Company parties extend well beyond a day of fun and laughter-their benefits can help employees feel good about themselves, each other, and the work they do. Parties don’t need to be extravagant to be effective; even modest company parties can boost employee morale.
When thinking about your next company picnic we hope you think about Liberty Ridge Farm. Liberty Ridge Farm is hosting an out of this world experience for their 2011 Fall Festival this year. Pairing up with NASA and Goddard Space Flight Center there is sure to be reason for celebration. Liberty Ridge Farm will highlight achievements made during the 20 year Hubble Space Telescope program with the 20th Anniversary Hubble Telescope Adventure Corn Maze and some out of this world special events & shows.
Company Parties provide a way to get in touch with the management team and employees and their families, this is great time to acknowledge their employees’ dedication. Parties also gather employees together out of the office to celebrate their camaraderie that can boost morale. Some good news this year is that a recent survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management showed that 61 percent of employers are planning a Company party for 2011; the same figure as in 2010.
Many companies see the importance of focusing on the productive benefits that come from their annual parties.
Liberty Ridge Farm is a place where companies can focus on their biggest business advantage, their management team and the employees and families that build a strong foundation.
Our handcrafted day makes any company picnics, corporate outings or team building, an experience that fosters a great work environment. Keeping workers happy carries over when they deal with clients, prospects and each other…undoubtedly bringing more financial prosperity to the company.
Liberty Ridge Farm cultivates memories, on the farm people come alive in the sunshine, with the smell of the Liberty Ridge barbecue and the sounds of Brad’s Barnyard playing around them. A celebration on the farm or a company picnic with us, lets everyone know their hard work and dedication are greatly appreciated.
Liberty Ridge has options that can accommodate most budgets so don’t hesitate to call, you will be surprised with our selections. See why we have the areas original and largest cornfield maze. With so many farmtastic choices for professionals and families all at one location, Food, Fun and Adventure are one call away.
Don’t worry about your group’s size, if you have a small group of less that 50 or a large group in the hundreds our we have accommodations that are suited to your parties size.
Call us today and see why at Liberty Ridge Farm “We Grow Memories”
Liberty Ridge Farm is currently open for the Farm Market and pick your own blueberries daily Mon-Fri 9-6 Sat 9-5.
The Fall Season begins September 17th and runs through November 6th. The Farm is open to the public daily, and offers school Educational Field Trips, Weddings, Company Picnics and Special Events.
Call us today to reserve a date or schedule a site visit 518-664-1515
Getting back out and sharing with employees is sometimes hard to do. Has it been a while since your last company outing ? Have you thought you need to get back in touch with your management staff outside of the office? Getting back out and organizing a company picnic or event is one step that will creates waves of rewards. Some companies had no choice but to change what they have done historically due to budget challenges and now they are seeing new horizons and are adapting. At Liberty Ridge Farm you can rewards families, friends and co-workers along with improving communications with your management team. From blue jean to bow ties Liberty Ridge Farm can make your gathering a success with break-out rooms for team building exercises and brainstorming sessions. If you need a professional space for your gathering or want a layed back family oriented experience Liberty Ridge Farm has all you need when it comes to satisfaction visit the website at http://www.libertyridgefarmny.com/cateringeventtent.html we have all of our packages to view and download. With food , fun and adventure in one place, there is something that captures the hearts and minds of all ages. So don’t hold back, give us a call to see about the options for your next company picnic. New for 2011 Liberty Ridge Farm has introduced the All American Barbecue, this package includes a bundle of adventure, food and fun for a low price! We have packages that suit any budget level. Liberty Ridge Farm hasn’t held back on investing in your experience with all new attractions being added to the farm. The fall season will see additions including the Jumping Pillow and the Spider Web, and our staple 12 Acre Corn maze the Capital Regions Largest and Original. This year we have a secret announcement, soon to revealed that is sure to impress all ages. We hope you will take a site tour and come see why Liberty Ridge Farm grows memories. Liberty Ridge Farm is conveniently located in the Capital Region of Albany and just 15 minutes from Saratoga hosting Company Picnics, Corporate Outings, Team-building exercises and Family gatherings such as Kids Birthday parties, Family Reunions and more…..
