Like many small towns in colonial New England, Stow was initially a much larger town that eventually separated into smaller cities in the late 1600s. In its humble beginnings, Stow was primarily farm and orchard land until the 1950s. For years, the small town relied on major rivers like the Assabet River, as well as several ponds.
Today, Stow is known for its apple orchards, golf courses, and connection to the Assabet Wildlife Sanctuary. Although these are great for tourists and locals alike, being near the rivers and wildlife sanctuary can sometimes invite unwanted pests like mosquitoes, ticks, and rodents around the residents’ homes and businesses.