Wildkeepers: Saving Native Birds (Aug. 16)

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RSVP now. This is a free event. Donations welcomed.

We are stewards of not just our cultivated fields and gardens, but of the wild ecology that intersects with our pastures and surrounding land. Native grassland birds, like sparrows, finches, swallows, quail and others, are part of this essential ecology, but their numbers are on the decline. What role do these birds play on our farms and homesteads, how serious is their disappearance, and how can we provide sanctuary for these important birds, before it’s too late? Join us on Saturday, August 16 (5-7pm) for the monthly Amherst Land & Table community potluck and skillshare at Brooklyn Hills Ranch; hosted by Fred and Amber Lyssy. Come ready for networking, conversation, learning, and community building.

WHEN: Saturday, August 16 (5-7pm)

WHERE: Brooklyn Hills Ranch (Amherst County, Virginia)
186 Foothills Trail Amherst, VA 24521

(Please park in the front field before the creekbed if your vehicle is low to the ground. Crossing the creekbed is an option for vehicles that are higher off the ground.)

WHAT TO BRING:
– Friends and family.
– Lawn chairs or picnic blanket.
– Your own plate, silverware, and water.
(help us keep disposable dishware out of the landfill!)
– A healthy and yummy dish to share.
– Kids are welcome but they must be attended by an adult.

COST:
Free but please consider making a donation.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN OUTDOOR EVENT.

Have questions? Contact the Amherst Land & Table meeting host Fred Lyssy at: fred[at]brooklynhillsranch[dot]com

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a Land & Table member to attend?

No, you do not need to be a member, but your financial support helps us continue to organize these monthly events.

(Q) Are your events kid friendly?

(A) Yes, many families attend our events. Kids are welcome if they are accompanied by an adult throughout the event. But keep in mind there is no childcare and we do not currently offer kids programming.

(Q) Can I bring my dog?

A) No. We love dogs but they need to stay home.

(Q) What kind of food should I bring?

(A) Our potlucks are very informal, but here are a few principles to take to heart: Bring enough for others, make it yummy, make it healthy. Homemade is best. Store bought is fine. Local ingredients are awesome, but not required. Coming straight from work or school and don't have food to bring? Come anyway!

(Q) Are Land & Table events free and open to the public?

(A) Our monthly potlucks are free and open to the public but if you value what we do, we ask that you consider making a donation on our website or when you come. This helps us with admin, management, event organizing costs, and advancing our mission to create a thriving local foodshed.

VENUE DETAILS:
Owned by Fred and Amber Lyssy, Brooklyn Hills Ranch is a regenerative family farm focused on raising pasture-based, nutrient dense meats for the local community. Fred and Amber are the hospitable hosts of the monthly Land & Table Amherst meeting (meets each third Saturday of every month).

Land & Table exists to revitalize the connections between local food, land, and community. Our vision is to catalyze and strengthen small family farms, self-reliant families, and community based local food initiatives to create a thriving and resilient local foodshed in the Lynchburg, Virginia region.

We are a grassroots network and 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving Lynchburg and surrounding towns and counties, including: Bedford, Amherst, Appomattox, and Campbell Counties.

Donate online – or leave a donation when you attend one of our events. Thank you for partnering with us!