Posted by admin on Feb 17th, 2012 | Comments Off 
Another year has come and gone, and we’re happy for all the fun we’ve had, but a little sad that the season is over. And also sad that the Great Pumpkin didn’t choose our patch this year, so we’re going to be working hard this winter to make sure our patch will be the most sincere next year.
In all seriousness, though, winter is an important time here at Ramseyer Farms, and just because...
Posted by admin on Feb 1st, 2012 | 0 comments
If you still have a supply of produce from the Farm, read the following to learn how to keep it for winter use.
Winter squash such as pumpkins, acorns, or hubbards should be stored at about 50° F, and away from fruit like apples that give off ripening compounds. Identify the squash that has been bruised or damaged for using first. Acorn squash can be stored for up to 8 weeks, pumpkins for up to...
Posted by admin on Jan 10th, 2012 | Comments Off
Just in case you were thinking about skipping the hayride during your next visit to Ramseyer Farms, here are 7 great reasons not to:
It is a great way to space out more lively activities.
You get to enjoy the beautiful scenery of our 700 acres of farm and woodland.
An opportunity to get all the family together in one place for half an hour—how often does that happen?
Straw is really pretty...
Posted by admin on Dec 17th, 2011 | Comments Off
Cream of Potato Soup
6 C. cubed potatoes
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 C. sliced carrots
1/4 tsp. pepper
6 slices fried bacon
1 C. chopped onion
1 C. sliced celery
2 C. milk
2 C. light cream (or use all milk)
shredded cheddar cheese, parsley sprigs
Cook potatoes and carrots in boiling water until tender, drain. Fry bacon until crisp, drain and crumble. Sauté onion and celery in 2 T. bacon...
Posted by admin on Oct 20th, 2011 | 0 comments
Farm animals are one of our more popular attractions, especially among the younger children who love to stop and watch their entertaining antics.
Chickens are especially fun to watch. It seems there’s always some kind of bustle at the hen house and nobody can figure out what it might be. It’s generally much ado about nothing, but that makes it all the more entertaining.
Bunnyville is also...
