Now that school’s out for summer, what are you and your kids going to do to fill the days? How about berry picking? It gets everyone outside, burns energy, and at the end you get a reward for your efforts. Few things are better than a delicious, juicy summer strawberry or just-picked, fresh blueberry. Aside from the health benefits of the berries, the memories you make sharing this activity with your kids will last a lifetime. Who knows – you may start an annual summer tradition. Below you will find some top picks for picking:
Spencer Farm: Noblesville; Hours: 9a-7p Monday thru Saturday, 12p-6p Sunday; offers U-pick and pre-picked strawberries. Be sure to stop by the farm store for a generous selection of additional produce and sweet treats.
Waterman’s Family Farm: Greenwood and Indianapolis; visit the Indy location on Raymond St. June 6-7 for their Strawberry Jam celebration to kick off the season, with live performances, community vendors, games, & food. Indy location open late May through early November, 8a-8p; Greenwood location open Strawberry and Pumpkin season only – contact the farm directly for hours.
Driving Wind Blueberry Farm: located off Michigan Rd. in Indianapolis, this urban farm is slated to have blueberries for picking in July. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Bell’s Strawberry Farm: If you’re in the mood for a day trip, this farm, located halfway between Indy and Dayton, OH, currently offers pre-picked strawberries, with U-pick beginning soon, once the berries ripen. Open 8a-7p Monday through Saturday. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Enjoy and share your favorite summer berry recipe in the comments!