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A girls' trip to Brimfield

Two easy days, one shared hunt list and plenty of breaks.

Brimfield is big, and decision fatigue sets in fast. A group does best with a shared list, a meeting spot and a slower pace than you think you need.

Day by day

The plan

Tuesday: start easy

  1. MorningQuaker AcresFree, central and easy to navigate. Agree on a hunt list before you split up.
  2. MiddayA long breakSit down, compare finds and decide what to go back for. Skipping breaks is the most common mistake.
  3. AfternoonMidway Antiques or Green AcresPick one more field and stop while you still have energy.

Wednesday: go bigger

  1. 9 amHeart-O-The-MartOpening day, $10 admission. Take a wagon and a tape measure.
  2. AfternoonShip what won't fitArrange shipping for large pieces instead of loading the car.

Route

Your stops in order

  1. Quaker Acres
  2. A long break
  3. Midway Antiques or Green Acres
  4. Heart-O-The-Mart
  5. Ship what won't fit

Good to know

Practical notes

  • Pick a meeting spot in each field in case phones lose signal. Our field map works with no signal.
  • Negotiation is normal. Be reasonable, and be ready to walk.
  • Cash is still the default. Card and check acceptance vary a lot by dealer.
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