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Published July 18, 2016 at 10:07 a.m.
This time of year, fresh berries abound in Vermont. Whether you’re looking to bake a pie or fill your freezer for winter smoothies, berry picking is a fun activity the whole family can get behind. To help sweeten the deal, we’ve compiled a list of pick-your-own blueberry and raspberry farms perfect for little pickers. Before heading out into the fields, here are a few suggestions to make your expedition run smoothly:
- Always call or check the farm's website before you go. Often, farms close for a few days if ripe berries are picked out, or for weather-related reasons. Many farms list up-to-date info on their answering machines or websites.
- Full sun is needed to ripen fruit, so expect little shade. Slather on sunscreen, wear hats and pack plenty of water.
- Not all farms accept debit or credit cards; carry cash or checks.
- A small fee may be charged for boxes, so bringing your own containers is a smart, and eco-friendly, choice. Remember, you’ll be leaving with berries, too, so make some space in your car for your juicy treasures. Toss in a towel to cover your haul on the way home.
- Above all, berry patches are farmers’ homes and livelihoods. Remind your small ones to behave respectfully around berries and bushes — while having fun, of course.
This article was originally published in Seven Days' monthly parenting magazine, Kids VT.
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