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It was a bit of a wet day for our kindergarten class who went on their first field trip to the pumpkin patch at Green Spot Farms, in Mentone, on October 17. But the misty rain did not dampen their spirits as they explored the grounds.

Upon check-in, students were first taken to the Honey House to learn how bees help the pumpkins and other plants grow on the farm. Then they each had the opportunity to try fresh honey made right on the premises. Next, it was time to visit the animals. Students got to meet several horses, see baby bunnies just a few days old, and even tried to coax good ol’ Oreo, the black & white pig, out of his cozy hutch. Next, it was time to feed the goats and wind their way through the hay maze. Luckily, everyone made it through and none was lost!  After doing a headcount, students wound through another tree maze, getting to pop out at the pumpkin patch where they learned how pumpkins grow before going on a search to pick the perfect pumpkin to take home.

Finally, their tour came to a conclusion with a tractor ride. Students got to see and learn about the many different crops that grow on the farm, including many avocado trees. Usually the kindergarten class usually stays for lunch and plays on the playground at Green Spot, but due to the wet weather, the class decided to head back to drier ground and went to Citrus Trails park in Loma Linda to eat and have play time before heading back to school. Overall, it was a delightful experience for all.  Ethan Halverson said, “My favorite part was the tractor ride.” John Harding added, “I enjoyed picking my pumpkin.” Eli Fukuda summed it all up by saying, “I had a good time.”