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Experience a hands-on learning adventure at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm! These school tours provide students with a fun, educational day exploring fruit orchards and sustainable farming.
Experience a hands-on learning adventure at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm! These school tours provide students with a fun, educational day exploring fruit orchards and sustainable farming.
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Operated by Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm · Grand Rapids, Michigan
Discover a unique educational adventure with Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm’s School Tours in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This private tour offers students an interactive experience that combines learning with the fresh air and natural beauty of a working fruit farm. Perfect for school groups looking to connect classroom lessons with hands-on activities, these tours allow participants to explore fruit orchards, understand sustainable farming practices, and engage with farm life. The tours are designed to be both informative and fun, encouraging curiosity in agriculture, ecology, and the environment. Additionally, visiting in the heart of Michigan’s fruit-growing region provides a special opportunity to taste seasonal fruits and learn about crop cycles. With expert guides from the farm staff leading each group, students get personalized attention that ensures a safe, enriching, and memorable experience. The school tours are ideal for educators aiming to give their students an outdoor learning day that combines science, nature, and local heritage in a beautiful farm setting just outside Grand Rapids. Perfect for spring through fall, each visit offers unique seasonal insights that change the landscape and the activities offered. Book your spot today to guarantee a remarkable school field trip that stands out from the usual classroom routine and makes lasting learning connections.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the walking intensity is moderate and the pace is gentle.
Yes, the tours are designed with adaptable content to engage students of various ages and educational levels.
Each tour can comfortably accommodate groups of up to 30 students with adequate supervision.
Yes, clean restroom facilities are accessible near the farm’s main entrance area.
Yes, parents and guardians are welcome but should book their spots in advance to ensure capacity limits are maintained.
Yes, tours canceled for safety reasons such as severe weather will offer full refunds or rescheduling options.
The farm is a natural environment, so we recommend advising us of any allergies ahead of time to accommodate and provide guidance.
Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm has been a family-operated farm for over 50 years, contributing to Michigan’s rich fruit-growing legacy.
The farm uses sustainable practices such as integrated pest management and soil conservation to reduce environmental impact and support local ecosystems.
Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm in Grand Rapids, Michigan is a family-operated farm offering seasonal events, u-pick produce, and farm-based experiences that celebrate Michigan agriculture. The farm hosts festivals and dinners throughout the year, including Sunflower Dinner, Sunflower Fest, Strawberry Fest, Cherry Fest, Pickle Fest, Watermelon Crawl, and a Fall Festival with a corn maze, wagon rides, a market, and pumpkin picking. School groups can explore the farm’s century-old history through guided school tours featuring u-pick apples, a mini corn maze, animal encounters, and donuts and cider. Seasonal concerts draw crowds to the Summer Concert Series and single-show events like Summer Concert Series ft. SoniManic, with live music, food, and drinks starting in the evenings. The farm emphasizes locally sourced food and seasonal produce, showcased at a farm-to-table Sunflower Dinner in August and at festival food offerings focused on strawberries, cherries, watermelon, and pickles. General admission events provide flexible exploration and family-friendly entertainment. Safety and guest experience are prioritized with clear event descriptions, structured activities for school tours, and accessible amenities on site. Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm has built a regional reputation for authentic farm experiences that connect visitors to food origins and outdoor recreation. Located in Grand Rapids, the farm’s mix of educational programming, seasonal festivals, and live music makes it a destination for families, schools, and community gatherings throughout Michigan’s growing season. Visitors can purchase seasonal produce and specialty items onsite, and event details and tickets are posted on the farm's regularly updated schedule online.
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