Remlinger Farms

Saturday, October 8th was our community fall picnic at Remlinger Farms. We waited too long to register for it so we ended up on the waiting list and didn't find out we would be able to go until the day before. So glad we got the opportunity and in the future will be one of the first to register so we don't miss out on this fun activity.

Abigail had a soccer game that morning so we arrived a little late, but there was still plenty of food. All you can eat hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, corn on the cob, chips, soda, slaw, and a variety of fresh pies.

We'd heard conflicting comments whether the rides were included in our discounted admission and were thrilled that to find that all the fun the farm had to offer was included. The kids were $5 for the huge lunch, unlimited rides, and a free pumpkin - SCORE! And Katie was free!

We went to Remlinger a few times when the girls were small, but it’s been years since we’ve been back. It's a really cute park and the rides are perfect for young kids.

This was Jason’s first time riding on amusement park rides (not sure you can count Disneyland when he was only 15 months old). We went on the roller coaster first and I could tell he was nervous while we waited in line, but he didn't hesitate to give it a try. When the ride ended he had a huge smile on his face and exclaimed, "That was awesome!" Next month we’re returning to Disneyland for a few days with Justin’s family so hopefully Jason (and the girls) keep their sense of adventure.

I think the pumpkin ride is the cutest of all the rides and fitting on this perfect fall afternoon. Everyone took a turn (or two) throughout the day.

The kids know that their Dad can get any spinning type of ride going ridiculously fast – he shows no mercy on those kids.

The kids could have stayed in the hay maze for hours. I had such a hard time getting them out there so we could move on to something different.

Try to ignore the ridiculous man standing in this picture. The kids stood there for several minutes waiting for him to get a clue and get out the shot but he clearly didn't catch on.

You can’t go to Remlinger Farms and not ride on the little train.

Jason was very excited about driving the antique cars. He took his job very seriously. Katie did a great job helping him steer from the backseat as well.

Another classic Remlinger ride is the boats, perfect for the very young. Katie spent most of the short ride dipping her hand in the water and watching the plastic ducks floating along side her.

I was really excited that the kids had the opportunity to ride the ponies while we were there. Carly has read several books this year about horses so I knew how much this would mean to her. She's a natural.

We learned from experience a few years ago that Abigail is allergic to horses and will puff up like a balloon if she rides so she had to miss out while everyone else got a turn.

This was Katie’s first time riding and as you can see she wasn't sure what to make if the situation. She loves animals and as we waited in line for our turn she kept making growling noises at the ponies, once on though she was perfectly still and silent.

Carly and Jason also rode another kind of horse.

Looks like this will be the last year for Carly.

The small ferris wheel was another big hit. Jason enjoyed swinging his cage back and forth as it went around and around. Katie looked so cute sitting next to Abigail and didn’t want to get off when the ride was over.

Abigail and Carly can’t pass up an opportunity to conquer a rock wall.

We ended up staying until they shut everything down at 6pm and we had no choice but to head for home – near the end of the day we basically had the park to ourselves and could ride anything we wanted without a wait.

It always feels great to come home after a fun filled day with our family. We can’t wait to return to Remlinger next year!