I love Baldham Farm! It's not just because the owners are personal friends of mine (you rock,…read moreMiriam and Dan!) but also because it's a farm that I really enjoy visiting and can support. The location is gorgeous, the owners are super friendly and accommodating, and the animals are treated very well. Baldham Farm has received certified organic status, so you can eat your food knowing it wasn't processed with chemicals, or that the animals were mistreated. When you visit the farm, you can see how happy the animals are (the pigs KILL me - they are the BEST). The prices for meat are very reasonable. In fact, I was telling my friends that they aren't charging enough! I have personally never tasted meat that was so delicious. It freezes very well, too, and makes for really tasty crockpot meals (I'm a single, working professional). Along with the meats, Miriam makes the cutest and most amazing-smelling soaps. They are made out of completely organic materials and leave your hands feeling super soft and smelling nice. If you visit the farm, you can also purchase cheese cutting boards and other wonderful treasures. Keep doing what you do, Miriam and Dan! You are such an inspiration to me!

I have made two large orders from this farm twice now. I am honestly hesitant to write a review…read morebecause everything we have purchased and cooked so far has been so amazing... I just want to keep it my secret. The owner used to sell at the local farmers market but this year has decided to just do direct order and pick up. This actually works much better for me and my family. They always have our order ready to go and are very friendly. Everything is labeled and wrapped up to go right into the freezer. With the way stores have been slim pickings and higher prices for less quality. I wanted to cut out the grocery store and start supporting a local family. I am so thankful we found Baldham farm. I already feel we will be life long customers.

I love love love fall festivities and Swans Trails Farms ticked off all the boxes! It's a…read morebeautifully large farm with activities for everyone: friends, couples, and families. They have your pumpkin patches and apple orchard for picking. They have your classic corn maze with a hayride to take you to the entrance. They have plenty of animal friends to see and pet. And what kind of fall festivity would it be without foods, such as apple cider, corn, and brisket. The food portions were MASSIVE. I would highly recommend sharing and if you're still hungry, it's an excuse to try more food! The mac n' cheese was our favorite food, and our favorite drink had to be the cider slushy. I love hot apple cider, but their new cider slushy was so refreshing and apple-y. All the prices are reasonable too given how much food you get. For this farm, some activities are completely free if you just want to visit, such as their pumpkin patch, apple orchard, and country store. Otherwise, their weekday price is $15 and $23 on weekends (if you buy online). The caveat is that there are limited activities on weekdays depending on staff availability. I'd recommend going the weekend if you want the full experience, it's totally worth it. Swans Trails Farms is truly the perfect fall activity for everyone, and I haven't even been able to describe everything they have to offer. To find out, you'll just have to experience it yourself! :)

I visited last month during the weekend, and wow this place was packed! I was there for an apple…read morepicking event, although the organizers were a bit late, so when I showed up at the end of the apple trail I didn't see them. I tried asking the workers, but they didn't have any knowledge about it and then sent me to the front ticket booth. Let me tell you, trying to figure what was going on was a Kafkaesque nightmare. I crashed at least three other gatherings as I was being directed from one place to another. Whoops. Anyways, I finally found my group and we picked apples. I like how they had labels on each row of trees to identify the cultivar. It also turns out that they put a few crabapples in each row for pollination purposes, but they're very obviously not to be picked as the fruits are small. Apples were $3.50/lb, but slightly cheaper if you buy them pre-picked. The fresh apples taste much better than the ones in grocery stores, which can be stored for up to a year in warehouses. I was surprised to find the fresh apples were more crisp with thinner skin! I got a cider doughnut before I left, and it was so soft, tender, and pillowy! There was great apple flavor.

We were looking for a pumpkin patch that didn't charge crazy admission! This was FREE to get in!…read more And this is the PRETTIEST pumpkin patch I've ever been to! Guaranteed for cute backdrop photos, great for kids/families and it's such a big farm overall! Such a variety of pumpkins, squash and gourds! They have delicious hot apple cider and pumpkin donuts. Fresh produce and fruits, and honey too with apple cider available for purchase! They have a cornmaze for $7 admission, sunflowers and just a cute vibe all around. It is pretty popular too! The pumpkins are reaosnably priced if you're getting small and medium sized ones (not sure about the big ones). There were a lot of ppl with wagons purchasing big pumpkins so expect a line if you're visiting this month!

Went for Halloween! A great place for the pumpkin patch. It's a rustic theme with a giant…read moreanimatronic

Worth the drive to stock up if you're a meat eater. You can also pre-order on their website and…read morepick up at at the Ballard or U-District farmers markets. I chose Skagit River because their cattle is grass-fed and the business is certified humane. From their website: "At Skagit River Ranch, we have 3 principles we hold dear to our hearts: 1. Humane treatment of animals 2. Sustainable farming by being a good steward of the land 3. Certified Organic practices with no chemicals or pesticides" I appreciate their commitment and the woman who works the front counter on Saturdays (when you can come and pick up your order) is super nice. Everything I've ordered from them has been great, including the eggs. Highly recommend if you're looking to order in bulk to save money.

