After Thanksgiving, our thoughts turn to Christmas and the most important Christmas tree. The past few years we have visited a nursery/tree farm and purchased a pre-cut tree but in the spirit of my “homemade/unplugged” I must say I was not disappointed. Though the weather wasn’t the best we had a fun time! We sang Christmas carols as we ventured out into the forest and the kids even played hide and seek amongst the trees. We debated and voted over which was the perfect tree, changed our minds at least 10 times much to my husband's dismay, and then, of course, made him do all the work cutting it down.
If you have not gotten your tree yet I suggest that you give it a try at least once!
Christmas Tree Farms Nearby: |
Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm
114 Daum Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726 (732) 786-9277
Barclay's Christmas Tree Farm
35 Orchardside Dr, Cranbury, NJ 08512 (609) 799-1855
Lincroft Christmas Tree Farm
523 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (732) 747-4381
Picea Acres
50 S New Prospect Rd, Jackson Township, NJ 08527 (732) 370-8733
Simonson Farm
120 Cranbury Neck Rd, Cranbury, NJ 08512 (609) 799-0140
Wolgast Christmas Tree Farm
176 Bennetts Ln, Somerset, NJ 08873 (732) 873-3206
To help you out, here is some great advice: |
1) WEAR YOUR SNOW OR RAINBOOTS!
Though it was not snowing or raining the day that we went, it had rained earlier in the week and the ground was extremely muddy. We have gone in years that there was snow on the ground and years that it was sunny and beautiful, but it never fails the ground is always wet and muddy! So wear your boots!
2) WARM CLOTHES.
It may not be cold by your house, but be sure it is going to be colder on the farm.
3) DON’T BE FOOLED BY SIZE.
The trees always look smaller in the field than they really are. Measure the space you have for your tree at home and take a measuring tape with you. Most tree farms have a measuring stick they can give you to take on your trek!
4) BRING PROPER EQUIPMENT.
Most tree farms have hand saws and twine but if you are planning on cutting down a larger tree a chainsaw might be a good thing to bring with it. Also, bungee cords to tie the tree down for the ride home are a good idea!
5) IT WILL TAKE LONGER THAN YOU THINK.
Plan on spending at least two hours at the farm. First, you have to find the perfect tree (this is always the longest part of our family), then cut it down and drag it back. Next, you need to get it drilled, shaken and wrapped, paid for, and tied to the car. There is usually a stand for hot chocolate and goodies and many farms even have activities for the kids. If you are smart, plan on making the tree getting and trimming a day-long event so no one is disappointed!
If you haven’t gone to get your tree yet, and are considering cutting your own down, I think these tips will help you. It is truly a wonderful time and a great family experience!
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