Pack boots and cameras! Here is everything you need to know about navigating the farm rows with little ones, friendly dogs, and choosing your family tree together.
Selecting a real tree is about far more than picking greenery—it marks the official opening weekend of Christmas traditions for children, grandparents, and furry four-legged companions alike.
Across our Mornington Peninsula blocks, dogs on leads are always welcome to sniff along the grassy lanes while kids race ahead to measure how much taller their favourite tree grew since last year.
Practical Packing Checklist Before You Drive Down
- Closed-toe sneakers or gumboots: Morning paddock grass can hold early dew even on sunny November mornings.
- Sun hats, sunscreen & water bottles: Wide summer skies across Somerville call for comfortable sun protection.
- Leash & waste bags for pets: Keep four-legged visitors comfortable around excited toddlers and farm trailers.
- An old blanket or tarp for the boot: Keeps car upholstery clean when netting your freshly cut tree for the drive home.
No special tools are required—our team provides saws, netting funnels, and twine loading assistance so parents can focus on capturing priceless holiday photos.
