Ohio Cooperative Living - December 2018 - South Central

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Reindeer are herd animals that have been domesticated and used in many ways — including pulling sleds — for thousands of years. “We always take two reindeer to events, because they don’t do well when separated from their group,” Dan says.

Sporting red or green halters and sleigh bells, Pine Acres reindeer have been holiday attractions at places ranging from Liberty Center mall near Cincinnati to the Kenton Christmas parade to the Christmas Cruise Thru in Hicksville. “I like going to Hicksville,” says Linda, “because we usually have reindeer there for four nights, and the lights are awesome.”

The couple also gets great satisfaction from annually hosting a Christmas open house inside a beautifully decorated Pine Acres barn. In the spirit of the season, the old-fashioned country celebration is free to the community, and Dan and Linda furnish all the refreshments and entertainment. Santa pays a visit, and of course, the reindeer play a starring role. “People tell us it made their Christmas,” Dan says. “Of course, we’re always exhausted by Christmas Day, but we get a lot of enjoyment out of it.”

For more information about Pine Acres Reindeer Farm, search for the Pine Acres Reindeer Farm & Event Center on Facebook or call 740-361-1620.

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