CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Picking sunflowers in bloom has already begun at Hickory Ridge Farm. It’s just one of the agritourism experiences available to visitors to this farm in South Hampton Roads. Pony rides, a play area to meet with baby goats and other animals, barrel train rides, and hayrides are just a few of the other activities available here.
Hickory Ridge Farm includes about 19 acres, 10 acres of which are tillable.
John and Robin Pierce, owners of the farm, welcome visitors to come pick fresh strawberries from the fields in the spring, sunflowers in the summer, and pumpkins in the fall. Christmas trees are brought in for sale during the holiday season…