{"product_id":"field-fiber-2026","title":"Field \u0026 Fiber 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eJoin us for a two-day journey through the vibrant fiber landscape of Whatcom and Skagit counties! \u003cem\u003eField \u0026amp; Fiber\u003c\/em\u003e offers fiber lovers the chance to visit a variety of fiber farms, each offering their own take on sustainable, locally grown fiber and the handmade goods it inspires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eLed by Echo Mae, fiber historian and writer of the \u003cem\u003eKnow Your Fiber \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eRoot \u0026amp; Thread\u003c\/em\u003e blogs, this tour weaves together the stories of Skagit \u0026amp; Whatcom sheep, alpaca, and llama farms with the people and traditions that bring their fibers to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eWhether you're a knitter, spinner, crocheter, weaver, or simply fiber-curious, you’ll enjoy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e⛰️\u003c\/span\u003e A scenic weekend of inspiration, community, and connection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🚌\u003c\/span\u003e A chartered bus to take you from farm to farm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🐑\u003c\/span\u003e Behind-the-scenes visits with farmers and their animals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🏣\u003c\/span\u003eA visit to a local fiber and yarn mill\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e📜\u003c\/span\u003e The history of fiber animals and folk in Whatcom \u0026amp; Skagit counties\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🧶\u003c\/span\u003e Shopping for unique, locally produced yarn and fiber\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';\"\u003e🛍️\u003c\/span\u003e Handmade goods and regional farm products\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eField \u0026amp; Fiber\u003c\/em\u003e is more than a tour, it’s a chance to connect with the land, the animals, the producers, and the deep history of fiber and textile arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eThe details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is a two-day event. The chartered bus will depart from Northwest Yarns \u0026amp; Mercantile. Please arrive at 7:45 AM on August 29th and August 30th. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease arrive no later than those times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. The bus will return by 5:00 PM each day. Late arrivals may miss the departure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBox lunches will be provided both days. Have dietary restrictions? Email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@nwyarns.com\"\u003einfo@nwyarns.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMost farms will have biosecurity and safety protocols in place to protect their animals. Participants must comply with each farm’s guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eComfortable, closed-toe shoes (like sneakers or boots) are required. Some farms may require you to walk through a disinfecting solution, which may include bleach. Choose footwear accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlthough August is traditionally one of the sunniest and warmest months of the year, Pacific Northwest weather can be unpredictable. Dress in layers, and bring a rain jacket. Extra layers and rain gear can be left on the bus during visits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003eHave any additional questions? Please feel free to reach out to us at info@nwyarns.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTour ticket refund policy:  Participants may cancel and receive a refund for their tour tickets through 7\/31\/26. Cancellations with refunds after 7\/31\/26 will only be fulfilled if your spot is filled by a participant on the tour waitlist. If you wish to cancel after 7\/31\/26, please contact us and we will try to fill your spot with someone from the waitlist. If someone on the waitlist accepts, you will be refunded at that point. To request ticket cancellations, please contact us directly at info@nwyarns.com with your name and order number.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Northwest Yarns","offers":[{"title":"Tour Ticket","offer_id":49043827654908,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1459\/0220\/files\/1777604246948_ca1ze470.jpg?v=1777604460","url":"https:\/\/nwyarns.com\/products\/field-fiber-2026","provider":"Northwest Yarns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}