Zekiah Farms – Discover Agri-Fun
Are you gonna feed us or what ???
A Little Background
Zekiah Farms is located in historic Bryantown, MD and through the environmentally rich Zekiah Swamp. The Zekiah Swamp is a 20-mile long, 0.5 mile wide, bottomland swamp that runs through the heart of Southern Maryland. Zekiah Swamp is a nationally recognized and protected wetland area which provides a natural habitat for many rare wildlife and plant species and migratory birds. Several of the plant species are unique to the swamp.
The Zekiah Swamp watershed extends to more than two-thirds of Charles County, from Southern Prince Georges County, through Bryantown and to Allens Fresh where the main stream becomes the headwaters of the Wicomico River. Thus its bogs and marshes provide an essential natural filter for millions of gallons of waters before they enter the estuaries of the Chesapeake Bay.
Where’d “Zekiah” Come From?
Prior to the arrival of the English colonists, the swamp was a favorite camping and hunting area for the Algonquin Indians. In fact, the present name is derived from the Algonquin-Fox dialect “Sacaya,” meaning “a dense thicket.” Through the years there have been many spellings: “Zachiah,” “Zachia,” “Sakiah,” and now “Zekiah.”
Zekiah Farms
Local seasonal fruits and vegetables are available in the farm store. The store hours are Monday though Friday 2-7 and 10-7 on the weekends. The also sell naturally raised USDA inspected meats. Have a need for a unique gift? They got you covered. They sell local artisans and craftmans items.
According to Zekiah Farms website:
Zekiah Farms makes the perfect place for family, school, youth, or corporate outings. Zekiah Farms has developed programs to help educate and give memorable farm experiences. These programs will not only be educational, but entertaining and fun as well. Our goal is to share an understanding and love for agriculture and the environment.
They have a corn maze in the fall with over 3 miles of pathways. Hayrides, maze challenges, face paintings, a covered picnic area, plenty of free parking, and farm animals. They’ll teach you about the different breeds they raise. Like the cows above :)
How Do I Get There?
Take Route 5 South in Md until you get to the at traffic light on Route 5 (Leonardtown Rd) in Bryantown. Turn left onto Bryantown Road. Proceed approximately 1.0 miles and the farm will be on your left. Their street address is 5235 Bryantown Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20601. You will see two white barns with greens roofs and don’t forget… it’s a farm… wear appropriate clothes and shoes.
Cindy and David Thorne
Zekiah Farms, LLC.
P.O. Box 784
Phone 240-216-4065
Fax 301-579-2635
info@zekiahfarms.com