1 00:00:01,060 --> 00:00:05,120 Are you looking for an adventure right in your own backyard? 2 00:00:05,500 --> 00:00:09,000 Do you crave delicious food, refreshing drinks, 3 00:00:09,340 --> 00:00:14,280 and luxurious accommodations? Then look no further. Or listen, 4 00:00:14,420 --> 00:00:17,080 rather than all in a day's drive, 5 00:00:17,900 --> 00:00:21,840 the podcast that takes you on a journey through the great Commonwealth of 6 00:00:21,840 --> 00:00:26,400 Pennsylvania history, the outdoors, hiking, skiing, 7 00:00:27,160 --> 00:00:27,900 shopping, 8 00:00:27,900 --> 00:00:32,120 and more from the stunning landscapes and historic landmarks to the world 9 00:00:32,120 --> 00:00:33,320 renowned attractions. 10 00:00:33,730 --> 00:00:38,720 We'll show you the beauty and wonder that Pennsylvania has to offer all of 11 00:00:38,720 --> 00:00:42,280 this and more in just one day's drive. What are you waiting for? 12 00:00:42,740 --> 00:00:46,720 Hop in the car and join us for an adventure you'll never forget. 13 00:00:47,220 --> 00:00:48,160 And now your host, 14 00:00:48,470 --> 00:00:53,360 Matthew Dowling and today's guest on All In a Day's 15 00:00:53,360 --> 00:00:54,193 Drive. 16 00:00:58,310 --> 00:00:58,600 Well. 17 00:00:58,600 --> 00:01:02,280 Thanks for joining us on another episode of All Under. 18 00:01:02,280 --> 00:01:05,200 Host Matt Dowling. And I am alongside, uh, 19 00:01:05,690 --> 00:01:09,720 Scott Bradford Scott's the general manager here at the Christian W. Clay Winery. 20 00:01:10,180 --> 00:01:13,400 And, uh, and he does some, some great work with, uh, 21 00:01:13,750 --> 00:01:18,360 individuals that are looking to host events like brides. And, uh, 22 00:01:18,460 --> 00:01:22,960 he also runs the tasting room here and, uh, and is a man of, 23 00:01:22,980 --> 00:01:25,880 of many hats here at the winery. Scott, 24 00:01:25,880 --> 00:01:30,080 thanks so much for being with us here today. We wanted to, uh, 25 00:01:30,080 --> 00:01:34,320 wanted to have you on the program specifically to talk about the Lavender 26 00:01:34,640 --> 00:01:38,040 Festival, but I think there are some other items that we can, uh, 27 00:01:38,130 --> 00:01:42,920 cover that are year round here, uh, at the winery. So, you know, I, 28 00:01:42,940 --> 00:01:44,560 I'm just gonna jump right into it. 29 00:01:44,910 --> 00:01:49,480 What inspired the Christian W. Clay Winery Lavender Festival, 30 00:01:49,660 --> 00:01:53,040 and tell me how it's grown over the years. How long have you been doing it? 31 00:01:53,580 --> 00:01:57,240 Um, this is now the 16th Annual Lavender Festival, 32 00:01:57,980 --> 00:02:02,360 and to me it's, it's completely wild because, I mean, you have a, a business, 33 00:02:02,800 --> 00:02:07,680 a winery that's more than 18 acres of grape that 34 00:02:08,070 --> 00:02:10,040 then decides we're gonna grow lavender. 35 00:02:10,700 --> 00:02:15,200 So from that became the Lavender Festival, and that was due to a, 36 00:02:15,700 --> 00:02:16,360 uh, 37 00:02:16,360 --> 00:02:21,280 U S D A grant Sharon was able to obtain and offer marketing for 38 00:02:21,280 --> 00:02:25,800 that. And it's been a very successful event. Um, again, that's a, 39 00:02:25,910 --> 00:02:30,080 this is a 16th annual, uh, event, and 40 00:02:31,850 --> 00:02:35,230 we draw a lot of, we, I mean, as far as tourism, 41 00:02:35,930 --> 00:02:40,510 we get people from Ohio, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, 42 00:02:40,730 --> 00:02:42,390 so very successful for the winery. 43 00:02:42,820 --> 00:02:43,670 Well, let's, uh, 44 00:02:43,680 --> 00:02:47,470 let's get the dates out there for the people that are joining us, uh, 45 00:02:47,470 --> 00:02:51,070 both on the podcast. We're on the, the radio program. 46 00:02:51,500 --> 00:02:53,390 What are the dates for the Lavender Festival? 47 00:02:53,510 --> 00:02:57,550 Lavender Festival is, uh, typically the last Saturday of June every year. 48 00:02:57,620 --> 00:03:00,200 This year it is June 24th. Um, 49 00:03:00,260 --> 00:03:05,080 and the festival runs the wineries open from 11 to seven. We'll probably run, 50 00:03:05,500 --> 00:03:09,160 uh, 12 to seven on that day for the Laven. 51 00:03:09,160 --> 00:03:10,480 Fest. So, so, um, 52 00:03:10,600 --> 00:03:15,600 I want to talk about the activities and attractions that happen during 53 00:03:15,660 --> 00:03:20,160 the Lavender Festival. Uh, it's not just lavender wine that we're celebrating. 54 00:03:20,320 --> 00:03:23,600 I know the distillery across the street, um, 55 00:03:23,600 --> 00:03:25,600 they should have lavender gin back in mm-hmm. 56 00:03:25,640 --> 00:03:28,840 <affirmative> by that point in time. But, uh, you're not the only two vendors. 57 00:03:29,130 --> 00:03:32,960 There are, uh, a large number of other vendors that come in for the festival. 58 00:03:33,090 --> 00:03:33,500 Right. 59 00:03:33,500 --> 00:03:37,960 We have, uh, all local vendors that are coming in, woodworking, 60 00:03:38,580 --> 00:03:40,800 uh, candles, um. 61 00:03:41,400 --> 00:03:41,480 Probably. 62 00:03:41,480 --> 00:03:42,313 Lavender. 63 00:03:42,480 --> 00:03:45,600 Lavender soaps. I would would imagine that's a, that's a popular. 64 00:03:45,700 --> 00:03:49,200 One. That's, uh, one that's a very, very popular is, um, 65 00:03:49,200 --> 00:03:52,440 an ice cream truck that will do, uh, vanilla bean, 66 00:03:52,520 --> 00:03:54,680 lavender infused ice cream. 67 00:03:55,380 --> 00:03:58,720 Now, if someone has never tried, uh, 68 00:03:58,960 --> 00:04:01,640 lavender in a food or a beverage product, 69 00:04:02,310 --> 00:04:05,880 what would you describe as the, the taste of lavender? 70 00:04:06,460 --> 00:04:09,840 Uh, it's very subtle. When I first heard of it, I thought, uh, 71 00:04:10,220 --> 00:04:15,080 I'm not into lavender or floral. Um, it is floral, but it's very, 72 00:04:15,080 --> 00:04:18,830 very subtle. Um, I, in fact, 73 00:04:18,910 --> 00:04:20,790 I was surprised that I like it as much as I do. 74 00:04:22,410 --> 00:04:27,110 Now. I was, uh, walking around the, uh, the showroom here, or the tasting room, 75 00:04:27,490 --> 00:04:31,910 and I found a lavender candle that you guys, uh, you guys carry. And, 76 00:04:31,930 --> 00:04:35,790 and I have to say that it, it smells fantastic. Um, 77 00:04:36,170 --> 00:04:40,310 any other lavender products that you sell year round? Uh, 78 00:04:40,370 --> 00:04:41,550 not just at the festival. 79 00:04:42,130 --> 00:04:46,870 Uh, we do have, uh, beauty products that have, uh, lavender in them. We also do, 80 00:04:47,050 --> 00:04:51,070 um, um, spriggs and sachets of, uh, lavender, 81 00:04:51,210 --> 00:04:55,590 but the lavender wine is, is definitely the main focus throughout the year and, 82 00:04:55,590 --> 00:04:57,910 and does well all year round. So. 83 00:04:58,410 --> 00:05:03,030 So I want to talk a little bit about agriculture because, um, you know, 84 00:05:03,690 --> 00:05:04,990 you're not just a, 85 00:05:05,190 --> 00:05:09,750 a winery here that is importing juices from other places. 