October 3-7 | Starting at $500Bridge Loan Case Study: Water’s Edge Farm
Water’s Edge Farm
Candler, NC
Water’s Edge Farmstead is a small, intentionally managed farmstead located in Candler, NC. Founded in 2022, Water’s Edge Farmstead is the realization of nearly a decade of listening, planning, and dreaming. Shelby Mandonado has spent the last 10 years working on and managing farms of various scales, markets, and production methodologies. When finally offered the opportunity to root permanently to a piece of well-loved land in 2022, Shelby knew this was the opportunity to put her experience to best use in service of her community, with the founding of Water’s Edge Farmstead.
Since then, the farm has grown from a subsistence garden to a community farmstead, offering bartered or free shares for neighbors, and supplying fresh produce to a local food bank.
In 2025, the 3 acre plot in front of their current farmstead became available. Shelby and Olivia knew the owner and had been waiting for an opportunity to purchase the land.
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.