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U-Pick FAQ

What do I need to do to u-pick?

When you arrive at our farm stand, please park in the lot and check in at the farmstand. Head to the u-pick check-in area just outside and ring the bell for service if there isn’t a staff member already there. There you will receive instructions and buckets if you did not bring your own. Sometimes we need to limit the number of buckets that can be checked out at once, so it’s helpful if you bring your own take-home containers and transfer your pickings into them as you go (just get them weighed to establish a tare ahead of time). Please do not take our buckets home with you! When you are finished picking, return to the outside u-pick area to weigh, transfer your pickings into take-home containers (we appreciate it if you bring your own), return buckets, and pay.

Can I pick into my own buckets/containers?

Yes, absolutely! You are more than welcome to bring your own buckets or containers and it may even save some time and hassle at checkout. The weight of containers will be subtracted from the total. We can get a tare weight on your containers before you head out to pick, or we’re usually pretty good at estimating.

What can I pick and when?

We offer u-picking on various crops throughout the summer and fall, usually the following at these approximate times: select varieties of apples (August–December), Bartlett pears (August–Early September), tomatoes and basil (August–mid-October), select varieties of peppers (September–October). Please DO NOT pick anything other than what you have received instructions to pick. This includes other varieties of the crop you’re picking. If you’re instructed to pick Anaheim peppers, for example, do not pick bell peppers (which are often not available for u-pick) unless you have been given permission. We hate to see people pay for under-ripe produce, which is often what happens when u-pickers don’t follow instructions. Due to their delicate nature and difficulty of determining ripeness, we don’t offer u-picking on peaches or nectarines, so as tempting as they look, please do not stop to pick peaches on your way to the apple orchards.

Do I need to bring anything special?

No, but it is helpful if you bring your own containers to transport your pickings home. You are welcome to pick into your own containers if you’d like as well—be sure to get a tare weight on your empty containers when you check in if you’ll be picking into your own—but we also have buckets available to check out. We do have to-go bags and boxes if you forget your own take-home containers.

We take various forms of payment, so there’s no need to stop at the ATM. You will want to dress for the weather and dress to get dirty. Even when it’s sunny, there may be muddy spots from irrigation or recent rain, so wear comfortable, mud-ready shoes. Later in the season, there are plenty of bees and wasps in the orchards, so closed-toe shoes are recommended (really they’re a good idea at all times) and you may need to take special precautions or avoid picking at those times if you are allergic. Water, sun-hats, and sunscreen are recommended!

Am I allowed to sample while I’m picking?

Absolutely! But within reason. Apart from a few samples, please only pick what you plan to pay for. If you want sorted produce, we provide that already picked in the farm stand. Or you can be choosy while you pick. Please no sorting in the orchard or field before you pay. Of course, if you pick something and find that it has a rotten spot, feel free to discard it.

Are pets allowed at the farm?

Unfortunately, no. We know how much people love their fur babies (we have several of our own!), but unfortunately, due to health and safety regulations, pets must remain in your vehicle at all times. This applies to all areas of our farm including orchards, veggie beds, the parking lot, inside our farmstand, etc.

Can I schedule my engagement/maternity/senior/family photos at your farm?

We get a lot of requests, but unfortunately, we're just not set up to accommodate both photography sessions and normal operations. A few casual phone photos are fine, but we don't allow photoshoots.