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About the Farm
In 1997, WFV acquired almost 2,000 acres in Albemarle County near
Scottsville. This tract, known as Fulfillment Farms, was a gift
from Thomas Forrer, whose grandfather served on the board of the
Game Commission from 1933 to 1958. Mr. Forrer’s vision for this
land was simple – to provide recreational opportunities to outdoor
enthusiasts. The Foundation, true to Mr. Forrer’s wishes, manages
this property for general, no-fee public access. It is widely used
for hunting, horseback riding, bird-watching, and hiking. It is a
truly beautiful piece of land, with the ability to support many
people pursuing many activities.
Fulfillment Farms is located in Esmont, Virginia, approximately 6
miles west of the town of Scottsville. The terrain varies from
vast open fields, to steep wooded slopes. An approximate
200-acre area lies north of Route 6 in Esmont, and encompasses an
old abandoned quarry, as well as a beaver pond complex. The
Foundation is pleased to welcome responsible sportsmen and visitors
to this property on a year-round basis.
To Visit the Farm
Fulfillment Farms is located in Esmont, Virginia, approximately 6
miles west of Scottsville, along Route 6. From Scottsville,
follow Route 6 west out of Scottsville, towards Route 29, for about
5.5 miles. Turn left onto Porter's Road. Follow Porter's
Road for approximately 1 mile, and turn right onto Dawson Mill Road.
Follow Dawson Mill Road past the "End State Maintenance" and
"Welcome to Fulfillment Farms" signs. There is a clearing on
the left, with vehicular parking (no trailers, please), and a kiosk
with pertinent information posted.
All visitors to Fulfillment Farms, for whatever purpose, must
obtain a no-fee permit. We issue three types of permits: a
hunting permit, issued per hunting season; a
general use permit for those who wish to hike or bird
watch on the property, issued annually; and an
equine use permit, also
issued annually. In general, if you are issued a permit to
visit the property, prior to each visit, you must contact
Jenny West,
to request specific day permission.
In this way, we can keep you informed of circumstances which might
prevent you from visiting the property, such as farm closure due to
maintenance or a special event. You can also view our
Farm
Calendar for updated information on happenings at
Fulfillment Farms. Please note, however, that the schedule may
change at any time. You may download a permit
application from the following links:
Equine Use Application Package:
Please note that equine use is prohibited on
Fulfillment Farms from September 21, 2009 through January 2, 2010.
General Use Application Package:
Please note that general use is prohibited on
Fulfillment Farms on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and holidays
from September 21, 2009 through January 2, 1010.
Hunting Permit Application Package:
Hunt permit applications are no
longer being accepted for the 2009-10 hunting season.
If you applied for a permit prior to the September 15 deadline, and you did not
attend a safety/orientation briefing last year, you will be required
to attend one this year prior to permit issuance. Your permit
will be handed to you at the conclusion of the briefing. The schedule
of safety/orientation briefings can be found on the
Calendar of Events. For those who attended a
safety/orientation briefing last year, your permit will be mailed to
you.
If you have any questions or concerns about Fulfillment Farms,
please direct them to
Jenny West.
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