Unlock the Secret Raccoon Shop in Stardew Valley: A Guide to Completing the Giant Stump Quests

## Unlocking the Secret Raccoon Shop in Stardew Valley: A Guide to the Giant Stump Quests

Stardew Valley is overflowing with quests, each offering unique rewards and experiences. But did you know there’s a secret shop tucked away, run by a family of Raccoons, and accessible only through completing a series of challenges? That’s right, the Giant Stump quests, introduced in the 1.6 update, offer a chance to unlock exclusive items and a unique trading experience.

Even seasoned farmers might miss these quests, but don’t worry! We’re here to guide you through the process of unlocking and completing the Giant Stump and Raccoon quests.

### Starting Your Journey: Unlocking the Giant Stump Quests

The Giant Stump quests begin with a random event, so you’ll need to set the stage by completing a few prerequisites:

1.

Unlock the Greenhouse:

This is the first step. You’ll need to have the greenhouse unlocked by completing the Pantry bundle at the Community Center. This ensures that the initial event can trigger.
2.

Wait for the Windstorm:

Keep an eye out for a random night when the game announces a huge windstorm hit Pelican Town. This is your signal that the Giant Stump event is about to occur.
3.

Head to Cindersnap Forest:

After the windstorm, venture south to Marnie’s Ranch in Cindersnap Forest and head left. Look for a large tree stump with a question mark above it – that’s your Giant Stump!
4.

Donate Hardwood:

To repair the Giant Stump, you’ll need to donate 100 Hardwood. These can be harvested from Mahogany Trees, which are plentiful in the Secret Woods just west of Cindersnap Forest.

### The Raccoon Family Quests: Eight Steps to Exclusive Rewards

Once the Giant Stump is repaired (which only takes a single day), a friendly Raccoon will appear. This marks the start of your eight-part quest line, each with its own unique request and reward.

Here’s a breakdown of each request and its corresponding reward:

1.

Request One:

Deliver five of any Crab Pot fish (Mussel, Clam, Periwinkle, Cockle, Crayfish, Snail, Oyster) and one random Smoked Fish (depending on the season).

Reward:

25 Carrot, Summer Squash, Broccoli, or Powdermelon seeds, depending on the season.
2.

Request Two:

Bring one random Dried Fruit and one random Jelly (both dependent on the season).

Reward:

The Raccoon Journal, which boosts the chance of mixed seeds when harvesting weeds with a Scythe.
3.

Request Three:

Present one random Dried Mushroom and five Cave Carrots, White Algae, or any eggs.

Reward:

A stylish Raccoon Hat.
4.

Request Four:

Deliver one random Pickle and one random Juice (both dependent on the season).

Reward:

Five Fairy Dusts, which can be used on your equipment (like furnaces and kegs) to instantly complete their creations.
5.

Request Five:

Provide two of any of these random items: 20 Bat Wings, 20 Bug Meat, four Coral, one Diamond, five Frozen Geodes, eight Geodes, three Ghostfish, three Magma Geodes, 10 Moss, one Rusty Spoon, two Sea Urchin, 99 Slime, three Topaz, or five Trash.

Reward:

A Jungle Tank, a decorative furniture item for your home.
6.

Requests Six, Seven, and Eight:

These requests are random and will repeat any of the first five requests. Your rewards for completing these requests will be either seven Fairy Dusts, one Book of Stars (grants experience in all skills), or one Stardrop Tea.

### The Raccoon Wife’s Shop: Trade Your Way to Uniqueness

After completing all eight requests, the friendly Raccoons will finally open their shop, accessible at the Giant Stump. Unlike other stores in Stardew Valley, this shop operates on a trading system. No gold needed, just the right ingredients! Here’s a list of the items available for trade:

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Raccoon Journal:

Costs 999 Fiber
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Mahogany Seed:

Costs 20 Coal
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Raccoon Hat:

Costs 10 Mixed Seeds
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Carrot Seeds:

Costs one Maple Seed
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Summer Squash Seeds:

Costs 15 Sap
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Broccoli Seeds:

Costs five Moss
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Powdermelon Seeds:

Costs two Pine Cones
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Mixed Seeds:

Costs one Cave Carrot
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Fairy Dust:

Costs one Mystic Syrup
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Jungle Tank:

Costs five Broken Glasses
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Golden Mystery Box:

Costs three Mystery Boxes
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Magic Rock Candy:

Costs 20 Golden Mystery Boxes

The Giant Stump Raccoon quests offer a unique and rewarding side adventure in Stardew Valley. By completing these quests, you gain access to exclusive items, valuable seeds, and a charming trading experience. So next time you’re exploring the world of Stardew Valley, don’t forget to check out this hidden gem! It might just be the key to unlocking some of the game’s most unique and useful rewards.