Looking for somewhere to take the kids and pick a pumpkin! Head to Southland Farms Pumpkin Patch for u-pick – GLV
Pick a pumpkin, play with our friendly farm animals, explore the Old Apple Orchard, and learn about where your food comes from. This isn’t your standard hectic pumpkin patch visit…
About the field trip:
This field trip is suitable for all ages. Groups will tour the farm with one of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors. Through touching, tasting, smelling, and seeing, our farm educators will ground classroom learning as we explore the farm environment. Tell us what you’re learning in school and we will try to tailor your visit.
Specifics:
- The tour takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes and will finish with the children picking their own pumpkin from our field.
- We require approximately one supervisor, parent, or teacher per 10 children.
- Bus parking is available on the street.
- Let us know if you want to stay late and have a snack break before heading back to school.
Group Rates
- $13 per child and includes a pumpkin
- Parents and organizers are free (pumpkin not included. $5/pumpkin)
- There is a minimum charge of $70 per group
- Reservations are required
Times
- We are open for bookings between 8am and 6pm daily (October).
When you contact us, let us know:
- the size and age of your group,
- specific learning objectives,
- and the date and time you wish to visit.
To reserve your group please call, 604 261 1295
Family Drop-in (no reservations required)
Use our engaging Self-Tour Guide brochure to show yourself and family around our little farm.
*Please check in at the office when you arrive, and pick up a tour guide brochure.
Family Rates
· Explore the farm on a self-guided tour and pick a pumpkin – admission by donation. $5 per pumpkin
Times
9 am to 6pm
7 days per week
Open during the month of October only.
Inquiries: (604) 261 1295
Did you Know?
- Pumpkin flesh was once used as a cleaning detergent.
- The original pumpkin dessert involved filling the pumpkin with milk, sugar, and spices and cooking it in the hot coals of a fire.
- All our pumpkins are locally grown (either on our farm or Westham Island Herb Farm)
- They taste GREAT! after Halloween, turn your jack ‘o lantern into a pie or soup.
