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    Corn Maze Maintenance - Part 2

    Corn Maze Maintenance - Part 2

    Last time, we talked about preserving and protecting your investment from the beginning of the season until the last guest leaves your gates
    Animals at Your Agritourism Venue - Part 2

    Animals at Your Agritourism Venue - Part 2

    Last time we talked about the decision as to whether or not to add animals to your venue. I posted some questions to help you determine the feasibility for you personally. There is a ton of value, but again it may not work for everyone. From here on out, we’ll assume that you are either moving forward or have already added animals to your attraction. I’ll do my best to help you get started or refine what you already have. Probably the first part of the process is determining
    Animals at Your Agritourism Venue

    Animals at Your Agritourism Venue

    It’s not always easy and sometimes it’s not even feasible, but animals can be an important part of an agritourism venue. Since we as a society have moved so far away from the farm and even further from interacting with certain live animals, many venues use animals to create important memories as well as what we like to call “teachable moments”. Animals provide the link between the world we live in and what is behind that world. They allow people to understand the origin of so
    To Pay or Not to Pay? Chaperones & Non-Participating Guests

    To Pay or Not to Pay? Chaperones & Non-Participating Guests

    This can be a tough one to navigate. Should you charge for the 85-year-old grandmother that is just there to watch her grandchild open presents at a birthday party? Should you charge for parents that are there to help with the field trip? What about someone that is physically handicapped and won’t be participating in any activities? These are all tough scenarios to navigate while keeping your customers happy but let’s talk through some of the options you have. Insurance F
    8 Tips to Keeping Your Check-In Lines Short

    8 Tips to Keeping Your Check-In Lines Short

    Long lines are one of those things we consider a “good problem to have”. Unfortunately, long lines can be a frustration for your guests and not a good way to start their fun day at the farm. Here are some tips to keep those lines moving. 1. Good Signage Be sure you have easy-to-read signs at your check-in area. Not just at the cash register but in several places that can be easily seen from the lines so customers can be more prepared when it is their turn to pay. 2. Limite
    Agritourism - Pony Ride Safety & Strategy

    Agritourism - Pony Ride Safety & Strategy

    Pony rides can be a great way to give your young guests a memorable farm experience at your venue while adding revenue to your bottom line. In addition to the revenue pony rides bring in, they can also be a great marketing tool as they make a great photo opportunity for parents to share with family & friends on social media. This all sounds like a no-brainer right? Before you add this to your list of offerings, you need to be aware of the risks and the things you must do to
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