In Clark County – It’s the Berries if U-Pick!
Brrr. It's been chilly.
Okay, so we had some very cool weather in the Pacific Northwest (second wettest in history) and it seemed like summer would never come. The wet and cold has delayed the cherry and strawberry harvests this year – but it’s not all bad.
Life is just a bowl of Cherries.
It created a perfect ripening season for cherries, which has actually produced sweeter fruit. Which brought to mind that song: “Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries”, which encourages you to not take things too seriously and to “Keep repeating: It’s the Berries”.
U-Picks!
And so, with the warmer weather finally here, Pick Your Own or U-Pick farms are now in full swing for strawberries, blueberries and other great produce. This is a great way to not only save money, but also to get the freshest produce available. Plus, you can turn it into a fun adventure with the kids.
We're Lucky.
If you’re not sure where to go in your state, head to pickyourown.org, We are lucky in Clark County, being surrounded by plenty of agriculture – U-Pick farms are abundant in spite of the continuing encroachment of suburban development. Most places offer blueberry picking, but many include strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and tree fruit – apples and peaches.
Organic is Good Best.
Many also offer exclusively organic-grown produce, while some certify low-pesticide use. Most offer huge discounts for larger purchases. But don’t worry about storage – there are instructions for canning and preserving the extra amounts right on the web site. So, this year, it’s better late than never – now is the time to get out and pick your own produce. In Clark County – It’s the Berries if U-Pick.
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