From Orchard to Table

Apple Picking, Family Time, and Fall Colours

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For Dr Marianne Furtado de Nazareth, a month-long holiday in South Carolina offered more than just family time—it opened the door to quiet moments in nature. One autumn weekend, her son planned a visit to an apple farm, giving her a chance to indulge in her fondness for apple picking. From apple cider donuts to hands-on learning in the orchard, the experience captured the essence of autumn. In her own words, it was a weekend that blended learning, leisure, and lasting memories!

I was on holiday for a month with my son and his family in Greenville, South Carolina and come the weekend, he found time to take me out to various nature spots. It was the weekend and knowing my penchant for apple picking, my son, Andrew booked a trip to Jeter Mountain Farm.

A Scenic Drive amid Golden Autumn Foliage

Jeter Mountain Farm is a popular family-owned u-pick (pick your own) orchard offering a variety of fruits and activities during their open season (typically July through October, and some Christmas dates). Located just minutes away from downtown historic Hendersonville and Brevard, it is also a quick trip from Asheville or Greenville in South Carolina. We were driving up from Greenville and being autumn, the drive up too was outstanding with all the trees dressed in their autumn colours.

"It is free to visit the farm, and no reservation is required," said Andrew. "Once there, one can pay to participate in whatever activity they choose, through the children's play area, live bluegrass music, and breathtaking surrounding mountain views which are always free!"

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