Johnson's Orchards
1218 Elmos Road Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-3707
Family Owned and Operated
Field Trips
SPRING FIELD TRIPS
THEY ARE DESIGNED TO EXPERIENCE A WORKING FARM WITH MANY ANIMALS THAT ARE RAISED FOR FOOD, FIBER, AND PLEASURE. THERE ARE CATTLE, SHEEP, GOATS, CHICKENS, PEACOCKS, DUCKS, RABBITS, GUINEAS, BURROS, AND HOGS. THESE TOURS ARE DIRECTED BY EXPERIENCED GUIDES AND WILL REQUIRE ABOUT 1 ½ HOURS AND A GOOD AMOUNT OF WALKING. SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN CAN BE ACCOMMODATED BY USE OF YOUR VEHICLES. AFTER THE TOUR YOU ARE WELCOME TO STAY AND PICNIC IN OUR SHELTER.
FALL FIELD TRIPS
NOW BOOKING SEPT/OCT 2025! Get your spot now!
Educational and Interactive Fall Field Trips move groups through learning stations run by farm staff.
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Step into a world of crisp apples, country charm, and good old-fashioned farm fun! Our orchard field trips are a hands-on adventure where students of all ages learn about apples from blossom to basket. Join Danny Appleseed as he shares the secrets of old-timey farming, the life of an apple tree, and the magic of working with the land.
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Kids will explore the orchard, try their hand at picking their own apples, learn how to make cider the old-fashioned way, be introduced to various horticultural practices and problems, and discover the sights, smells, and sounds of a working farm.
Perfect for school groups, homeschoolers, and curious kids ready to learn and play—come grow with us!
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Enjoy visiting our farm animals and picnic for lunch at our pavilion after your tour.
Adult groups are also welcomed.​
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Field Trips start at 10am and last about 1.5hours.
Cost: $10/person. 1 adult free per 15 students.
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Submit the form below, or contact us to book!
JOHNSON'S ORCHARDS FAMILY FARM EST. 1919
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WE ARE LOCATED AT THE FOOT OF THE PEAKS OF OTTER IN BEDFORD COUNTY. WE ARE CENTRALLY LOCATED BETWEEN LYNCHBURG AND ROANOKE APPROXIMATELY 35 MILES AND 1 HOUR TRAVEL FROM EACH. WE HAVE CONDUCTED FIELD TRIPS FOR MANY YEARS AND EMPHASIZE THE EDUCATIONAL ASPECTS OF A TRIP TO THE FARM. EACH TOUR WILL REQUIRE APPROXIMATELY 1 1/2 HOURS AFTER WHICH YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO PICNIC AT OUR SHELTER.
APPLESEED COUNTRY FIELD TRIP APPLICATION