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Gem Mining Tour

Sluice.jpg-smallTravel backwards across the geological timeline as we discuss different types of rocks and their formation. With this educational tour, students will learn about the geology of Virginia’s five different provinces, and then they’ll get their hands into the action like the prospectors of old, panning for treasure in our gem mining sluice. Your guide will discuss igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rock types, and older classes will discuss rock characteristics and ways to identify rock types. Each student will take home a bag of rough cut rocks and gems to identify back in the classroom, using the identification card included with the field trip. Tours are available Tuesdays and Fridays.

Don’t forget to exercise those gross motor skills in our 5-acre play area! Our 2800 square foot Pumpkin Jumpin’ Pillow, Double Barrel 80-foot slides,  and rope swings will make your heart race! You can become a Maze Master by challenging each of our 4 mazes. See who can climb up the Rubber Ridge tractor tire mountain the fastest, or go for a romp in our Corn Bin.

The Gem Mining Field Trip (April-mid September) is $14 per person, and includes:

  • Discussion of rock types formation
  • Virginia province geology education
  • Mining activity with a bag of stones and sand to wash in the sluice
  • Rock & Gem identification card
  • Composting Station
  • Wagon ride around the farm
  • Gross motor work-out in our farm play area after your tour

With each of our school trips, one teacher receives complimentary admission for every 15 paid students, with a minimum of 15 students. We are here rain or shine, and there are several covered areas available to shelter your group if inclement weather arises.

Please bring water for your group. We strongly recommend a large cooler with cups.

Complimentary admission is not applicable for children(3ys & older) of Farm Club Members, and Military ID Holders for School Tours. Promotional offers are not applicable for School Tours.

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Let the Sunshine in! Frolic in the Sunflower Fields and enter our photo contest for great prizes! July 9-17, 2022.

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Blackberry Bonanza is Back!

Pick your Own Blackberries daily & Jam to sweet tunes on the weekends!Blackberry Bonanza Details

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Harvest the best of all worlds as a FAN or MEGA Member. The sky’s the limit when you come Pick & Play as often as you like and shop the Farm Market on site or from the convenience of home when life gets a bit too crazy for a farm visit. Fan & Market Clubs are combined in one easy subscription. Pick, Play, Market… It’s all waiting for you to flourish and nourish your family.

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