Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from everyone at Kansas Tourism! As festive spirit fills the air, we come together to celebrate the joyous season of giving and new beginnings. We're immensely grateful for the cherished memories, shared experiences, and the invaluable support that you have all provided to Kansans and tourists alike. As we bid farewell to this remarkable year and embrace the promise of a new one, may your holidays be adorned with laughter, togetherness, and the enchanting beauty of the countryside. Wishing you a holiday season filled with love, and a New Year brimming with hope, prosperity, and countless delightful adventures ahead!

- Kelsey Wendling, Agritourism Manager

GET READY!

The second round of Attraction Development Grants will be opening on February 1st. This is a good time to make sure you have all the documentation needed! For more information contact Carrie Doud  

GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP

K-State Research and Extension is hosting a grant writing workshop February 6th and 8th from 1:30-4:30 PM. 

With the second round of Attraction Development Grants opening on February 1st, this might be a great opportunity to learn best practices when it comes to grant writing. 

For more information, please contact:
Nancy Daniels
nkdaniels@ksu.edu

Registration is now open for our 2024 Women Managing the Farm conference—Rise—to be held Feb. 14-16 in Manhattan, Kansas! Featuring keynote speakers Mark Mayfield, Kim Bremmer (Ag Inspirations), and Matt Roberts (Terrain Ag - American AgCredit) this 20th edition of the Women Managing the Farm Conference promises to be action packed, helping women thrive in their rural communities and stay informed on the latest advancements in agriculture.

As a part of the 20th year celebration, this year we are excited to offer a new experience as you make your way to the 2024 Women Managing the Farm conference! The rides on us this year, all you must do is make your way to the nearest pick-up location and we will take it from there! We are offering 6 different pick-up locations across the state that have fun tours and stops highlighting agritourism and rural tourism along the way! Each van will be leaving mid-morning on Wednesday the 14^th. All tours will get you to Manhattan, KS for a wonderful couple of days celebrating Women in Ag and back home! 

ATTENTION NE KANSAS PRODUCERS!

Several state and regional organizations are sponsoring an Agri-tourism Informational Meeting on Thursday, February 29^th at the Courtyard Event Space on Holton’s historic town square.

Registration will open after the new year and spots are limited! An Introduction to Agri-tourism Session will be held for entrepreneurs interested in starting Agri-tourism ventures in the morning, followed by a complimentary lunch with a wide variety of key resources important for both start up and existing business owners. This meeting is designed to support current and future business enterprises that attract tourists who participate in activities on a working farm, ranch or at a lodge, outfitter, winery, or other agricultural operation. 

UPCOMING GAN EVENTS

The Global Agritourism Network has a few upcoming informational meetings that are free to attend. 

Webinar on Agritourism Business Planning
January 23, 2024, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time 
(use World Time Buddy to convert meeting time to your local time)
Online conference (Zoom)
Webinar registration and more information
 
Online Trainings for Agritourism Business Planning
Every Tuesday from February 13 to March 26, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time 
(use World Time Buddy to convert meeting time to your local time)
Online conference (Zoom)
Webinar registration and more information
 
GAN North America Meeting
February 28, 2024, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time 
(use World Time Buddy to convert meeting time to your local time)
Online conference (Zoom)
Zoom meeting registration and more information
 
World Congress on Agritourism
May 16-18, 2024
Bolzano/Bozen, South Tyrol, Italy
More information here

 New Registered Members!

• Pulliam Cattle Co. & Treehouse Retreat 

 Recently Roamed 

One of the favorite parts of my job is getting out and experiencing the amazing locations you all have to offer! Getting the chance to visit and experience your locations firsthand helps me better understand your needs and allows me to better market your operations to visitors! This past month I got to experience the following locations! 

Click the links below to learn more about each location! 

Leafy Green Farms

If you want me to come visit you next, send me an email or give me a call and I would love to set up a visit and discuss how I can better serve you and your operation!