Wedding memories are cultivated at local farm in upstate NY
Press Release For Immediate Release
By Liberty Ridge Farm
For more information contact: Cynthia Gifford, 518-664-1515
SCHAGHTICOKE, NY (05/24/2011)(readMedia)– Wedding memories are cultivated at local farm in upstate NY.
Country weddings have become a popular new trend because they can be glamorous and laid back at the same time. One local farm in Upstate NY, Liberty Ridge Farm in Schaghticoke captures all the charm and elegance a bride wants for her wedding day with the flavor of a country setting. Set on the banks of the Hoosic River, Liberty Ridge Farm offers the Gifford Barn and Their Event Tent.
“We have seen the interest increase in our wedding services this year”, said Cynthia Gifford owner of Liberty Ridge Farm. The Farm is a host to weddings year round: for indoor celebrations the Gifford barn offers a genteel venue with equestrian décor. The Barn measures 2400 square feet and finished with beautiful cherry harvest tables and connected to a large wrap around deck over looking the scenic Hoosic River.
Liberty Ridge Farm’s outdoor wedding venue is available from June through November in the Event Tent. Nestled in a cornfield, 13 feet high lush green corn plants surround the tent, to create your own private whimsical experience. Adorned with French style window walls the Event Tent captures the laid back elegance and refined charm you expect from an outdoor wedding.
Liberty Ridge Farm has taken the time to ensure farmtastic memories are cultivated with each wedding. “When looking for an experience for your wedding day, the location is everything.” Says, Cynthia Gifford, “Our picturesque setting creates memorable photo opportunities and the tranquil atmosphere lends to your special celebration. Liberty Ridge Farm has a wonderful blend of rustic elegance that pampers the wedding party with decor and charm. “Our ceremony sites create those once in a lifetime moments that are cultivated forever.”
With an on-site wedding facilitator Liberty Ridge Farm has been able to culminate the wedding planning process with delectable catering packages, and florist recommendations. If you are planning your wedding and looking at Liberty Ridge Farm, they provide cooking space for your own caterer if you choose. They are presently scheduling site tours and have dates available for this year.
Liberty Ridge Farm is an agricultural tourism destination and working farm on the Historic Hoosic River. The Gifford Family hosts a Fall Festival featuring the Capital Region’s original cornfield maze and also features Brad’s Barnyard of family fun adventure and special events. The 2011 Fall Season begins September 17th and runs through November 6th. The Farm is available for Educational Field Trips, Weddings, Company Picnics and Special Events.
Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke, NY.
For information, visit www.LibertyRidgeFarmNY.com or call 518-664-1515.
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Press Release For Immediate Release
By Liberty Ridge Farm
For more information contact: Cynthia Gifford, 518-664-1515
SCHAGHTICOKE, NY (05/24/2011)(readMedia)– Wedding memories are cultivated at local farm in upstate NY.
Country weddings have become a popular new trend because they can be glamorous and laid back at the same time. One local farm in Upstate NY, Liberty Ridge Farm in Schaghticoke captures all the charm and elegance a bride wants for her wedding day with the flavor of a country setting. Set on the banks of the Hoosic River, Liberty Ridge Farm offers the Gifford Barn and Their Event Tent.
“We have seen the interest increase in our wedding services this year”, said Cynthia Gifford owner of Liberty Ridge Farm. The Farm is a host to weddings year round: for indoor celebrations the Gifford barn offers a genteel venue with equestrian décor. The Barn measures 2400 square feet and finished with beautiful cherry harvest tables and connected to a large wrap around deck over looking the scenic Hoosic River.
