We welcome you to join us for an experience of whichever aspect of McEvoy Ranch it is that most interests you. In addition to our traditional selection of tours, this season we are expanding our offerings to better represent all of the threads that weave together the fabric of life here at McEvoy Ranch. We hope to share more information about our efforts towards increased sustainability, our organic farming methods and our commitment to eating locally produced and seasonally appropriate food. Whichever experience you join us for, you'll be dazzled by the stunning beauty of the ranch and its diverse pieces of art, educated by your informative tour leaders and inspired to drizzle our estate grown and produced Tuscan-style Extra Virgin Olive Oil with abandon.

We appreciate your understanding that McEvoy Ranch is a private residence; therefore we are only able to welcome visitors for scheduled events.

In support of the local community, a portion of every public tour fee goes towards our 10% Fund which is awarded to a local nonprofit on a bi-annual basis.

Orchard Walk and Mill Tour - Get an introduction to McEvoy Ranch. Learn about our history, our commitment to environmental responsibility, and, of course, how we produce award-winning olive oil (from sapling to salad).  We’ll venture into and around our olive orchards where you’ll learn a little bit about the horticulture of olive trees. We’ll then proceed through the state-of-the-art mill for an explanation of our unique process of extracting oil.  To finish, we’ll have an oil tasting and sensory evaluation and offer some suggestions for how to best enjoy our olive oil. Tours begin promptly at 10:00 am and finish by 12:00 pm.  $30 per person     

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 Garden Walk and Lunch - Beyond the silvery leaves of our olive trees, discover the vibrant abundance in the certified organic McEvoy Ranch kitchen garden, vegetable beds and fruit orchards.  Learn about the significant role that the gardens play in life at the Ranch, and survey the new and heirloom plants on visually stunning display.  After sampling our award-winning oil, we invite guests to saturate all of their senses over a fresh, seasonal lunch in a beautiful ranch locale. Tours begin promptly at 10 am and finish around 2 pm. $90 per person.    

June 10
July 8
August 19
September 16

Specialty Events

Spring Bloomers with Margaret - Join our head gardener Margaret Koski-Kent for a special tour highlighting our Spring bloomers. $35 per person. For more details. This event is sold out.

Spring Birding Adventure at McEvoy Ranch - Spring Birding Adventure at McEvoy Ranch- Search for nesting birds and late migrants with special guest Larry Kent.  $20 per person. For more details.

Olive Tree Propagation Tour - Come spend the morning exploring the nursery and orchard with McEvoy Ranch Nursery and Vineyard Manager Samantha Dorsey. $65 per person.  For more details

Father's Day Weekend Hike - Ready for adventure? Bring Dad for a trek. $50 per person. For more details

Cooking Demonstration - Using seasonal ingredients from our Organic gardens, Ranch Head Chef Gerald Gass will showcase some culinary ideas and techniques as he prepares a selection of delectable tastes to share with you. $85 per person. For more details

Farming Systems - Explore the Farming System at McEvoy Ranch with Orchard Manager, Shari DeJoseph, Vineyard & Nursery Manager, Samantha Dorsey and Agroecologist, Jeff Creque.  $85 per person. For more details
Spring Bloomers with Margaret
Saturday, March 27
Spring Birding Adventure
Saturday, May 15
Olive Tree Propagation Tour
Friday, May 21
Father's Day Weekend
Saturday, June 19
Cooking Demonstration
Saturday, July 31
Farming Systems
Friday, August 27

Private Tour - We offer private tours on a very limited basis and there is a $600 minimum charge. If you would like to explore this possibility, please call 707-769-4138.

Tour Reservations
Please purchase your tour below. Cancellations made up to 72 hours in advance of the tour date will receive a full refund.

McEvoy Ranch is pleased to be donating 10% of our Public Tour admission charges to local organizations we support.

 


Tour Details

 During the tour we move from location to location on uneven gravel/dirt surfaces, so please wear comfortable shoes. You are welcome to bring along your own small portable chair.

Weather at McEvoy Ranch may change quickly, so bring a hat, jacket, sunglasses or umbrella as necessary. Rain does not cancel the tour.

We must limit the number of reservations made by any one group to eight guests per tour. Due to the nature of the tour and our concern for everyone’s safety, the minimum age requirement is ten years.

Please leave your pets at home. Vehicles parked on our gravel lot get very hot in the sun and pets are not allowed inside our buildings.

Please help us to respect our neighbors and the local wildlife by driving at a speed of 15 mph or less (beginning at the mailboxes by the main road).

McEvoy Ranch is a private residence therefore during your visit we must remain together as a group in the designated tour areas.

At the conclusion of the tour, there will be time available for shopping in our retail store. There, you may purchase olive oil, olive trees, other olive oil related products, and fresh items produced at the Ranch.

 

McEvoy Ranch is not responsible for injuries to tour attendees.  Attendance and participation are at your own risk.