family fun

Living History Weekend – Table Creek Rendezvous at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

 

September 29 & 30 is the Table Creek Rendezvous from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy blacksmithing, butter churning, breadmaking, tomahawk throwing, ropemaking, and Native beadworking.

 

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222. Mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Tree Climbing at Tree Adventure

When’s the last time you climbed a tree? Maybe when you were 10? Maybe never?

 

Tree Climbing at Tree Adventure is your opportunity to harness up and shimmy your way skyward in an old oak savanna. There’s even smaller-scale climbing options for the younger set.

 

Tree climbing activities are included with regular Tree Adventure admission, and it’s always a popular draw. Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717.

 

This activity is available along with all the other classic fall fun at Arbor Day Farm: apple picking, the corn maze, hayrack rides, and plenty of apple pies, cider, caramel apples and other tasty treats.

See you in the trees!

Tree Climbing at Tree Adventure

When’s the last time you climbed a tree? Maybe when you were 10? Maybe never?

 

Tree Climbing at Tree Adventure is your opportunity to harness up and shimmy your way skyward in an old oak savanna. There’s even smaller-scale climbing options for the younger set.

 

Tree climbing activities are included with regular Tree Adventure admission, and it’s always a popular draw. Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717.

 

This activity is available along with all the other classic fall fun at Arbor Day Farm: apple picking, the corn maze, hayrack rides, and plenty of apple pies, cider, caramel apples and other tasty treats.

See you in the trees!

Nuts About Squirrels at the Tree Adventure

Squirrels! They can charm you or drive you nutty! Find out more about these engaging creatures by playing some of their games and learning to “speak squirrel.” Discover which species may live in your backyard and how you can attract (or dissuade) them. Free with your Tree Adventure admission.

Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717.

Going Batty at Tree Adventure

Bats are not just a Halloween accessory! Discover how important bats are to our ecosystem and what makes them so special. Test your skills of echolocation, picture yourself as a bat, and then learn how to get them to work for you. Free with your Tree Adventure admission.

 

Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717

Going Batty at Tree Adventure

Bats are not just a Halloween accessory! Discover how important bats are to our ecosystem and what makes them so special. Test your skills of echolocation, picture yourself as a bat, and then learn how to get them to work for you. Free with your Tree Adventure admission.

 

Questions? Call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717

U-Pick Apples at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure

Enjoy the natural beauty of the fall season by picking your own apples in the Arbor Day Farm orchards inside Tree Adventure. Early picking typically begins late August depending on weather. Check back here for updates. Tree Adventure hours and admission apply. Questions? Call 402-873-8717.

Make it an extra special event with a free hayrack ride to the orchard weekends only September 29-October 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Complete your getaway with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Please call our Reservations Team to check the latest availability: 800-546-5433.

Snails & Other Slow-Moving Objects at Tree Adventure

Ready to slow your summer down? Head to the Tree Adventure to experience the fun of slime, including an introduction to snail slime facials — great for the complexion! Learn from these fascinating creatures about how to enjoy life in the slow lane.

Included with regular Tree Adventure admission. Call 402-873-8717 for more information.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 7:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Lemonade Days at Arbor Day Farm

National Lemonade Day is August 19! To celebrate, Arbor Lodge Mansion, Tree Adventure, and the Apple House Market will be featuring special tasty lemon treats throughout the weekend. In addition, visitors to Arbor Lodge Mansion will learn about the history of lemons, lemonade, and lemonade stands, while enjoying a sample of this refreshing drink.

Questions? Call 402-873-8717.

Snails & Other Slow-Moving Objects at Tree Adventure

Ready to slow your summer down? Head to the Tree Adventure to experience the fun of slime, including an introduction to snail slime facials — great for the complexion! Learn from these fascinating creatures about how to enjoy life in the slow lane.

Included with regular Tree Adventure admission. Call 402-873-8717 for more information.

National Ice Cream Day at Arbor Day Farm

Celebrate this deliciously wonderful national holiday with summertime fun across the farm. Join us at the Tree Adventure from 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. to learn how this special treat originated and participate in homemade ice cream churning. Sampling will be available.

At the Apple House Market, enjoy delectable ice cream treats including root beer floats, ice cream sundaes, and apple cider slushies with ice cream and caramel.

Round out your adventure at Arbor Lodge where you’ll see how the Morton family spent their summer days and have the opportunity to play yard games and checkers on the front lawn of the mansion.

Questions? Call 402-873-8717 for more information.

Summer Music Series at Arbor Day Farm

Enjoy an afternoon of music and yard games in a beautiful setting! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and sit back and relax. Admission is free and no park entry is required. Here’s this year’s lineup:

July 1 – The Wildwoods at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
July 15 – Boys Named Sue (Johnny Cash Tribute Band) at the Historic Barns
July 29 – Shawn Cole on the Morton Oak Lawn near the Tree Adventure

Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Please no beer, wine, or other alcohol carried onto the property. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Historic Barns.

