Families are having enjoyable with out overheating this weekend

CUMMINGS, Iowa (KCRG) – Families in search of fall enjoyable at Howell’s Pumpkin Patch are discovering every thing from traditional slides and swings to one thing decidedly chill: goat cuddling, KCCI reports.

The fifth-generation farm close to Cumming attracts crowds for its low-key animal encounters and an array of kid-friendly points of interest.

“It’s nice when you can come with friends and just get out of the house. Kids love swinging, love the animals — a huge hit,” mentioned Kelsey Davis, a stay-at-home mother visiting with a buddy.

Nearby, kids shrieked as they rocketed down a towering slide.

“It’s awesome. Kids love it,” Davis mentioned.

A couple of sprinkles fell Friday, and forecasters anticipate temperatures within the 90s Saturday, however proprietor Fred Howell mentioned the warmth shouldn’t deter guests.

“On the playground, there’s big, mature trees that have been here for a hundred-plus years — there’s plenty of shade to find if you need it,” Howell mentioned.

For these eyeing apples, Bryan Etchen of Iowa Orchard and Pie Bakery mentioned the ultimate weekend for pick-your-own on the Granger location is underway.

“We’ve been doing pick-your-own apples,” Etchen mentioned. “Then we’re going to move it here, to be picking here next week through the rest of the season,” on the Urbandale web site off Meredith Drive.

Pick-your-own gained’t begin in Urbandale till subsequent weekend, however the storefront is open now with an assortment of selfmade treats.

Whether it’s crisp apples, heat bakery items, or a quiet second goat cuddling, central Iowa’s fall flavors — and farmyard comforts — are in full swing.

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