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Farm Fun eNewsletter
Adams Family Farm
15 Higley Hill Road
Wilmington, VT 05363
802-464-3762
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Fall Foliage Activities
- Corn Maze
- Comfortable wagon rides
through 210 acre hillside farm
- Evening Bonfire Parties with music & ghost stories
under the stars at southern Vermont's largest bonfire
- Bonfire Parties featuring traditional s'mores made with homemade fudge
"Without question, our stop at the Adams Farm was the highlight of our
6-day whirlwind tour of Vermont." - Jim Keogh, Olde New England Tours,
a division of Cosmopolitan Travel
The best time to visit Vermont!
New for 2007 Get lost in BEARS OF THE VALLEY Corn Maze
Adams Farm's corn field is finally ready for fun. One of Vermont's newest cornfield maze's takes visitors on a twisting and turning adventure.
Adams Farm's cornfield maze not only includes the challenge of visitors making their way through the maze but also finding clues at strategic locations that help answer questions and games on visitors' game boards. The maze is open from August 11 through October 22, Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and until 9:00 p.m. on Saturday evenings. Admission to the corn maze is $6.00 for adults, $4.50 for children ages 2-12, and free for those under 2.
Halloween Happenings on the Farm
Adams Farm's renowned Halloween Bonfire Parties have drawn over 3,000 guests each year.
The party begins with a tractor-pulled hayride to the site of Vermont's largest bonfire
pit. As the flames rise twenty feet high, the Adams family engages the guests in original
New England ghost tales. Refreshments include marshmallow kabobs dipped in homemade fudge, and
cider donuts. Bonfire parties are available every Saturday night
starting on September 29 and running through October 20. We've also added an evening on
Sunday, October 7 in celebration of Columbus Day. Reservations are required for Halloween
Bonfire Parties, which are offered at $15.95 for adults and $9.95 for children ages 4-12.
Children under four are free. Reservations required; we are taking reservations for the 6:45, 7:30, and 8:15 p.m. shows for September 30 through October 21. Call 802-464-3762 for more information and to make reservations.
Wagon Rides to the Trout Pond
Climb aboard for an authentic wagon ride, pulled by vintage tractors from the
farms own historic collection of antique John Deere tractors. The narrated
ride takes you through the maple and pine groves, and along the ridge of the
Adams Farm mountain, where you will experience Vermont's awesome beauty
and views. Along the way learn about the working landscape: past, present and
future, then onto the Trout Pond, where the Rainbow Trout grow as long as
Farmer Bill’s arm! And that’s no fish tale. The Afternoon wagon ride to the
Trout Pond is included in the Farm Experience Pass.
Agricultural Demonstrations
One of the main attractions here at Adams Farm are our agricultural
demonstrations, where children and adults can learn about goat milking,
llamas, yarn spinning, weaving, bottle feeding lambs and baby calves and more!
All agricultural demonstrations and presentations are included in the
Farm Experience Pass.
A typical summer or fall day at Adams Farm may include:
- Bottle feed the calves/lambs/kid goats
- Cuddle with the kittens/bunnies
- Tractor rides to trout pond
- Pony rides
- Gathering eggs
- Petting and feeding animals
- Goat milking
- Llama demonstration
- Sheep herding demo
- Videos: History of Maple Sugaring, Barns, etc.
- Yarn spinning demo
- Pedal tractor track
- Outdoor activity area
- Hop ball racing
Evening Wagon Rides & Bonfire Parties
Wednesdays and Saturdays from July to September
are particularly special with Evening Wagon Rides and Bonfire Parties. As the sun sets over the farm, fun
starts with a tractor-pulled wagon ride, stopping at bear caves to check out these unique winter
bedrooms. The bonfire party then begins, with a 20-foot bonfire, interactive music and original
New England stories. Special musical guests join Jill Adams for these memorable evenings. Guests sing, laugh and become an integral part of the experience. The evening will conclude under the stars roasting marshmallows Adams Farm style and enjoying s'mores with homemade fudge. Evening Wagon Rides and Bonfire Parties are offered at $15.95 for adults and $9.95 for children ages 4-12. Children under four are free. Reservations required.
Adams Farm hosts several diversified musicians to perform at their Evening Wagon Rides and Bonfire Parties: 2007 Musicians and Bands TBA. Here is a sampling of the 2006 Bonfire Performances!
- Bob Ehalt & Jill Adams: August 26, September 9, 23, 2006
Jill Adams, currently operates Adams Farm, has teamed up her Blues vocals with lead vocalist and guitarist, Bob Ehalt, from the popular local funk and rock n' roll band "In a Groove."
- Bill Shontz: September 3, 16, 2006
Bill Shontz, well known for his many musical talents, entertains with his versatile singing coice and numerous musical instruments. Music styles range from Jazz to Folk, and Rock n' Roll to good old-fashioned sing-alongs.
- Peter Miles: August 30, 2006
Peter Miles, well known for his extraordinary vocal range and a clean, vivid guitar style. He plays the music of artists ranging from the Beatles to John Mayer and more.
- Colby Dix: September 2, 2006
Colby Dix, an established actor, comedian, musician, performs throughout the Northeast, primarily in Vermont, Boston, and Cape Cod.
Quilt Loft & Farm Store
Our Farmstore and Quilt & Fiber Arts Loft is open year round. Shop
for Adams Farm's own maple syrup, jams and jellies, and the ever popular Maple
Mustard and BBQ Sauce. Try some of
the goat's milk soap made from our very own dairy goats.
The Quilt Loft features a variety of Vermont made quilts, wallhangings, and
wool clothing made from the farm's own animals.
Private Parties
Private parties are also offered at Adams Farm during
the summer. It's a great place for a birthday party, a family get-together or
even a wedding rehersal dinner celebration. Call for more information on
private wagon rides, bonfire parties, catered barbequed dinners or any other
special celebration. Please contact the farm directly at 802-464-3762.
Activity Rates & Information: Summer/Fall |
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To make Reservations call the farm directly at 802-464-3762
MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover accepted
For general information also call 802-464-3762, or Send us an Email
Cancellation Policy:
Adams Farm requires a valid credit card at the time reservations are made.
Adams Farm requires that cancellations or changes in the number of people be made a minimum of 3 hours prior to the time the event is to take place. In some cases Adams Farm requires a 24 hour notice. The 24 hour cancellation policy will be clearly stated at the time of reservation. Failure to cancel or change reservations within the 3 hours / 24 hours of |