Guided Group Tours
Tour Rodale Institute’s headquarters with our expert staff for a unique educational experience.
Explore our 386-acre regenerative organic farm in Kutztown, Pennsylvania and learn about our cutting-edge research, education, and consulting programs. Customize your tour experience with a la carte lectures, presentations, and add-ons for an unparalleled educational experience.
Want to make a day of it? Rent one of our spaces on campus and order organic refreshments or an organic farm-to-table meal for your group.
Guided groups tours are available for groups of 6-40 people.
Tour Options
| Scheduling | Pricing | |
Bloom Group TourA 2-hour guided walking tour of the farm. No customization. Recommended for the general public, schools, local clubs, ag groups, etc. |
Tuesday and Friday mornings | $20/person |
Harvest Group TourA 1-hour+ customizable tour of the farm with add-ons available. Recommended for nonprofits, schools, universities, corporate teams, etc. |
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9am-3pm | $20/person + cost of add-ons |
Bloom Group Tour
The Bloom group tour is a 2-hour walking tour exploring Rodale Institute’s experimental farm and headquarters.
The tour is led by our experienced Farm Interpreter and covers everything from the history of the Institute to our cutting-edge scientific trials and our innovative educational programs.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in.
Request a TourHarvest Group Tour
Our Harvest group tour is a 1-hour+ experience, customized to suit your group’s needs and interests.
This tour builds on our standard Bloom group tour and can include lectures, wagon or golf cart transportation, rental spaces, catering, and more. See our list of available add-ons for more details.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in.
Request a TourAvailable Add-ons
Customizations are only available for Harvest group tours.
| Add-On | Description | Pricing |
Golf Cart Rental |
Covered golf cart which can accommodate up to 10 people. | $100 |
Single Wagon Rental |
Covered farm wagon pulled by tractor. Accommodates a maximum of 20 people. | $300 |
Two Wagon Rentals |
Two covered farm wagons pulled by tractors. Accommodates a maximum of 40 people (20 people per wagon). | $600 |
Q&A with Rodale Institute’s PhD Farm Interpreter |
30-minute Q&A with our PhD farm interpreter | $150 |
Q&A with Rodale Institute Educator |
30-minute talk and Q&A with a Rodale Institute educator. | $225 |
Q&A with Rodale Institute Organic Consultant |
30-minute talk and Q&A with a Rodale Institute organic consultant. | $225 |
Q&A with Rodale Institute Scientist |
30-minute talk and Q&A with a Rodale Institute PhD research scientist. | $250 |
Education Presentation |
60-minute presentation and Q&A with a Rodale Institute educator | $450 |
Consulting Presentation |
60-minute presentation and Q&A with a Rodale Institute organic consultant | $450 |
Research Presentation |
60-minute presentation and Q&A with a Rodale Institute PhD research scientist | $500 |
Organic Lunch |
Organic, farm-to-table catered lunch with GF/vegan options. *Only available as an add-on with Theater or Barn rentals. |
$45/person |
Theater Room Rental |
Includes A/V, seating for 25, and private use. Ideal for presentations, roundtable discussions, retreats, and meetings.
*Catered meals & beverages available for an additional fee. |
$5,000 |
Barn Rental |
Ideal for elevated farm-to-table meals, group meetings, conferences, retreats, & parties.
*A/V, restroom trailers, catering, and catering staff are not included, but are available for an extra fee. |
$7,500 |
Request a Group Tour
To schedule a group tour (6-40 people), please fill out the request form below.
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Please note that by participating in this tour, you consent to being photographed for Rodale Institute’s marketing and promotional materials.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICIES
Rodale Institute reserves the right to cancel the tour at our discretion at any time due to inclement weather or staffing issues, at which point we will refund your payment.
If you have to cancel for any reason, you must do so within 10 days of the scheduled tour in order to receive a partial refund. Rodale Institute does not issue refunds if your entire party cannot come. If you bring more people than initially registered, moving you into a higher tier, you will be charged the remaining balance.
Sprout Tour
Traveling with a smaller group? Sign up for our weekly 1-hour guided golf cart tour of the farm and get an introduction to Rodale Institute.
Available Thursdays at 11am and 2pm. Accommodates up to 10 individuals and costs $20 per person.
Sign Up Here