Meet A Bucks County Farmer At A Special Event Next Month

JAMISON, PA — Want to meet a local farmer and learn what his days are like? Mark your calendar for July 5, when the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance will host a visit to ARO Hill Farm in Jamison.

The event is part of the group's summer farm evening series. There's a potluck dinner at 6 p.m., which is followed by a tour of the farm.

During the event, participants can meet Jim Wertman, a veteran now farmer, and his wife Stacy.

"After 21 years, Jim retired from the Navy and earned his Masters in Business Administration and an Organic Farming Certification from Delaware Valley University. Shortly after, he started farming his land in Jamison. Today ARO Hill Farm is a thriving 13 acre family-run farm. ARO Hill Farm offers lettuce, spinach, beets, snap peas, snow peas, carrots, micro greens, strawberries, blueberries, fresh cut flowers, pastured eggs, and more," the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance said in an event announcement.

Bring a dish to share with others, as well as beverages and seating. You'll have to carry out your own trash. The farm is located at 2624 Dark Hollow Road, Jamison.

"This educational and entertaining event is appropriate for children of all ages who are under an adult’s supervision. Please wear appropriate footwear for the farm," organizers said.

The tour is free but donations to offset the cost of BCFA’s programs are strongly encouraged.

For more information, call 215.621.8967 or visit BucksFoodshed.org.

PHOTO: Flickr, vincentraal (Not actual image of ARO Hill Farm)