Seth and his family, who run a working farm, were the most gracious hosts for this spot. The…read morelanding for my RV, access to water and electricity, and passage in and out were straightforward. While I spent time commuting to D.C. for business by car and train during the day, upon my return, I was able to enjoy field-view sunsets and quiet nights. The price was reasonable for what was offered and the location enables easy shopping at a few top grocery stores and major hardware stores. The only caveat here is that the public roads approaching the farm have some distinct blind spots, so be careful driving and honk your horn on tight turns. The driveway needs some deep worn areas filled in with stone to make it more level, but otherwise it is very accessible. Also, with so many peaceful and adorable chickens walking about, I couldn't help but smile high. Be sure to get your fill of peace and beauty here!

While driving to Canada we decided to make an overnight stop at Redemption Springs Farm in…read moreFinksburg, MD and, boy, are we glad we did. Nestled in a peaceful setting, the farm is run by an eighth generation farmer, Seth, and his wife. Committed to sustainable and regenerative farming methods, you won't find any better tasting meats or vegetables around. If you live in the area or find yourself nearby we highly recommend stopping by and stocking up. You won't regret it.

I really want to like this place and I may end up upgrading this review - see below. I drove there…read morefrom Hunt Valley this morning as my usual butcher isn't open on Sunday. Plus Wegmans doesn't have an actual butcher. I was hunting for a top sirloin roast to prepare in the sous vide. This is a nice gourmet store on the grounds of a local farm that sells beef direct to the public. Their beef is apparently pasture raised and they seem committed to natural methods, no antibiotics, etc. I didn't see any mention of certification of organic practices though. The prices in general seem pretty high but maybe I'm a bit of an old fart in regard to prices. The goods were gourmet shop level. A small jar of gravy for example was $12 and a single brownie was $10.00 I was greeted by a nice kid who was helpful but didn't know the difference between a tip sirloin and a top sirloin. Not surprising. He quickly brought over the owner. She seemed pleasant but a bit rushed and wanting to sell me. I asked if they could cut a Top Sirloin Roast for me. They produce their own beef, butcher it, and sell it in their shop. I asked if the roast could include the cap (picanha) piece. That is a standard way of selling a top roast. The owner said they couldn't sell it that way but she could sell me the coulotte steak. This is the same cut as the Picanha or cap just by a different name. I find this odd. If you sell the sirloin steaks and the cap why not just not cut them and sell the whole thing. Or sell me the steaks uncut without the cap. I'd be happy to order it and come back a few days later. The owner was happy to tell me a story about how much I would like the coulotte and how it was a steal at the price. The problem with a cap steak bought separately from the top roast is that 35% of the cap steak is fat. That pushes the average per pound price of the meat up by 50%. Not a great value but I understand why they'd rather sell it that way. The fat cap is helpful in the cooking process (when roasted) but is usually factored into the total price of the roast. I'm the customer, they are a self producing butcher shop. The reason for me to make the effort to drive to them would be flexibility based on their inherent assets and skill set. Certainly they don't have a price advantage seemingly to me. So I bought the 2-3 pound coulotte steak. If the meat has a superior taste, I'll upgrade this review. But if the price is average, the meat is average, and the flexibility of the product are just average then I'll leave an average score. More importantly, I really want to like this place and I really do want to see their model work. I buy $300+ dollars of beef per month and also other meats. I want to find the butcher that will work with me when I have a creative urge. I'm happy to drive past other sellers (Wegmans, John Brown, Amish market) in hunt Valley and spend at least 2 hours of my time but they need to give me reason. Scott Rifkin, MD

This store is just what our neighborhood needed! I was truly able to make it a one stop shop for my…read moreweekend shopping. I grilled their flank steak (which they raise right down the street on the farm), grabbed some veggies, a few side dishes, and brownies all in one place. Can't beat it! Oh and I was able to get a hot lunch of pulled pork from their on site chef which really made the place feel like community.

We visit this farm during rainy weekdays, no fall or pumpkin activities are offered. The corn maze…read moreis open for $2, but we didn't try due to rain. The farmer market is open, they have fresh fruits and veggies, most people come to shop for these. We also observed something interesting here, different colors and shape pumpkins and gourds! They are all beautiful! They have a small corn pit to distract small kids, must be supervised. The entire store is an art exhibit of fall, very unique! #buppertsfarm #carrolcountymd #fallfestivals #marylandfarms #dmv #dmvfarms#dmvplaygrounds #hocomom #momsofinstagram #marylandactivities #outdooractivities #exploremd #exploredmv #enjoyexploring #maryland #marylandplaygrounds #visitmaryland #visitmd #igmd #mdphotography #maryland #marylandphotography #theprettycities #wonderful_places #livelittlethings #inspiremyinstagram #preservefootprints #shotoniphone13promax

Wonderful produce and plants, friendly staff and they let you feed their goats with corn husksread more

Americans tend to eat turkey only on big holidays. Which is a bummer; it's a great protein choice…read morewhether it's roasted, grilled, smoked, ground, or made into broth. The better the bird the better the end result - and Hillside Turkey Farms has the best fresh birds around. I've been coming to Hillside since my dentist (a local who worked there as a kid, many, many years ago) recommended them. My Thanksgiving tradition involves picking up a fresh bird a few days before The Big Day after standing in line in the cold/rain/snow waiting to get in the store. Besides turkey (whole, breasts, parts; raw and smoked; sausage and broth and other finished products) they also offer chicken, duck, pork and beef. You can find cheaper (frozen) birds at big box groceries, but you will never find a better bird. Hillside has limited hours so check out their website before making the trek from wherever you are. Trust me, it'll be worth it!

