Before we left on this trip, we purchased a membership in the Harvest Hosts program. This allows us access to a variety of “hosts” throughout the country who will let us camp, free of charge, overnight on their property. No hookups available, simply a place to spend the night and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Wineries, farms, ranches, breweries and museums are but a few of the options available. Reservations 24 hours in advance are required, and as a courtesy, guest are advised to purchase a bit of what is offered.
Here we are, just outside Nenzel, Nebraska at Niobrara Valley Vineyards for our first Harvest Hosts stay. We parked in the field out front and then wandered over to the tasting room to get warm.
Cindy, our host, welcomed us into her beautiful tasting room, offering us our choice of 6 free tastings from her list of wines. In addition to the vineyard/winery we learned this is a working cattle ranch and that her husband’s family has been in the area for five generations.
After tasting a couple whites, a rose and several red wines, we settled on two bottles to take home. These may not last long.
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I love this concept of staying at people’s wineries, ranches and farms!
Jackie Bachman Board Member, Community Relations OHRA (760) 889-5122 Jackie.bachman53@gmail.com
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It’s a fun change of pace!
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What a fun thing to do. I’ve never heard of it before. Happy trails
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It is fun…adds a little camping variety!
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