Arrive at Walnut Hollow Ranch located in Hayesville, North Carolina sourrouned by the beautiful Smoky Mountains. The 1-hour educational tour begins at the entrance of the farm store of the main building, led by the ranches owner and care taker Charlie. Experience our 1-hour walking tour of a real live working cattle ranch. Charlie enjoys introducing his ranch and sharing his wealth of knowledge about sustainable, regenerative management of productive pastures, genetics, animal husbandry, environmental and conservation practices. Walnut Hollow Ranch was bestowed the 2014 Regional WNC Conservation Farm Family of the Year award as the ranch manages the pastures with a rotational grazing system, so keep your eyes out for the herd. The educational tour offers the view of the breeding and handling building and will demonstrate how the cows are artificially bred and explain why certain genetics are chosen. The health and growth of the cattle are examined in a safe, humane handling system. There are many photo opportunities, especially seeing the kids with the tractors and equipment around the farm. The group will see different types of feed, material and hay sheds so come experience the sights and smells of the farm while discussing the cattle nutrient requirements and learn what it takes to run a real working cattle ranch.Additional InformationConfirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availabilityNot wheelchair accessibleInclusionsEntrance feesExclusionsFood and drinksDeparture PointWalnut Hollow RanchDeparture Time10:30am, 1:30pm, 3:00pmDuration60 minutesVoucher InfoYou can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Walnut Hollow Ranch in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries p
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