ELLIJAY, GEORGIA (RFD News) — Families in Georgia have a new way to explore local agriculture through a popular agritourism program.
The Georgia Farm Bureau’s Farm Passport is a free, interactive guide that features more than 100 certified farm markets across the state. The program encourages visitors to travel to different farms, collect stamps and earn prizes along the way.
This year, organizers are adding a scavenger hunt to make the experience even more engaging.
Kelly Henry, the CFM Coordinator with the Georgia Farm Bureau, says the update adds a competitive and interactive layer to the program.
“We have over 100 farms, and we’re really excited because not only are we doing the farm passport, where you can go and get your stamps across the state and earn prizes, but we’re adding a new element this year,” Henry said. “It’s a scavenger hunt through the Goose Chase app. Once you download the app, this interactive feature is easy to use and can really get the competitive juices flowing.”
Participants can play individually or in teams, completing tasks to earn points and prizes based on their progress.
According to the University of Georgia, nearly 750 farms across the state offer some form of agritourism, contributing about $31 million annually to Georgia’s economy.
