Visits to farms, orchards, and pick-your-own fields is a fun family activity

The many small and family-owned farms and orchards and vineyards of Massachusetts open their doors to visitors for farm tours, wine and cider tastings, shopping at farm stands, and more. Taking children to a farm or orchard to pick your own berries, apples, or pumpkins is a fun outdoor activity. Some farms welcome kids and families to visit the barn and the farm animals. Many farms have seasonal activities like spring sheep shearing, fall festivals, and more.