Gull Meadow Farms

To: Tour Groups for fall information 2007 from
GULL MEADOW FARMS

FARM LOCATION MAILING ADDRESS
TOURS
8544 Gull Road (M-43) 8876 East DE ave.
Mon.-Fri.---9a.m.-3p.m.
Richland, Michigan 49083 Richland, Michigan
49083 For other times during the
Farm: (269) 629-4214 weekdays please call
Fax: (269) 629-4358 www.gullmeadowfarms.com.
269-629-4214

It's fall again at Gull Meadow Farms. Time to
take a wagon ride to our orchard or maze. For
the 2007 season will be offering ___ different
tours. Come and experience our farm while
learning along the way.
All tours will begin September 17th and go
through the month of October.

TOUR #1 (minimum of 8)
A self-guided tour through Pumpkin Lane with a
chance to see all the pumpkin displays. During
your time with us we will provide each tour
guests with a glass of fresh cider, a homemade
donut, and as you leave a small pumpkin to take
home.

TOUR #2 (minimum of 15)
This tour beings with a tractor driven wagon ride
to our apple orchard. We will stop in the orchard
for the children to get apples. Due to the week of
frost in early May we have lost some of our
apples. Therefore, part of the tour season
individuals will be able to pick from the trees and
part of the season picking will be done from
large apple bins. For every 15 paid guest we will
provide a ˝ bushel to fill with apples for you to
take home as a group. There are various
educational displays in the orchard to enhance
your visit. At the end of your apple tour you will
be provided with a glass of our fresh apple cider
and a homemade donut. Then visit Pumpkin
Lane in a self-guided tour, where you will be able
to view our various pumpkin displays. Each tour
guest will be able to take a small pumpkin home
with them.

TOUR #3 (minimum of 15)
This tour begins with a tractor driven wagon ride
to our corn maze. Due to the drought the height
of the corn in the maze is much shorter than
normal. At the maze you will be able to use a
passport and hunt for questions within the maze.

TOUR #4 (minimum of 15)
This tour is a combination of tour #2 and #3.
Plan extra time since this will include the corn
maze and a trip to the apple orchard.

TOUR #5
This tour begins with a tractor driven wagon ride
(weather permitting) through our fields, woods,
and orchards. We will make a stop in the orchard
so you make pick a Ľ peck bag of apples for
each tour rider. After coming back to the Apple
Barn we will provide you with a glass of cider
and a donut. You will then be able to view the
displays in Pumpkin Lane and take a small
pumpkin home with you.

See page two for tour prices. With tour changes,
some tours have an increase cost, however any
tours scheduled for September 17- September
____will be charged 2006 prices if those prices
are different than the 2007 price.

The tours take 1 to 1 ˝ hours depending on your
stay in Pumpkin Lane. Not all activities in
Pumpkin Lane are open to tour groups. There
are several activities that are only open on
weekends. Call the number above for scheduling
and other questions. Come and enjoy yourself at
the farm.

See you this fall:.
Gull Meadow Farms

Fall 2007 at GULL MEADOW FARMS

Dear Teacher or Group Leader,

This letter contains all the information you will
need to know, to ensure that your class has a
great time at our farm. Even if you have been
here before, please read the entire letter
carefully, and give us a call if you have any
questions. Our goal is to provide an educational
and fun tour.

Tours are Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-3p.m.
For other times during weekdays, please call
(269)629-4214.

TOUR COST
The cost of the tours for each student and parent
in the group is:
TOUR #1 Pumpkin Lane-$3.50 without tax OR
$3.71 with tax, minimum of 8 (2006 cost $3.00 +
tax)
TOUR #2 Apple Orchard-$4.50 without tax OR
$4.77 with tax, minimum of 15 (2006 cost $4.00 +
tax)
TOUR #3 Corn Maze-$5.50 without tax OR
$5.83 with tax, minimum of 15 (1st time offered)
TOUR #4 Orchard & Maize-$6.50 without tax
OR $6.89 with tax, minimum of 15 (2006 cost
$6.00 + tax)
TOUR #5 Scenic Tour/Apple Orchard-$6.00
without tax OR $6.36 with tax, minimum of 15
(2006 cost $5.50 + tax)
_____Your tax form is on file with us from last
year.
_____If you are tax exempt, bring your tax
exempt number & form with you to remove tax.
If you need a tax form, call the farm and we can
fax you a form. (269)629-4214

We will allow 1 free person/teacher with every 25
paid. We STRONGLY urge that you pay for the
tour with a school or personal check and not
cash. We can always refund you in cash for
children/parents that are unable to come. We
prefer not to collect money individually from
parents. Please collect the money prior to arrival.
If your group is a small one, remember that we
have a minimum number of paid individuals
before the free admission staff. A reminder to
bring your tax exempt form filled out with you.

WHEN TO ARRIVE
The tours are scheduled back-to-back with no
extra time built into the schedule. Arriving 15
minutes early will allow time to get you ready to
go. Please remember, it will be difficult to extend
your tour time if you are late.

CANCELLATIONS
If we can reschedule you this season, we will try
to do so. Bad weather in your area does not
necessarily mean that it will be bad weather here
at the time of your tour. Call for current
conditions if needed. Checking the weather for
the few days prior would give you an idea on
possible problems. If you do feel you must
cancel, please call us AS EARLY IN THE
MORNING AS POSSIBLE so we may cancel
staff if necessary. (269)629-4214

TEACHER TIPS
" Student name tags are helpful.
" Do not assume that the bus driver knows
where you are going. Included with this letter is
a sheet with directions. Be sure to give it to the
bus driver before you leave your building.
" When you arrive, have the students remain on
the bus briefly so we can instruct you to the
check in area.
" Divide your group into mini groups with an
adult per group.
" If taking the wagon ride to the orchard, and
while you are strolling Pumpkin Lane, we ask
that you abide by safety rules. Occasionally, we
have some behavior problems. The staff at GMF
will not hesitate to have those who are behaving
in an unsafe manner wait for his/her classmates
on the school bus if unable to stop their unsafe
behavior.
" Have children dress appropriately. They are
coming to the country. They may get dirty, and
adults as well. We suggest long pants, play cloths
and old shoes. We are not responsible for soiled
clothing.
" Since part of the tour is outdoors, you may
want to ask about BEE sting allergies and have
needed supplies. While bee stings are rare
occurrences, they do happen.
" All of our cider is pasteurized.
" Parents coming along (or you) may want to
bring a camera. There will be lots of great photo
opportunities!
" Other helpful things might include bug spray
and pre-moistened hand wipes.
" On our apple tour we will provide containers
needed. Do not bring your own bags. If anyone
wishes to purchase additional apples, they are
available already picked and bagged.
" Donuts and cider may be taken back to the
school instead of enjoying them at the farm.
Please let us know when you arrive, if your plan
is to take the donuts and cider back to school
with you.
" If you are going to walk the corn maze, please
remember it could be muddy even if it is not
raining when you come.

Parents, students, and teachers are more than
welcome in the market. An adult should
accompany a small group of children. We will
have a full line of fall items available in the
market.

DIRECTIONS TO GULL MEADOW FARMS
Located ˝ mile south of Richland on M-43/Gull
Road (8544 Gull Road)

Map, driving directions, and other information
can be found on our website.
www.gullmeadowfarms.com