PREPARING TO PICK

There’s no question that taking time to pick your way through an apple orchard is a relaxing way to spend your day, but it also means you’ll be spending most of the day on your feet, walking between trees, and lifting however many bushels of apples you decide to pick. With that said, we suggest wearing a comfortable, supportive pair of shoes to avoid achy legs and feet. You’ll also want to pack other outdoor essentials such as: sunscreen, a jacket, and a good hatto keep the sun off your gourd and glare out of your eyes—you wouldn’t want to miss that prize apple because you couldn’t see it! It also doesn’t hurt to bring a comfortable pair of gloves if you’re planning to pick a few boxes.

WHEN & WHERE TO GO

Knowing when and where to pick apples will vary based on where you live. The good news is that nearly every state has an orchard or two—you’ll just have to do some research to find out which orchards allow you to pick your own apples and when they’re ripe. Apples in Utah are typically harvested in September and run throughout the month of October, making it a perfect fall activity. This year, some of our Kodiak Cakes staff took a visit to one of our favorite local orchards, Rowley’s Red Barn and Mountainland Apples. They were kind enough to let us experience the Golden Delicious apple harvest on their farm. Their small, family-owned farm operates in Santaquin, UT, and they offer all sorts of fun fall family activities!

Not only is a trip to the apple orchard a great way to get outside and enjoy the beautiful fall weather and autumn leaves, but it’s also a great way to show your kids how much fun it can be to get outside and participate in actual farm work! Share your apple-picking adventures with us on social media by tagging us at @kodiakcakes and #kodiakcakes.