WOOT! WOOT! Papa’s Polar Patch Is Open Dec. 26!

That’s right. Papa’s Polar Patch is open Thursday, Dec. 26 from 12-5 pm! The forecast says high 20s or low 30s; it’s going to be an awesome day to dress for winter and get outside and play. Papa and his crew will have the warming house warm; the bonfire stoked; single and triple sleds ready…

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Merry Christmas!

We count ourselves blessed to be able to share such a beautiful piece of Mother Nature with the Bismarck-Mandan community. Thank you for your friendship and for creating your family traditions with us for more than 30 years. May the wonder and joy of Christmas touch you in a special way in 2014…much like you…

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It’s Take Your Breathe Away Weather!

OMGosh! Papa’s horses are sure glad they have heavy winter coats because it’s been more than brisk these last couple of days. It’s Take Your Breathe Away Weather! The good news is that opening day for Papa’s Polar Patch — Thursday, Dec. 26 — looks like it will be in the high teens and it…

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Papa’s Offering Group Rates for Polar Patch!

Does it feel like Christmas is just around the corner to you, too? Papa’s not sure where December has gone but in 11 days, Papa’s Polar Patch will be here! That’s right. We plan to be open from Dec. 26 through Sunday, Jan. 5, noon to 5 pm daily. Admission to Papa’s Polar Patch will…

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WAHOO! Papa’s Gonna Have a Polar Patch!!

Papa said his polar patch was dependent on snow, and we’ve got enough to open Dec. 26 from 12-5 pm! It’s a short season so plan now to join us: Dec. 26 – Jan. 5. We will be open 12-5 pm daily, weather permitting. Between now and then, keep your fingers cross for temperatures to…

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Favorite Photos from 2013 Season

We are grateful to photographer and friend Amy Taborsky who, once again, captured the essence of Papa’s Pumpkin Patch. Discovery. Play. Joy! Take good care, Papa