RAMONA FRESH FRUITS
U-PICK PERSIMMON HARVEST: PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT,
SAFETY DISCLOSURE & LIABILITY WAIVER
Farm Location: 18131 Traylor Road, Ramona, CA 92065   |   Effective Season: Fall 2026
1. Welcome & General Farm Rules
Welcome to Ramona Fresh Fruits! Our farm is an active working agricultural environment with natural outdoor hazards. By entering the orchard and participating in fruit picking, all visitors agree to abide strictly by the following farm rules:

• Tasting vs. Picnicking: Visitors are welcome to taste fruit while picking; however, picnicking, sitting in groups, or gathering to eat inside the orchard is strictly prohibited.
• Parking Restrictions: Traylor Road is a narrow two-way traffic road. Parking is strictly permitted ONLY on one designated side of Traylor Road. Parking on the farm driveway, on the opposite side of the road, or anywhere that blocks traffic is strictly prohibited.
• Persimmons Only in Designated Areas: Visitors may ONLY pick persimmons in designated U-Pick areas. Do NOT pick any other fruits, crops, or vegetation on the farm property.
• Strictly No Trespassing: Do NOT cross property boundaries or fence lines onto neighboring property. Our neighbors do not permit public picking, and trespassing is strictly prohibited.
• No Restrooms On-Site: There are no public restrooms available on the property. Public urination or defecation on farm grounds is strictly prohibited. Visitors needing facilities should use public restrooms nearby at Ramona Grasslands County Preserve.
• No Tree Climbing: Strictly NO climbing of trees, leaning heavily on branches, or shaking tree limbs.
• Dog on leash:  It is advised not to bring the dogs to the farm for the big crowd. If you do, please put dog on leash and actively care for it at all time. Owners are fully responsible for controlling their pets and cleaning up after them.
• Stay in Designated Areas: Do NOT enter restricted areas, private farm buildings, or marked off-limits zones.
• No Littering: Trash must be placed in designated receptacles. Help us keep our farm clean and natural.
• Zero Tolerance for Theft: All harvested fruit must be weighed and paid for before leaving premises. Stealing, unauthorized removal of produce, or property damage will be immediately reported to law enforcement for arrest and prosecution.
• Child Supervision & Footwear: Children under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. Closed-toe shoes or sturdy boots are strongly recommended.

​2. Assumption of Risk & Safety Notice
Fruit picking involves inherent physical risks. By choosing to participate in U-Pick activities on the property, you acknowledge and assume full responsibility for risks including, but not limited to:

• Ground & Trip Hazards: Irrigation pipes, tubing, wooden sticks, metal bars, stakes, uneven ground, holes, soil erosion, exposed roots, rocks, mud, and slippery conditions.
• Tree & Vegetation Hazards: Broken, dead, or falling tree branches; sharp thorns, needles, spurs, or spikes on tree limbs or surrounding vegetation; low-hanging obstacles; and heavy fruit fall.
• Environmental & Tool Hazards: Exposure to outdoor weather, heat, direct sunlight, insects, bees, local wildlife, sharp harvesting tools/clippers, and potential slips or falls from low steps.

3. Release of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement
By signing the attached acknowledgment sheet, each participant aged 18 or older hereby agrees:
1. Full Responsibility: To assume all risks of injury, illness, property damage, or loss sustained while on the premises of Ramona Fresh Fruits located at 18131 Traylor Road, Ramona, CA 92065.
2. Waiver of Claims: To release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless Ramona Fresh Fruits, its owners, operators, employees, and agents from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, or legal actions arising out of personal injury, bodily injury, or property damage sustained during U-Pick activities.
3. Medical Treatment: To accept full financial responsibility for any medical expenses or care incurred as a result of participating in farm activities.

 
Pricing & Payment Policy (NO REFUNDS)

• 5-Gallon Bucket: $50 per bucket + $10 bucket deposit.
• Payment Method: CASH ONLY PREFERRED. In case guests do not bring enough cash, Venmo or Zelle may be accepted with an additional $2 processing fee per bucket (e.g., $2 fee for 1 bucket, $6 fee for 3 buckets). All sales are final; NO REFUNDS.
• Tool Rental: $5 rental fee per fruit picker tool (Driver's License held as deposit until tool is returned).