Choose and Cut Christmas Trees - Family Fun on a Family Farm!
What could be a better way to kick off the Christmas holiday season than loading up the family and taking a day trip to an area Christmas tree farm? Situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwest North Carolina, near the little town of Sparta, there are many Christmas tree farmers that open their fields to the families every year.
A typical visit to a tree farm usually includes free hay rides to the fields, marshmallow roasting at the fire pit, and hot chocolate. But by far, the greatest fun can be an unexpected snow! It really can happen. Last year on our tree farm, Reeves Ridge Christmas Trees, we had a beautiful snowfall on the first Saturday in December. Our guests loved it!
The beautiful Fraser fir trees are the main reason families make the trip to Sparta tree farms each year. They are the classic, fragrant, perfectly shaped Christmas tree. Only the Fraser fir is widely known for it's superior needle retention. These firs are native to the North Carolina mountains and will last thoughout the holidays if watered regularly and kept away from direct sources of heat.
If you plan to visit a choose and cut farm, please plan ahead for an outdoor experience. Even in late November the temps have cooled down and brisk winds can be chilling. Dress in layers, wear appropriate footwear, and bring gloves or mittens. You will be trekking in a tree field on a farm. There will be rocks, uneven terrain, and there are hills and valleys.
After you have taken in the spectacular views and selected your tree, the staff at the farm will assist you with cutting the tree, or you may use a hand saw and cut it yourself! After selection and cutting, your tree will be taken to the baling area and then loaded on or into your vehicle.
A Christmas tree farmer's greatest gift is the satisfaction he gets knowing that others will be gathered around a perfect tree in their own home, enjoying the Christmas seasons' festivities and celebrations.
Start your new family tradition this year and visit a real Choose and Cut Christmas tree farm in your area for a real tree experience! The friendly folks at Reeves Ridge Christmas tree farm in Sparta, NC welcome your visit this year.
A typical visit to a tree farm usually includes free hay rides to the fields, marshmallow roasting at the fire pit, and hot chocolate. But by far, the greatest fun can be an unexpected snow! It really can happen. Last year on our tree farm, Reeves Ridge Christmas Trees, we had a beautiful snowfall on the first Saturday in December. Our guests loved it!
The beautiful Fraser fir trees are the main reason families make the trip to Sparta tree farms each year. They are the classic, fragrant, perfectly shaped Christmas tree. Only the Fraser fir is widely known for it's superior needle retention. These firs are native to the North Carolina mountains and will last thoughout the holidays if watered regularly and kept away from direct sources of heat.
If you plan to visit a choose and cut farm, please plan ahead for an outdoor experience. Even in late November the temps have cooled down and brisk winds can be chilling. Dress in layers, wear appropriate footwear, and bring gloves or mittens. You will be trekking in a tree field on a farm. There will be rocks, uneven terrain, and there are hills and valleys.
After you have taken in the spectacular views and selected your tree, the staff at the farm will assist you with cutting the tree, or you may use a hand saw and cut it yourself! After selection and cutting, your tree will be taken to the baling area and then loaded on or into your vehicle.
A Christmas tree farmer's greatest gift is the satisfaction he gets knowing that others will be gathered around a perfect tree in their own home, enjoying the Christmas seasons' festivities and celebrations.
Start your new family tradition this year and visit a real Choose and Cut Christmas tree farm in your area for a real tree experience! The friendly folks at Reeves Ridge Christmas tree farm in Sparta, NC welcome your visit this year.
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