Liberty Ridge Farm’s outdoor wedding venue is available from June through November in the Event Tent. Nestled in a cornfield, 13 feet high lush green corn plants surround the tent, to create your own private whimsical experience. Adorned with French style window walls the Event Tent captures the laid back elegance and refined charm you expect from an outdoor wedding.
Liberty Ridge Farm has taken the time to ensure farmtastic memories are cultivated with each wedding. “When looking for an experience for your wedding day, the location is everything.” Says, Cynthia Gifford, “Our picturesque setting creates memorable photo opportunities and the tranquil atmosphere lends to your special celebration. Liberty Ridge Farm has a wonderful blend of rustic elegance that pampers the wedding party with decor and charm. “Our ceremony sites create those once in a lifetime moments that are cultivated forever.”
With an on-site wedding facilitator Liberty Ridge Farm has been able to culminate the wedding planning process with delectable catering packages, and florist recommendations. If you are planning your wedding and looking at Liberty Ridge Farm, they provide cooking space for your own caterer if you choose. They are presently scheduling site tours and have dates available for this year.
Liberty Ridge Farm is an agricultural tourism destination and working farm on the Historic Hoosic River. The Gifford Family hosts a Fall Festival featuring the Capital Region’s original cornfield maze and also features Brad’s Barnyard of family fun adventure and special events. The 2011 Fall Season begins September 17th and runs through November 6th. The Farm is available for Educational Field Trips, Weddings, Company Picnics and Special Events.
Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke, NY.
For information, visit www.LibertyRidgeFarmNY.com or call 518-664-1515.
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! When you decide to hold your company picnic near Albany,NY you have opened the doors to numerous options. Hosting a holiday party or a picnic is a great way to let your employees know you appreciate the hard work they have given your company throughout the year. Such events can be morale builders as well as providing an opportunity to get better acquainted with your employees and their families outside the office.
However, you may not want your employees to take time away from their duties to plan the event. If they don’t have the expertise or available time, your business may lose money and time that could be better spent by allowing your employees to focus on their areas of expertise – running your business.
That’s where Liberty Ridge Farm Event Planning can help. We can find the perfect theme and menu for your event, the catering, music, and other needs. We recommend special activities for adults and children to make your party or picnic special while keeping your budget in mind.
Just as our workforce has changed over the years, so has the company picnic. The number of choices for HOW and WHERE a company picnic should be enjoyed has grown dramatically. And while many now offer Company Picnic Packages, not every venue is designed to provide all the elements important to addressing the true objectives. When planning a company picnic it’s important to remember the underlying theme is certainly getting the workforce to socialize together and create positive, shared memories outside of the workplace. Ultimately your picnic or team-building workshop strives to create a happier and more loyal workforce that feels appreciated and respected. Choosing The Right Venue will promote interaction of company employees outside of the workplace and also will use the gathering as an opportunity for coworker’s families and for the families of employees to meet. A properly planed event fosters an environment where employees at different levels of the company’s hierarchy have opportunity to socialize and for upper level management to be more visible and accessible outside the company walls.
Liberty Ridge Farm works very hard to ensure your day is seamlessly planned with a itinerary and workshops or activities for all ages, your event is in the right hands. Sit back and relax while using this time as a valuable tool to increase productivity.
Call us today , Our event coordinator is here to help, 518-664-1515 or visit us on the web www.libertyridgefarmny.com
So the polls are in and the tally has been made, the symbol that invokes the most American Pride is the ever flying American Flag. We asked our fans, friends and anyone we know to help us narrow it down, with pride inspiring symbols such as Mount Rushmore, The Statue of Liberty and The White House being the most iconic landmarks that symbolize American pride, the flag won our over any other suggestion. With raving revues, we asked why and we were answered that the American Flag flying high creates that self-assurance, that confidence and that American pride inside that so families, friends, and soldiers around the world feel. We want to share our 2011 season with you in the American pride way, so we have made sure we have the best All American treats that anyone could ask for, coupled with our American Pride farm adventure, you are in for a rare treat that will create smiles from ear to ear.
