Great Lakes Farm Visits
Come and visit Great Lakes farms for group and school tours every year from September to October and experience the magic of spring planting from May to June. We can't wait to show you around!
School Tour Information and Pricing
Our tours aim to give students a deeper understanding of the daily responsibilities involved in running a farm and the importance of the farm-to-table movement and food literacy.
We also delve into the growing cycle of fruits, helping students appreciate the hard work of producing the food that ends up on their tables.
We explore the world of Ag technology and Ag diversification for University students, giving them a glimpse of cutting-edge techniques to optimize their yields and maximize their profits.
PRICING $13.50+tax per person
School Faculty and Bus Drivers - FREE
Chaperones: One free for every four students. Additional parents $13.50+tax
Curriculum-Based Tours Kindergarten-Grade three
Our tours are curriculum-based for Kindergarten to grade 3. We also offer more custom tours for pre-school, high school and adult or corporate groups. Please include group information when booking to ensure we have a tour tailored just to you. Our minimum group size is 25 people, and the maximum is 80 people. Great Lakes Farms can accommodate groups of up to 120 participants; contact us to make arrangements.
TOUR START TIMES: 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM
Groups are typically on-site for 1.5-2hrs. Additional accommodations may be possible.
EXAMPLE OF SCHOOL-AGE TOUR KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE THREE:
Educational video
Learn and pick with the farmers
Educational tractor wagon ride
Snack (Apple slices & cider)
Access to our Fun Farm
Student-picked, fresh produce
One free pass per student for future use.
Types of School Tours
Based on the season, you can expect the following possible curriculum-focused activities:
Fall tours available September-October
School Apple Tour
Students learn about an apple's life cycle and the proper picking technique. Each teacher will receive a bag of apples picked by the class.
School Pumpkin Tour
Students learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin. The class receives a pumpkin to take back to the school. Every child receives a mini pumpkin.
Spring Tour available May-June
School Spring Planting and Strawberry Tour
Students learn what a busy time the Spring is for the farm and help Farmer Joe with the spring planting. They will learn about the life cycle of strawberries. Every student takes home their own planted seed or strawberries when in season.
Book a school field trip.
To schedule your visit, please visit the school's reservation page. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask.
We also offer Peach tours in August to Nursery Schools and Day Camps, contact us to arrange.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tours are available weekdays
Picnic space is available outdoors, if the weather is suitable
Students are to remain under the supervision of teachers and supervisors at all times
Multiple grades may be accommodated to save schools on transportation
Tours are tailored to grades/age and will need to be separated
Please dress for the weather
We love having groups visit the farm. If your group is looking for something different let us know.
We would be happy to design a tour just for you!
