The Plumper Pumpkin Patch

 In May we went through a farm safari at the Plumper Pumpkin Patch:

https://sporktogo.blogspot.com/2020/05/plumper-pumpkin-farm-safari.html

That was one way of allowing people access to the farm during the pandemic. 

Now you can visit and get out of your car, but there are still various safety requirements in place.

And of course, masks are required. 

The social distancing for the most part worked well. Some of that requires parents enforcing the children's behavior, but also it helps that so much is out in wide open spaces.

You can go out on the pumpkin trail, where you will find clusters of different pumpkin varieties and a choice of sizes, allowing you do find exactly what you want. There are also cute displays everywhere, including many cheerfully painted hay bales.

There is also the animal loop, where you can see the same animals from the safari, but up closer.

You can also purchase food before starting the loop to feed them (but not the pigs; never pet or feed the pigs).

And that might be a concern. Taking home a pumpkin costs extra. Cannons and pony rides are extra. Animal food is extra and human food is extra. Is it worth the $8-10 per person admission?

There is a lot of play available.

I did not take a picture of the slides, because those are other people's children, but the kids on there seemed really happy. Kids could race ducks down these water troughs, and there was a maze, tire playground, and just a lot of things to wear them out. It's a personal decision, but I think it can be worth it.

We were lucky and had simply beautiful weather, and we enjoyed our day on the farm.

http://plumperpumpkins.com