We dedicate the 12th season to American Pride and we hope to share friendship and camaraderie around the campfire at Camp Celebration or maybe on one of our Campfire sites. Our 11 Acre Corn maze design will be dedicated to American pride so you can get LOST IN PRIDE ! We have cultivated our 2011 farm adventure with All American Pride in everything we do.
Just some of our 2011 Liberty Ridge Farm All American Treats
Candy Apples -
Caramel apples are a traditional autumn treat in the United States, especially popular with children around Halloween. Fresh apples are impaled on wooden sticks and dipped in sticky, sweet caramel. We all had them as kids and the love of them never fades.
Cider Donuts -
Walking through the cornstalks as the fall leaves are changing colors; it is a favorite fall memory. But just as fine, is the memory of Cider Donuts on the farm, the smell of golden fresh apple cider donuts still warm inside, make most people melt in their tracks.
Apple Cider -
You cannot replace a fresh glass of Apple Cider, each drink is crafted with american pride for your consumption. Some history on cider, Apple Cider increased steadily during the eighteenth century, due in part to the efforts of the legendary Johnny Appleseed, who planted many apple trees in the Midwest.
Home Grown Delicious Popcorn -
a freshly popped bag of popcorn is a treat that nearly everyone enjoys. We grow each kernel with pride and pop it fresh on the farm each time you visit.
Homemade Fudge -
Homemade fudges has never tasted this divine! Homemade fudge from Liberty Ridge Farm is a truly delightful confection.
Delicious Cheeseburgers -
An American Cheeseburger is an affirmation of the total indulgence that a burger as a whole represents.
Saratoga Fries -
1853 George Crum invents the Saratoga Chip, a thin French fry, now known as the potato chip , and at Liberty Ridge Farm you can have a fresh batch cooked to order. Nothing better than fresh cooked Saratoga Chips a true American Snack !
We hope you come share with us this year for Company Picnics, Corporate Events, Family Gatherings, Team-Building Events, children’s and Teens Birthday parties and more. Our Gifford Barn and Quincy Room and Camp Celebration are available for reservation right now. When looking for a location for your picnic, event or gathering think of us at Liberty Ridge Farm. If you have any questions call us, an event coordinator is on staff each day at (518) 664-1515. We hope to see you in the 2011 Fall Festival if we don’t see you before hand.
If you would like to peep at Brad’s Barnyard Adventure take a look at the Interactive Map
Well with Industry, Corporation and Local Business all growing within their organizations, you risk losing focus without connection to your team. Teamwork creates a feeling of pride and accomplishment, isn’t that the American Dream? Now more than ever, companies are looking for team building events that will help teams build morale, work together towards a common goals and incorporate tools and strategies they can continue to use back at work. Our trained facilitator will guide you through each team building event, keep teams on track and assist in any way necessary to insure your participants get the most of the event. Our events are competitive but not strenuous. Everyone can participate.
Our team building events will:
Motivate active participation
Generate enthusiasm
Improve communication
Involve creative problem-solving
Now more than ever team-building helps management and employees understand The Team Concept, it opens lines of communication as a foundation and sharpens the communication skills and techniques. Management can understand their role as a team leaders and sharpen team goal setting for increased motivation and output. We also help management understand team members and team dynamics while they practice, discuss and problem solve.
The funny thing about team building is that its like a cardiologist everyone knows they exist but no one really knows what they do. Ask an employee or a key manager to describe what team building is ? Most likely they know it makes people work better together but how ? No one wants to admit they need help to communicate , that would mean they admit to flaws in the current system. This can be over come by simply having breakout sessions during your company picnic as fun exercises. Liberty Ridge can accommodate small groups to large companies all under one roof.
Do you employees or managers know the true definition of team?
According to Webster’s Ninth Edition “ A team is a number of person associated together in work or activity:as a group on one side (as in football or debate) this means that your manager and your employees cannot do the task alone, they must cooperate communicate and coordinate in an efficient team.