Certified organic farmers since 1998 who go the extra mile by not vaccinating their animals. The…read moreanimals' grazing areas are rotated continuously Spring and Summer. The benefits of grass-fed beef are enormous and worth the effort to get it. You can buy small portions or order in bulk, too. From their farm store (on Saturdays only) you can buy eggs, individual cuts of beef & pork, sausage, honey from their hives, and seasonal organic produce. I LOVE their short ribs. You can find their meat and eggs at various stores in Mount Vernon, Bellingham, Seattle, Mountlake Terrace, Federal Way, Tacoma, Kent and Enumclaw. And in 2010 at Farmers Markets in Seattle and the Eastside so I suspect selling at Seattle and Eastside Farmers Markets will continue!

Came here on our way to the nearby tulip fields. Cute little spot to stop. They have a coffee…read morebuilding with other drinks - i got a teaberry shake (I had never even heard of a teaberry before) and inside the main building, thye have jams and pies and other gifts. Also outside there are goats and chickens.

My family was on a RV road trip from California to Oregon and Washington state. We passed by this…read morefarm to get produce and we ended up getting this tayberry jam and apple cider as well. So yum!

We had an incredible time at the Orcas Moon Alpaca farm! Jennifer was incredibly friendly and also…read moretaught us a ton about all of the different animals on the farm. Our small kids loved the tour and meeting the animals, and so did my wife and I.

We got to meet the sweetest alpacas, sheep, and mini donkeys! Such a gem on orcas island!read more

I came here with my parents the other day to do some strawberry picking while they were visiting…read more We all had a great time and got some delicious strawberries! The parking lot for pickers is just north of the address on Yelp but they had plenty of signs that made it easy to find. You have to go down a gravel road to get there so keep that in mind if you don't want your car getting dirty. They had quite a few rows of strawberries for picking, and had 4 different varieties available. We also saw some apple trees where the apples were growing for picking in the fall and some peach trees. They also have veggies to pick but we didn't walk that far back. A lot of the strawberry plants had been pretty picked over but still had plenty of fruit if you pulled up the leaves and looked. We ended up picking about 3 lbs of fruit to take home. The fields are super dusty so make sure to wear sneakers you don't care about because they will get covered in dirt. We enjoyed a relaxing time picking berries and enjoying the beautiful views. I will definitely be back with my husband and daughter to enjoy picking some more fruit.

As soon as we turned onto the dirt path, a breeze rolled through the front strawberry field and…read moreswept into the car. The scent hit us--warm, sweet, and sun-soaked and in that instant, we knew we were exactly where we were meant to be. No one can convince me there's a better smell on this planet than fresh strawberries in the summer breeze. Not rain, not bread, not even raspberries--though those came in close second. Bailey's Farm is a dream. My mom and I spent the afternoon picking strawberries and raspberries together, surrounded by blooming fields and buzzing bees. The strawberries were bright red, perfectly ripe, and so fragrant it felt like walking through a natural perfume. That smell alone could heal your entire nervous system. The raspberries were generous and delicious too, but it was the strawberries that made time stop. We picked slowly, laughed often, and let the wind guide us from row to row. It wasn't just a farm--it was a pause button in the middle of our road trip, and a memory I'll hold close forever. The only thing that could use improvement is the parking lot. The entrance and exit are one-way, but it's not clearly marked. It's a small detail, but clearer signage would make arrival smoother. Still, nothing compares to stepping out of the car and into that scent. Bailey's Farm gives you more than berries--it gives you a reason to breathe deeper. And I already can't wait to go back.

Omg - I'm glad I skipped the gym and drove here instead!!…read more Their ice cream is AMAZING!!!! I got the matcha almond and I'm on cloud 9 I definitely have to bring my kids here - or maybe keep it as my little hidden gem, idk lol They also sell fresh and local produce! Omg

Great ice cream and sorbet. Also wonderful fresh produce options and good local honey for…read morereasonable prices. Nice staff too.

Willowood Farm is a sweet little gem located in Ebey's Prarie. Run by Georgie and her family,…read moreeasily some of the nicest, warmest people you'll ever meet, Willowood Farm produces some of the tastiest organic produce you're likely to find in the state. From the basics: greens of all types, onions, root vegetables, and squash ... to heirloom varieties of potatoes, garlic and dry beans, their bounty is beautiful and delicious.

Located in the historic Ebey's prarie, Willowood Farm is without a doubt one of the best local…read morefarms on Whidbey Island! I am continually amazed at the quality of their produce. Whether its garlic scapes, beans, potatoes, or any of their other numerous offerings - they make the simple sublime. I am so glad that they are now at Bayview Farmer's Market (and at the Coupeville Farmer's Market) every Saturday. I love visiting their stand, where their full bounty is on display, instead of being cut up and shoved into little bags. It's such a pleasure. To find out what's fresh this week, visit their blog - http://littlefarmonebeyprairie.blogspot.com