Fall is a prime time to ride along on a Bluffscape Amish tour. The leaves are just starting to change color. I recently heard on the news that the fall foliage will be the most vibrant we have seen in years. I can’t wait! Fall is my favorite season, but sometimes I wish summer could […]
Winter seems to be hanging on a bit longer this year than last year. Before the rain/snow this past week, a few Amish were able to get their team of horses and farm equipment ready for spring field work. While driving along on our tours, we were fortunate to see a few Amish cultivating the
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The off-season is coming to a close and I will be starting my fourth Amish Tour season with Bluffscape Amish Tours. One would think that Minnesota winters drag on, but my winter has quickly disappeared. Now I’m looking forward to getting the van and bus ready to drive our guests around the Amish countryside again.
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I really had fun giving a tour on Saturday with three ladies–two sisters and their mom. While Minneapolis and other parts of Minnesota were experiencing a snow storm, we had a little rain to contend with, but not enough to dampen our spirits to enjoy the Amish tour. While on the tour we found out
It is hard to believe that our Amish Tours are winding down for the season. We have now transitioned to just Saturdays in November. If there is a group of more than four that would like a special tour during the week, I would be glad to take you on a tour (weather permitting). I
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We are so excited to be driving our new Bluffscape Amish Tour bus! It is very comfortable and the seats are around the perimeter of the bus. The bus seats 14 and there is room for storing a few items. Our new bus provides easy access for those who have trouble getting in and out
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Amish quilts, wall hangings, and table runners are available for purchase at some of the Amish farms on our tours. The Amish ladies use treadle sewing machines to piece their quilts and then hand-stitch the tops. Many hours of labor are spent on the pieces of art!
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People love the Amish-made baskets found at various stops on our tours. Baskets come in all shapes and sizes and have multiple uses.
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Another summer is soon coming to a close and once again, I haven’t had a chance to write on my blog. Amish tours have been keeping us busy everyday in August. I did get a chance to sneak away on vacation with the family. Thanks to Eric and Vern for their guiding expertise while we
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I’m always amazed at the positive attitudes my Amish friends have when visiting with them. We were talking about the weather (The weather always comes up in conversations in Minnesota!) We have been experiencing the dog days of summer this past week and Mary was planning to can cherries and blueberry jam today. I asked
