Celebrate Fall with the Annual Squash Hunt

Experience the magic of autumn at Bloedel Reserve. Wander the trails surrounded by brilliant fall color as you join our Annual Squash Hunt. Pick up a map and search for decorative squash tucked throughout the gardens.

Young explorers can grab a Passport, a nature-themed rubbings booklet, from the Arrival Garden. With it in hand, kids can stop at squash displays along the way and create rubbings to complete their fall adventure.

Don’t miss the Sheep Sheds! Climb into the hay bales, pose for a fun photo on the tractor, and challenge friends to pumpkin tic-tac-toe or checkers.

Join us for pumpkin painting on Welcome Wednesday October 1 (1–4 PM) and October 4 (10 AM–1 PM). Your masterpiece will be entered in our Pumpkin Contest, entries will be displayed all month long, with voting beginning October 7. The winner receives their choice of six guest admission passes or a complimentary Friends & Family Membership.

All Squash Hunt activities are included with the price of admission. Timed tickets are recommended.

WHERE
Pick up your map and passport in the Gatehouse

WHEN
Oct 1 – Oct 31

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