86 00:05:09,880 --> 00:05:13,630 Right. Um, you know, I, I've told people before and, 87 00:05:13,630 --> 00:05:15,470 and hopefully my numbers correct, uh, 88 00:05:15,530 --> 00:05:18,830 at least 80% of what you produce here is, 89 00:05:18,930 --> 00:05:22,830 is coming from the vineyards right. From the fields. Absolutely. Um, 90 00:05:22,890 --> 00:05:27,110 so tell us a little bit about, uh, what grapes you grow and, uh, 91 00:05:27,110 --> 00:05:32,110 and I also, um, know that you're one of the highest elevations, 92 00:05:32,410 --> 00:05:35,870 uh, here in Pennsylvania and east of the Rockies and Yep. Yeah. Uh, 93 00:05:35,870 --> 00:05:40,030 east of the Rockies as far as that goes. So what grows well here? 94 00:05:41,010 --> 00:05:44,990 Um, French American hybrids does, uh, very well. Um, 95 00:05:45,530 --> 00:05:47,870 Norton American Grapes. Norton, 96 00:05:47,930 --> 00:05:52,910 the oldest grape in the US does really well here, Niagara. Um, 97 00:05:53,450 --> 00:05:57,110 she started originally, I think she told me about a hundred different varieties, 98 00:05:57,500 --> 00:06:00,320 and throughout the years, ones that stuck and, and did well, 99 00:06:00,380 --> 00:06:04,760 and others died off. So right now we're about 45 different varieties of great. 100 00:06:05,420 --> 00:06:10,400 And, you know, uh, we come up here to the mountain and we enjoy kind of these, 101 00:06:10,500 --> 00:06:14,800 uh, lush vineyards and, and, um, the fields and, 102 00:06:14,800 --> 00:06:18,440 and groves here within, uh, the winery. Uh, I, 103 00:06:18,560 --> 00:06:23,480 I know you have over 200 and, uh, plus acres, 250 acres, 104 00:06:23,480 --> 00:06:28,120 some, somewhere around that. Um, but this was not always, 105 00:06:28,500 --> 00:06:33,280 uh, a winery. Uh, Sharon planted the, the vineyard. And, 106 00:06:33,340 --> 00:06:37,320 uh, I, I don't know if you know some of the dates or history with that. Uh, 107 00:06:37,380 --> 00:06:40,600 how long have we had, uh, grapes growing on this ridge? 108 00:06:40,870 --> 00:06:45,720 They purchased a farm in the late eighties, and by the early nineties, 109 00:06:45,720 --> 00:06:50,560 they had already produced or, or actually had the ground, uh, 110 00:06:50,560 --> 00:06:53,920 taken care of to plant the grapes. And then from there, 111 00:06:54,220 --> 00:06:59,160 it was probably around 93, 94 that they actually had grape vines that 112 00:06:59,160 --> 00:06:59,980 were producing. 113 00:06:59,980 --> 00:07:01,440 So, and you know, you, 114 00:07:01,540 --> 00:07:06,440 you can't plant a grape vine and expect to have grapes 115 00:07:06,500 --> 00:07:10,760 to be able to make into wine in, you know, six months or a year. Right, right. 116 00:07:10,760 --> 00:07:14,800 It's a long process. How long, um, or how old I should say, 117 00:07:15,300 --> 00:07:20,280 are some of the vines here and and how long does a vine, uh, actually produce. 118 00:07:20,870 --> 00:07:25,280 Here? Maximum lifespan would probably be about 25 years. 119 00:07:25,790 --> 00:07:30,000 Sure. Um, but there are some that are right there right now, 120 00:07:30,260 --> 00:07:35,040 and that's just due to the harsh winters that we have here. Although, again, 121 00:07:35,040 --> 00:07:39,880 mostly French American hybrids, those do pretty well in wintertime. Um, 122 00:07:42,120 --> 00:07:46,420 I think that, um, what were you asking again? I'm sorry. 123 00:07:46,700 --> 00:07:50,340 J just how long a, a wine can Vine can produce? 124 00:07:50,440 --> 00:07:52,940 Uh, so about maximum life up here is about 25 years. 125 00:07:53,170 --> 00:07:57,300 Sure. Now I know because, uh, you know, I I used to represent, uh, 126 00:07:57,420 --> 00:08:01,100 Somerset County as well when I was in office, and of course, 127 00:08:01,280 --> 00:08:05,380 I'm familiar with maple syrup, and I, I know you're, uh, you know, 128 00:08:05,660 --> 00:08:10,340 a confluence boy. So you probably know about, uh, maple syrup production. 129 00:08:10,640 --> 00:08:14,820 And I know that the freeze thaw that happens, um, 130 00:08:15,080 --> 00:08:17,820 is beneficial to syrup production. 131 00:08:18,400 --> 00:08:21,180 But my question is, uh, 132 00:08:21,180 --> 00:08:25,900 does that freeze thaw help or hinder growing any of the, uh, 133 00:08:25,900 --> 00:08:27,540 product that you grow here. 134 00:08:28,160 --> 00:08:31,620 At the winery? It, it could actually hinder it. Um, uh, 135 00:08:31,960 --> 00:08:35,620 the grapes do like stress, the vines like stress, but, uh, in fact, 136 00:08:35,660 --> 00:08:37,900 I was speaking with Sharon last night and, you know, 137 00:08:37,900 --> 00:08:42,500 being dry and then some moisture or dry and some moisture does help them. Um, 138 00:08:42,680 --> 00:08:44,300 but, you know, they, 139 00:08:44,620 --> 00:08:48,300 a with the freezing weather can come disease. 140 00:08:48,400 --> 00:08:51,420 If there's a nick or a bird has, you know, 141 00:08:51,420 --> 00:08:55,360 touched something or nicked something, or a raccoon has been up there, you know, 142 00:08:55,430 --> 00:08:58,160 once the freezing weather gets to it, 143 00:08:58,160 --> 00:09:00,200 then it can definitely affect the grapevine. 144 00:09:00,610 --> 00:09:02,280 Absolutely. Well, Scott, 145 00:09:02,280 --> 00:09:05,600 we have to get our first break in here today on All In a Day's Drive. 146 00:09:05,610 --> 00:09:07,040 We'll be back in just a moment. 147 00:09:08,100 --> 00:09:10,520 You are listening to All In a Day's Drive. 148 00:09:10,910 --> 00:09:14,800 Stay with us while we top off our tank and order an m t o. 149 00:09:15,260 --> 00:09:19,840 The journey across Pennsylvania will continue right after this pit stop. 150 00:09:29,200 --> 00:09:32,880 Coordinated 360 is comprised of three main divisions, marketing, 151 00:09:32,910 --> 00:09:36,480 political consulting, and event management. 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She's a wife, mother of two, 196 00:12:34,700 --> 00:12:39,240 and a speech language pathologist hailing from southwestern Pennsylvania. 197 00:12:39,780 --> 00:12:43,520 She moved away for a few years before returning home to start her family. 198 00:12:44,020 --> 00:12:48,920 And boy did she explore the United States during that time from sea 199 00:12:49,020 --> 00:12:53,680 to shining sea. Kelly's adventures were nothing short of spectacular, 200 00:12:54,300 --> 00:12:56,680 but you know what? Since returning home, 201 00:12:57,070 --> 00:13:01,120 Kelly's perspective on her hometown and the surrounding areas has shifted 202 00:13:01,120 --> 00:13:04,480 dramatically, she can't stop daydreaming about her next adventure, 203 00:13:04,510 --> 00:13:08,360 whether it's exploring a new place or simply getting lost in the woods. 204 00:13:08,660 --> 00:13:13,240 And now she's here to share all her wonderful travel tips and insights with us. 205 00:13:13,580 --> 00:13:18,240 So let's buckle up, get the kids in the car seats, fill up our tanks, 206 00:13:18,420 --> 00:13:21,560 and join Kelly and her family on this exciting ride, 207 00:13:22,420 --> 00:13:26,920 all in a day's drive where the fun never stops. 