Shatto Milk Company

Shatto Milk Company offers an authentic farm experience where kids can see where their milk really comes from. This working dairy farm features educational tours that walk families through the milk production process, from cows to bottle, and you can purchase their famous fresh milk in glass bottles to take home. It's a hands-on learning adventure that combines agriculture education with delicious dairy treats.

• ✓Educational tours showing the entire milk production process from cow to bottle
• ✓Meeting and seeing the dairy cows up close
• ✓Tasting and purchasing unique flavored milk varieties in nostalgic glass bottles
• ✓Learning about sustainable farming practices and where food comes from
• ✓Farm store with fresh dairy products, ice cream, and local goods

1. 1.Call ahead to confirm tour times and availability, as group tours may be scheduled and individual family visits can vary by season
2. 2.Bring a cooler with ice packs if you plan to purchase milk and other dairy products - they sell amazing flavored milk varieties that you'll want to keep cold on the drive home
3. 3.Visit on weekdays when it's less crowded for a more intimate, educational experience with staff
4. 4.Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get a little dirty - this is a real working farm
5. 5.Don't leave without trying their unique milk flavors like root beer or cookies & cream - they're a huge hit with kids and you can't find them in stores

Weekday mornings between 9-11 AM are ideal for avoiding crowds and seeing the farm at its most active. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather for touring, though the farm is enjoyable year-round.

Tour fees are very affordable (typically under $10 per person), and there's ample free parking on-site. Note that they're closed Sundays, and it's best to call ahead as tour schedules can vary. The farm store accepts cash and cards.

The farm is open year-round Monday-Saturday, but spring calving season (March-May) is especially exciting for kids to see baby calves. Summer can be hot for tours, so morning visits are recommended. Call ahead during major holidays as hours may vary.

Head to nearby Parkville (about 15 minutes away) for family-friendly options like Main Street Café for comfort food or Café des Amis for casual American fare with outdoor seating.