Spend a half-day learning practical civic tools to influence local decisions that affect farmlands, shorelines, and outdoor access. This Geneva, Ohio workshop pairs real-world tactics with the local viticulture landscape so you leave ready to act.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; mostly seated with light walking for any optional site visits
Wildlife
History
Ashtabula County and Geneva have a long grape-growing and maritime history tied to Lake Erie and 19th-century settlement patterns.
Conservation
Local advocacy often centers on protecting riparian buffers, groundwater quality, and farmland; workshops emphasize low-impact engagement and community stewardship.
Ohio Wine Producers Association
Ohio Wine Producers Association connects Ohio wineries, promotes regional wine tourism, and organizes seasonal events and trail experiences across Northeast Ohio and the Lake Erie Shores & Islands. Founded to support independent vintners, the association represents member wineries with marketing resources, educational workshops, and collaborative events that attract local residents and visitors to tasting rooms and festivals. Through signature events like the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival, Vines & Wines Chocolate and Wine Trail, Daffodil Trail, Tannenbaum Trail, Deck the Wreath Wine Trail, and seasonal City to Country experiences, the association showcases Ohio-grown wines alongside food pairings, live music, artisan vendors, and holiday traditions.
Members benefit from industry-focused programs including Social Media Marketing Day and Preview Day workshops that deliver practical training in promotion, operations, and winery startup guidance. Events are designed for self-driving trail exploration and multi-winery tasting, often featuring complimentary samples, curated appetizers, collectible ornaments or bulbs, and promotional incentives such as WineBuck discounts and lodging prizes. The association partners with regional venues such as Shamrock Vineyards, Three Oaks Vineyard, and Lake Erie Islands hosts, ensuring events are held at established tasting rooms and scenic locations.
By coordinating calendars, producing promotional materials, and providing networking opportunities for vintners, the Ohio Wine Producers Association enhances visibility for small producers while offering visitors organized, safe, and enjoyable wine tourism experiences. Information about events, tickets, dates, and participating wineries is available through the association’s published event listings and partner venues. Current event schedules and membership details are published on the association’s official website.
Location
Put-in-Bay, OH
Lake Erie Shores & Islands region
Tours Offered
9
Seasonal trails, festivals, and events
Workshops
2 Workshops
Practical training for winery teams
Partner Venues
Shamrock & Three Oaks
Regional wineries and island hosts
Find dates, tickets, and participating wineries — book ahead for festival weekends and seasonal trails.
Come with one issue to practice
Prepare a 60–90 second statement about a local concern so you can rehearse and get direct feedback.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Early check-in lets you settle in, review materials, and network briefly with other attendees before the session begins.
Bring business cards or contact info
Workshops are networking opportunities—swap contacts with fellow advocates and local growers to build support.
Plan a site visit after class
Block an afternoon to tour a vineyard or shoreline site to see the policy issues discussed up close.
Notebook
Capture templates, names, and action items during exercises.
Pen
Necessary for drafting testimony and filling forms during the workshop.
Business cards or contact list
Facilitates follow-up and coalition building with other attendees and local stakeholders.
Comfortable shoes
Useful if you choose to tour a vineyard or shoreline site after the session.