Why Teams Work
A good team initiates change, when members of the organization at the top tap the source of valuable information in the team , task can be accomplished more efficiently. This leads to innovation and avoids stagnation. Teams are a natural problem solving device, with open communication teams collaborate and encounter problems and provide solutions at earlier stages that leads to greater success and efficiency. A company’s bast assets are its team member, each has a specific talent that once combined with the team creates individuals joined by common goals.
Company Picnics, Team-Building and Corporate vents all have a unique twist at Liberty Ridge Farm. When a company chooses a location for their company picnic they can opt to have a break out session for management in a team atmosphere to boost communication and collaboration outside of the office.Call Liberty Ridge Farm today to schedule your team building workshop or your company picnic with breakout sessions We are here to help, 518-664-1515 or visit http://www.libertyridgefarmny.com/teambuilding.html
June 7th, rain date June 8th Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer and Saratoga Counties are pleased to announce the “Spring Into Agriculture Day” at Liberty Ridge Farm of Schaghticoke. This program is open to any 1st to 4th grade classroom including homeschoolers in Rensselaer and Saratoga County. The program will provide a hands-on experience to students to learn what springtime is like on the farm. Educational stations will cover honey bees, dairy, shearing, berries, and planting. A farm footpath will be included which will be an interpretive walk through the vast areas of the farm which will illustrate the many environmental and life cycle changes that occur annually. Of course, life on the farm in springtime also means the arrival of common farm animals which will be included in the day. Projects and activities are designed to fit within the New York State Learning Standards for 1st to 4th grade students. For more details and/or to register contact the CCE office of Rensselaer County at 272-4210 or email bw27@cornell.edu. Registration deadline is May 14th.
Finally, you have planned your company picnic! You have gone thru the basics, you went thru invitations, your budget, the planning of the food the entertainment and a theme., WOW congratulate yourself. Now you need to accomplish the last major hurdle, Ready for it ? Well you need to take a breath relax and enjoy yourself, you have made it possible for you and many co-workers to have a great time. We hope that with our tips you can make your company picnic an event that will be looked forward to, not only by your employees and their families, but also by yourself. After all, you deserve a wonderful day in the great outdoors too!
Remember a Summer or Fall company picnic at Liberty Ridge Farm consists of quality food and quality fun. You can choose from our amazing picnic packages and enjoy all the adventure the farm has to offer. There are gathering spaces to fit any size group and we customize to fit your needs.
We are a family-oriented destination for events of all kinds, and an incredible value for a day’s worth of fun!
Join us during our 2011 Fall Festival for a memorable day (or night!) of agriculture and adventure! Our Fall Festival features the regions largest corn maze, Brad’s Barnyard Adventure, pumpkin picking, trolley ride, cow train and the Harvest Haunt. It’s a fun, unique way to spend a day that the whole family will enjoy. The Gifford Barn Adventure Corn Maze, brings kids and adults alike into the excitement of discovery as they navigate the twist and turns of the 12-acre maze.
Calendar of Events - Check our calendar for even more fun on the farm. Liberty Ridge Farm has family oriented events organized on special weekends! Old time games, pumpkin carving, face painter and a Halloween party just to name a few!
Here, in the Albany Capital District of NY, companies hold their picnics typically beginning in June through early October. When choosing the date considerations such as your company’s workflow, availability of a desired venue, etc., will help you determine the date. Employees are less apt to be away on vacation in June or September, but they will really enjoy the chance to kick back in July or August. There are always pros and cons to scheduling a picnic weekday versus weekend picnics. Company picnics or Corporate Events held during a workweek will ensure a greater attendance for employees when they would normally be in the office. This is one of the last steps in planning your company picnic and you are almost to the finish line
Entertainment and age appropriate activities and games
In previous posts we talked about trying to choose a location that had entertainment included, now we know that isn’t always possible so if you chose a venue without entertainment, make it a point to supply many activities. We always suggest hiring Entertainers such as DJs, caricature artists, Tarot card readers, magicians, face painters, clowns are just some of the most popular choices. One of the most successful ways to build a great event is to offer Door prizes, these gifts are a cherished company picnic idea at many firms. Door prizes work both as employee appreciation and an incentive for the employees to linger. Most employees will stay with spouse and kids until after the gifts are awarded which helps keep your picnic lively until the very end. Some Examples of some prizes I’ve seen include certificate good for a dinner for two at a local restaurant, gift certificate at a local department store, depending on your theme you can included some seasonal specific gifts or even a day off with pay.