208 00:13:48,700 --> 00:13:50,920 Hi, this is Kelly Adventures with Kelly, 209 00:13:51,020 --> 00:13:53,200 and you're listening to All On A Day's Drive. 210 00:13:53,660 --> 00:13:57,320 I'm a mom in southwestern Pennsylvania and I like to get my family out, explore, 211 00:13:57,740 --> 00:14:00,800 and I'm here to share some things I learn along the way to help you plan your 212 00:14:00,800 --> 00:14:05,400 adventure. So today I have a special guest with me. Her name is Grace. 213 00:14:05,740 --> 00:14:09,760 She is a mom friend of mine that I just met at the park. 214 00:14:10,060 --> 00:14:13,240 Our kids were at the same age, and we had a lot in common, 215 00:14:13,900 --> 00:14:18,120 and so we just kept having some play dates. It's just been wonderful, um, 216 00:14:18,740 --> 00:14:21,480 really a great friendship. And, um, 217 00:14:22,000 --> 00:14:26,680 I just wanted to say quickly that I have been looking for our state flower, 218 00:14:27,100 --> 00:14:28,840 the mountain laurel, for years now. 219 00:14:29,300 --> 00:14:34,280 I'm not very good at at plants and identifying them or keeping any alive 220 00:14:34,800 --> 00:14:35,140 <laugh>, 221 00:14:35,140 --> 00:14:39,040 but I grace I have been looking for years and I came to her house to play, 222 00:14:39,300 --> 00:14:42,880 and behind us is a bunch of Mountain Laurel and Bloom. 223 00:14:43,200 --> 00:14:46,120 I just needed to come to Grace's house. Here it is. It's. 224 00:14:46,510 --> 00:14:47,520 It's surrounded <laugh>. 225 00:14:47,620 --> 00:14:50,400 Yes, yes. That is so funny. So Grace, 226 00:14:50,420 --> 00:14:52,760 go ahead and introduce yourself again and what, 227 00:14:52,760 --> 00:14:54,440 what you like to do with your family. 228 00:14:54,710 --> 00:14:59,000 Sure. So we, um, recently in like the last year and a half or so, purchased a, 229 00:14:59,220 --> 00:15:00,960 um, a camper, a travel trailer. 230 00:15:01,210 --> 00:15:04,680 We've never really been into camping in the past. Um, 231 00:15:04,700 --> 00:15:07,760 but we had an opportunity to arise where we, we, um, 232 00:15:07,760 --> 00:15:12,640 were able to get this camper. Um, I have two boys that are two and four, 233 00:15:12,700 --> 00:15:16,680 so they're pretty close in age. Um, and we just hit the road. 234 00:15:16,740 --> 00:15:20,760 We started going to all of these different places, um, mostly on the east coast, 235 00:15:20,960 --> 00:15:24,320 a couple, uh, trip out, a big trip out west that really got us hooked on it. 236 00:15:24,900 --> 00:15:27,280 And, um, yeah, something about bringing your, 237 00:15:27,390 --> 00:15:30,760 your home with you to see these like absolutely beautiful places, 238 00:15:30,760 --> 00:15:32,080 especially in Pennsylvania. 239 00:15:32,080 --> 00:15:36,840 There's just so many different places that I would've never even thought about 240 00:15:36,840 --> 00:15:41,080 or heard of if I didn't have this, this camper, the ability to, 241 00:15:41,300 --> 00:15:43,480 to go out and, and check them out. So. 242 00:15:43,740 --> 00:15:48,400 And you definitely wanna try to follow Grace on social media because 243 00:15:48,410 --> 00:15:51,240 she's sharing lots of things she learned along the way. Mm-hmm. <affirmative>, 244 00:15:51,390 --> 00:15:55,640 very helpful tips. Um, and your Instagram, is that the best way to do it? 245 00:15:55,710 --> 00:15:59,800 Yeah, it's, uh, it's Smith's underscore adventure, so Smith's adventure. 246 00:16:00,500 --> 00:16:02,000 And yeah, we share all sorts of, 247 00:16:02,040 --> 00:16:06,120 I usually try to put in like a short video montage and I'll put a couple of, um, 248 00:16:06,120 --> 00:16:09,880 different pointers and things from different campgrounds that we've been to. Um, 249 00:16:10,140 --> 00:16:12,120 and yeah, we're just getting started really. Yeah. 250 00:16:12,120 --> 00:16:13,840 We have a lot of big adventures planned. 251 00:16:14,300 --> 00:16:15,040 So. Well, yeah, 252 00:16:15,040 --> 00:16:18,640 that's why I wanted to bring you on today because your last little trip looked 253 00:16:18,640 --> 00:16:20,600 awesome. Tell us where you went. Yeah. 254 00:16:20,600 --> 00:16:23,480 So we just got back from just a quick, uh, weekend trip. 255 00:16:23,540 --> 00:16:27,160 We went to the Shenango Recreation Area Campground, 256 00:16:27,160 --> 00:16:31,440 and it's like an hour north of Pittsburgh, maybe not even an hour. Um, 257 00:16:31,660 --> 00:16:33,720 but it's a, it's a huge campground. 258 00:16:33,810 --> 00:16:38,400 330 sites mostly of are primitive sites or electric only. 259 00:16:38,460 --> 00:16:41,440 So it's run by, um, it's like a, uh, 260 00:16:41,700 --> 00:16:45,160 run by like park rangers and stuff like that. But, um, 261 00:16:45,190 --> 00:16:49,520 it's right on the Shenango Lake, which is an absolutely gorgeous, um, 262 00:16:50,680 --> 00:16:55,120 gorgeous lake. And most of the campsites are also right on the lake as well, 263 00:16:55,180 --> 00:16:58,040 so you pretty much have a lake view, you know, wherever you stay. 264 00:16:58,140 --> 00:17:01,720 But it was gorgeous. Yeah. Perfect place for families, young kids, 265 00:17:01,950 --> 00:17:03,640 kids were everywhere riding their bikes, 266 00:17:03,640 --> 00:17:07,280 but it was also very quiet and spread out too, so you weren't like, 267 00:17:07,280 --> 00:17:10,920 on top of each other, like you are at some, uh, like RV campgrounds. 268 00:17:11,350 --> 00:17:14,840 Yeah. Yeah. That's really nice. I love when we can get on the water. 269 00:17:14,900 --> 00:17:17,440 We don't camp too much, but one of these days we're gonna join you. Yes. 270 00:17:17,440 --> 00:17:19,400 We have a tent, but yeah, I know we have, 271 00:17:19,680 --> 00:17:22,000 I used to camp a lot more before kids Uhhuh <affirmative>, but I, 272 00:17:22,200 --> 00:17:25,760 I would like to get into it for sure. Yeah, it's, it's just a great. 273 00:17:25,760 --> 00:17:28,960 Way to get, get your kids outside, you know? Yes. And, uh, 274 00:17:29,060 --> 00:17:30,720 and we just had an absolute blast. 275 00:17:31,110 --> 00:17:35,120 Good. Um, what if you're not camping, can you like, 276 00:17:35,270 --> 00:17:37,600 have fun at the lake if you're not camping? Yeah. 277 00:17:37,620 --> 00:17:41,600 So there's, um, so at that campground itself, there was a boat ramp, 278 00:17:41,700 --> 00:17:46,520 and then there was this huge, um, uh, camping beach where you could go to, 279 00:17:46,820 --> 00:17:50,920 um, like a giant like swimming area that was really cool where they had sand. 280 00:17:51,620 --> 00:17:55,880 Um, and, and yeah, I mean, water sports is like, is the name of the game there. 281 00:17:55,900 --> 00:17:58,720 If you have, um, boats, jet skis, 282 00:17:58,720 --> 00:18:03,080 even if you have like a kayak canoes, paddle boards, you wanna bring it to, 283 00:18:03,340 --> 00:18:07,000 to Shenango because you, you could spend all day out on the lake. 284 00:18:07,030 --> 00:18:07,863 It's absolutely. 