Today’s post is from our foodie contributor, Tinsley over @ CookingShorts.com. Her blog is “designed to bring short recipes and good food to your table.” What a great mission!

Fall is here and the leaves are starting to fall. Do you know what that means? It’s time to go APPLE PICKING! U-pick farms are awesome family activity to remind us where our food comes from. If you’ve never been before, be sure to check them out early fall. It’s a wonderful way to spend with family and /or friends.

Now what are you waiting for? Get outside, breathe the fresh air and enjoy apples!

Always – Tinsley

Pick-Your-Own Farms – Find an apple orchard near you

Apple Variety Directory – Learn about the many varieties of apples

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