With these tips to consider before booking your company picnic, you should be able to plan you event with ease and excitement.
And Liberty Ridge Farm has all things under one roof so if you still looking , consider us !
Stay tuned for Tip #5 the best tip of all !
Making the Plan
There are event planning companies and there are venues that have event coordinators that can assist you with every aspect of your company picnic…even providing you with company picnic ideas. Now you have covered all the basics of your budget, who you are inviting , and the preferred distance you want to stay within. Thinking ahead will you have to hire entertainment or an event coordinator? Choosing the venue that provides all the services for your company picnic is often the easiest route to take. You still maintain control over the event and can set the theme and other specifics. Working with only one company rather than a host of providers makes coordination of food, entertainment, theme and details seamless.
Now is the time to finalize the food. Looking at all the options, and the invites determines what kind of food you are looking to provide. You will have options of venues that cater their own events and venues that have networks of caterers that cater for them. Choosing the food can be modestly difficult, do you want hot dogs for kids and ribs for parents? Will the kids really eat ribs ? So knowing your attendees makes this task extremely easy, and this is when a coordinator is extremely valuable. Coordinators have planned numerous events and share beneficial experience that can help steer clear of costly decisions. Liberty Ridge Farm makes it so easy for small groups and large companies to plan their event, with our on-site coordinator. With our single point of contact, you have the inside line to our organization, once you set the date, decide on food and send the invites, we plan all the other details of your event. Take a deep breath and relax knowing Liberty Ridge Farm has some of the best event menus that will WOW your attendees. From mouthwatering barbecue packages to Hamburgers and Hot Dogs we customize to your specific tastes and your groups needs.
With amazing food, ease of planning and customizable entertainment in every corner of the farm we ensure your event planning with us is a pleasurable experience.
Liberty Ridge Farm Company Picnics & Corporate Events grow memories for a lifetime.
From Blue Jeans to Bow Ties Liberty Ridge Farm saves you time and energy with our solutions for choosing the right location, getting the most of your money and exceeding everyone’s expectations. When planning in the Albany & Saratoga NY Capital Region, Liberty Ridge Farm is a farm-tastic choice for all ages. Come see how we grow memories this year.
At Liberty Ridge Farm, we grow memories. Liberty Ridge Farm is an agricultural tourism destination and working farm on the historic Hoosic River. The Gifford Family hosts a Fall Festival featuring the Capital Region’s original cornfield maze and also features Brad’s Barnyard of family fun adventure and special events. The 2011 Fall Season begins September 17th and runs through November 6th. The Farm is available for Educational Field Trips, Weddings, Company Picnics and Special Events.
Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke, NY.
When thinking about your next company picnic we hope you think about Liberty Ridge Farm. Liberty Ridge Farm is hosting an out of this world experience for their 2011 Fall Festival this year. Pairing up with NASA and Goddard Space Flight Center there is sure to be reason for celebration. Liberty Ridge Farm will highlight achievements made during the 20 year Hubble Space Telescope program with the 20th Anniversary Hubble Telescope Adventure Corn Maze and some out of this world special events & shows.
Parties also gather employees together out of the office to celebrate their camaraderie that can boost morale. Some good news this year is that a recent survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management showed that 61 percent of employers are planning a Company party for 2011; the same figure as in 2010.
Liberty Ridge Farm is a place where companies can focus on their biggest business advantage, their management team and the employees and families that build a strong foundation.
