2025 Northeast Luminary Tour Registration
Meet the Minds behind Regenerative Wisdom
The New England Grazing Network’s Luminary Tour brings the experts to a farm near you!
Dale Strickler is a leading agronomist and author with over 30 years of experience in soil health and grazing system design across the U.S. and internationally. His books are packed with practical knowledge for producers looking to build long-term resilience. His work includes but is not limited to:
- Why most soil compaction advice is wrong—and what really works
- The promise and pitfalls of warm-season grasses
- How to reduce your dependence on hay and purchased fertilizer
- Grazing strategies that fit your farm and goals
- Preparing for weather extremes with land-based solutions
Dr. Elizabeth Heilman is an educator, ecology expert, and co-founder of Regenerative Wisdom. With three decades of work at the intersection of soil, water, and social systems, she helps farmers and communities grow not just crops—but capacity. She teaches at Wichita State University and speaks nationally on climate, land, and community well-being. Her work covers:
- Navigating fear and resistance to change
- Understanding the emotional drivers behind farm choices
- Practical strategies to grow personal and community resilience
- Creating local food systems that support diversified farms and regional economies
Workshop Schedule:
Saturday, July 12 · 9 AM–3 PM – Wolfe’s Neck Center, Freeport, ME
Monday, July 14 · 9 AM–4 PM – Vermont State University, Randolph, VT
Tuesday, July 15 · 9 AM–4 PM – Shelburne Farms, Shelburne, VT
Friday, July 18 · 9 AM–3 PM – Hawthorne Valley Farm, Ghent, NY
Each event blends hands-on field learning with classroom sessions. The workshops are designed for farmers, service providers, and anyone curious about agriculture.
- Each event is ticketed separately and is a stand-alone event.
- Farmer sliding scale (suggested $30 – pay what you can)
- General admission: $60
- Lunch included
- Registration Required - space is limited
Questions? Contact Meghan Sheradin at [email protected]
Tune in to Dale and Elizabeth.
Books by Dale Strickler
