Ohioa-MAIZE-ing FAMILY FARM

Liberty Township, Ohio – August 29, 2007 – The American farm is fast becoming more fable than reality much like mom’s apple pie. But not if the Niederman family has anything to do with it!

Niederman Family Farm has been opening new pastures for Americans of all ages for many years. And from September 14 through November 3, 2007 they are harvesting a mix of agriculture and Ohio history to go with their many other entertaining educational programs and activities.

It’s time for the Harvest Moon Maze and Fall Festival featuring a 22-acre corn maze. But it’s not just any corn maze. It’s living history.

In years past, the Niederman’s have provided purpose to those venturing into the miles of paths carved into the corn field. Along the way are stations that offer trivia. Find all the stations, answer all the trivia, and possibly win a special prize.

“The expectations grow with each passing year,” Said Bethann Niederman. “What’s the design, what’s the theme? We feel pressure to out-do ourselves. And this year, I think we have!”

The Niederman’s are going barnyard for 2007. The corn maze takes the shape of a barn with a turkey, cow, chickens and ducks. But there’s more to the giant maze than first meets the eye. It’s like a magical history tour revealing interesting factoids about the historic farm and fascinating Ohio history that is linked to the region. Forty questions will take people on a journey that explains what people had to do to settle these lands back in the 1790s and 1800s. The farm was originally home to the Gregory family. The Gregorys were personal friends with General “Mad” Anthony Wayne when Southwest Ohio was the gateway to the Northwest Territory. Learn what it was like to be a part of this history. You may be rewarded for it.

The 265-acre Niederman Family Farm buzzes with activity every Fall. People will drive long distances for the quality corn maze and festivities that have set Niederman Family Farm apart from others. This operational farm is vast in size and fall fun opportunities. One of the favorite pastimes is a long hayride on a lazy autumn afternoon. Halfway is a stop at the pumpkin patch. Last spring, school groups planted pumpkin seeds in the pumpkin patch. Now it’s time to harvest those pumpkins. Pick your own and carve it up. Who knows, it may be the one you planted. Oh, and there are plenty of barnyard animals to entertain children of all ages. In the evening, gather around a bon fire pit and cozy up with family and friends for stories, a weenie roast and s’mores. You can even take home fresh kettle-corn, cotton candy, caramel apples and plenty other fall treats.

 “Our nostalgic look at the American farm is slow-paced and relaxing fun times for family to really connect,” said Bethann Niederman. “And it’s not just for kids. Family reunions, group retreats and corporate team building exercises are often held here as well. We have very unique accommodations that include a restored 1890s barn with modern amenities or a bon-fire pit area to host groups up to 300 people.”

“One of the major attractions is paintball,” said Bob Niederman. “We have four courses and provide everything you need for a blast with co-workers, friends or perfect strangers.”

If one day isn’t long enough to take in the relaxing sights and sounds of farm life, stay a night at the Gregory Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast located at the farm.

Niederman Family Farm caters to school groups providing entertaining educational tours, family reunions and corporate outings. The farm is conveniently located near I-75 between Cincinnati and Dayton at 5110 LeSourdesville-West Chester Road in Liberty Township, Ohio. Call 513-779-6184 or visit www.ohiotraveler.com/niederman_family_farm.htm for more information.