School Tours

One of our favorite offerings at Patterson Fruit Farm is welcoming children and families to experience life on the farm. For many kids, this is a rare opportunity to see where their food comes from and to learn how nature and agriculture work together to grow the fruits we all enjoy.

For four generations, Cleveland-area school children have visited our farm to discover the magic of farming—from the science behind growing apples to the simple joy of picking fruit right off the tree.

The Patterson family is proud to share our love for the land and invite you to beautiful Geauga County for an educational and memorable visit. We encourage teachers and educators to explore helpful resources like the US Apple Association and OhioApples.com for classroom materials and fun activities before your trip.

As our own children grow up, they have had the freedom to explore open fields and wooded trails, creating adventures of their own. We’ve recreated some of those same experiences in our Family Fun Fest—a space designed for hands-on fun and learning. This area is open to individual families and school groups alike, with weekday mornings and early afternoons reserved especially for class visits.

We can’t wait to see your students and families out here, learning, laughing, and making unforgettable memories!