Don't waste your time going to Sunflowers of Lisbon. The parking situation is terrible. The women…read morein charge harassed me because she thought I parked in the wrong place -- turns out thought I was a black car when I was a different grey car parked in a different line with about five or six other cars. But she was very aggressive toward me and followed me and told the food vendors not to sell to me. She also told a food vendor she would give him money to not sell to me. Awful experience. Don't go here.

Nice getaway for a month with nature. Onsite free parking. $15 entry. Fheres a food truck on the…read morepremises. Sunflowers everywhere and you can take some home with you. It's lovely to see all the bees so busy at work that they don't pay you any mind. On sunny days bring a hat or small umbrella. I'd also advise long pants.

I am a NC girl, and love the strawberry season. So, when I finished eating and putting up my NC…read morestrawberries from a recent trip to the freezer, I was longing for more. My search brought me to Gorman farm, which is very close to my home. I arrived to the farm to find beautiful expensive berries that were pick that day. I hesitated to buy them, but I was excited. I got them home to find fragile berries underneath the top berries. Quite a few berries had to be thrown out. Whether they were moldy or were home to bugs/slugs. I ended up cutting a lot away from the berries, trying to savage them. I am not sure I will give them another try pre-pick is $4/pint, $8/ quart, or self pick sign said $6/lb. Pretty steep!

If you live near Laurel, Columbia or Savage (or commute up Rte 29 into Howard County), then you…read moreshould buy vegetables at Gorman Produce Farm as soon as you have a free afternoon. You're interested enough to read a Web site about food? Go buy from people growing food in Howard County at the newly-rejuvinated farm between Rte 29 and U.S. 1. (UPDATE: My friend went today, and someone at the farm said they're not open for business yet. Definitely call ahead if you're going to drive a long way.) Lydia and Dave Liker have leased the farm on Gorman Road, and they sell produce just in from the field. This is about a mile south of the Harris Teeter in King's Contrivance. Much of the Liker's produce goes out through their "community supported agriculture" program where people paid $550 for weekly boxes of vegetables from June through October. But you can pick up fresh vegetables by stopping at the farm and buying from the Likers -- or from Dave's father, who helped me buy on Saturday. I saw a new sign for the Gorman Produce Farm on my way to the Savage library. The sign doesn't really say that you can buy vegetables there, but I drove down a gravel road to the signs that say "park here" and "produce here." Inside a building were plastic tubs and boxes full of vegetables -- squash, basil, cabbage, green beans, eggplants, chard, and on and on. I broke out my "emergency" $20 bill, and I bought carrots, kohlrabi, squash and lettuce. They're beautiful and delicious. The vegetables are not certified organic, but the Likers say on their Web site that they grow everything according to organic principles. That works for me because I'm skeptical of government "organic" labels -- just like I'm skeptical about the government labels for "local" produce. Why not believe a farm where you can look around yourself? You can meet the farmers most days until about 6 pm. The CSA pick-up is Thursday, and they say people can pick up until 6 pm. Dave Liker said that the gates on Gorman close when they're closed for the day. His father pointed out that it's a working farm, so there are times when people drive up and the Likers are too busy working to make a sale. Gorman's prices seem about what you pay at the Howard County farmers markets. Tomatoes should ripen in a week or so. Corn is on the way. The fields are just going to deliver more and more through the end of the summer.

My sister and I stayed for two nights in Room 201 at this lovely bed and breakfast. The house was…read morebeautiful and spotlessly clean. We really enjoyed our stay and would wholeheartedly recommend it!

For $84 for a family of four expected a lot more considering other places offer more for the same…read moreor cheaper. Food truck "Clinton and Flor's Catering" was a huge waste of money. We ordered Mac and cheese brisket which the Mac was not good, brisket was alright but minimal meat for $12. Pit beef sandwich was cold. Fries that came with it were good. We went back later for a side of fries and they gave us some type of seasoned fry instead of the plain they originally had. Long waits every time even if you're the only customer. Overall you're paying for mediocre food and a glorified playground.

Absolutely gorgeous! Definitely worth a trip. I will say that you should go right during peak…read moreseason. We went the last weekend of peak bloom and the sunflowers were starting to droop a little bit. I brought my dog (yes! dog friendly!) but the burrs got into his hair and his paws. So if you do bring a dog, please be careful of their paws! Little puppy was carried back into the car and had a nice brushing.

I visited Clear Meadow Farm for the first time in my 3-4 years in Baltimore, and I'm glad I checked…read morethem out. Located about 40-45 minutes away from the city, the farm is easy to find (just type in the address on their website). The entry fee is very reasonable at $5 per car, and they also sell some food (i.e. chips, drinks, baked goods, pulled pork sandwiches) as well as sunflowers up front. Food wasn't particularly memorable but not bad, and the sunflowers were quite the deal (only $1 per stem, or 6 for $5). The actual sunflower field was reasonably sized. It was a bit difficult to navigate through the mud, and also a little hard to get good photos unless you go off the trail and into the flower beds (which you're not supposed to do), but the sunflowers were still pretty. Overall very glad I visited. Not sure if I'd necessarily make the trip out again anytime soon, but I definitely recommend it if you have not gone before!

