Coulter's Tree Farm
The holiday season is closing in fast upon us and with the scurry of everyday life, I begin to categorize in my mind that which needs to be done immediately as opposed to that which I can leave until the last minute. 
I begin to prepare a Christmas list for the people for whom I need to shop. I need to order the gifts that will take some time to get here, and begin to ask for suggestions from others about those people of which I have no clue of what to buy, and then there are the decorations. What seems as miles and miles of Christmas tree lights will be untangled and repaired, then carefully strung along fences and eves and tucked into trees until you can read a newspaper from anywhere in my yard at midnight. Ironically, shortly after this occurs, Detroit Edison sends me a Christmas card (just a coincidence, I am sure).
Next, it is time to move to the inside for decorating. Now in my opinion, and I am sure others will agree, the most important part of your interior holiday décor is your Christmas Tree. For years I have required that the tree that spreads its branches around the gifts of love which lie beneath it must have an exquisite style and flare that announces ‘IT’S CHRISTMAS.’ Because of that I have become very particular about my tree and where it comes from. I believe each tree should offer a great story to tell when admirers regard its style and beauty. I also like to choose a tree from a tree farm that embraces the Christmas spirit and the love of the season . As a side note, I might add, this is why tree shopping with me is often an all-day event my nieces and nephews dread. Yes, I am that guy who may visit several tree farms before picking that perfect tree. This year I am optimistic that it will be different; my tree and tree farm family has already been chosen.
Earlier in the year I had the privilege of getting to know Steve Coulter of Coulter's Tree Farm. Steve, who also is a building contractor and was doing some construction on a friend’s farm nearby, was my logical first choice. As I became more acquainted with Steve he invited me to his house. While there he gave me the grand tour of the farm.
I was surprised to learn that Steve’s dad started the tree farm in 1962. He purchased the farm on 4914 Curtis Rd. in Attica right after World War II, and decided on a Tree Farm some twenty years later. I believe it would be safe to say that appreciated the value of a forest as even the lumber which built the family home was sawn from his farm.
Over the years Steve and his family have hosted several families as they shopped for the perfect tree. As we rode around Steve told me he loves to see "a family taking a day together to enjoy cutting a tree." There is never a hurry to get your tree and leave at Coulter's Tree Farm, with close to 80 acres of trees to choose from one can easily make it a fun family event and affordable way to spend time together. This year all trees are thirty dollars and only five more for shaking and wrap. I have spent easily that much or more at many places and never received the atmosphere this farm possesses.
After picking a tree which will be a significant part to this year’s Christmas story one may return to the office and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate while one of Steve’s sons or daughters carefully shakes and wraps your tree.
On any given day you may even enjoy your cup of hot chocolate with Santa as it is not unusual to find him wandering around the farm. (I’ve been told that Santa uses Coulter Tree farm as a refueling station on his Pre-Christmas Eve flights and during training missions.)
Loaded up and ready to go, one can see only happy expressions on the faces of customers and staff. One may wonder how each person chose the tree they are escorting away, but never will one wonder if the patrons of Coulter tree farm had an enjoyable experience.
I look forward to loading up the Volksy with the nieces and nephews this year and heading to Coulter's Tree Farm for a Christmas tree adventure we won’t forget, and of course I hope to see you there. For more information regarding Coulter's Tree Farm check them out online at http://www.coulterstreefarm.com/
I begin to prepare a Christmas list for the people for whom I need to shop. I need to order the gifts that will take some time to get here, and begin to ask for suggestions from others about those people of which I have no clue of what to buy, and then there are the decorations. What seems as miles and miles of Christmas tree lights will be untangled and repaired, then carefully strung along fences and eves and tucked into trees until you can read a newspaper from anywhere in my yard at midnight. Ironically, shortly after this occurs, Detroit Edison sends me a Christmas card (just a coincidence, I am sure).Next, it is time to move to the inside for decorating. Now in my opinion, and I am sure others will agree, the most important part of your interior holiday décor is your Christmas Tree. For years I have required that the tree that spreads its branches around the gifts of love which lie beneath it must have an exquisite style and flare that announces ‘IT’S CHRISTMAS.’ Because of that I have become very particular about my tree and where it comes from. I believe each tree should offer a great story to tell when admirers regard its style and beauty. I also like to choose a tree from a tree farm that embraces the Christmas spirit and the love of the season . As a side note, I might add, this is why tree shopping with me is often an all-day event my nieces and nephews dread. Yes, I am that guy who may visit several tree farms before picking that perfect tree. This year I am optimistic that it will be different; my tree and tree farm family has already been chosen.
Earlier in the year I had the privilege of getting to know Steve Coulter of Coulter's Tree Farm. Steve, who also is a building contractor and was doing some construction on a friend’s farm nearby, was my logical first choice. As I became more acquainted with Steve he invited me to his house. While there he gave me the grand tour of the farm.I was surprised to learn that Steve’s dad started the tree farm in 1962. He purchased the farm on 4914 Curtis Rd. in Attica right after World War II, and decided on a Tree Farm some twenty years later. I believe it would be safe to say that appreciated the value of a forest as even the lumber which built the family home was sawn from his farm.
Over the years Steve and his family have hosted several families as they shopped for the perfect tree. As we rode around Steve told me he loves to see "a family taking a day together to enjoy cutting a tree." There is never a hurry to get your tree and leave at Coulter's Tree Farm, with close to 80 acres of trees to choose from one can easily make it a fun family event and affordable way to spend time together. This year all trees are thirty dollars and only five more for shaking and wrap. I have spent easily that much or more at many places and never received the atmosphere this farm possesses.
After picking a tree which will be a significant part to this year’s Christmas story one may return to the office and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate while one of Steve’s sons or daughters carefully shakes and wraps your tree.
On any given day you may even enjoy your cup of hot chocolate with Santa as it is not unusual to find him wandering around the farm. (I’ve been told that Santa uses Coulter Tree farm as a refueling station on his Pre-Christmas Eve flights and during training missions.)Loaded up and ready to go, one can see only happy expressions on the faces of customers and staff. One may wonder how each person chose the tree they are escorting away, but never will one wonder if the patrons of Coulter tree farm had an enjoyable experience.
I look forward to loading up the Volksy with the nieces and nephews this year and heading to Coulter's Tree Farm for a Christmas tree adventure we won’t forget, and of course I hope to see you there. For more information regarding Coulter's Tree Farm check them out online at http://www.coulterstreefarm.com/
At The Wheel,
Josh