285 00:18:08,000 --> 00:18:11,640 Gorgeous. That's awesome. Mm-hmm. <affirmative>, that sounds wonderful. Yep. Uh, 286 00:18:12,000 --> 00:18:16,560 Shenango Recreation area. Let me check it out. Yeah. Um, yeah, 287 00:18:16,820 --> 00:18:20,600 so Grace, thanks for, uh, joining us. Mm-hmm. 288 00:18:20,640 --> 00:18:23,120 <affirmative> may be sure to give her a follow. And, um, 289 00:18:23,120 --> 00:18:26,480 thanks for tuning into this adventure and hope to catch you on the next one. 290 00:18:27,900 --> 00:18:32,080 Thanks for joining Kelly on this adventure here on All In a Day's Drive. 291 00:18:32,900 --> 00:18:36,000 You can learn more about Kelly and her adventures by visiting 292 00:18:36,900 --> 00:18:39,880 www.adventureswithkelly.com, 293 00:18:40,380 --> 00:18:43,200 or connect with her on your favorite social media platforms. 294 00:18:43,490 --> 00:18:48,280 Today we've been exploring the beauty and wonder of Pennsylvania from the 295 00:18:48,400 --> 00:18:52,680 stunning landscapes to the historic landmarks and world renowned attractions. 296 00:18:52,920 --> 00:18:56,520 Pennsylvania truly has it all, and the best part, 297 00:18:57,060 --> 00:18:59,680 you can see it all in just one day's drive. 298 00:19:00,260 --> 00:19:04,520 So let's buckle up and join us as we journey through this incredible state 299 00:19:04,990 --> 00:19:09,600 from Philadelphia's Liberty Bell to the breathtaking vistas of the Pocono 300 00:19:09,720 --> 00:19:14,160 Mountains, we'll show you why Pennsylvania is a must visit destination. 301 00:19:14,580 --> 00:19:19,400 And now back to today's adventure here on All in a Day's 302 00:19:19,400 --> 00:19:20,233 Drive. 303 00:19:29,590 --> 00:19:32,530 Do you love fresh veggies, milk, and baked goods? 304 00:19:32,680 --> 00:19:37,450 Then make sure to visit Market on the Farm every Wednesday from three to 305 00:19:37,450 --> 00:19:41,250 6:00 PM through October at Harmony Acres Dairy. 306 00:19:41,880 --> 00:19:46,570 Located at 3 55 Perus Road in Be Vernon. 307 00:19:46,760 --> 00:19:51,610 Here you can find the freshest produce from local farms like Christener, 308 00:19:51,920 --> 00:19:56,130 flannel roots, Becca's Blooms, and Hilton Farm, too, 309 00:19:56,320 --> 00:19:58,250 filling hungry. No problem. 310 00:19:58,630 --> 00:20:01,650 You can feel your belly with rotating food vendors. 311 00:20:02,100 --> 00:20:04,130 Don't forget to bring the little ones, too. 312 00:20:04,480 --> 00:20:09,450 They'll love the Weekly Farm Kids Club at 5:00 PM and that's not 313 00:20:09,450 --> 00:20:09,910 all. 314 00:20:09,910 --> 00:20:14,810 You can also visit Harmony Acres Dairy every Friday from three 315 00:20:14,910 --> 00:20:19,490 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 316 00:20:19,490 --> 00:20:24,490 4:00 PM So don't miss out on the best Farmer's market around market on 317 00:20:24,490 --> 00:20:26,970 the farm at Harmony Acres Dairy. 318 00:20:28,040 --> 00:20:30,050 Nestled in the heart of the Laurel Highlands, 319 00:20:30,050 --> 00:20:34,570 the Christian W. Clay Winery and Ridge Runner Distillery offer handcrafted wines 320 00:20:34,570 --> 00:20:37,650 and spirits using locally sourced grapes. And ingredients. 321 00:20:37,880 --> 00:20:42,210 Stop by our to Pennsylvania tasting rooms located just across the street from 322 00:20:42,210 --> 00:20:45,290 each other. Or pick up a bottle on our wine cellar on Route 40, 323 00:20:45,350 --> 00:20:46,850 the National Road Post. 324 00:20:46,910 --> 00:20:51,120 Join us at the Distillery Stage Distillery June from two to 5:00 PM two to 325 00:20:51,120 --> 00:20:54,960 5:00 PM on Sunday. For Music Joe Matter. Mark your calendars 326 00:20:57,020 --> 00:20:58,600 for the Winery Laven Festival. 327 00:20:58,600 --> 00:21:02,960 Then mark your calendar by June 24th for the Christian W. Clay, 328 00:21:03,180 --> 00:21:06,400 the Grum Lavender Festival creamery. And more. 329 00:21:07,220 --> 00:21:09,920 For more information about the Christian W. Clay Winery, 330 00:21:10,110 --> 00:21:14,960 call 7 2 4 4 3 9 3 4 2 4. And for Ridge Runner Distillery, 331 00:21:14,990 --> 00:21:18,400 call 7 2 4 4 3 4 6 6 5 9. 332 00:21:18,400 --> 00:21:21,480 Christian Clay Winery and Ridge Runner Distillery, 333 00:21:21,580 --> 00:21:26,400 the Laurel Highlands Premiere purveyors of Locally Made Wine and Spirits. 334 00:21:27,980 --> 00:21:31,920 Thanks for staying with us on All in Today's Drive. I'm your host Matt Dowling. 335 00:21:32,020 --> 00:21:36,240 My guest today is Scott Bradford, the, uh, general Mander, 336 00:21:36,700 --> 00:21:40,360 excuse me, general manager extraordinaire here at, uh, 337 00:21:40,360 --> 00:21:43,280 the Christian W. Clay Winery. And, uh, 338 00:21:43,370 --> 00:21:47,720 we've been talking kind of all things wine and, and vine, 339 00:21:48,340 --> 00:21:51,600 but, uh, especially about the Lavender Festival. 340 00:21:51,740 --> 00:21:56,000 So I wanted to kind of get back to that topic. Uh, and you know, 341 00:21:56,040 --> 00:21:56,920 I I wanted to know, 342 00:21:57,100 --> 00:22:01,360 are there special promotions for visitors of the, uh, 343 00:22:01,640 --> 00:22:02,473 of the Lavender. 344 00:22:03,120 --> 00:22:06,920 Festival? Oh, absolutely. Um, this is a pretty big event. 345 00:22:06,950 --> 00:22:11,120 This is one of Sharon's most favorite events. So we'll have, uh, 346 00:22:11,310 --> 00:22:15,640 door prizes, giveaways, um, as far as wine and and spirits, 347 00:22:15,660 --> 00:22:19,000 we are doing volume pricing so you can, uh, 348 00:22:19,000 --> 00:22:22,680 pick up some extra wine and save some extra money or spirits as well too. 349 00:22:23,350 --> 00:22:26,760 Sure. Now, if I'm a first time visitor to, to the festival, 350 00:22:26,760 --> 00:22:29,280 and I've not been here before, um, 351 00:22:29,790 --> 00:22:33,960 what are some things that I should make sure to, to plan, 352 00:22:34,620 --> 00:22:37,520 uh, or things that I should expect? And, 353 00:22:37,520 --> 00:22:40,960 and I know we haven't talked about entertainment for the festival yet, right? 354 00:22:41,300 --> 00:22:44,800 Um, but, you know, maybe you can tell us a little bit about that and, you know, 355 00:22:44,800 --> 00:22:48,800 should I bring my, uh, my chair in a bag, my camp chair, or, you know, 356 00:22:48,800 --> 00:22:50,480 could I borrow a chair from you? What, 357 00:22:50,510 --> 00:22:52,880 what should we pack if we're coming out to the festival? So. 358 00:22:52,880 --> 00:22:56,360 We'll pretty much have everything. I mean, depending on, uh, 359 00:22:56,360 --> 00:23:00,640 the amount of people attending, um, if you want to bring a blanket and, 360 00:23:01,540 --> 00:23:04,520 um, you know, or a chair, you're, you're more than welcome to do that. 361 00:23:04,520 --> 00:23:09,280 We have lots of grass area for that. Um, we can expect a really, 362 00:23:09,280 --> 00:23:12,060 really nice band. One of the, uh, uh, 363 00:23:12,060 --> 00:23:15,460 biggest bands in the area will be playing in, and that's fret buzz. Um, 364 00:23:15,840 --> 00:23:19,740 as far as food, we'll have food trucks, we'll have local vendors. Um, 365 00:23:19,890 --> 00:23:24,020 it's a full day of fun. Absolutely. And you, again, 366 00:23:24,240 --> 00:23:26,700 the only thing if you're gonna bring anything, bring a blanket. Other than that, 367 00:23:26,700 --> 00:23:27,540 we have everything ready. 