Until two weeks ago, the only berries I had ever picked were from blackberry bushes gone wild in…read morethe Arboretum or by the side of the road. I grew up in a place where berries didn't grow wild, but things like avocados and oranges were in abundance. Now that I have discovered this pick-your-own berries and subscription farm, though, all of this has changed. Today was my second visit to the delightfully lush Lazy River Farm down south, in Kent. Lazy River Farm is right now teeming with raspberries and blueberries that you can pick for $1.50 per pound. This is about one-fourth the price I pay for frozen berries at Whole Foods. But please don't make me calculate the cost of my gas in this equation since I am so happy thinking about how I am fiscally savvy to be picking my own. Plus, it's really, really fun! Visit Lazy River Farm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 9-5. And be sure to follow all the instructions on the posted signs because these farmers are serious about their wonderful berries.

We had an awesome time! So many beautiful ripe berries ready for picking. It's $3.25 a pound. "Eat…read moreas much as you want" they urge you several times. There are many shady areas to pick from and a nice cool shady area in front of their little inside store for the pickers that need a break. I brought the toddler nephews who weren't much help picking. But the staff treated them like they were their own family. The kids played and I picked. It was a nice afternoon activity with a built in fresh snack. The grounds were gorgeous and extremely well maintained. Gorgeous flowers everywhere. Bonus: The owners never use pesticides on the berries. The Buckets are sanitized after each use and the staff show you the best picking areas when you arrive. We will definitely be back.

This family run farm has been letting people pick their berries for 68 years. They are kind and…read morewelcoming! Since their bushes are older, the varieties are considered classic. You are escorted and assigned a row based on what is ripe and ready, so we only got to try one kind. Our row was bursting with jerseys which are aweet and mild. I prefer the fend-for-yourself places where I find the variety I like most, and pick those. Sampling multiple kinds is part of the fun. But, being an organized person, I totally understand why they do it this way. It's set in the beautiful Green Valley, and rhe old barn is a treasure. They have family antiques (to see) mixed with Polish pottery to buy. Naturally, it's all blueberry themed. Bring containers to take your berries home. They don't provide boxes. But they have plenty of clean buckets to use there. They encourage eating as you pick! 2022 price- $3/ pound. They have tables, chairs, and shade to linger and eat.

We came on Saturday 6/7 after seeing a post about this farm opening for U-pick starting on 6/5. At…read morefirst we were directed to pick in a field that was obviously picked through as we barely found any ripe strawberries. As we were leaving, they opened up a new field that yielded much more and larger strawberries that are ripe and sweet. The U-pick was $4.5/pound, which is quite expensive imo. They also sell cherries and freshly made biscuits. One major downside is the parking lot gets super dusty with cars coming in and out. And it's almost unavoidable.

The Kent location is just down the street from my parents' house. My mom and I have picked here…read moreseveral years in a row now. They always communicate well via their Facebook page and the berries are always juicy, sweet, and well sized. Definitely recommend!

This was a really amazing experience. My partner and I…read moreenjoyed our time, despite the heat. They were very helpful with instructions and during checkout. The price was good too, you'd be surprised how much a 5lb of blueberry are, we actually didn't make the quota because it was just too much for the 2 of us, it'll take over 4hr or more. (We were also picking the good ones.) Just wishing they'd open the other part of the field because when we went there, there was just too many small ones. Overall will definitely come back!

We went for the first time after living here for over 10 years....what a gem! Everyone was so…read morefriendly and helpful. We picked until our hearts were content! Lots of ripe berries and loaded bushes to pick from. Such a fun and memorable family outing!

The corn and vegetables from the bins outside the old produce/grocery store were great (in-season)…read more Too bad the grocery/produce stand and store are not still a thing

Cute pumpkin patch with some general goods! Also dog friendly!!! Can't wait to come back! Didn't…read morecharge for admission but does charge for the maze, which was a nice.

We came mid-August on a rainy day when I saw an IG post about this place and thought it would be…read morefun for my Mom and the pups to get out. It was. Mom put a bowl in a bag so she could go hands free as she picked the berries. Unfortunately we were too early, as there were some berries that were ripe, but they were all very small, maybe the size of peas. We made note and plan to come back at the end of August to let things ripen a bit. Mom only got a handful of berries, but we'll probably put them in a smoothie or on a parfait.

