While dirty fingernails may not be the hallmark of the ecofab lady at a cocktail fundraiser, there’s nothing like harvesting your own fruit and vegetables for a delicious home-cooked feast.

Our own Heather has been a member of Eatwell Farm since June, which delivers seasonal local produce right to her neighborhood. As a member of this Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, she also has the opportunity to indulge her inner earth child and participate in events like the Annual Tomato Party, where she can work in the fields alongside other members and farmers to turn sultry vine-ripened tomatoes into robust sauce and Bloody Marys!

With thousands of CSA’s sprouting up all over the country, members pledge to support their local operation, sharing the risks and benefits of production. It also provides a unique hands-on chance to learn about organic farming. For those who prefer to sponsor organic agriculture through consumption alone, Eatwell Farm charges around $125 per month for a weekly delivery of produce and a dozen eggs. To find a CSA in your area, check out Local Harvest or The Farm Locator. And, pssst, remember to clean your fingernails before your dinner guests arrive!