368 00:23:27,730 --> 00:23:31,620 Sure. Now how about, how about your dog? Because, uh, 369 00:23:31,620 --> 00:23:36,460 Becky and I don't leave how leave the home a lot without, uh, Brooks, our, 370 00:23:36,460 --> 00:23:38,460 our four-legged companion. Uh, 371 00:23:38,580 --> 00:23:41,980 I know on normal days you were your dog friendly here. Absolutely. 372 00:23:41,980 --> 00:23:43,140 During the festival as well. 373 00:23:43,440 --> 00:23:47,600 We are absolutely. Um, as long as they're leashed and, and well behaved, um, 374 00:23:48,840 --> 00:23:51,580 not often we get something mean and aggressive, 375 00:23:51,680 --> 00:23:54,980 but we do want 'em to be unleashed and we love animals. So. 376 00:23:55,640 --> 00:23:57,340 So we talked a little bit, uh, 377 00:23:57,340 --> 00:24:01,380 before our first commercial break about some of the different products that 378 00:24:01,380 --> 00:24:05,980 you'll have here. I don't know if you, uh, have the vendor list memorized yet, 379 00:24:06,000 --> 00:24:10,940 but what are some other small local businesses that, uh, will be partaking in? 380 00:24:11,480 --> 00:24:12,340 Uh, the festival? 381 00:24:12,780 --> 00:24:14,420 I know, um, Lila and Lou, 382 00:24:14,480 --> 00:24:18,540 the candle that you showed right when we started is a small local business. Um, 383 00:24:19,140 --> 00:24:20,940 a young couple with two daughters. 384 00:24:20,940 --> 00:24:25,580 That's actually their daughter's names the name of the candle company. Um, 385 00:24:25,580 --> 00:24:29,620 they'll be here. We have some, uh, a stained glass man. 386 00:24:29,880 --> 00:24:34,220 I'm not sure of his name. A lot of the names I don't know offhand, but I, 387 00:24:34,340 --> 00:24:38,420 I know them. We'll also have some, uh, a woodworking, um, 388 00:24:39,390 --> 00:24:41,490 vendor here that does Americana. 389 00:24:42,070 --> 00:24:46,450 So we'll have at least 20 vendors here for that day. So. 390 00:24:48,030 --> 00:24:49,090 So, uh, you know, 391 00:24:49,390 --> 00:24:53,850 now a more general question about the Christian W. Clay Winery. 392 00:24:54,230 --> 00:24:59,210 And, uh, and if you wonder across the street to the Ridge Runner Distillery, 393 00:24:59,510 --> 00:25:04,410 you may actually find Christian W. Clay, uh, himself. So I, I, 394 00:25:04,490 --> 00:25:06,730 I know his, this is his mother's business, 395 00:25:06,750 --> 00:25:08,810 and it was named after him when he was a child. 396 00:25:09,240 --> 00:25:12,170 What are some other points of history, uh, 397 00:25:12,170 --> 00:25:14,170 that's important to know here about the winery? 398 00:25:14,870 --> 00:25:18,090 Um, Sharon was a watercolorist and, 399 00:25:18,090 --> 00:25:22,970 and how she ended up in the wine business is still wild to me. Um, 400 00:25:23,430 --> 00:25:27,170 so as a watercolorist, you know, she was telling me, you add a little green, 401 00:25:27,290 --> 00:25:30,490 a little blue, and you get this a little purple and black, and you get that. 402 00:25:30,750 --> 00:25:34,530 And that's how it is with the wines. Most of our wines are blends, 403 00:25:34,990 --> 00:25:38,970 and that's what Sharon's passion is. She absolutely loves blends, 404 00:25:39,110 --> 00:25:42,490 and that comes from her background as being a watercolorist. Um, 405 00:25:42,870 --> 00:25:44,330 as far as the winery, um, 406 00:25:44,490 --> 00:25:48,250 I know it was Senator Crow's Estate from the late 1880s. Um, 407 00:25:48,700 --> 00:25:50,730 while we were doing some renovations in the barn, 408 00:25:51,030 --> 00:25:55,930 we actually came across some initials ending in sea. And I, 409 00:25:56,170 --> 00:26:00,130 like BC was one. So I was talking to Sharon and she said that was, uh, 410 00:26:00,470 --> 00:26:02,330 the grandson, um, 411 00:26:02,350 --> 00:26:06,250 had carved his initials in there and came here years ago, 412 00:26:07,390 --> 00:26:11,590 was probably close to a hundred years old. They let him climb on a ladder. 413 00:26:11,970 --> 00:26:15,710 He went up and looked, and they took a picture of his initials in that. 414 00:26:15,850 --> 00:26:18,590 So a lot of history here. A lot of history. But. 415 00:26:19,370 --> 00:26:23,550 Now, uh, you know, I, I know that, uh, one of the duties you have here as, 416 00:26:23,610 --> 00:26:28,390 as general manager is, uh, handling the brides that are, uh, 417 00:26:28,390 --> 00:26:31,350 getting married here. And you mentioned the, uh, 418 00:26:31,460 --> 00:26:36,110 amazing barn that you have, and, you know, that's a picturesque, 419 00:26:36,410 --> 00:26:40,990 uh, location. I've actually never had the opportunity to come to a, 420 00:26:41,390 --> 00:26:45,640 a wedding in the vineyard. Uh, but just a few days ago, I was, uh, 421 00:26:45,640 --> 00:26:49,960 helping Christian grab a, a tractor from up that area and, 422 00:26:50,180 --> 00:26:55,040 and I got to drive through and, uh, was just amazed at the, the view that is, 423 00:26:55,100 --> 00:26:59,040 uh, all the way up there. So I, I know you don't have many dates available, 424 00:26:59,260 --> 00:27:02,200 but if you wanted to get married, and, uh, 425 00:27:02,200 --> 00:27:05,800 maybe they'll have to wait three years until your calendar's open. But, uh, 426 00:27:06,020 --> 00:27:08,680 you know, tell us a little bit about how you work with those, 427 00:27:08,730 --> 00:27:10,720 those brides and grooms and, 428 00:27:10,720 --> 00:27:13,680 and the wedding parties and other special events you have here. 429 00:27:13,750 --> 00:27:18,560 Sure. So as far as wedding ceremonies and receptions, we can provide everything. 430 00:27:18,820 --> 00:27:23,160 Um, something when you're coming in, you would need, uh, 431 00:27:23,350 --> 00:27:27,560 your centerpieces, a DJ and, um, a food vendor, 432 00:27:27,840 --> 00:27:29,760 a caterer. Other than that, we can do everything. 433 00:27:29,900 --> 00:27:33,600 We have a package from basic all the way up into, uh, 434 00:27:34,160 --> 00:27:37,000 a premium package, which can provide linens. Um, 435 00:27:37,060 --> 00:27:39,960 we do have dates available for 2024 few, 436 00:27:40,180 --> 00:27:43,480 so that's still a possibility for some. Um, 437 00:27:44,380 --> 00:27:47,200 but we can do the entire thing ceremony, um, 438 00:27:47,200 --> 00:27:51,760 which is based on one of the highest points on the property and 439 00:27:52,270 --> 00:27:56,360 what the tri-state view you can overlook. Um, West Virginia, Maryland, 440 00:27:56,940 --> 00:28:01,520 pa nine times when I, nine times outta 10, when I take a bride up to the, 441 00:28:01,740 --> 00:28:04,440 the ceremony site. I mean, as soon as they see that, they're like, 442 00:28:04,440 --> 00:28:06,320 where do I sign? So, um, 443 00:28:06,860 --> 00:28:11,120 our work is easy based on the property and the views. 