Decent local spot for some hiking. They have several trails. We have also attended a mushroom…read morefestival here sponsored by the Rhode Island Mycological Society, which was a great event. Staff from the farm were in hand to discuss its history and local mushroom experts led several trail walks where we searched for mushrooms to identify. Very nice spot to be outdoors!

A piece of historic Rhode Island…read more As advertised, the Charles & Margery Borders Farm is an "authentic New England working farm and RI historic treasure". I was lucky enough to spend the afternoon here at their Annual Bargains and Bluegrass Festival. They offered tours of the on-site farmhouse (built in the 1840s) and guided guests on nature trail walks around the property. To top it off, they hosted a yard sale offering many antiques from the property while guests perused the tables to the sounds of a local bluegrass group. First off, the volunteers here with the non-profit organization that took over operation of the farm when Charles Borders passed are just so friendly and helpful. During the guided hike of the property, I learned so much about the history of the farm and my bucolic surroundings. We viewed barns, talked about the community garden, met the cattle, walked over a land bridge that traversed a below-the-road cattle crossing, smelled fresh red cedar wood, learned about mushrooms and farm equipment, rested by a spring-fed pond and played with the Jack Russell terrier puppy that came on the trip. The red and yellow trails were well-marked and a nice stroll on a late summer day. The tour of the farmhouse was a mix of history about Charles and Margery as well as the house itself and antiques that filled it. Charles was born on the property and lived there until his death. One of the people in our tour group was a member of the Borders family (who had not been to the house since they were a child) so I was fortunate enough to hear stories they recollected from that time. A great educational, community area to preserve and introduce others to the workings of a 20th century farm. Their Facebook page offers up-to-date information on events and opportunities to lend a hand.

The poor chickens! They are crammed in these tiny, windowless cages, where they can't do their…read morenatural behaviors, and they spend their whole lives in them! Do NOT buy from these people, who are killing thousands of innocent little chickens every day. And, it breaks RI law, which bans the use of battery cages, and eggs being sold that were laid by chickens in battery cages

Hens are well kept in clean areas, not wandering around picking up bacteria and other germs. They…read moreare well cared for in a nice climate controlled area. Great eggs.

Take a ride out to Western Coventry for one of the best Christmas trees you'll ever have. You can…read morego earlier in October to tag a tree. Bring something to decorate your tree a bit so people will know it's been tagged. It doesn't need to be fancy, we used yarn. You'll need $20 deposit for your tree. The balance of $50 is due when your tree is picked up. When you return for your tree they cut it down for you and wrap it up for easy transport. You don't have to tag a tree, you can just come and get one fresh cut that same day. There are plenty of fields with different varieties and during peak season they also have cocoa as well as some other holiday items. They also offer a small selection of fresh cut trees for $40!! Best deal anywhere!! Come out to Fraser Farm and you won't be disappointed.

My husband and I have been coming here for 36 years. We have always gotten a great Christmas tree I…read morehighly recommend coming here. The price is $70 total with a deposit of $20. It was a great day to tag our tree.

Bob is so knowledgeable regarding herbs and supplement, teas etc. You absolutely cannot get this…read moreknowledge and service at a big box store or "on line". Also sells raw local honey, spices, tinctures etc. Great shop, even better proprieto. Promote local.

What a lovely place! $40 any tree. Farm was dormant for several years, so you wander along logging…read moretrails till you find your favorite tree hidden among the others, and then the farmer cuts it for you. Mranwhile they'remaking hot cocoa for the kids. The farmer also gave us twine and helped us tie the tree on our car. Beautiful healthy tree, wonderful service, and unbelievableprice. Thank you!.​

Greene Christmas Tree Farm is a choose and cut farm. They do not sell trees that were pre-cut and…read moreshipped down from other states and Canada like some of these other tree farms. Some of the tree varieties are Fraser fir, balsam fir, Douglas fir, white spruce, and blue spruce. They sell wreaths and swags too. They'll bale your tree at no extra charge and help load it onto your car. The family that runs the farm is very warm and friendly. 2011 Price $40.00 Choose & Cut ANY tree. The $40.00 includes taxes. You can't beat the price. They don't charge by the foot or tree type like some of those other farms. This is the only place I'll buy my fresh cut Christmas trees from now on. BTW folks, they sell CHRISTMAS trees NOT Holiday trees!