Visit these websites to learn more about organic and sustainable farming the in Carolinas:
- The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association. The premier organization promoting sustainable agriculture in the Carolinas by "inspiring, educating and organizing farmers and consumers". Annual conference in the fall; farm tours all across NC and SC throughout the growing season.
- Growing Small Farms. The website of Debbie Roos, Chatham County Cooperative Extension agent for sustainable and organic agriculture.
- The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy. Dedicated to conserving and promoting heritage breed livestock.
- The Organic Growers School. Learn about this two-day course held each year in our beautiful North Carolina mountains.
- Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (SSAWG). The South's largest organization for sustainable agriculture. Annual conference in January.
Visit the sites below for information about additional opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors in North Carolina:
- Sandhills Natural History Society. A Southern Pines-based organization focused on "the Sandhills natural world and beyond". Monthly meetings, field trips, and more.
- The North Carolina Birding Trail. Raft Swamp Farms is part of the NC Birding Trail; go to page 5 of the NC Birding Trail Guide to read our site description. Come and hike the farm throughout the year to see dozens of species of birds.
- The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Your source for hunting and fishing information, workshops, classes, and the opportunity to subscribe to the Commission's award-winning magazine, Wildlife in North Carolina.