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Fall Planting Tours
Select Dates: September 9 - October 30 | Wed-Fri
In the fall, Trunnell's Farm tours digs into the exciting world of farming! As soon as the children get off the bus they will begin an agri-cation experience at Trunnell's without even realizing that their visit to the farm is a "lesson." From planting seeds and learning about bees to our comprehensive lesson plans, we will educate and entertain your class.
April 1st - June 1st
Thursday - Saturday: 10AM - 6PM
Sunday: Noon - 5PM
Trunnell's Spring Farm Experience includes activities to keep active toddlers happy, school-aged youngsters intrigued, and adults amazed.
We don't feel we've had a good harvest unless every family leaves with smiles on their faces, pleasant farm memories in their heads, and a little dirt in their shoes!
the Fall Planting Tour Reservations
2026 Fall Planting Tours can be scheduled starting at 9AM and typically last 1-1/2 to 2 hours. The picnic area and the Farm Experience will be available immediately following the tour for your group to use. You will have 30-40 minutes to use these areas before you depart. Don't forget that the Market will also be open for your group to browse through.
To reserve your spot: Book online (recommended), call (270) 733-2222 or email us to make your reservation. When emailing, please include your name, school name or organization name (if applicable), phone number, best time to call, date and time requesting.
Cancellations
Out of respect for other tour groups, and to maintain booking flexibility, cancellations need to be made within two weeks of the visit. If cancellations are not made within this time frame they are severely damaging in that another class is deprived of a trip. Therefore, cancellation less than 2 weeks in advance or "no-shows" will result in a charge of $75 plus no refund of the deposit already paid.
Cancellations need to be person to person. Messages left on voice mail are NOT acceptable. In case of rain, Trunnell's will make any cancellation decisions the morning of the trip. Please call that morning if you have any questions. If cancellation is due to weather, the above fee will be waived for all cancellations, and Trunnell's will be happy to assist in rescheduling your tour.
Before your visit, please review important information HERE that we have compiled to help make your Educational School Tour a success!
the Fall Planting Tour
What's Included?
Life Cycle of a Sunflower or Pumpkin
Students will learn and investigate the life cycle of the Sunflower Plant and how our crops develop from seed to flower, and the importance of pollination.
Students will learn and investigate germination of a pumpkin and how our crops develop from seed to fruit, and the importance of pollination.
Hop Aboard the Fall Harvest Wagon Ride
Students will climb aboard a wagon ride and tour a real working farm during the harvesting season stopping at the Pumpkin Patch or Sunflower Field.
Tour the Market Facilities
A guided educational walking tour to experience "hands-on" how a farm market operates. Each student will get to sample a Slushie. Students, parents, and chaperones will have the opportunity to purchase a souvenir from the market.
Picking Sunflowers or Pumpkins
Each Student will get to choose and U-pick the Perfect Sunflower to take home right out of the Fields of Sunflowers.
Each student will get to choose and take home the perfect pumpkin right off the vine from our amazing pumpkin patch.
Picnic Areas
Picnic areas are available for your use. School groups are allowed to bring lunches with them. Lunches are also available for purchase. (See Additional Options section.)
Fall Planting Tour Fees
Fall Tour Cost: $12/person
Combo Tour Cost: $20/person (Fall Planting + Mining Sluice) - Save $4/person!
Children 12 months and under FREE
Teachers & Paid Staff: Free Admittance*
* One teacher per class of 15 students. All attending parents and siblings (13 months and older) must pay tour fee.
Additional Options
Lunches
Farm-Fresh Lunch Cost: $7.95 - $9.95/person
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The Farm Grille will be open to purchase lunch. All student lunches need to be pre-ordered before your tour date. Student lunch options include a Chicken Tender Meal (chicken tenders, apple sauce, and apple juice) or Cheeseburger Meal (cheeseburger, apple sauce, and apple juice) for $7.95/meal. Upgrade your applesauce to fries for a $2 additional charge.
Mining Sluice Adventure