Posted by Carmen Isais
This top ten list came across my desk from the good people at Realtor Magazine, and I thought it odd that California country living wouldn’t have at least made favorable mention.
According to the Progressive Farmer, the top 10 best places to live in rural America are:
- Kent County, Md. Sales of development rights keep sprawl at bay
- Ellis County, Kan. A coalition has revitalized economic vitality.
- Livingston County, Mo. Emphasis on regional marketing has made the area more livable.
- Obion County, Tenn. Agriculture and industry have formed a great partnership.
- Columbia County, Pa. Located near New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia, this area has focused on preserving farming for generations.
- Wexford County, Mich. Christmas tree production and tourism has overtaken lumber and general farming to help this area flourish.
- Fayette County, Texas. This area remains prime cattle ranching country.
- Coffee County, Ala. Between boll weevils and tornados, this territory has been tested and comes out a winner.
- Gilchrist County, Fla. This area is hard-pressed by sprawl, but its land restrictions have so far kept out developers.
- La Plata County, Colo. This county has successfully educated urban locals about the importance of locally grown food.
Boll wevils and tornadoes? If lack of infestation and catastrophic weather make up the criteria for good country living, then sorry Coffee County, Alabama… I hope you have something else going for you.
Speaking locally, here are my top ten reasons to buy and live in Yolo county country property.
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Full Belly Farm: From CSA produce boxes to hoe downs, this Certified Organic farm located in Guinda and has a lot to offer.
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U.C. Davis University: With extension centers, learning exchanges and an annual and Picnic Day, this university extends learning opportunities to the community at large.
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Yolo County Airport: Small planes can go from here to south of the border. How fantastic is that?
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Davis Bike Club: For all you riders out there.
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Yolo Wool Mill: For those of you who, like me, rather stay home and knit than ride… aside from processing wool, the Yolo Wool Mill sells yarn and wool directly to the public.
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The Woodland Opera House: Community Theater on a historic stage.
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The Mondavi Center: Top of the line performing arts center. Save yourself a trip to San Francisco and enjoy.
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Yolo County Wineries: Yes, we have them! Why travel to Napa when you can indulge at home?
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Cache Creek Lavender Festival:A celebration of all thing lavender.
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Whole Earth Festival: Held at U.C. Davis, a weekend of music, progressive info and tons of tie-dye. Try and top that Coffee County, Alabama.
