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Like any day trip, some basic preparation can make the difference between a great day out or misery! Here are our top 10 tips, a quick checklist for your trip to a U-pick farm:
And finally have fun
! Many farms have
playgrounds, farm animals, petting zoos, hayrides, corn cannons, pig
races, pedal cart tracks, jumping pillows, ziplines, and more. Allow
time for you kids to enjoy these and they will want to come back
again!
Water bath canner with a jar rack
Pressure canners for gas, electric and induction stoves: Presto 23Qt or T-fal 22Qt
Canning scoop (this one is PERFECT)
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