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GUIDE: Pick-Your-Own Berry Farms

By Meghan Friedland, Editor/Publisher of Macaroni Kid Danbury-Bethel-Ridgefield July 21, 2016

Strawberry season is winding down but blueberry and raspberry season is just beginning! So grab your basket and head to one of these local farms with the kids for a family experience sure to please. We recommend that you call ahead to the farm to confirm crop availability and exact picking times. Have fun! 

Local Farms to Pick Your Own Berries:  

Jones Family Farms, Shelton (Strawberries and Blueberries)*used integrated pest management practices*

Lyman Orchards, Middlefield (Strawberries, Raspberries & Blueberries)

March Farm, Bethlehem (Strawberries, Blueberries & Cherries)

Deeply Rooted Farms, Harwington (Strawberries)

Ellsworth Hill Orchard and Berry Farm, Sharon (Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Peaches, Plums..)
 *used integrated pest management practices*

This one is definitely a day-trip drive, but it's the only organic one we can find. If anyone knows of an organic Pick-your-own berry farm that is closer, please let us know!

Thompspon-Finch Farm, Ancram, NY (Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries) *ORGANIC*