Splash of Red Cranberry Tour

Come experience Wisconsin’s cranberry harvest firsthand! Join us for the Splash of Red Cranberry Tour in Pittsville, Wisconsin, hosted by the Pittsville FFA and students from the nation’s only Cranberry Science Class.

This approximately two-hour, all-inclusive tour will take us into the heart of Central Wisconsin cranberry country, where we’ll get an up-close look at how one of Wisconsin’s most iconic crops is grown and harvested. What We'll Experience:

Pittsville FFA members and Cranberry Science students will guide us through the cranberry-growing and harvesting process. Depending on harvest conditions, our tour may include:

• Visiting a working cranberry marsh during harvest

• Seeing new cranberry beds and established producing beds

• Learning how cranberries are grown and harvested

• Watching berries being collected, cleaned, and unloaded

• Learning directly from students who study cranberry science

This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to see agriculture, science, and Wisconsin history come together in a real working environment.

Field Trip Details

Date: September 29

Arrival Time: 9:00 a.m.

Tour Begins: 9:30 a.m.

Meeting Location: Pittsville Administration Building, 8320 Engelman Street Pittsville, WI 54466

Please arrive promptly at 9:00 a.m. This will give everyone time to find parking, use the restroom, gather as a group, and be ready for check-in before our tour begins.

WHO CAN ATTEND: Each Pella Hill student may attend with up to two adults, and siblings of Pella Hill students are also welcome to join us for FREE.

Additional guests who are not Pella Hill students or their siblings are welcome to attend at the following rates:

Guest: $7

Lunch-Picnic at Riverside Park

Following our cranberry tour, we’ll head to Riverside Park along the Yellow River for a picnic together.

Please bring a sack lunch for each person attending, along with anything your family would like for a comfortable picnic.

What to Bring

• Sack lunch

• Water bottle

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Comfortable, sturdy shoes

• Jacket or layers

• Rain gear if rain is in the forecast

The tour takes place rain or shine, so please check the weather and dress accordingly. We will be spending time outdoors at a working cranberry marsh.

Registration

We currently have 40 spots available for this field trip. If we reach capacity and there is enough additional interest, we will look into the possibility of adding another bus. So please reserve your spot ASAP so we can plan accordingly!

Come ready to learn, explore, and experience the beautiful Splash of Red that is Wisconsin cranberry harvest season! Questions: Please contact Nicole Barg with any questions you may have! Email: nbarg@pellahill.org