"Our first trip to FEF has been a great retreat away from the noise,
congestion and lack of trees/grass/birds that exists in our
neighborhood
in Boston. Camille [1 year old] has played in the 'dirt' box, enjoyed
her
brown cardboard house, fallen asleep on the hike to Tiny Pond, and
frolicked
in the towns of Weston and Chester. We are thankful for the
opportunity
to share the sights and sounds here and look forward to returning." --
Tamar, Peter and Camille B., Massachusetts
"Arrived late Friday evening amidst rain and fog. Awoke Saturday
morning
to brilliant fall colors
- beautiful against a backdrop of mist and rain." -- Bill W., New York
"We had an exciting, warm time with the children before depositing
them
at camp. Lots of swimming in the [Farm] pond and in Tiny Pond. --
Hunter family, Vermont
"What a relaxed and wonderful time Ruth, Mary and I had at Forest
Echo
Farm. It is a beautiful spot and one we will always
remember.
An unusual and unique experience was to see by kerosene oil
lamps.
Our spare time evenings was a relaxing time playing dominoes.
Ruth
proved herself to be the domino champ by one game." -- Lois G.
"I got to Tiny Pond and took a canoe ride. Lots of bird wildlife. A
pair of Canada geese and two pairs of ducks, maybe black ducks and
loons."--
Ruth H., Pennsylvania
"The Robinsons, my aunt Grace and Uncle Howard enjoyed their second
stay at Forest Echo -- canoe rides on Tiny Pond, hike up Proctor Hill
for
blueberries, swimming...great meals, exploring the damworks on Tiny
Pond,
trips to Buttermilk Falls (dare devil dives!), a day of tag sales and
exploring
the back roads. Star gazing in silence, waiting for shooting stars -- a
few even on August 6. 118th Street was never like this! -- Jim L.,
Indiana
"What a delight to visit the place where I fell in love with my best
friend. To share the beauty of the winter's first snow with such
wonderful
friends." -- Jaime T., Massachusetts
"My second visit to Forest Echo. Much amusement,
including...receiving
apple picking children from trees. Sadly, no moose
sighting.
Thank you all for making me feel so welcome." -- Libby L.,
Massachusetts
"Leaving on a glorious morning. Great hike to Tiny Pond and other
random
walks. I'm glad I finally came to FEF." -- Siobhan C., Washington DC
"Our first time staying at Paperstock. Slept on the porch, helped
paint
the outside of the cabin, built the new cider mill - small things, but
it is good to know that a little piece of us will always be here."
-- Colby, Karen & Emily T., Massachusetts
"I love Forest Echo, having just spent my first visit here doing all
my favorite things: hiking, swimming, harvesting food (wild, sweet
strawberries),
canoing, eating, watching stars, singing songs, playing with a baby,
enjoying
good company. Thanks!" -- Gail R., New York
"Thank you, Paperstock, for my day of quiet and reflection on this
my
65th birthday."
-- Diane W., New York
"Up for my second, probably last, weekend in a row - this time with
friends. It's nice to be here - the ponds were perfect for swimming
(and
being) outside was worth the rather glowing sunburn we all seem to have
earned." -- Kathryn W., Massachusetts