444 00:28:11,180 --> 00:28:14,680 And then as far as the barn, um, it's all, you know, 445 00:28:14,990 --> 00:28:18,760 most of that is a late 1880s that's still in there. 446 00:28:19,020 --> 00:28:20,400 We did add restrooms in heat, 447 00:28:20,580 --> 00:28:23,760 so we can do a wedding or event any time of the year now. 448 00:28:24,500 --> 00:28:28,360 And other than weddings, what are some events that you cater to here? 449 00:28:28,620 --> 00:28:30,600 So we'll do car shows. We have, um, 450 00:28:30,910 --> 00:28:35,120 another very popular event here is our chili festival, which is the last, 451 00:28:36,050 --> 00:28:39,750 I'm sorry, third or last Saturday, every September, um, 452 00:28:39,750 --> 00:28:41,790 which is our harvest party. Um, 453 00:28:41,890 --> 00:28:44,150 but we'll do music events throughout the year up in the barn. 454 00:28:44,150 --> 00:28:46,030 We'll do it on our pavilion music series, 455 00:28:46,080 --> 00:28:50,550 which is throughout the summer car shows. Um, we host a, you know, 456 00:28:51,070 --> 00:28:54,190 anything we can do, a birthday party, a corporate event, whatever, 457 00:28:54,210 --> 00:28:55,043 we can do it all. 458 00:28:55,570 --> 00:28:56,170 So, uh, 459 00:28:56,170 --> 00:28:59,830 one of the events that I know will be coming up towards the end of the summer, 460 00:28:59,850 --> 00:29:04,310 and I know it's one that, uh, that Sharon always likes to talk about as well, 461 00:29:04,490 --> 00:29:07,750 is Winestock. Yeah. And, uh, and she always says it's, 462 00:29:07,750 --> 00:29:11,030 it's a bunch of hippies that like to hang out at, at the winery. And, uh, 463 00:29:11,370 --> 00:29:14,630 but that, that may not be completely true. I don't think you guys, uh, 464 00:29:14,630 --> 00:29:15,030 it sounds. 465 00:29:15,030 --> 00:29:15,660 Good though. 466 00:29:15,660 --> 00:29:20,070 Hold just to hippies, but tell me a little bit about that big event that, uh, 467 00:29:20,190 --> 00:29:22,190 I believe happens August timeframe. 468 00:29:22,410 --> 00:29:26,870 Uh, yes. That's always gonna be, again, the first Saturday of August. Um, 469 00:29:27,090 --> 00:29:29,550 and that's something that Sharon had, uh, 470 00:29:30,090 --> 00:29:32,630 dreamt of for years and years and years. You know, 471 00:29:32,690 --> 00:29:37,590 she could envision people on the hillside there and bands on 472 00:29:37,630 --> 00:29:42,160 a stage and, you know, people having a good time and just like a Woodstock Sure. 473 00:29:42,160 --> 00:29:43,720 That's what she was thinking about. 474 00:29:44,380 --> 00:29:49,280 And it actually came to fruition probably about, it's, it's been, 475 00:29:49,510 --> 00:29:53,160 it's been four years now. This will be our fifth year. So, um, 476 00:29:53,540 --> 00:29:56,920 but we'll have multiple bands, food trucks. We'll have a hippie contest, 477 00:29:57,220 --> 00:30:00,760 you know, best hippie win something, we'll do giveaways, 478 00:30:00,760 --> 00:30:01,920 door prizes again on that. 479 00:30:02,340 --> 00:30:05,960 So I haven't started growing my dreadlocks out yet, but, uh, 480 00:30:06,340 --> 00:30:09,720 but maybe I need to to work on my hippie attire for, uh, 481 00:30:09,720 --> 00:30:13,480 for the festival at the end of the summer. Um, now, you know, our, 482 00:30:13,740 --> 00:30:16,760 our radio show here all on a day's drive, um, 483 00:30:17,010 --> 00:30:21,320 helps people to explore what is in their own backyard. 484 00:30:21,580 --> 00:30:25,080 But we also have worked really hard to, uh, 485 00:30:25,300 --> 00:30:30,280 to put some sponsored advertisements out to gain people from outside 486 00:30:30,280 --> 00:30:34,440 of the area listening. And, uh, and we actually now, uh, 487 00:30:34,470 --> 00:30:39,400 have had listeners in, in six countries and all 50 states. 488 00:30:39,740 --> 00:30:43,800 If I'm coming to Southwestern Pennsylvania, uh, 489 00:30:44,030 --> 00:30:47,360 from outside of the area, maybe Baltimore or DC mm-hmm. <affirmative>, 490 00:30:48,060 --> 00:30:52,400 why should I stop at the Christian W. Clay Winery? What makes you special? 491 00:30:53,140 --> 00:30:56,640 Um, and I know there are some other great wineries in the area as well, 492 00:30:57,100 --> 00:31:00,080 but what's signature to you and, and why should I stop? 493 00:31:00,740 --> 00:31:05,560 Uh, I would stop based on the fact that we are truly a farm to bottle operation. 494 00:31:06,100 --> 00:31:09,960 Um, we grow just about everything here. The property is absolutely beautiful, 495 00:31:09,960 --> 00:31:10,960 it's well maintained, 496 00:31:11,340 --> 00:31:15,600 and where else can you go where you have a distillery and a winery all at one 497 00:31:15,880 --> 00:31:18,640 location? Not many, not many places have that to offer. 498 00:31:18,860 --> 00:31:20,640 So, and we're only, uh, 499 00:31:20,640 --> 00:31:25,360 we're only a few miles from the Gap trail. Correct. And, uh, you know, 500 00:31:25,660 --> 00:31:29,360 the Gap Trail is sees international guests every year, 501 00:31:29,940 --> 00:31:30,920 not even dimension, 502 00:31:31,020 --> 00:31:35,360 the two gorgeous Frank Lloyd Wright homes that we have right. In our own, 503 00:31:35,820 --> 00:31:39,880 in our own backyard. Um, now if I'm, I'm planning a trip here, 504 00:31:40,540 --> 00:31:44,800 how long should I pencil in to, uh, to hang out at the winery? 505 00:31:45,420 --> 00:31:49,400 Is it a do a tasting, buy a bottle and leave, or, you know, 506 00:31:49,460 --> 00:31:53,000 do you have some regular things every week that, uh, 507 00:31:53,190 --> 00:31:55,000 that people can try to participate with? 508 00:31:55,140 --> 00:31:57,400 Oh, yeah. We, we suggest come in and, and plan, 509 00:31:57,590 --> 00:32:01,810 plan on spending the day with us. We have, 510 00:32:02,430 --> 00:32:04,130 uh, if we don't have a food truck here, 511 00:32:04,130 --> 00:32:07,010 we do have shark foodie and other food products available. 512 00:32:07,970 --> 00:32:12,940 Lots of space for the kids to run and, um, have a good time. Lots of great wine. 513 00:32:13,880 --> 00:32:18,700 And it, you know, we have, it's not uncommon for people to come and, and, 514 00:32:18,880 --> 00:32:23,700 you know, bring a blanket and the kids and you know, the dog on a leash and, 515 00:32:23,800 --> 00:32:24,860 and just spend the day with us. 516 00:32:25,370 --> 00:32:29,900 Well, and you know, someone who, um, who has young kids, 517 00:32:30,200 --> 00:32:31,300 uh, their, their selves, 518 00:32:31,580 --> 00:32:36,260 I know that I have stopped at other wineries that aren't always as 519 00:32:36,500 --> 00:32:38,740 friendly about, uh, about having kids. 520 00:32:38,880 --> 00:32:43,840 Not all of 'em are always as friendly about having, you know, dogs. But, uh, 521 00:32:44,060 --> 00:32:45,960 you know, it, it's not like this is a, 522 00:32:46,120 --> 00:32:50,000 a rowdy bar that wouldn't wanna bring kids to Yeah. But you guys are, 523 00:32:50,060 --> 00:32:51,320 are kind of family friendly. 