Wholesome Wave and Glenn Charles Pedal in to Exeter Farmers Market

After more than 200 miles cyclist and photographer Glenn Charles is riding into Exeter as part of Wholesome Farm to Table Cycle campaign. Farm to Table Cycle: A Journey for Change is a grassroots campaign to raise awareness around thriving local food systems. The 400 mile solo bicycle and photography journey, led by cyclist and world class photographer, Glenn Charles, champions local and regional food systems, and showcases more than 40 community members and organizations that work diligently and tirelessly to shape our food system into one that is more equitable, more sustainable and more delicious.

The trip focuses on issues that touch our food system daily, including food security, farming and sustainability, food waste, dairy and livestock production, local food processing and infrastructure, school meals, institutional food purchasing and farm to table dining.

Exactly one week into the trip, and more than 200 miles traveled on bike, Glenn Charles and Wholesome Wave will be at Seacoast Growers Association’s Exeter Farmers Market. zRepresentatives from Wholesome Wave and the cyclist will be on hand to discuss the campaign, the contribution that farmers markets play, and more. More details are available at farmtotablecycle.com.

WHO:

Members of the public and media are invited to the Exeter Farmers Market on Thursday, September 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

WHERE:

Exeter Farmers Market

Swasey Parkway, off Water Street

Exeter, NH

OPPORTUNITIES:

Glenn Charles, adventure traveler and photographer will be on hand to speak to members of the media.

Local families and children can participate in seed plantings. Cooking Matters will be hosting an educational scavenger hunt for children around the market.

ABOUT:

Wholesome Wave is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit that strives to create a vibrant, just and sustainable food system

for everyone. By making fresh, healthy, locally grown fruits and vegetables affordable and available, Wholesome Wave empowers low-income community members to make healthier food choices. With programs in 25 states and DC, Wholesome Wave’s innovative initiatives are improving health outcomes among low-income families, generating additional revenue for small and mid-sized farm businesses and bolstering local and regional economies. To learn more, visit www.wholesomewave.org.

CONTACT:

Ashley Gaudiano

Wholesome Wave

(571) 278-2711

agaudiano@wholesomewave.org