Growing Gourmet Mushrooms & Microgreens

Peak Farms, nestled in Gypsum, Colorado, is a small but passionate team dedicated to growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms, microgreens, and edible flowers — all cultivated ethically and sustainably. They’re excited to be expanding into the world of adaptogenic and functional mushroom tinctures, thoughtfully handcrafted right here in the heart of the Vail Valley. In this seminar, they’ll share their story, walk you through how they grow their food, how they craft their products, and what inspires their mission to cultivate wellness through nature.

Peak Farms will take you on an intimate journey behind the scenes of their operation, revealing the artistry and science behind sustainable cultivation. You’ll discover how a small, passionate team is making a significant impact in the world of functional foods, right here in our mountain community.

What You’ll Experience

The Peak Farms Story
Learn how this innovative team began their journey and what drives their mission to cultivate wellness through nature. Discover the challenges and triumphs of building this sustainable farm operation in the high country’s unique climate.

Insider Look at their Products:
Get an insider’s look at their cultivation methods for:

• Gourmet Mushrooms: From shiitake to oyster mushrooms, learn about growing cycles, substrate preparation, and creating optimal growing environments
• Medicinal Mushrooms: Understand the cultivation of functional varieties like reishi, lion’s mane, and cordyceps
• Microgreens: Discover the techniques for producing nutrient-dense greens year-round
• Edible Flowers: Learn about growing beautiful, flavorful blooms that enhance both nutrition and presentation

Craft Production Process
Witness the artisanal approach to creating adaptogenic and functional mushroom tinctures. Peak Farms will demonstrate:

• Selection and preparation of mushroom varieties
• Extraction methods and quality control
• The science behind adaptogenic properties
• Small-batch production techniques that maintain potency and purity

The Mission Behind the Method
Understand what inspires Peak Farms’ commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

Gourmet mushrooms, tinctures and greens will be available for purchase!!!

Meet on the Rooftop of the education center at 10:30am.

Parking: Vail Village Parking Structure – $2/hour, first hour free, $10 max
Ford Park Parking Lot – $2/hour, first hour free, $10/max