Autumn at Larriland: Bale‑Seated Hayrides, Pumpkin Picking and a Straw Maze in Woodbine

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Autumn at Larriland: Bale‑Seated Hayrides, Pumpkin Picking and a Straw Maze in Woodbine

A short weekday outing at Larriland Farm that pairs a wagon hayride with pumpkin picking and a stroll through a straw maze—useful for teachers and group leaders planning trips for young children.

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Autumn at Larriland: Bale‑Seated Hayrides, Pumpkin Picking and a Straw Maze in Woodbine.

Duration
2
Location
Woodbine
Operator
Larriland Farm
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Weekday Pumpkin Hay Rides at Larriland Farm in Woodbine are a purpose‑built, child‑centered outing: a hayride that stops at the pumpkin field for every child to select a pumpkin, followed by a walk through a straw maze. The program is described and organized specifically for school groups and young children, with seating provided on bale benches rather than loose straw.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RIDE

A classic hayride through the farm

The outing centers on a wagon hayride that takes groups out to the pumpkin field—an uncomplicated, scenic ride designed to move children from meeting point to patch.

THE ACTIVITY

Pick your own pumpkin

Each child gets the opportunity to walk the patch and choose a pumpkin directly from the field, a hands‑on moment that anchors the visit.

THE PLAY

A short stroll through a straw maze

After pumpkin picking, groups can enjoy a casual walk through a straw maze — a simple, playful circuit that completes the afternoon.

What the day feels like

What the outing feels like

The program moves at an easy, child‑paced tempo: gather at the farm entrance, board a wagon for a hayride to the pumpkin patch, let children select pumpkins from the field, then finish with a stroll through the straw maze. Seating on the wagon is provided on bale benches rather than loose straw, and the itinerary is arranged with school groups and young children in mind.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing is set up for

1
Young school groups (ages 3–7)Explicitly designed for organized school groups of young children in this age range; activities and pace are tailored to preschool and early elementary groups.
2
Teachers and group leadersIdeal for educators arranging a short, supervised field trip—the sequence and stops are arranged with school groups in mind.
3
Family groups with young childrenSuitable for adults accompanying children in the stated age range, as the outing emphasizes simple, child‑appropriate activities.
4
Older children and adult‑only groupsThe program is designed around younger children; older kids or adults seeking more challenging activities may find the pace and content basic.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to expect on the wagon

Wagon seating is provided on bale benches (not loose straw).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where do groups meet for the hay ride?

Meet at Larriland Farm Main Gate, 2415 Woodbine Rd., Woodbine, MD 21797.

Who is the program designed for?

The weekday pumpkin hay rides are designed for school groups and young children, specifically ages 3–7.

What activities are included?

The outing includes a hayride, a stop at the pumpkin field for pumpkin picking, and a stroll through a straw maze.

How long does the outing take?

The published context lists the outing as approximately 45 minutes.

What kind of seating is on the wagon?

Seating on the wagon is on bale benches rather than loose straw.