Every year, I love taking Mia, my border collie, to visit Sharp's at Waterford Farm in Howard…read moreCounty, Maryland. With today's weather being perfect, I asked my family if they wanted to join since they open at 12 pm on Sundays. Everyone was excited, especially since no one else had ever been--just me and Mia. Imagine our disappointment when we arrived and discovered the farm doesn't open until September 27! While sitting near the entrance, discussing our sadness, a gentleman with a grey beard (I wish I had gotten his name) approached us on a riding mower. I thought he was going to tell us we were trespassing, but instead, he listened as I shared how bummed I was, saying that fall starts on September 1 in my mind. To my surprise, he said not to worry about it! Even though the stores weren't open, and no pumpkins in sight, he graciously invited us to walk around the farm, pet and feed the animals, and enjoy the lovely space. It was such a kind and thoughtful gesture, and we had a fantastic time! We will definitely be returning when they officially open. Sharp's is a charming place to spend an hour or two, and this experience only made me love it more.

Had a great afternoon visiting for the first time with my dog! There were lots of activities, like…read morewatching farm animals (goats- including baby ones!/kids, cows, bunnies, and chickens), walking to the pumpkin patch, walking around ponds, and enjoying a pizza snack in the picnic area. They also had hay rides but we didn't go because it was a little too sunny for our dog. Everything was free, which was nice! Very free form and you can walk around everything easily. There is also a big farm store in the center with pumpkins, mums, apple cider donuts, pies, jams, etc! The driving is one way so it's easy to get in and out of the farm. The pizza was tasty and ready in 5 min because they precooked the dough. I was hesitant about that technique (never seen pizza dough cooked and stacked like pita bread), but it had a nice crunch and the tomato sauce tasted pure. $23 for credit, $20 for cash. Overall, a nice experience and felt more rustic than more commercial farm places!

If you are looking for a new and calming activity to enjoy, Clarksville Cow Cuddling is it!…read more My party and I visited last month and it was an experience we will remember for a long time. Cori was absolutely amazing and guided us with her warmth and wealth of knowledge. It was raining on our day, but we dressed accordingly for the weather and it was not a problem! Snap was our best cow buddy during our session and we were able to feed, brush, and cuddle him while watching the rain fall peacefully. We learned much about the cows and the other farm animals and felt relaxed + cozy the entire session. As an animal lover, it was so moo-ving to interact with these beautiful cows up close. Fantastic experience!

One of the best experiences! Cori, owner of this business and cows, is the sweetest - she provided…read moreus with education on cow breeds, their habits and safety tips too. The cows were very kind, Cori made sure to tell us how the cows were feeling in order to be safe and enjoy our time with petting/brushing them. She even let us meet the calves and horses! $150 for a 45 minute session with up to 8 people. Great fall or summer activity, therapeutic to the soul and gets everyone laughing. I would suggest close-toed shoes.

A great C.S.A. program for all who like good local produce and supporting a small family-owned…read morefarm. A typical week includes two types of fruit, some sort of leafy green (salad greens in spring, kale and such later on), some sort of potatoes, an additional veggie (like peppers, onions, and/or eggplant), a loaf of bread and a dozen eggs. My girlfriend and I take one share, designed for a family of four, and we eat well all summer and fall and are able to save a significant amount for winter. They're usually open every Saturday with extra foods and meats for sale. Lastly, even though this is a family operation, they are always quick to credit their "workshares" - members who work picking and/or packing produce in exchange for reduced rates on their CSA. A local business worth supporting.

Best kabob in dc it's so tasty and fresh every single order I love the fresh pita so special for…read morecatering

My family and I love coming here for so many reasons. From picking fresh fruit to the the farm…read moreanimals and the playground. Its always a fun filled day for the whole family. The staff are like family, so warm and welcoming every time.

I visited Butler's Orchard this year for their Pumpkin Festival, and overall, I had a really good…read moretime! I especially loved their apple cider donuts and apple cider, both were delicious! My personal favorite part of the visit, though, was their market. I loved browsing around! One thing I do wish they had more of was photo opportunities throughout the festival. We still managed to get some really cute pictures, but I would've loved to see more fall themed setups and areas specifically for taking photos. I will say, Butler's Orchard is an absolutely wonderful place to visit if you have children! The festival is definitely more family oriented, with so many activities and play areas for kids to enjoy. However, if you're visiting as a couple or group of friends, I do think there are other pumpkin patches that offer more of the fall atmosphere and photo opportunities you might be looking for. I really enjoyed my visit and would definitely recommend Butler's Orchard, especially for families! The food, market, and overall experience were great. I just think it's worth knowing what to expect depending on the kind of pumpkin patch experience you're looking for!

This is a wonderful little farm that is open to the public. The public is allowed to visit and tour…read morethe farm. I took my kids here over the summer and they loved exploring the farm and looking at the crops. They also have a stand in the front to sell the goods.