Make it a getaway with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 800-546-5433 or go online to reserve.

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Summer Music Series hosted by Arbor Day Farm

Enjoy an afternoon of music and yard games in a beautiful setting! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and sit back and relax. Admission is free and no park entry is required. Here’s this year’s lineup:

July 1 – The Wildwoods at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
July 15 – Boys Named Sue (Johnny Cash Tribute Band) at the Historic Barns
July 29 – Shawn Cole on the Morton Oak Lawn near the Tree Adventure

Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Please no beer, wine, or other alcohol carried onto the property. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Historic Barns.

Make it a getaway with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 800-546-5433 or go online to reserve.

View Property Map

Summer Music Series hosted by Arbor Day Farm

Enjoy an afternoon of music and yard games in a beautiful setting! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and sit back and relax. Admission is free and no park entry is required.

July 1 – The Wildwoods at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
July 15 – Boys Named Sue (Johnny Cash Tribute Band) at the Historic Barns
July 29 – Shawn Cole on the Morton Oak Lawn near the Tree Adventure

Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Please no beer, wine, or other alcohol carried onto the property. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Historic Barns.

Make it a getaway with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Call 800-546-5433 or go online to reserve.

View Property Map

Father’s Day Exhibit at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Your dad will appreciate the special Father’s Day exhibit at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park on Father’s Day weekend, June 16–17. View historic photographs of Morton family fathers and sons. Plus see a special display featuring Joy Morton’s sword collection, many of which were purchased during his world travels. These unique, old-world treasures reveal detailed craftsmanship.

The 52-room mansion is open on Saturday from 9 am–5 pm and Sunday from 11 am–5 pm; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 children (age 3-12). Questions? Call Arbor Lodge at 402-873-7222.

Get Outdoors Day at Tree Adventure

Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day at Arbor Day Farm. Explore nature and enjoy special family challenges along the trails at Tree Adventure. Finish off with a snack you can cook yourself over an open fire. At Arbor Lodge, guests will enjoy playing vintage yard games and checkers on the front lawn of the historic Arbor Lodge Mansion.

The event is free with your Tree Adventure admission. For more information, call 402-873-8717.

Scavenger Hunt Weekend at Tree Adventure

THE HUNT IS ON! See what you can discover at an Arbor Day Farm Scavenger Hunt! Tune into nature and test your observation skills as you track down each item on your list. The hunts are designed for a variety of ages and interests, making them a great challenge for everyone in the family. Prizes await each sleuth!

The event is free with your Tree Adventure admission. For more information, call Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717.

Feathered Friends Day at Tree Adventure

Join us to welcome back migrating birds at Arbor Day Farm. Engage in a game to learn about their dangerous journey and make a bird feeder to help them along their way. Enjoy a taste of shade-grown coffee and learn how this coffee preserves bird wintering grounds in the rain forest. Then take a hike to find how many species you can hear and see along the trails!

Call Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure for more information at 402-873-8717.

 

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 7:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 7:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 7:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 7:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Sunset & S’mores at Tree Adventure

Climb aboard for a guided, Sunset Discovery Ride as you journey through the orchards and vineyards at Arbor Day Farm. Following the ride, gather ’round for a twilight bonfire complete with make-your-own s’mores.

The Discovery Ride departs at 8:00 p.m. with the bonfire and s’mores following the ride. Cost includes your Tree Adventure admission, your ticket for the Discovery Ride, the bonfire, make-your-own s’mores, and bottled water.

Reservations are required and minimum of 10 participants by 5:00 p.m. for the Sunset & S’mores activity; please call the Tree Adventure at 402-873-8717 to reserve your seat.

Spring Break Family Getaway

Bring the family for a memorable vacation to Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm. Explore the trails, splash in the indoor pool, and climb a 50-foot tree house. The Family Getaway Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge, plus four tickets to Arbor Day Farm’s Tree Adventure attraction (open year-round with plenty of nature-based fun for all ages). Ask for the Family Getaway Package when you call for your reservation: 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

U-Pick Apples at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure

Enjoy the natural beauty of the fall season by picking your own apples in the Arbor Day Farm orchards inside Tree Adventure. Choose the 20-pound u-pick bag and receive 5 pounds free! Make it an extra special event with a free hayrack ride to the orchard (where you can also pick pumpkins) weekends only from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Tree Adventure hours and admission apply. Questions? Call 402-873-8717.

Round out your fall adventure with an overnight stay at Lied Lodge. Reserve you stay online or by calling 800-546-5433.

Wood Carving Demonstration at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure

SCHEDULE UPDATE! Master carver Gary Keenan will be at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure on October 7 and 8. Gary’s last visit was during the 2013 Art in the Woods – Wood Carving Edition. We are happy for his return and excited to see his work along our forested trails. Watch as he uses special tools and his creative vision to produce beautiful wood art.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Bring the family for a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evening, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings now thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Dog Days of Summer @ Whispering Pines Bed & Breakfast

Come dogs. Come owners. Come all!

