NVICA Culinary Field Trip – May 3rd

We’re in the early stages of planning a unique culinary field trip experience on May 3rd, and we’re reaching out to gauge member interest before confirming final details and pricing.

This day is designed to bring together great food, local producers, and hands-on learning in a relaxed, social setting.

What’s included:

• A visit to Yellow Island Aquaculture for a shellfish farm tour

• A stop at a local winery featuring spirit tastings

• An outdoor cookout with chowder, fresh bread, and oysters

• Ferry travel and a few additional curated local stops along the way

Proposed Itinerary

(subject to minor adjustments)

• 8:30 AM – Meet at ferry terminal (9:00 AM sailing)

• 9:30–10:30 AM – Coffee stop

• 11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Aquaculture visit

• 1:30–2:30 PM – Winery tasting

• 2:45–4:45 PM – Cookout at Rebecca Spit

• 5:00 PM – Return to ferry terminal (5:25 PM sailing)

At this stage, we’re finalizing logistics and costs, but would like to get a sense of participation.

👉 Interested in joining us on May 3rd?

Please let us know by May 1 so we can plan accordingly.

More details, including confirmed pricing and final itinerary, will be shared soon.