524 00:32:51,410 --> 00:32:55,840 Absolutely. We are. It's, uh, we focus on family and Sharon's, uh, 525 00:32:56,320 --> 00:33:00,680 absolute love for dogs. So, uh, we welcome both and, and it is true. 526 00:33:00,680 --> 00:33:05,520 There are lots of places that are not family friendly or pet friendly, but, 527 00:33:05,900 --> 00:33:07,440 and that's a key point for us. You know, 528 00:33:07,440 --> 00:33:10,280 that's another reason to come is because we are. 529 00:33:10,890 --> 00:33:13,840 Absolutely. And, and, you know, if the dog needs a bowl of water, 530 00:33:14,120 --> 00:33:19,120 I know you guys would happily take care of, uh, take care of that. And, uh, 531 00:33:19,140 --> 00:33:24,080 as, as long as you clean up after, uh, after animal on the way out, I, I think, 532 00:33:24,220 --> 00:33:27,040 uh, everyone will have a have a great time here. 533 00:33:27,800 --> 00:33:32,480 I wanted to shift the conversation now to sustainability mm-hmm. <affirmative>, 534 00:33:32,500 --> 00:33:37,440 and, uh, you know, I was just recently, uh, at a conference that the, 535 00:33:37,500 --> 00:33:42,240 the Laurel Highlands Visitor Bureau had, uh, and we were talking about, uh, 536 00:33:42,300 --> 00:33:46,320 the fact that travelers coming to our area, to our own backyard, 537 00:33:46,810 --> 00:33:51,640 those people are looking for sustainability and something that 538 00:33:51,980 --> 00:33:56,120 is not going to make a negative impact on, uh, 539 00:33:56,300 --> 00:34:00,680 on our area. So tell us about how you practice sustainability. 540 00:34:01,030 --> 00:34:01,863 Well. 541 00:34:02,580 --> 00:34:06,520 As far as the winery and distillery, we both do recycling. Um, 542 00:34:06,630 --> 00:34:11,280 Christian is actually producing a solar field for us now, so, 543 00:34:11,700 --> 00:34:15,880 um, that's really gonna really make a difference here. Um, 544 00:34:16,020 --> 00:34:20,520 we also have springs, you know, the Farm Bay Springs Farm has springs, so, 545 00:34:20,860 --> 00:34:24,840 um, it's not like we're, you know, we have an endless supply of water. Um, 546 00:34:25,580 --> 00:34:30,040 and the, the solar in itself is really, really a big a, 547 00:34:30,160 --> 00:34:32,120 a big thing. And that's gonna help. 548 00:34:33,060 --> 00:34:36,360 And I know that, um, that one of the, uh, 549 00:34:36,370 --> 00:34:40,600 solar goal in the future, and, and it may be a couple years, 550 00:34:41,180 --> 00:34:45,480 but is to eliminate some of the heating costs, which is great for Sharon, 551 00:34:45,580 --> 00:34:49,840 for our owner. Um, but also, you know, just to be, 552 00:34:50,500 --> 00:34:55,240 um, more diligent in, in the commitment to, uh, 553 00:34:55,580 --> 00:34:57,280 to having clean energy here. 554 00:34:57,290 --> 00:34:58,160 Right, right. 555 00:34:59,420 --> 00:35:04,080 Um, you know, I know that barn can't be, can't be easy to heat, so, uh, no. 556 00:35:04,140 --> 00:35:06,920 So I think that will make a, a huge difference. Yeah. 557 00:35:06,920 --> 00:35:09,720 It's, it's an original barn and it's not insulated, 558 00:35:09,900 --> 00:35:11,480 so it does take a lot of heat. 559 00:35:11,540 --> 00:35:16,440 So being able to produce that solar will be huge for the business. Huge. 560 00:35:17,220 --> 00:35:20,680 Now, um, we've talked a little bit about the, 561 00:35:20,860 --> 00:35:25,720 the barn and the facilities here, uh, and, and how they're able to be used. 562 00:35:26,020 --> 00:35:30,960 We, we've talked about the sustainability of projects, um, 563 00:35:31,660 --> 00:35:35,800 and also the fact that we have this new solar field that's going to, 564 00:35:36,180 --> 00:35:40,680 to be put in. Um, why don't you tell us a little bit about, uh, 565 00:35:40,910 --> 00:35:45,720 some of the other things that are on the future in horizon, uh, 566 00:35:45,860 --> 00:35:47,440 of the Christian w Kcla Winery? 567 00:35:48,520 --> 00:35:53,240 I know that, um, at one point Christian was looking into, um, 568 00:35:53,720 --> 00:35:58,480 a robot system, and that robot system can actually, uh, weed the vineyard. 569 00:35:59,180 --> 00:36:00,480 Um, it can prune. 570 00:36:01,100 --> 00:36:05,520 So there's lots of future stuff coming up as far as, 571 00:36:06,140 --> 00:36:11,000 you know, he's really heavily into electronics and stuff. Uh, um, 572 00:36:11,180 --> 00:36:15,680 we also use like golf carts, uh, on the property instead of using, you know, 573 00:36:16,380 --> 00:36:20,280 uh, diesels and stuff like that. So, but we, 574 00:36:20,920 --> 00:36:23,080 I think I'm, I'm excited to hear, to see that, 575 00:36:23,460 --> 00:36:26,920 and that would be a robot actually pulling a weed or cutting a weed, you know, 576 00:36:27,120 --> 00:36:27,670 <laugh>. 577 00:36:27,670 --> 00:36:32,400 Yeah. I, I guess we've had now Roomba in our living rooms for a while. Uh, 578 00:36:32,460 --> 00:36:35,480 but, you know, finding something a little bit more, uh, 579 00:36:35,790 --> 00:36:39,240 robotic that can actually get out in the fields is, 580 00:36:39,540 --> 00:36:42,880 is something that's exciting. Um, but you know, 581 00:36:42,880 --> 00:36:45,680 if you enjoy the outdoors and, 582 00:36:45,680 --> 00:36:47,800 and we're talking about getting out in the fields, right? 583 00:36:47,800 --> 00:36:51,520 You enjoy the outdoors, uh, when it comes to harvest time, 584 00:36:51,860 --> 00:36:56,240 aren't there some opportunities that, uh, that locals can, uh, 585 00:36:56,420 --> 00:36:58,920 get involved with? Can't you come up and, and pick grapes. 586 00:36:58,920 --> 00:37:02,800 Here? Oh, absolutely. Absolutely. We, we love grape pickers. Um, 587 00:37:02,800 --> 00:37:07,200 typically us usual, well usually at the end of September is, uh, 588 00:37:08,360 --> 00:37:10,130 primarily when we start the harvest, 589 00:37:10,390 --> 00:37:15,130 or sometimes we've had to be done by the end of September because the birds have 590 00:37:15,130 --> 00:37:17,250 gotten the crop or the sugar's high enough, 591 00:37:17,250 --> 00:37:20,170 the bricks are high enough in the grapes to go ahead and pull 'em. 592 00:37:20,170 --> 00:37:25,090 But we have at least 30 opportunities daily, um, 593 00:37:25,190 --> 00:37:29,770 for about four weeks and harvesting the grapes. So lots of opportunity. 594 00:37:29,860 --> 00:37:32,370 We'll put an ad on Facebook or, uh, 595 00:37:32,370 --> 00:37:36,930 the website or just start spreading the word and it's happened long enough that 596 00:37:37,030 --> 00:37:41,130 we have a, a stream of regulars that will just call and say, when's it time? So, 597 00:37:41,430 --> 00:37:43,490 but yeah, lots of opportunity for great picking. 598 00:37:44,230 --> 00:37:45,610 And uh, and I would imagine if, 599 00:37:45,610 --> 00:37:48,930 if you do some great picking at the end of the day, there may be, uh, 600 00:37:49,240 --> 00:37:53,170 some great consumption or maybe in the form of wine, correct. That. 601 00:37:53,170 --> 00:37:55,050 Could be possible. Could be possible, huh. 602 00:37:55,670 --> 00:37:58,130 So we do have to get one more break in today. 