Frequently Asked Questions 

Where is Forest to Field Festival Being Held?

• Big B's Delicious Orchard, in Hotchkiss, CO. Located on the western slope of Colorado, nestled in the fertile North Fork Valley.  

Is food provided?

• No, you'll need to bring your own. There is a restaurant and market on site as well as restaurants and coffee shops within a few minutes of the festival location.
• We will be having a Wild Foods Potluck Thursday night from 6:30-7:30pm--so bring a dish!

For the Wild Foods Potluck on Thursday, will I be scorned if my dish isn't 100% wild?

• No. This potluck is a scorn free zone. This is a fun invitation to try your hand at incorporating some wild foods into a dish, and sharing it with new and old friends. Sam Thayer, a wild foods author and teacher has something like this at an event we've taught at before, and we just thought it was the bees knees. 
• We ask that you include a label with your ingredients, so folks know what they're getting themselves into:)

Is there a designated family camping area?

• Yes:) This area is designed for families with tiny humans who may have go to bed/wake up earlier then what works for the standard campground 10pm-7am quiet hours.

Is camping free?

• Yes, camping is included in the price of your ticket!
• Tent sites are first come first serve and there is plenty of room for RVs as well (please let us know if you are bringing an RV in the notes at checkout).

What time is Check in and Check out?

• Arrive anytime after 9am on Thursday to set up first come first serve camping. Welcome and Opening Ceremony begins at 12:30pm. Classes run through Sunday evening. You'll need to leave your campsite by 10 am on Monday. If you wish to stay another night, you can pay Big B's to camp out another night by clicking the link HERE.

How do I access my tickets?

• If you've signed up for a ticket, you'll have a wrist band under the name you signed up with waiting for you at the Info table during check in. 
• Just have your name and ID ready, and you'll be all set:) 

Are kids welcome?

•  Yes! This is a family-friendly event with classes and activities for kids ages 4-15 to be a part of. Kiddos 16-18 y/o are welcome to join the regular programming.

Are dogs allowed?

• We will allow your dog as long as they are on a leash at all times and not left unattended. Your dog must be extremely well-behaved and safe around children, cats, and other farm animals. We reserve the right to require you to remove the dog if the dog cannot abide by these requirements.

Is there drinking water on site?

• Yes, there are refillable water stations. These will be marked on your program map when you arrive.

Are there bathrooms and showers on site?

• Yes, Big B's has a few coin-operated showers on site that are open 24 hours. Bring quarters! There is also a large pond that you can dip into anytime:)
• There are portapotties near the campsites, as well as flush toilets available closer to the class and vendor area, 

There are so many cool classes - how can I attend them all? 

• We’re so glad you asked.
• Some classes (and the ones that tend to be the most popular) are taught twice over the course of the weekend.
• Some of the more hands-on classes will be limited in how many people can attend, such as basket making, etc., but most classes can take at least 30 people, and more than half of them do not have a class limit.
• All of this means that if you miss a class one day, or if it’s full during the first time slot it’s taught,  it’s likely you’ll be able to catch it again on another day.

Will I need to sign up for classes? 

• Yes, some of them!
• The intensive hands-on classes have a participant limit to ensure that everyone has a high-quality experience.
• For these classes, you'll be required to sign up in advance, and in some cases, pay a materials fee.
• We suggest having a few classes in mind that you’d like to take during each time frame in the schedule. That way,  if one of your desired classes is full, you’ll be ready to sign up for your next choice.

Can I come for the day?

• Possibly. If we have day passes available, we will be posting them 1 month before the event.

Do I need to bring cash?

• It is encouraged to have cash to shop with our many talented vendors, though most of them take credit cards.
• Similarly, if you olan on geting a service from one of the folks in our Healer's Garden area, we also recommend bringing cash!
• Big B's Delicious Orchards Cafe and Market takes cards.

Where can I stay if I don't want to camp?

• There are nearby hotels, Airbnb's, and camping options that can be found HERE.

Where is the closest airport?

• The closest airports are Montrose Regional Airport or Grand Junction Regional Airport. Aspen or Gunnison are other options but are a bit farther.

What's nearby that is worth a visit while I'm in the area?

• The North Fork Valley is Colorado's regenerative and organic food hub and features many local farms and vineyards. Natural areas to explore nearby include Black Canyon of the Gunnison (1 hr.), Needle Rock Natural Area (.5 hr.), Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area (1 hr.), Blue Mesa Reservoir (1.5 hrs.), Grand Mesa National Forest (1 hr.), Kebler Pass (1 hr.), Orvis Hot Springs (1.25 hrs) Telluride, (2 hrs.), Moab (3 hrs.).