We've now been to Summers for both a pumpkin and flower festival, and both times there have been a…read moregood time. To start, the farm has an absolutely huge property it sits on with lots of different activities - a barn, a jumping pad, etc. We have had a one and a two year old at these events, and I do think this location is better suited for an older child. There is A LOT of walking in between these activities that is hard for a very little one. The terrain is up and down with paths that have large puddles and dents in the mud, so also not suitable for a stroller or wagon. There's a large dead space between parking and the first bit of activities, which I wish they would do something with personally. Next, the value of the ticket. The ticket prices can be steep, but you can shave some money off with discount codes and buying before you go. Again, I think with an older child and buying a discounted ticket, it is worth it. We did not get pumpkins in the fall, but we did get flowers in the summer and they were absolutely gorgeous. We had a great time picking them and the staff is so friendly. Last wish item I have for this place is food! They really only have drinks and popcorn (at least when we have been there).

No consideraction whatsoever for the farm's neighbors, who were here first…read more ridiculous traffic, smoke from campfires and noise. we have quite a few real farms in Frederick County who do entertainment as a side business, not their only business. patronize Jumbo's or Chuckbone's for lower prices and support farms who care about their community.

I've been here a few times now and my toddler loves it every time. He especially loves the tractor…read moreyou can sit on (if you have a tractor loving kiddo)! This year, they had a great deal on Groupon, which comes with a tractor ride around the farm. There's plenty of animals to look at, from baby pigs, horses, donkeys, turkeys, goats, a camel, dogs, etc. Friendly staff, clean bathrooms (yup, you heard that right), and plenty of places to sit to snack. I've also seen a few families host birthday parties here!

My partner and I had an amazing time at this petting zoo…read more There were horses, goats (like 30!), baby piglets, mama cow and calf that was born just that week, rabbits, llamas, emus, peacocks, turtles, and more! The farmers were knowledgeable and friendly teens/young adults. They were very sweet to the children and ensured that all the kids could pet the baby goat born that week. The best part of our visit was being followed around by Dolly, a goat that roamed the premises, scavenging for leftover corn and dropped treats.

I realized my last review for SMC was 4 years ago, so time for an updated one! We have a two year…read moreold that loves to come here weekly and visit the cows. They have a great playground for little ones and bigger kids a like - although be warned that instead of mulch they have rocks. Some of the toys there are due for an upgrade (looking at you, cozy coupes) but it is free to visit so genuinely I can't complain! They have lots of community and kids events as well. Truly a pillar of fred co! We have a great time every visit!

Delivery service is beyond fixing. I contacted SMC many…read moretimes with complaints about their delivery service and driver. Only to fall on deaf ears, and have even more issues occur. I DO NOT recommend using South Mountain Creamery as a delivery service for family food needs. This is my second review. I deleted the first after being assured by SMC staff that the problems would be resolved. Well, fool me once... The delivery driver, has developed what feels like, a personal issue with my complaints. Because the food items are now either being overstuffed in the cooler or delivery box. Food is becoming thawed due to the lack of attention to detail by the delivery driver. I'm no longer using this company and I would suggest searching for better service providers.

We visited Gaver Farm on a weekday when public schools were closed, and overall, we had a great…read moreexperience! The farm is situated in a beautiful setting, and the entire fall experience was very well organized. There are plenty of activities for kids of all ages, and our children had a fantastic time exploring everything the farm had to offer. Since we visited during the week, three or four attractions were closed, but there was still more than enough to keep everyone entertained. I also tried the Fall Shake-Up drink, which came with a donut, and it was delicious! One area that could use improvement was the pumpkin patch. The pumpkins were already picked rather than growing on the vines, and many were rotting or smashed, which was disappointing. We also noticed a broken board on one of the low wooden jungle gym structures that should be repaired for safety reasons. On a positive note, there were plenty of portable restrooms conveniently located throughout the farm, which is always appreciated when visiting with young children. Overall, Gaver Farm offers a wonderful fall experience for families, with lots of fun activities in a beautiful, well-maintained setting. Despite a few minor issues, we had a great time and would definitely recommend it to families looking for a fun fall outing!

A solid place to bring your kids (or just yourself) if you're looking for more than a standard…read morepumpkin patch. This place has a little bit of it all - pumpkins, food, animals, corn maze, activities, etc. I will say despite the fact that I think it's ridiculous that a two year old is somehow the same price as an adult, I appreciate that unlike at some other farms the entry fee does in fact cover almost all activities. And as a parent of a small child, I definitely love that all the activities are near each other so you can easily move from one thing to another. My toddler was able to experience lots of different fun things on our afternoon there, although I will say beware that on some days enormous field trips will descend on this location. I am docking a star for a number of more picky reasons. To start I think the variety of items in their store is an area for improvement and left me feeling like they were missing the mark when it came to edible items. We bought very expensive pie that was fine but I do not think worth the price. It is also difficult in general to get food at this location due to limited options and very long lines. We ended up leaving to eat elsewhere. Lastly, I do think customer service leaves something to be desired here. I have visited during other parts of the year and do feel like they are more friendly when not in the heat of the fall fanatic season, however, I found it annoying that they absolutely threw a fit that my toddler did not want to wear the wristband for entry despite me offering to wear it on her behalf and at multiple points we were scolded about this. To clarify, this band is only checked one at entry and yes I understand it is to avoid me fraudulently giving the band away, but I easily could have slipped mine off regardless and done that if I so wanted to. Additionally the amount of priority given to the field trip groups over regular customers seemed unbalanced to me. We have visited many other farms that have field trips in attendance and we have always been encouraged to join the hayride if there was additional room, etc. We will definitely be back again next year! Overall I think a lovely farm that I've seen grow over the years to meet the demands of the public in a really positive way.

