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Entries Tagged 'Halloween' ↓
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October 18th, 2009 — Halloween, Kids
Halloween
October 31st, 2008 — Halloween
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October 26th, 2008 — Arts and Crafts, Halloween
Fall Family Tradition: Pumpkin and Apple Picking
October 19th, 2008 — About Me, Activities, Halloween
Riley’s Farm is the perfect Fall Field Trip for any family living in Southern California. This Weekend my delightful mother and I took a trip out to the farm, our intentions were to pick apples and pumpkins on a perfect autumn day. We had such a great time, that we decided it would become a new fall tradition. Riley’s Farm is a wonderful way for any family to spend the day together, Its extremely child friendly, has tons of sugary apple treats to keep your little ones hopped up on sugar. Although the farm system is a bit dis-orginized, be sure to bring your patience with you. And wear plenty of sunscreen.
Here are some tips we would suggest to any family planning to visit Oak Glen.
- Bring cash, credit cards are a big hassle and cash lines are shorter.
- I would advise to go early in the morning or in the evening when it tends to be less crowded.
- Leave babies at home, as strollers are very difficult to push on the up hill trails which are covered with dirt, dust and rocks. After juggling apples, pumpkins, a purse and your other kids, trust me… You’ll thank me later.
- If you plan on purchasing pumpkins, bring a wheel barrel, wagon, canvas bags. Carrying heavy pumpkins back to your car can be extremely difficult.
- Lines for Lunch are very long (we waited an 1 hour), Riley’s Farm has a goregous, giant, green lawn perfect for bringing packed Lunches. So don’t forget your picnic basket and a blanket.
- If you’re planning on picking apples, bring canvas bags, to cut down on the waste of the paper bags they give you.
- Wear closed towed shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, we wore sandels and came back with filthy feet.
- Bring water bottles and wet wipes, as hands can get quite dirty from handling dusty fruit.
Riley’s Farm
12261 South Oak Glen Road
Oak Glen, California 92399
(909) 797 – 7534
Hours of Operation – 9:00am – 5:00pm
Apple and Pear Picking – $6.00 – 20.00
How To Carve a Pumpkin
October 19th, 2008 — Arts and Crafts, Halloween
The first step is hollowing out the pumpkin. Use a keyhole saw to cut the hole. If you’ll be using a candle for illumination, you can cut the hole in the pumpkin’s top (always put the candle in a high-sided glass, and never leave unattended). For electric lights, make the hole in the bottom or side so you can hide the cord.
Scoop out flesh, pulp, and seeds with a plaster scraper or fleshing tool.
Now it’s time to transfer your selected designs (use one of our pumpkin templates or draw your own). Affix it to the pumpkin, and trace the design by poking holes with a sharp awl, needle tool, or T-pin.
Remove the template and carve along the pattern with a miniature saw or linoleum carving tool. If you want to make holes in the pumpkin for eyes, use a drill equipped with a 1/2-inch or 3/4-inch spade bit.
You can also get creative with patterns and designs using these pumpkin-carving tools.
If desired, place candles, small flashlights, or battery-operated light sources inside your pumpkin.
Tip: Prevent exposed areas of the pumpkin’s flesh from turning brown by applying a film of Vaseline.
To illuminate a carved pumpkin, string lights are preferable to candles for most designs: Wrap a strand of 20 lights around a glass jar, and secure wires with tape. Cut a hole in the hollowed-out pumpkin for the cord, and place jar inside. Unplug lights before leaving the house or going to sleep. If using a candle, place it in a glass or votive holder, and cut a hole in the back of the pumpkin for ventilation (or leave the top off). Battery-operated candles are another good alternative.
From Martha Stewart Living
