Trees Sold Out for the 2020 Season

I’m sorry to report that as of today, Sunday, December 6, we are sold out of trees for the 2020 season. πŸŽ„
 
We still have a nice selection of grave blankets, and will be open for previously tagged tree pickups on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until December 20, 2020.
 
Many thanks to all of our long time visitors, as well as all the new folks we met this year – we appreciate your support. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.πŸ₯°πŸŽ
Wishing for snow!

Wishing for snow!

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Saturday, December 5 – Modified Hours – Delayed Opening

You might have been looking at the weather forecast for this weekend and seen that heavy rains and high winds are forecasted through mid-day on Saturday.

With that in mind, we will be opening at 1PM on Saturday for tree tagging, tree sales, and pick-ups. Please don’t come out any earlier, as we won’t be out working during the inclement weather.

Also, we have no more Concolor Fir trees for this year. Plenty of Douglas fir to choose from though!

Nukster was hoping this rain would turn into snow.

Nukster was hoping this rain would turn into snow.

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Skip the Tagging Line in 3 Steps

It’s a beautiful weekend for Christmas tree tagging!
 
We have a self-service station where you can gather all the supplies that you’ll need so you don’t need to wait in any lines.
 
Just follow Steps 1, 2 and 3 and you’re on your way! Step 4 is just head out into the trees! And we’re here if you have any questions.
Step 1
Step 2Step 3
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New Self-Service Station

We are ready to go for Christmas tree season!
 
To minimize lines at our little red building to pick up a farm map and tags, we set up a Self Service station. If you’re already familiar with our process, you can grab a single use map that has a tag attached to it, along with a pen, and head right out into the field.
 
When you find a tree, you’ll report to the red building to pay and drop off your pen in the designated area. The pens will be disinfected before we put them back out, and you’ll take the farm map with you along with your part of the tree tag stapled to it.
 
We are working to minimize touchpoints and crowds, and your patience is appreciated as we work through some of these new processes. πŸ™‚
Here's out self-service station where you can pick up a farm map, instructions, a tree tag and a pen.

Here’s out self-service station where you can pick up a farm map, instructions, a tree tag and a pen.

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COVID-19 Guidelines

We are committed to the health and safety of our team and guests and rely on your support to do your part to protect yourself, your family and other people at the farm by adhering to the following guidelines:

  • Please stay home if you are feeling sick or have any symptoms of COVID-19; have been in contact with recognized COVID-19 cases; or have traveled to states listed in NJ’s travel advisory within the last 2 weeks.
  • MASK POLICY: 
    • You are REQUIRED to wear a mask while in the parking area, when you are checking in to pick up a tag or pay for your tree, when in contact with any team members, and out on the farm when physical distancing is not possible.
    • Masks are OPTIONAL when you are out in the trees and physically distant from any other customers and staff.  
  • Hand sanitizer is available near the check-in area. We encourage you to bring your own private supply if you do not wish to use the shared station.
  • Follow physical distancing guidelines by maintaining at least 6-feet of physical distance between groups/families. Refrain from gathering on site with friends or family in groups of more than 10.
  • Please help children to physically distance from other guests.
  • Try to visit at non-peak hours (generally before 11 AM on weekends and Friday, almost anytime).
  • Remember that we’re open Monday through Thursday by appointment. Please feel free to call and visit during one of those days to avoid crowds.
  • Enhanced measures may call for temporary closures or delays during your visit. We appreciate your patience!

Please know that if you do not feel comfortable visiting White Dog Farms right now, we understand and encourage you to delay your visit until a time in the future when you do feel comfortable. We believe each of us has to individually make the decision as to what we feel is right and/or safe for ourselves and our families.

Our guidelines are subject to change as needed to comply with mandates issued during the COVID-19 pandemic. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you soon.

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Pictures With Santa – November 7th & 8th, 2020

Join us for our third annual picture day with Santa (socially distant edition!
 
Our friends from Digital Danro Photography will be back to capture fun and festive holiday memories! The price is the same as last year – $5 for a digital photo (can pay cash or Venmo at the event).
 
Happy to see furry kids too (on a leash, please).
 
You can also tag a tree that day – tag early while the weather is nice. Then give us a call when you’re ready for the tree and we’ll have it ready for you!
Pictures With Santa - November 7th and 8th, 2020

Pictures With Santa – November 7th and 8th, 2020

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Farm Hours

Just a reminder about our hours of operation. Even though they’re posted here on our website and on Facebook, we thought it might be helpful to do a quick post.

If you would like to come to the farm outside of our regular hours to tag or pick up a previously tagged tree, please take a moment to check in with us first. We want to make sure someone is here and that we can accommodate your request before you take the trip. 

Farm Hours

Farm Hours

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Check in Here First

Sometimes people forget to check in at the red building before they head out into the field.

This is not a great idea! You’ll need a tag to tie to the tree you pick out, and if you don’t stop at the red building you won’t have one. This means a trip back to where you started.

Make sure you stop here first to get your tagging supplies!

Make sure you stop here first to get your tagging supplies!

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Farm Visit Tips

Here are a few tips for a fun Christmas tree farm experience:

1. Make sure you dress appropriately for the weather – you’ll be outside for a while, and there’s nothing worse than getting halfway through your tree search and realizing you left your hat and mittens at home.

2. It’s a good idea to wear sturdy walking shoes on the farm. Our farm is long and narrow, and if you walk all the way to the back in your search for the perfect tree, it could take you almost 10 minutes (it‘s good exercise ?).

3. Make sure to visit when you aren’t rushed for time – our trees are cut to order, so depending on the time of day and the number of people who were here before you, you might experience a wait.

Need to insert a little footnote here – if it’s busy, and you’d like to come back a little later to pick up your tree, there are a ton of places close by where you can get a bite to eat, have a cup of hot chocolate, a glass of wine or beer, or do some shopping. We have maps of the downtown area and would be happy to give you a few suggestions – just ask!

4. Please make sure to keep your furry family members on a leash and be prepared to clean up any “presents” they might leave behind. ???

5. Look for trees that don’t already have a tag on them. You can choose any tree you find out there as long as it doesn’t already have a tag on it. ?❄️❄️?

6. Be sure to check in at the little red building before you head out into the trees – you’ll need a tag and a map.

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Breakfast with Santa – December 15th

We’re excited to be one of the sponsors for a wonderful Breakfast with Santa event at Annata Wine Bar in Downtown Hammonton. For more information, click here.

Hopefully your Christmas tree will be up and decorated, and you can enjoy a relaxing breakfast!

Breakfast with Santa!

Breakfast with Santa!

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