here in the foothills.

Farm Events & classes

Fresh, Local and Amazing

Take a look at the great upcoming events at Hartell homestead. We would love to see you, your family and your friends at one of our next events. In addition to our Farmer's Market, we have a large variety of seasonal events and special happenings throughout the year. Make sure to regularly check the calendar and subscribe to our newsletter so that you’ll know whenever something exciting happens.