The Idea.

Four Mile Farmers Market is a market & community gathering for residents of Four Mile Canyon and the neighboring rural mountain & canyon areas.

Many of us have gardens, keep bees and chickens, or have homemade goods to offer. One person might have a great zucchini crop, while someone else ends up with too many tomatoes. Bartering and trading is highly encouraged.

The Details.

You don’t have to register in advance- just show up! Mountain gardening is unpredictable- no commitment required. You can choose to trade, buy, sell, or give away.

If you’re trading or giving away, there’s no fee to participate. If you’re selling things, please donate to the Salina Schoolhouse the day of, via their donation box, to support our use of this historic space.

There’s no wi-fi at the Schoolhouse, so Venmo won’t be available. Bring cash to make transactions easier.

We champion homegrown produce and handmade goods - please no garage sale, MLM, or “independent distributor” type items.

There are some tables available, but you’re welcome to bring your own.

There will be farmers market tote bags ($25) and stickers ($2) for sale. The proceeds will go to the Schoolhouse.

Musicians welcome!

Please leave pets at home.

The Goods.

We love to see:

  • Produce

  • Eggs

  • Honey

  • Fresh baked bread

  • Kombucha and other ferments; sharing kombucha or sourdough starters

  • Jams + jellies

  • Broths

  • Handmade soaps and lotions

  • Herbs and tinctures

  • Plants, bulbs, seeds, and seedlings

  • On-the-spot services, like blade sharpening or tarot reading

  • Ceramics, jewelry, artwork, and other handmade items

The Schoolhouse.

The Schoolhouse.

The schoolhouse is located in Salina, an old mining camp in Four Mile Canyon that was settled in 1874 by prospectors from Salina, Kansas. This building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is preserved by the local residents (population 70). Classes were held in the building until 1952.

The schoolhouse was damaged in the Four Mile Fire in 2010 and the flood of 2013, but thanks to the care and dedication of mountain locals, it still stands proudly.

For more info, please visit Salina Schoolhouse or Western Mining History.