The Small Farm Guilds are organized by farmers for farmers, though anyone who is interested in farming or growing food at a home-scale and beyond is welcome to join. We welcome all farmers and aspiring food and agriculture entrepreneurs for some networking, practice sharing, concern sharing, and social time. Topics that generally come up in group gatherings include: successful farm market sale practices, efficient hand tools and growing techniques, diverse production integrating plants & livestock and much more. You can connect to the East Grand Traverse Bay Small Farm Guild on Facebook

This network of beekeepers includes everyone from hobbyists to professional beekeepers. Members learn from each other and through workshops. Crosshatch currently supports beekeepers builds in two regions of Northern Michigan. The Little Traverse Bay Beekeepers Guild meets in Petoskey and the Grand Traverse Beekeeping Guild meets in Traverse City. Additionally the Benzie Bee Guild meets regularly - it is independent of Crosshatch.

The Northwest Michigan Herb Guild is open to all of those interested in sharing and learning more about herbs from all perspectives, whether practical, botanical, culinary, or medicinal. All are welcome with any level of experience. However, we seek to cultivate a committed community of herb enthusiasts and professionals who meet regularly.

If there are particular subjects you would like to learn more about, or if you would like to lead a meeting to share herbal information or activities, please be in touch.