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TIkiJam 2009 June 12-14 has been POSTPONED until further notice.

The Fresh Idea Farm is a 40 acre flat containing an arboretum with man-made lagoons, lawns and landscaped courtyards, natural amphitheaters, the Tiki Bar[n],bonfires, firepits and 20 acres of camping. The Fresh Idea Farm exists as a sandbox for all ages to establish natural education and recreation; furthering skill, enjoyment, and knowledge of Earth's renewable resources. Join us as we explore new eco-friendly transportation, architecture, design, construction, xeriscaping, rainwater catchment, low-impact and renewable energies, microclimates, and wildlife preservation. Come to a concert in an open-air amphitheater and support the cause or come in for a tour anyday by appointment.


Mission: To inspire and enlighten minds towards more meaningful modern lifestyles, utilizing organic, sustainable, and healthy high living standards with a setting and enjoyable demeanor designed for imagination.

My Blog

READ THIS: TikiJam POSTPONED.

 Ladies and Gentlemen, friends and family, It is much to my regret to inform everyone that the June 12-14 TikiJam is being postponed until further notice. The second weekend in September 11-13 of...
Posted by on Tue, 19 May 2009 16:15:00 GMT

Sell Moonshine?

It seems this may not be the only time the Shire has been saved... Tom Schierman: "I recall hearing a story from my father about my grandfather riding over the countryside on his horse with lawmen&nbs...
Posted by on Fri, 14 Mar 2008 17:07:00 GMT

Short History Lesson: Frank Zappa

Favored by hip celebrities due to the town’s excellent country club and resort facilities, not to mention the world-famous Rialto Tavern. An interesting cultural note is that Frank Zappa stopped...
Posted by on Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:19:00 GMT

Donations, Sponsorships and Grants

This is more of a rough list for me than anyone, however if I am going to be telling some of you this info anyway, figured I'd post it here. Besides, its always good to get a "behind the curtain"...
Posted by on Wed, 02 Jan 2008 14:13:00 GMT

Recreational activities list for The Fresh Idea Farm and surrounding areas

Year Round Playground Sporting, Adventure, Entertainment, relaxation ON SITE: motorcross 4 wheeling/ quad courses snowboard downhill and cross country skiing snowmobiling trapshoot hunting c...
Posted by on Wed, 02 Jan 2008 13:05:00 GMT