October 6, 7, 8 Update

October 6, 7, 8: Columbus Day weekend already!? Time for our annual fall harvest festival we affectionately call the Harvest Hoedown…We will have APPLE picking for Saturday and Sunday and possibly Monday (but not guaranteed). Several varieties will be available including Spencer, Red and Yellow Delicious, Fuji, Mutsu, Granny Smith, Empire, Northern Spy, Russet and of course, Honeycrisp! Some varieties are limited in supply and we cannot guarantee all will be available when you come to pick. Pick your own Pumpkins (hayride purchase required) is scheduled as long as the weather permits. Pick your own hours are 9am-4pm. Piles of pumpkins and other apple choices as well as our own cider, vegetables (our own corn and tomatoes!), pumpkins, mums, and other fall plantings and decorations are also available at the farm stand. We still have our own homegrown garlic available as well. The “Hoedown” festivities include live music, pony rides, hayrides, food and fun for the kids. Please note: You MUST purchase a bag before entering the orchard to pick. There is a 10 lb minimum purchase for pick your own. A 20lb bag is also available. Larger groups may be subject to a greater minimum purchase requirement. Please pick only what you paid for! Please do not overfill bags, stuff your pockets or pick and drop apples simply for the sake of doing something. Once the apples are off the tree we can no longer sell them. If the weekend weather is ideal, there could be a large crowd so please be patient. We have 4+ acres of parking available and numerous staff on hand but some waiting time should be expected. Warmer weather could also increase bee activity. Please dress appropriately (no open toed shoes) and be prepared if you are allergic. That should cover all the basics for this weekend however more picking information, policies, recipes, etc. can be found on our apple picking website page at www.cnsmithfarminc.com. Thank you for your cooperation and support of local agriculture. ~CN Smith Farm Apple Team