 

Join us as we host our first Dog Days of Summer!

Bring your furry pal and enjoy an afternoon of fun, games and good eats!

All are welcome dog owner or not we will have a dog-on good time!

A gourmet hot dog bar featuring Fairbury Hot Dogs, the Hot Dog of Husker Nation!

We’ll have an obstacle course, potato sack races (humans in the sack with dogs on their leash), a human/dog look-a-like contest, prizes and more!

Bring your lawn chair and dip your toes in our kiddy pools.

 

For your entertainment, local Nebraska City native, Honey Lynn Self, will be working on a dog painting as she showcases her painting skills right before your eyes. She will have other pieces available for purchase.

Honey is a self-taught artist working mostly with acrylics, but sometimes oils, and specializes in landscape painting, abstract painting, and animal portraits.

 

Bring your old towels, sheets and blankets and we’ll donate them to the local vets!

 

Tickets

$15 Tickets – Gourmet Hot Dog bar, chips and puppy chow dessert (1 full hot dog).  We’ll give you two halves so you can try different toppings.  Plus, a treat for your pup!

*Additional half dogs and trips through the bar are available for purchase.

*Vegetarian Hot Dogs available

 

Kids 5 – 12 $7 tickets –  1 full dog with basic toppings

Kids under 5 Free –   ½ dog

All ticket prices include side of chips and puppy chow dessert!

 

Pet Details

  • Pet must be on a leash and attended at all times
  • No more than 2 dogs per adult.

Dogs stay free for the weekend of Dog Days!

 

Friday the 11th of August -Monday the 14th in both pet friendly rooms (Victoria Suite and Barn). Book now.

In the meantime check out our Policy for Paws and our Pets of Whispering Pines Facebook Album

 

10 Year Anniversary Celebration

 

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Owner, Jeanna Stavas, says, “This event is not about me but an opportunity to thank everyone that has supported me through the years; my family and friends, guests and patrons, partners and the surrounding communities and Nebraska City. It was only with all of these people that this business has been a success.  It was a crazy idea I had to leave my corporate technology job and pursue a new endeavor/career where I was able to enjoy my passion of people and food!  It’s been an exciting 10 years and I can’t wait to see what the future holds!  We hope you can join us!”

Join the Facebook event to learn more, follow our vendors and sponsors, find out what’s up for raffle, help us keep track of how many people are coming  and we might even drop some hints for the scavenger hunt.

The festivities will include:

Music featuring local artists: Chris Saub, Aly Peeler and the Pioneers and The Packages

Food and Drink Vendors: Prairie Fire Pizza, Kimmel Orchard and Vineyard and Fruitemade Frozen Pops

Free while they last…

Jeanna’s chocolate chip cookies and cupcakes from Janie’s Confections

Door prize for the first 200 attendees

A Scavenger Hunt – Test your knowledge of Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast

And so much more…

**A patio of memories will be created from pavers donated and signed by guests that they can come visit for years to come.

**Jeanna enjoys teaching about food and the joy it can bring so searched for a way to give back to the community with a focus on food. A raffle will be held with all proceeds going towards local food projects such as the food pantry, backpack program and a kids cooking camp to be taught by Jeanna this winter. Local partners were willing to donate some fantastic items to support both the event and the giveaways. Thank you to KR Creative, Table Creek Golf Club, Mary Pargett Photography, Cargill and Fareway and many, many others!

There is no cover charge.  Pizza, wine and frozen pops will be available for sale.  We encourage you to bring your own picnic blanket and lawn chairs. Some tables, chairs and blankets are available, but are limited in number.

Kimmel Orchard Cherry Festival

On June 29-30, Kimmel Orchard will be hosting their annual Cherry Festival! This day will kick off at 9 AM and will be a great destination for you and your family.

Our U-Pick will be open and our cherry trees will be full of fresh produce ready to be picked by you and your family. Enjoy a nice hayrack ride to and from the orchard and explore our brand new Tree Dome nature trail while you are out there as well. This is a great way to gain the full experience of the orchard, and you’ll even see the 170-year-old Eastern Cottonwood tree!

Our Pollinator Playground will be open to all who come to Cherry Festival as well. This is a two playground set provides enough equipment for all age groups to come and enjoy!

The Kimmel Kitchen will be open to provide meals, snacks and beverages throughout the day.

Our bar will be open serving beer, wines and hard ciders as well. You will also be able to do wine and hard cider tastings to figure out your favorites to take home! All of the wines and hard ciders sold in the Apple Barn are made with the fruits that have been hand-picked right here at Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard!

A LIVE band will be here during the Cherry Festival to provide entertainment for our guests.

Costs of U-Pick are as follows:

  • Adults (13 & older): $5
  • Kids (4­–12): $3
  • Kids (3 & under): Free
  • Seniors (62 & older): $3
  • Military (active or retired): $3