Fresh produce and other goods available within walking distance from campus beginning in the spring

Believe it or not, spring is upon us. In fact, in just about a month (March 20), spring will have officially sprung. Here in Elizabethtown, spring not only means welcoming the warm weather, but also marks the beginning of seasonal activities such as picking fruits and visiting farmers markets. With so many farms in the local area, visiting farmers markets is a great way to celebrate the arrival of spring.

One local farmers market is Campus Ridge Farm. Campus Ridge Farm is a family owned and operated farmers market just about 3/4 of a mile from campus at 1241 Campus Road. It is within walking distance of Elizabethtown College, which is a great bonus. Campus Ridge Farm offers a variety of products from fresh produce to baked goods. It is a great place to find fresh and healthy food options. Unfortunately, they are only open seasonally.

However, that season is coming up soon! Once the farm opens in April, it will remain open six days each week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., through the end of October. They are closed on Sundays and on Christian holidays. Otherwise, they are open and looking for hungry customers.

Customers’ favorite summertime products include but are not limited to Campus Ridge Farm’s sweet corn, green beans, watermelons and pepper varieties. Another great aspect of Campus Ridge Farm is their selection of baked goods.

On Fridays and Saturdays, the farm makes homemade baked goods, such as pies made from in-season fruits, apple dumplings, sweet breads and whoopie pies.

Although Campus Ridge farm is not yet open for the season, they will be soon, so keep them in mind when you are looking for some fresh fruit, vegetables and delicious baked goods.