I have to smile...we did that one year and chose a 
"Charlie Brown" no one wanted tree that was mostly bare on one side. we loaded it with ornaments...without realizing thst the weight on one side would cause it to fall over...in the middle of the night with a loud crash...David later anchored it ...it was a tree to remember Joan Cox 

This is timely information to share with area residents.

It has been many years since we used a real tree.

Hi Joan... well, I do love the smell, but I hate the mess of a real tree. And I hang so many ornaments on my trees I'm better off with an artificial. But I remember the days when I'd have a fresh tree cut in New Jersey and drive it back to NYC.

Yes, I do love the smell of a fresh Christmas tree!  And I love the prices.  We can't get that here in Elk Grove even if we do the work.

I have never cut down my own Christmas tree, but I do love the smell of them!  That makes for a very fun family adventure!

Hi Joan Cox - We had a Xmas tree farm where you could cut your own... which we did while the kids were young. 

But this reminds me way too much of Chevy Chase and Christmas Vacation!

Hi Joan - there are cetain scents/aromas that bring back fond memories...a real Christmas tree is one of those.  Cutting one's own tree likely enhances the entire experience. 

This is a great service that your market area has for the community. I love going with my family to pick our own tree this is a tradition for our family.

Joan,

Oh how i love the smell of a fresh Christmas tree. Unfortunately with my allergies it's not possible to have one in my own home. I Just love the smells of Christmas.

Finding and cutting your own tree would be fun family event!  Interesting that they won't let you use a chainsaw!