About Perfect Saturdays
Looking for something to do this weekend? These great day trips are within a two-hour drive of DC.
We’ve entered cozy season, and what could be cozier than cuddling up to a fluffy Highland cow? Black Rock Farm in Frederick County offers a chance to greet their cohort of shaggy cattle during a 45-minute “Highland Hangout.” A farmer provides some education about the cows, and visitors then get to feed them treats and brush their luscious locks. There’s also an opportunity to snap photos with the bovines. The experience must be booked in advance and welcomes groups of up to six people. Prices are $200 per group from Monday through Thursday and $250 from Friday through Sunday.
Sweet cow snuggles pair well with comforting treats. South of the farm, stop at Deb’s Artisan Bakehouse in Middletown to stock up on small batch pastries. Offerings change weekly and include sweet and savory options such as s’mores galettes, jalapeño popper bear claws, decadent fudge hand pies, and a spin on French onion soup made with laminated dough. The shop remains open until they sell out of baked goods.
Looking for more day trip ideas? Check out our Perfect Saturdays series.
Daniella Byck joined Washingtonian in 2022. She was previously with Outside Magazine and lives in Takoma.
