Got Corn? Bears, Raccoons, and Country Roadside Humor

Not only does this farm sell fantastic corn—they’ve also got a sense of humor that’s worth the drive all by itself. You can tell before you even pull into the driveway that these folks know how to make people smile. Their series of roadside signs are straight out of the Burma-Shave era, and honestly, they might be my favorite part of the trip.

It starts innocently enough: Got Corn? A simple question, sure—but it’s followed by another sign that says 50,000 Raccoons Can’t Be Wrong. And just when you’re chuckling and thinking they’re done, up pops the next one: Shop Early—Beat the Bears. By the time you roll past the last sign, you’re already grinning and planning to pull in for a dozen ears of sweet corn, because clearly anyone with that kind of humor deserves your business.

I don’t know about you, but I miss the days when roadside signs made driving an adventure. Remember when every stretch of highway had a bit of personality? Nowadays it’s all billboards for insurance companies, lawyers claiming to get you a big settlement, and fast food chains. But this farm? They’ve brought back that old-fashioned charm—the kind that makes you slow down, laugh out loud, and remember there’s still creativity left in the world.

And their corn? Absolutely worth stopping for. Fresh, sweet, and so tender you could eat it right off the cob in the parking lot (not that I’d ever do such a thing… until next time anyway). The farm stand itself is a delight—self serve off a flatbed trailer, a rustic setup, and that unmistakable smell of sun-warmed produce that lets you know summer’s still hanging on.

So if you’re out for a country drive and see those signs, do yourself a favor and stop. Grab some corn, share a laugh, and appreciate the rare mix of good humor and good farming. Around here, it’s proof that laughter and sweet corn make the perfect combo meal.

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