FAQs
1. Are reservations required to visit the Fox Farm?
Yes, advance reservations are required for any visit to the farm. You can call us at 803-351-2462 or email at foxfarmsc@yahoo.com if you are interested in making a reservation. We are open most Saturdays year round. We are closed Sunday-Friday.
2. How far in advance can you make reservations?
We can make reservations for a birthday party up to 3 months in advance. Often space for Family Visits fill up a week or more in advance. If there is still availability the you can make a reservation for a Family Visit a minimum of 24hours in advance. All reservations are made on a first come, first serve basis.
3. What are the costs?
A basic birthday party costs $250. A $50 deposit is required within 3days of booking to hold your reservation. Fox Farm staff will send you an invoice for the deposit when a reservation is made over the phone or through email.
Family visits cost is $7/child. You can pay with cash,check or card at your Family Visit.
4. How many tables are at each picnic shelter?
There are 3 picnic tables to sit at and 2 additional taller tables for serving or gifts. All 5 tables are approximately 6feet long. There are also 10-12 additional chairs at the shelter for extra seating.
5. What animals do you have at the farm?
We have 3 horses that we use for horse rides. Our barnyard animals include goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, sheep, miniature horse, pig, llama, donkey, zebu, pigeons, ducks, peacocks, chickens, turkeys, geese, emu, pheasant and an African Spurred Tortoise (He can only visit during the warmer months.). We provide the feed for the animals that can be fed. (Feed is included in the cost of your party or visit.) Staff will direct you to which animals can be pet and/or fed while visiting.
6. Is there a playground?
Yes, there is a playground that the kids can play on during the horse ride portion of the party. We have 3 horses to ride. While the kids are waiting for their turn to ride, they can play on the playground.
7. What happens if it rains?
We are open rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather. If your party day turns out to be rainy, no worries! We can still do horse rides in light rain (as long as you don't mind getting a little wet). If the rain gets heavy the horses will have to go in the barn to keep the saddles safe but the kids can sit on the horses in the barn for pictures if they want. The hay ride has a cover over it if needed on rainy days. The barnyard animals don't mind the rain. Just bring a rain jacket or umbrella and we can visit them! If you prefer not to party in the rain that is fine also. Just let us know a minimum of 2hours in advance of the start of your party and we can refund your deposit. Deposits are only refunded for inclement weather or family sickness. Unfortunately because our schedule gets booked in advance there is rarely space on the following Saturday to reschedule but we are happy to check our calendar for you if you are interested in rescheduling.
8. Is the birthday party deposit refundable?
The deposit is only refundable in the event of inclement weather or family sickness on the day of your party.
9. What are the requirements for horse rides?
There is no special attire needed to ride. There are no age limits to ride the horses. Small kids can ride single while an adult walks beside him/her or an adult can ride double with a small child (within the weight limit restrictions). Weight limits for Sundance and Mystique are 150 lb and Dazzle's weight limit is 200 lb. The weight restrictions are in place to keep our horses safe.
The horse rides consist of a staff member walking the horse with a lead rope on a slow walk down a short trail and back to the start. Each horse ride takes 4-5minutes.
10. Do you offer horse riding lessons?
No, we do not offer riding lessons.
11. Do you offer any discounts?
No, we do not offer discounts.
12. Do you sell drinks or snacks?
Occassionally during the summer months we have drinks for sale. Otherwise we do not offer food or drink for purchase outside of the weenie roast or s'mores options available as an add-on party option. Weenie Roast and S'mores are not available for Family Visits. Sorry!
13. Can we bring snacks for the animals?
We will provide food to feed the animals at the barnyard during your visit but you are welcome to bring carrots, or apples for the the animals as an extra snack. A staff member can assist you with which animals can eat what foods and the proper way to hold your hand while feeding to avoid being accidentally bitten.
14. Are your animals vetted?
Yes, we have a vet that visits the farm when needed.
15. Do you offer off-site parties?
Our animals are unable to travel off-site.
16. Do you have a refridgerator and freezer if we need it?
Yes, we do. A staff member can assist you with getting anything you need to the refridgerator or freezer.