By Michelle Kershner
The annual Buy Local Challenge encourages participants to make a personal commitment to eat local during Buy Local Week, July 23 - July 31, 2016.
It's easy to sign up to take the challenge. Residents can easily step up to the challenge any time of the year, not just during the Buy Local Challenge week. Here are some tips to get started.
7 Ways to Participate in the Buy Local Challenge
Seasonal pick-your-own options at Glade Link Farms.
1.
Shop
at one of
the
located in
The City of Frederick or at a county market.
2.
Sip and sample at a local
winery, brewery, or distillery
.
3.
and take home some locally grown treats. Hours vary, so verify hours in advance.
4.
Visit one of Frederick County's two creameries,
, for a farm-fresh treat.
5.
Dine at one of
that source their products locally.
6.
Discover
and plan a
trip to a local farm.
7.
Visit the new
website to learn more about products grown right in your back yard!
Michelle Kershner is the Business Development Specialist for the City of Frederick Department of Economic Development.