Between May and September, it’s “slow season” at Bloomsbury Farm–we do only special events.

But it’s coming . . . our “busy season” starts on September 22, when Bloomsbury Farm is open to the public. We’re open every day of the week from September 22 through October and the fun kicks into high gear. All the standard farm activities are open: petting zoo, hayrides, tire maze playground, barnyard buddies and Mabel the Milking Cow. . . . Then we throw in the special Fall activities such as the 10-acre corn maze, the 4-acre corn maze, Scream Acres, the Pumpkin Patch, and pig races (yes, we use real pigs!).

This year’s newest attractions include the Jumping Pillow (photo). As you can see, it’s just for kids—kids of all ages! I’ve been building the “Marriott,” some new digs for the farm animals and working on “Li’l Farmerville,” a special place for our li’l visitors. I’m also unveiling “Uncle Paul’s Pumpkin Blaster.” I built a cannon that shoots pumpkins up to 1/4 mile! We grab the ammo from the pumpkin patch, load up the cannon, point it over the corn fields, push the button, and BOOM off they go! I’m keeping the “Farmer’s Wife” busy also—Karen is making homemade fudge that will be available for purchase in the Sugar Shack, our “gifts and goodies” area.

At Bloomsbury Farm, it’s our job to make sure the farm adventure is memorable and coming up with new things every year is both fun and challenging! It’s coming . . . so I better get a move on, everything’s got to be ready in LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!

Dave