We hope you’ll join us in this hands-on experience of taking food straight from the pasture, to the fire, to the feast! Embrace a day of vibrant celebration amidst the rolling hills of Red Lodge, Montana, as we joyfully commemorate the Spring Greenup and the cherished tradition of Father's Day in 2025! This immersive experience invites you to revel in the positive outcomes of thoughtful land stewardship, witness the age-old art of cooking over crackling open flames, and partake in the universal delights of a bountiful feast, engaging activities, and playful games designed for all ages.
Throughout the sun-drenched day, a diverse array of activities, enriching workshops, and friendly competitions will unfold, offering ample opportunities to stretch your limbs, refine your skills, and create lasting memories. Come try your hand at our goat roping workshop and competition and our crosscut saw competition. Shoot some arrows in our archery range or hammer out a tool in our hands-on blacksmithing workshop. For the early risers we’ll have a morning pasture walk, a milking session, and a morning mindfulness practice. For those whose senses are drawn to the heart of the culinary action, a tantalizing display of meat will be slowly roasting over an open fire throughout the day, and Chef Eduardo’s kitchen has an open invite policy and aprons for those interested in cooking. Little ones, and the young at heart, will delight in the playful antics of baby goats, while a vibrant selection of live musical performances will provide a delightful soundtrack to the day's festivities.
We extend a warm invitation for you to make our pastures your home for the day. In the spirit of community and shared experience, we embrace an "all hands on deck" approach to this celebration. We wholeheartedly encourage and invite everyone to actively participate – whether it's lending a hand to chop fresh vegetables for a communal meal, lovingly basting the roasting meat, embracing new experiences with an open and eager mindset, or simply being ready to assist where needed. To further cultivate a sense of shared home and mindful participation, we kindly request that you bring your own dishes, bowls, cups, and silverware. This small gesture will not only add a touch of personal warmth to our communal dining experience but also helps us minimize waste. Delicious breakfast and lunch bites will be thoughtfully provided to sustain you throughout the day, culminating in a grand evening feast that will showcase the bounty of the land and the skill of the fire-kissed cuisine. However, if you or your companions anticipate needing extra snacks to fuel your adventures, please feel free to bring those along. Additionally, if inspiration strikes, we invite you to contribute a homemade sweet treat for our delightful Saturday night potluck dessert, adding your personal touch to our collective culinary tapestry.
Our core vision for this gathering is to nurture deeper connections – connections with each other, and a profound connection to the land that sustains us – through the simple yet powerful act of cooking and sharing food that has been grown and sourced close to home. We sincerely hope you will join us in this immersive, hands-on experience of taking food directly from the pasture, transforming it over the flickering flames, and ultimately sharing in the abundance of a truly memorable feast.
Contact creatinghealthymeadows@gmail.com to join