Reindeer Farm


The Reindeer Farm is one of the original Colony farms and a great place to bring the kids. Here they will be able to pet and feed the reindeer, and are encouraged to think the reindeer are connected to Santa. There are also elk, moose and bison to take photos of, and horseback-riding tours. Rubber boots are provided. There's a small snack shack for munchies on the picnic tables.


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