I want to come out to pick my own berries.
What do I need to know???
We always encourage people to come and pick their own berries when available. Before you start out to the farm, you will need to bring:
- Containers the most commonly used containers are ice cream buckets or a similar type with handles.
- Sun block, sun hats, drinking water for the field remember it is often several degrees warmer out here in the valley, especially when you are in a sunny, open field.
- The entire family - but not the family dog! Due to food safety
- procedures, dogs are not allowed in any of the fields. Also, since we are short on shaded areas, we do not recommend that you leave them in your vehicles while picking. Please leave Fido at home where he has all his creature comforts.
- Please check in upon arrival where your containers will be weighed. You will be directed to the correct fields for picking.
- Patience we see thousands of people every weekend and sometimes we are a little backed up!
- A change of shoes and clothing just in case the little ones get dirty.
- Don’t forget your wallet – for payment we take cash and debit. Sorry, but we no longer accept personalized cheques.
- Local berries have a short shelf life especially if not refrigerated.
- Remember to take berries home immediately and refrigerate. Berries left in a warm vehicle will start to decay within two hours!
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