603 00:37:58,220 --> 00:38:02,090 Scott will be back here on All In Day's Drive in just a moment. 604 00:38:03,110 --> 00:38:05,770 You are listening to All In a Day's Drive. 605 00:38:06,160 --> 00:38:09,930 Stay with us while we top off our tank and order an Mt. O. 606 00:38:10,390 --> 00:38:14,970 The journey across Pennsylvania will continue right after this pit stop. 607 00:38:23,890 --> 00:38:27,990 Is your business using analog strategies in a digital marketing world? 608 00:38:28,570 --> 00:38:29,180 If so, 609 00:38:29,180 --> 00:38:33,830 then contact Matthew or Rebecca Dowling at Coordinated 360 for a 610 00:38:33,830 --> 00:38:37,840 professional consultation where we bring in-depth knowledge and functional 611 00:38:37,870 --> 00:38:39,760 expertise with a holistic perspective. 612 00:38:40,640 --> 00:38:45,320 Coordinated 360 provides digital marketing, paid ad and media buying services, 613 00:38:45,540 --> 00:38:50,160 web design, social media management, video production, and more for businesses, 614 00:38:50,190 --> 00:38:54,800 organizations, and political campaigns with decades of experience. 615 00:38:54,950 --> 00:38:59,480 Matt and Becky at Coordinated 360 can help you craft your unique message 616 00:38:59,900 --> 00:39:04,680 and share it with the world. For a no risk media evaluation and recommendations, 617 00:39:05,110 --> 00:39:09,960 call 7 2 4 3 2 0 22 12 or visit us 618 00:39:10,100 --> 00:39:14,880 online at www.coordinatedthreesixty.com. 619 00:39:15,430 --> 00:39:18,160 Find us also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, 620 00:39:18,620 --> 00:39:22,080 or email info coordinated three sixty.com. 621 00:39:24,430 --> 00:39:26,440 Nestled in the heart of the Laurel Highlands, 622 00:39:26,440 --> 00:39:31,080 the Christian W. Clay Winery and Ridge Runner Distillery offer handcrafted wines 623 00:39:31,080 --> 00:39:34,040 and spirits using locally sourced grapes and ingredients. 624 00:39:34,270 --> 00:39:38,600 Stop by our Toki Pennsylvania tasting rooms located just across the street from 625 00:39:38,600 --> 00:39:41,680 each other. Or pick up a bottle at our wine cellar on Route 40, 626 00:39:41,740 --> 00:39:43,240 the National Road Post. 627 00:39:43,310 --> 00:39:46,960 Join us at the distiller Rich Runner distiller, June two to five, 628 00:39:47,020 --> 00:39:50,160 two to 5:00 PM on Sunday from Music by Joe Matter. 629 00:39:50,510 --> 00:39:55,000 Mark your calendars Gourmets for the Winery Lavender Festival. 630 00:39:55,000 --> 00:39:59,440 Then mark your calendar music by fourth for the Christian W. Clay, 631 00:39:59,660 --> 00:40:02,720 the Gruff Lavender Festival creamery. And more. 632 00:40:03,540 --> 00:40:06,160 For more information about the Christian W. Clay Winery, 633 00:40:06,350 --> 00:40:09,560 call 7 2 4 4 3 9 3 4 2 4. 634 00:40:09,780 --> 00:40:11,360 And for Ridge Runner Distillery, 635 00:40:11,390 --> 00:40:14,840 call 7 2 4 4 3 4 6 6 5 9. 636 00:40:14,840 --> 00:40:18,000 Christian Clay Winery and Ridge Runner Distillery, 637 00:40:18,140 --> 00:40:22,720 the Laurel Highlands Premiere purveyors of locally made wine and spirits. 638 00:40:24,660 --> 00:40:27,840 Do you love fresh veggies, milk, and baked goods? 639 00:40:27,950 --> 00:40:32,800 Then make sure to visit Market on the Farm every Wednesday from three to 640 00:40:32,800 --> 00:40:36,520 6:00 PM through October at Harmony Acres Dairy. 641 00:40:37,150 --> 00:40:41,760 Located at 3 55 Perus Road in Bell Vernon. 642 00:40:41,950 --> 00:40:46,880 Here you can find the freshest produce from local farms like Christener, 643 00:40:47,230 --> 00:40:51,480 flannel Roots, Becca's Blooms, and Hilton Farm too. 644 00:40:51,710 --> 00:40:53,720 Feeling hungry. No problem. 645 00:40:54,140 --> 00:40:56,920 You can feel your belly with rotating food vendors. 646 00:40:57,370 --> 00:40:59,360 Don't forget to bring the little ones too. 647 00:40:59,670 --> 00:41:04,600 They'll love the Weekly Farm Kids Club at 5:00 PM and that's 648 00:41:04,600 --> 00:41:05,220 not all. 649 00:41:05,220 --> 00:41:10,200 You can also visit Harmony Acres Dairy every Friday from three 650 00:41:10,260 --> 00:41:14,760 to 6:00 PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 651 00:41:14,760 --> 00:41:19,680 4:00 PM So don't miss out on the best Farmer's Market around market on 652 00:41:19,680 --> 00:41:22,280 the farm at Harmony Acres Dairy. 653 00:41:22,710 --> 00:41:25,160 Well, thanks for staying with us and all on a day's drive. 654 00:41:25,220 --> 00:41:28,520 My name is Matt Dowling, uh, alongside Scott Bradford. 655 00:41:28,530 --> 00:41:33,040 Scott is the general manager here at the Christian W. Clay Winery. And, uh, 656 00:41:33,100 --> 00:41:36,440 how long have you been with the winery, Scott? Over five years now, correct? Uh, 657 00:41:36,440 --> 00:41:41,040 close to five years now. Yep. So, uh, Scott, as I said, is the general manager. 658 00:41:41,180 --> 00:41:42,160 He also, uh, 659 00:41:42,330 --> 00:41:46,800 helps with booking any of the special events that you want to have here in the, 660 00:41:46,800 --> 00:41:50,320 uh, the gorgeous historic barn. Uh, 661 00:41:50,370 --> 00:41:54,240 we've been talking about some of the special events that that happened here. 662 00:41:54,540 --> 00:41:57,040 We have just a couple moments here left. 663 00:41:57,220 --> 00:42:00,680 For those listeners who don't know where the winery is located, 664 00:42:00,740 --> 00:42:05,200 it is located on Fayette Springs Road in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania. 665 00:42:05,740 --> 00:42:08,320 You can reach Scott or any of his staff at 666 00:42:08,320 --> 00:42:13,320 7 24 4 3 9 3 4 2 4, 667 00:42:13,900 --> 00:42:15,320 or email info 668 00:42:17,020 --> 00:42:21,880 cw clay winery.com or find them on Facebook, 669 00:42:22,190 --> 00:42:23,023 Instagram, 670 00:42:23,220 --> 00:42:27,120 and Twitter to stay up to date with all of the exciting things that are 671 00:42:27,120 --> 00:42:31,320 happening at the Christian W. Clay Winery. Scott, 672 00:42:31,320 --> 00:42:35,600 thank you so much for being with us here today on All In a Day's Drive. 673 00:42:37,910 --> 00:42:42,400 This has been all in a day's drive. Don't waste a moment of time, 674 00:42:42,970 --> 00:42:45,600 start planning your adventure in Pennsylvania today. 675 00:42:46,020 --> 00:42:49,720 All in a day's drive is a production of Coordinated 360. 676 00:42:50,220 --> 00:42:53,160 All rights reserved. For more information, visit 677 00:42:54,140 --> 00:42:59,140 www.coordinatedthreesixty.comorwww.matthewddowling.com. 678 00:43:02,040 --> 00:43:05,800 Portions of today's program may have been underwritten in some way by the 679 00:43:05,800 --> 00:43:08,920 attraction location or venue discussed on the show. 680 00:43:09,430 --> 00:43:13,960 Rebroadcast of this program may be done free of charge for the use of promoting 681 00:43:13,960 --> 00:43:16,080 tourism in southwestern Pennsylvania.
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