Hillside Turkey Farms opened in 1939 and is family-owned and -operated. It is a processor,…read morewholesaler, and retailer of fresh turkey and poultry, and it consists of a farm, plant, and retail store. Their menu of foods is large: many types of turkey, chicken, duck, pork, beef, venison, bison, elk, cheeses, eggs, prepared foods (e.g., meatloaf and cornbread), and more. From Hillside Turkey Farms, I purchased a turkey pot pie for several dollars. Its serving size was enough for one person. I ate it at home, and it tasted very good. Pickup, home delivery, and shipping are available.

We came here in the fall for a fall festival that was totally free and dog friendly and made a note…read moreto came back for the market. Being here on a warm day is fun. They have multiple playgrounds and animal coops/cages to visit. On cooler days, their small market is the way to go. Today on Facebook I saw they had a $25 CSA box that came with huge carrots, oranges, butter lettuce, mushroom carton, apples and a chicken pot pie! I thought it was a great deal. The CSA is available from Friday-Sunday and you pay first and then collect the produce outside in your own bag/box. The market also had some baked items, frozen meats and jarred goods available. I highly recommend the farm animal cupcakes with the cutest faces and the creamiest frosting!

I absolutely enjoyed attending the first Maryland Tulip Festival! This is a gorgeous farm and there…read moreso many rows of tulips to pick! My family and I purchased our tickets in advance and we saved $3 vs. purchasing at the door. Check-in was a long line but it was moving rather well. Once in, you are given instructions on how to pick the tulips. Your ticket includes 6 tulips and then each additional stem $1 and each additional bulb is $1. The weather was AMAZING and there were so many cute photo ops in the field. This is a very family friendly place, including infants and babies! After we picked our tulips, we sat around to take in the view. When we were ready to check out, there were stations to trim the ends and take the tulips in a water cup. The property this weekend had music, cidery, farm animals, and other cute fun barn games for kids. I highly recommend you to check out the farm!

No frills local butcher. Smoked pork chops were outstanding. Has a wide selection of products. Will…read moredefinitely return

Under new management and doing great. Friendly helpful gives great recommendations for cuts to…read morethose who are unfamiliar to how livestock is processed. Mike tries hard to satisfy all the customers.

We always stop by Scenic View Orchard in Sabillasville, when visiting Deer Run Farm in Emmitsburg…read more SVO has the best produce and flower arrangements. Their peaches are wonderful and they are the only seller of Nittany apples in the DMV, which is the BEST tasting apple on the market. Their pumpkin and gourd offerings in the fall are exceptional and everything is priced so well. Delicious cider!

Maybe it's too early, but about 90% of what was there yesterday was canned and packaged by the same…read morecompanies I can get at Wei's or Food Lion. Il'll give it another try later in the season when they might have more local foods.

It has not even been one year since my last review of Wagner's Meat in Mt. Airy. But Greek Easter…read morecomes when it comes so I made the trek out there to get my Easter lamb! I would never think of getting lamb anywhere else. I called up over a week ago, spoke with Roland, and ordered a nice young lamb's leg for my Easter feast. Roland made it happen! And Josh confirmed that Roland had made it happen when I called before I drove the hour and a half up there to pick up that leg of lamb! Truly, everyone I have ever talked to at Wagner's is so down to earth and friendly. When I walked in yesterday, the cashier engaged me in a polite and friendly conversation about the weather and how lucky I was that the store was not too crowded right then. That never happens in any food store in Washington DC! In an age where simply finding a butcher is difficult, it is a true joy to have Wagner's in my life. In addition to a beautiful leg of lamb, I got 2 pounds of deep red ground beef, some killer looking short ribs, a healthy order of center cut pork chops and some of the best frozen veggies I could ever hope for. How do I know those frozen veggies are great? Because I have gotten them before and the flavor is like sunshine on my tongue!!! Just like fresh picked with no additives or preservatives! Wagner's is the real deal. I wish I lived closer to this store but my doctor who watches my cholesterol like a hawk is probably glad I don't. Could I find meat as high quality and fresh as I get at Wagner's? I seriously doubt it. But the selection, pricing, ability to special order and shopping experience cannot be found for love or money in and around the DC area. I highly recommend Wagner's Meats!!!

Wagner's is exactly what a hometown butcher shop should be! I love that they offer a truly…read morepersonalized, local experience and can custom-cut hard-to-source pieces that you can't find anywhere else. They didn't blink an eye when I asked for something unique, they happily cut two Thor's Hammer beef shanks for me on the spot. The shop itself was charmingly decorated with local Americana for the 4th, and the lady at the register was so fun to talk to! The quality of their fresh, local meat is outstanding and the team really knows their stuff. Highly recommend supporting this gem!