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The first Christmas Tree 
from the farm

     From Thanksgiving until Christmas they offer a family "farm" atmosphere for you to create lasting memories.  Although committed to selling quality trees, they are often heard to say "We aren't just selling trees, we're providing an experience."

     Matthes Evergreen Farm is primarily a choose and cut farm during the Christmas season.  Offering 80 acres of pines, spruces and fir to wander through.  If you're visiting on a weekend, stay and enjoy the 15 foot decorated tree, the live entertainment, crafters, Santa Claus, refreshments, petting zoo, pony rides, horse-drawn wagons, and our own Wreath Shoppe where we create wreaths, roping, and decorations with our own fresh greens.

     In addition to the choose and cut, the spring and fall planting seasons are prime time to tag the trees that you want in your own landscape.  You tag 'em, we dig 'em.  If you prefer, we have many trees already dug and ready to go.

     To make a warming room and display area, in 1978 they started to remodel, using the original 100 year old barn.  Two weeks after the 1984 season ended, the old barn burned to the ground along with cherished family mementos.  In an attempt to create the “old barn look,” four entire barns were dismantled, hauled to the farm,and used to “do” the inside of the barn.

     The festive atmosphere in the new barn—decorations, huge Christmas tree, and the presence of Santa Claus—has created a family tradition for many families. Some customers are third generation.

     Wilbert and Peg, and their kids, Norm, Marv, Karl, Kathy, and Kris - and their spouses - live nearby and help, mostly at Christmas time, would like to meet you. Look them up the next time you're out.