The trip to Tennessee was quite an education. The land was lovely, the people earnest. The reality was we are not ready for that kind of commitment.

As we explored our next turn it is clear we need to reach more people. It is also clear that our first inclination – to unite farms that are struggling with people looking to get back to the land – is the way to go.

So we are continuing on a kind of hunt. We are looking for people and we are looking for farms willing and ready to make this turn to community sustained farming. We are ready to utilize our farm at Echo Valley to train people. We are ready to expand our efforts here. We need researchers. We need people who understand this transition to community sustained farms to become an active part of our team. We need people who understand but have no intention of living farm life to help by telling others and by financially supporting the non-profit efforts of Echo Valley Hope, Inc.

We still hope for and work towards a sustainable farm and learning center in Tennessee. If you are interested in this venture or have questions please Contact Us.