The Friends of Adams Farm (FOAF) is a group of area residents dedicated to preserving the idyllic environment that is Adams Farm for future generations to enjoy. Every year, we see more and more encroachment on our town and neighborhoods in both building and traffic explosions. We feel we owe our grandchildren's grandchildren the chance to experience what life, the environment, local history, and geography were like in the past.

Working closely with the Adams Farm Committee (a 7-member committee appointed by the town to oversee the Farm) and the Walpole Selectmen, FOAF raises money to fund the maintenance and enhancement of the Farm property. FOAF is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation with a current membership of close to 340 families.

It is our intent, according to our Charter, to work toward the preservation and enhancement of the Farm for the citizens of Walpole. A few examples of preservation include fence mending and painting, trail clearing, brush clearing for fire prevention, and forestry management. Many enhancements have been suggested such as trail signage, historical site signage, picnic sites, and garden plots to attract birds. The potential list is long, but it is our intention not to allow anything that would change the basic character of Adams Farm.

Not to be confused with the Friends of Adams Farm, which is their fundraising arm, the Adams Farm Committee is a seven-member committee appointed by the Board of Selectmen. The Adams Farm Committee has the responsibility of overseeing the use and maintenance of Adams Farm, including the ongoing monitoring of forestry and wildlife resources of the property, and of making recommendations to the Selectmen, Town Meeting, and other appropriate parties regarding matters relating to Adams Farm.

The Adams Farm Committee also maintains and promotes the relationship with and between New England Forestry, the Norfolk County Agricultural School, and other abutters. The Committee participated in the formation of the Friends of Adams Farm, recognizing that an independent group would better be able to provide fundraising for projects that enhance people's enjoyment of Adams Farm.