This place is awesome, full stop…read more What was once a private u-pick farm is now open to the community where you can come get your blueberry on free of charge! Boasting 5 different varieties of blueberry over 20 acres, if you're willing to take the time you can end up with quite the bounty! As I write this the blueberries aren't quite ready to go, but they're mostly definitely working on it and will be delicious in the very near future. There's a ton of space so there's room for everyone. Bonus points if you're petite - some of the bushes are pretty close together and you just know that's where all the ultra-plump berries will be hiding! There's also a small community garden and playground on site if your kiddos need to burn some energy. Easy street parking. The area looks and feels a little iffy, but likely perfectly fine during the day.

Had a perfect day celebrating our child's 5th birthday at Briscot Farms. We had 51 total attendees…read moreranging in age from toddlers to grandparents and EVERYONE gushed about what a neat and fun venue this was. Everything was clean and well kept, we were provided with a semi-private area with plenty of tables and chairs. The staff was always available, super helpful and so kind. The party package was simple to book and I was pleased with the cost involved was just paying admission for my guests - no hidden fees, very happy with all aspects of holding our event here.

Love this farm. We have been here during summer and October. My kids basically grew up here we've…read morebeen so many times lol. Many activities and cute animals to see. They offer birthday parties as well. It truly is a hidden gem that everyone's family should check out. I actually just booked my small wedding here as well for next year!

Spring only in Knutson Farms!…read more Tulip town in the south, our go to destination for every Spring. this is the second time we are here and we love it. what we love is the number of activities to keep the my toddler occupied - the cycle track, large bouncy area, bubbles spot, the new hay pyramid was a welcome addition, the barn and the cute animals, the corn pit, the tractor ride to the tulip farm. the tulip farm isn't as grand as the skagit valley but does pleases you heart especially with small props like benches that are kept on the field. the flowers display throughout the farm is very cute. the food scenes could be improved with more additions. the restrooms are the cleanest porta potty you can find on any farm! the lemonade stand is amazing. the OG lemonade is without much sugar and tastes perfect. buying ticket online is recommended as it gives you faster access to the farm than waiting in the line to buy the ticket. plenty of parking available!

We visited this pumpkin patch in October and absolutely loved it. There were plenty of fun rides…read morefor the kids, including tractor rides, horse-drawn rides, and barrel rides. The property is large, spacious, and very well maintained. There were also great food options on site, like roasted corn, apple cider donuts, and a small coffee shop. The pumpkin selection was huge, and the corn mazes and bounce houses kept the kids entertained for hours. Overall, this has become our favorite pumpkin patch and our go-to spot every fall.

I visit Carpinito Brothers throughout the year, and this time I came to shop for organic vegetable…read moreseeds. Even though it was a weekday morning and there were still a few parking spots available, the place was already busy with customers. The greenhouse was filled with beautiful hanging flower baskets everywhere, creating such a colorful and cheerful atmosphere. Most of the baskets were priced around $35-$45, and of course I ended up finding one I absolutely loved and bought it. I also picked up some locally harvested honey while I was there. Before leaving, I made sure not to forget the organic seeds I originally came for: zucchini mix, mixed salad greens, sprout mix, and herb mix. This is always one of my favorite places for gardening inspiration, seasonal flowers, and local products.

Do you need some veggies, maybe some Christmas plants, or even a tree? Would you like to also see a…read morecamel and get a selfie in front of some curated Christmas displays at the same time? This is your place. Fun stop for the holidays. Also picked up some of the local-made products such as salsa and honey. Trying the mango salsa this time (mild) as well as the salsa+bean dip. Spouse likes the tortilla chips. Also trying the blackberry honey this time - sure to be delicious.

Having access to natural resources is definitely a plus when you're living in the southend, and…read morewhen you can shop for fruits and veggies grown in our own neighborhood it shows our unique agricultural economy. Even on this gray, rainy day the colors of the produce were bright and vibrant. It's so much more fun picking fruits and vegetables outdoors than in a fluorescently lit grocery store. The staff running the stand were welcoming and excited to be there. They do provide bags but it's always good to bring reusable ones from home. You'll see advertisement and directional signs off Meeker Street and on the Green River trail. There is free parking in front of the farm stand and a free parking lot just north of the Meeker Street bridge. I love supporting local businesses and I'm glad I can support our local farmers too.

This stand always has the freshest vegetables around. Their heirloom tomatoes are the best…read more Pricing is comparable. Their fruit is amazing . The farmers are personable and polite and hard working. Cannot wait to go every weekend always on my shopping route. Go here first before going anywhere else you will not be disappointed. Open air vegetable stand with amazing personality. One you want to visit