Published October 23, 2013 by Scott Parker
If you have been following along since the beginning, you know that I have a “Plunge List“. This list is similar to a Bucket list, however my Plunge List is a Must Do List specific to the great state of Florida. One of the items on my list was to visit Long & Scott’s Farm.
Located just 30 miles Northwest of Orlando, I’m happy to say that my family and I made the quick trip over to Mt Dora to pay them a visit.
Childhood friends, Billy Long and Frank Scott, Jr., established this working farm in 1963 and are happy to be celebrating 50 years in farming this year. Long & Scott Farms is best known for it’s Zellwood Sweet Corn, pickling cucumbers and both red and green cabbage.
We arrived on a warm Saturday morning and could not wait to find our way through Scott’s Corn Maze. This year marked the 10th year of Scott’s Corn Maze and I have to say, it was HUGE! Each year marks a new theme and this year the theme is “Fighting Hunger, Feeding Hope”. This 6 acre trails of confusion through corn stalks is cut into the shapes of vegetables and the logo of it’s partner, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. I don’t know who had more fun choosing which direction to go, the kids or Kristi and I.
After spending about 40 minutes in the various mazes (we could have stayed longer), we made our way over the fantastic playground and very large bounce pillow. We had seen our fair shares of bounce houses in Texas, but we had never seen a bounce pillow. Our kids had so much fun jumping, flipping and bouncing. While the kids released energy on the bounce pillow and playground, Kristi and I took advantage of the many shaded picnic tables. It was so relaxing to just sit out there in the country and watch the all of the kids running around.
You would think that a 6 acre corn maze, play ground and bounce pillow would be enough. No, there was more. Long and Scott Farm also offered a small zip line for kids weighing less than 100 pounds. There was also free fishing and the fish were biting which is always fun for everyone. Another fun activity is enjoying the covered hayride on the Sweet Corn Express. It really is a great way to see the farm!
Remember earlier I mentioned the Zellwood Sweet Corn? Well on the way out, it’s a must to stop in at Scott’s Country Market. This is your opportunity to purchase fresh produce right from the farm it grew on. I knew what sweet corn was, but being new to Florida I had not heard of Zellwood Sweet Corn. When I told them this, they insisted that I try an ear…RAW! I was hesitant, but I did it. Let me tell you, this raw ear of corn was better than any cooked ear of corn I had ever tasted. There was not a single kernel of corn left on that ear when we finished it. If you visit Long & Scotts Farm for nothing else than the corn, it’s work the trip!
We had a great time and I can’t wait to take the kids back on November 29th when Santa arrives and they have Christmas trees for sale!
THINGS TO KNOW: Scott’s Maze Adenture is located at 26216 County Road 448A, Mt. Dora, FL 32757 This years event will run through December 15th. Hours of Operations: Saturday/Sunday 9:00a-5:00p (last admission sold at 3:00p) In addition, they will be OPEN to the General Public on the following dates: Wednesday, November 27th 10a-5p Friday, November 29th 10a-5p
Disclaimer: I received complimentary tickets for this activity in exchange for my time and efforts in creating this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.