A friend of mine informed about an upcoming event at the Tandy Hills Natural Area in Fort Worth, the Prairie Festival. I didn’t know a lot about this, only that it was at a local park / hiking trail and they were promoting sustainability and the environment. With that being said, I was instantly intrigued. I would love to work for a company promoting sustainability and environmentalism. We don’t see this in Texas as much as we do back in Vermont (I’m not really sure, a ton could be done considering how many people live here…I’ll leave this for a different discussion). I had to check this out, not only out of curiosity but in hopes that I would be exposed to a company that would hire me.  

I arrived, mid-afternoon, missing the morning crowd. Parking – parking is on the street. The traffic being forced in one direction only, side streets closed. Took the first stop I could find, walked three blocks. Heck, walking is good for you! Soon enough I found myself arriving upon the festival. I saw a ton of tents, tables and a stage! Wait a second, what’s that I hear, bluegrass, could someone really be playing bluegrass?! I think at this point I began to walk a little faster.

Walking around I saw a ton of exhibitors, ranging from artists, photographers, cassette tape wallets, energy efficient electric companies, Rahr beer. You name it there was something for everyone.

(3L Photograhy – I absolutely LOVED her prints!)

There were two stages, one near the entrance with a solo performer, Jeff Gibbons and the larger stage with my bluegrass band, who turned out to be the Blackland River Devils.

I found myself sitting in front of the solar powered stage, listening to the band, surrounded by hippies, drinking beer, with the hiking trails in the background. I thought I was back in Vermont there for a few seconds. I could’ve been fooled.

 

On the way out I was sure to check out the silent auction table. They had great items supplied from various exhibitors at the festival. Rahr bicycle, wooden rocking chair, organic dog food, a photograph, birdhouses, the list goes on!

 

If you have free time, be sure to check out this event next year, or if you can’t wait that long, check out the Tandy Hills Natural Area. If you enjoy the outdoors, being earthy and environmentally conscious, you are bound to love this area. In the meantime, if you happen to hike the area, let me know how it is!

Cost: Free

Location:

3400 View Street, Ft. Worth, TX

Pets, Children are welcome.

Parking: Free (Street Parking)