On the Hunt!

This year's "perfect" tree

Zoe helping Daddy cut down the tree

Yesterday we went to Ben Hurd's Christmas Tree Farm to search for this year's perfect Christmas tree. Let me start by explaining that Ben Hurd's farm is a bit of a hidden gem in Humboldt County. It is owned and operated by an older couple who basically have a tree farm surrounding their home. You walk around their property in search for the perfect tree. The only stipulation is that the tree must be taller than 5 feet (ours is about 9 ft. this year). Once you find your perfect tree you flag it and cut it down.

When we arrived we were invited to have some BBQ lunch...for free. Ben Hurd and his family also offer everyone hot cider, hot chocolate, and homemade cookies. They literally serve the cookies and drinks from their kitchen. They give tractor rides through the Christmas tree farm and there's even a tire swing for the kids.

Finally, once you've cut down your "perfect tree", they take a picture of you and your family in front of your tree and print it out for you...also free of charge. It's quite the family experience, and just another example of why we love living in Humboldt County!