ST. FRANCIS - Ellen and Darrell Dalton started growing a few acres of pumpkins almost 20 years ago on their 120-acre farm near Piggott in the state's northeast corner.
The venture soon evolved and took on the name Pumpkin Hollow, now in its 15th year of operation.
School groups and families can pick pumpkins, take hayrides and participate in pig scrambles at the Dalton's farm. Cornfield mazes, forest walks, pony rides, a petting zoo and special "haunted" attractions also are available. This year's admission prices range from a basic $6 tour to as much as $20 for combination tickets.
"Many farms get bigger to survive. We got different," Ellen Dalton said, explaining why the couple decided to invite people to visit their farm during about five weeks each fall.
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