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Summary

If you’d like to get a taste of what most of Ventura County’s home ranches looked like 70+ years ago, step back in time to the picturesque orchards of Fillmore and EZE Ranch. Owners Steve and Dina built their farmland paradise and farmer’s market garden to feed their souls (and neighbors!) about 15 years ago.

Writers, artists and photographers will find narrative inspiration in the classic farmhouse and barn. Everyone will enjoy hearing what the goats and chickens have to say too!

Chef Steve will add a ticketed ranch BBQ to conclude our Open Range 2026 season if there is enough interest!

Schedule for the day:

Doors open at 10am.

At 11:30am, bestselling author and workshop leader Mark Waldman, together with artist / writer / clinical therapist Jennifer Jones will offer a workshop based on their program “Healing Through Writing,” an expressive-arts-based program that uses poetry, journaling, and reflective writing.

Enjoy mindful walking, mindful observations of nature and forest bathing with all 5 senses.

$15 Members and Students / $25 General Admission