Buy local fresh fruit, vegetables and meat right from the source! Visit local garden centres and pick your own locations. Click the links to view the many farms located in the township. Be sure to check hours and seasonality before visiting.
AG·RI·TOUR·ISM
The Province of Ontario defines agritourism as “those farm-related tourism uses, that promote the enjoyment, education or activities related to the farm operation, including limited accommodation such as a bed and breakfast". Agritourism businesses can include (but are not limited to) on-farm retail, farm tours, accommodations such as bed and breakfasts, or recreation activites such as horseback riding. Oro-Medonte is a Farm Fresh Community, we are a rural municipality and agriculture is an important part of the natural and cultural history and our future.
The rolling farmlands of Oro-Medonte create the perfect setting for both agriculture and tourism. There is an abundance of agriculture opportunities, experiences and locally made products. Whether you are looking to visit adorable animals, buy farm fresh produce, learn about the production of maple syrup, or visit a feild of beautiful flowers, Oro-Medonte is home to many outstanding farms and producers!
Explore the Oro-Medonte Agritourism Map and see all that the region has to offer:
Maple Syrup Producers and Sugar Shacks
Follow the links to view the many sugar shacks we have in Oro-Medonte.
View Oro-Medonte's wineries, breweries, and event centres.
Shop premade bouquets, pick-your-own flowers, and more!
Plan a weekly visit to Oro-Medonte Farmers Market at Chappell Farms, this market is run by the local Oro-Medonte Chamber of Commerce and Tourism.
Book an Oro-Medonte Farm Stay!
Petting zoos, horseback trail riding, birdwatching, alpaca walks, and more!
Oro-Medonte Farmer's Market
The Oro-Medonte Farmer's Market is open during the summer months, (Canada Day to Labour Day) every Thursday from 12-6 pm all summer long! Shop local products from a wide range of over 45 vendors. Buy your farm fresh food, local products, and art all in one location at Chappell Farms on Penetanguishene Rd. Experience the fun filled family atmosphere for yourself!
For more information and to join the list of vendors, visit the Oro-Medonte Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Website.
More Information
Visit the Orillia & Lake Country website for even more information on Agri & Eco-Tourism in Oro-Medonte. Watch videos, view itineraries, and browse business listings. Learn more about Oro-Medonte's local growers, rural adventures, and locally sourced artisanal products. Plan the perfect agritourism trip to Oro-Medonte. Visit Orillia Lake & Country Tourism's website.
My goal is to take great care of my own hives as naturally as possible. I extract the honey manually gravity straining the bee bits out and into jars within 48 hours, preserving all the great stuff that is in honey All the honey is from my own hives, so there is a limited supply. This is honey from the hive to the jar with minimal intervention. Find our products at local markets and events around the region. Visit Beamish Honey's website.
Chelsea Chocolates has been manufacturing chocolates, truffles, and specialty items since 1995. They make their own products in small batches using fine Belgian chocolate and the finest ingredients to ensure our customers the freshest chocolates. They also have a small retail outlet on site where visitors can shop. Visit Chelsea Chocolate's website.
We are a 110-acre century farm in Oro Medonte, growing organic lavender varieties and native plants. Visit our stand at the Oro Medonte Farmers Market, where we will have fresh and dried lavender, essential oil, and hydrosol for sale! Visit Lavender North on Facebook.
Fresh honey available at the farm-gate stand or local farmers’ market! Located 3983 Line 9 N, RR 4 Coldwater, Ontario L0K1E0. Visit McCutheon's Apiary's website
Experience 100% raw, natural honey made in Oro-Medonte. Liquid, creamed, cut comb, & beeswax. Visit Rugby Kid Honey on Facebook.
Looking to Start an AgriTourism Business?
If you are interested in starting an agritourism business, the County of Simcoe offers two extensive toolkits to help you along your journey. These toolkits will assist you in the planning and development of your agritourism business. Visit the links to find the information, data, and resources you need to start your business and begin growing!
Contact Us
Township of Oro-Medonte Administration Centre
148 Line 7 South
Oro-Medonte, ON L0L 2E0
Phone: (705) 487-2171
Fax: (705) 487-0133
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