The fall chill is in the air, and our family and friends were back in the driftless valley region between Gays Mills and the orchard filled-ridges, hitting our favorite annual "must-visit, must-see, must-do, and must-eat" places. We have our favorite orchards, markets, bakeries, and now... we have our favorite pumpkin patch/farm stand! We had seen signs but somehow missed it - but we decided to go back the way we came in hopes of finding it again and we did - and so glad we did!!! Luckily their Facebook page is what saved us - it had a map showing us that it's tucked in a valley in Haney, WI. Two sisters ran the stand and behind it a nice size pumpkin patch that had the vine clippers ready for the pinching. Our kids had a blast looking for the perfect pumpkin and after we bought some delish warm drinks and chatted with the sisters about their family farm. They also have pre-picked pumpkins, gourds, warm drinks, and some bakery items. We learned they also grow veggies throughout the growing season and sell at local farmer markets. The Sand Farm's pumpkins also have personality - they are EXTRA! These are not your standard "Walmart" carving pumpkins - these come in all shapes, sizes, colors, bumps, no-bumps - everyone can find a pumpkin that's best for them. Their prices can't be beaten. We walked away with 3 beautiful pumpkins - only $11! The Sand Farm is local agriculture/agritourism that is quaint, has a heart, and a spirit that we look forward to supporting when we are visiting the reason annually during the summer/fall. They are a new "add" to our annual apple-weekend "hit" list of must-visit stops. read more

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