I had a great experience at this place because there are so many choices of plants and excellent…read moreinformation available. The workers are very happy to help if I have any questions. They are friendly, making it a great place to find assistance for your plants or outdoor needs.

My favorite nursery, such friendly staff and super knowledgeable managers. They always have a wide…read morevariety at really good prices which is why I keep coming back

The winery has great ambiance! You can get flights without reservations. They have bourbon to try…read morefor $10. Their wines are in the Bordeaux style, and they taste like jam. The staff was really welcoming, and they offered really great suggestions during my visit. I would definitely visit here again.

This winery is gorgeous! I went here on a Sunday afternoon one hour before they closed and had the…read morebest customer service from Thomas and Wendy! My friends and I ordered some bottles of wine and we got some of their wine slushies. So good! I can't wait to come back here so I can try more options as we didn't have a lot of time. They also have horses that surround the property. That's a vibe in itself. Will come back! Especially since parking was a breeze too!

The only place to do all of your grocery and household shopping! If you are lucky enough to become…read morea member, you enjoy benefits and know you're part of the greater good that supports our LOCAL food economy and our people. You don't need to be a member to shop here (learn more about co-ops when you visit if you aren't familiar-this model is how a business actually supports its communities) Eat the food from cafe, enjoy prepared foods to go and find bulk and beautiful fundamentals to keep your home stocked. And join if you can!

Love the market and cafe! Beautiful produce. Clean store. Friendly staff. Often have the latest…read morevegan products. Their cafe has delicious sandwiches and wraps. HIGHLY recommend the vegan huevos rancheros wrap and their banh mi with homemade seitan! Great coffee. Esp the lavender oat milk latte.

Great MTO bar. Love creating smoothies. Their breakfast menu is simple but very good.read more

This location does not have a hot bar, only a small salad bar and soup. Also, the seating area…read moredoesn't have a sink to wash hands like the other location, but the still offer teal ad disposable utensils. I think this location is a little bit smaller than the one on 7th Street in Frederick. The selection is still great, lots of organic and vegetarian options, I love the juice selection! Lots of juices with 1 or 2 ingredients. I like getting snacks here for my daughter's lunch because they're not filled with junk. It is definitely more expensive than other grocery stores, but they have so many healthy options.

A friend stopped by here a week before and we had been wanting to get away from the…read morecommercialization of what is Butler's, so a trek is what we took to Glade Link. There isn't a large farm or storefront to greet you, just turn off the main road and drive the road to park and start pickin'. I love that the people are friendly, that they provided buckets (although you can bring your own), and they don't try to price-gauge you for every little thing. We picked some strawberries and sugar snap peas, both smaller than what you would be used to at the grocery stores, but packed with so much delicious flavor! The girls had an absolute blast going through the fields, even trying to squeeze in a taste (we had to hawk-eye watch them). I loved feeling like we were supporting a local business, but also what farms should be and what I grew up with (We didn't have to make a reservation, we didn't have to pay for each person, we just paid for what we picked) It's not a huge operation, but it did the job for us. Thank you Glade Link, we'll be back! *Call them first before going (their voicemail has all the details) *Porta potty

We found Glade link farms this past weekend at the Freshfields farmers market held Saturday…read moremornings near the Frederick fairgrounds. Their bouquets of fresh flowers were what attracted us and as the photos show, the quality is great, the variety delightful. I easily made two full vases from the $20 bouquet. I will make a beeline for their booth at future farmers markets. :-) very pleasant and knowledgeable staff and happy to take credit cards.

I have been horseback riding with Melinda Cohen at Dream Catcher Farm for 15 years. I would…read morerecommend it to anyone looking to learn to ride, as well as those who have ridden for years and want to continue. The farm is about 45 minutes from Chevy Chase/Bethesda, but the drive is very easy - just up 270. It's a quick 15 minutes from the Frederick area. Melinda welcomes students from beginner levels to very advanced. The facilities are top notch and the community is very friendly. Both the horses and the students are happy. There are acres of fields and miles of trails, as well as an indoor arena for rainy days or cooler temperatures. I couldn't ask for a better place to ride or a better place for my horses!!!

Came here for horseback riding lessons for our 6 and 4 year old. Absolutely magical experience for…read morethem. The trainer was great with kids and patient. The grounds are beautiful and there are lots of other animals to see and interact with: chickens, turkeys and two of the happiest resident dogs I've ever met. Thank you for an experience our kids won't soon forget.