Did I miss the You Pick Blueberries this season?

We will be open for You Pick Blueberries one more weekend in August, the 22nd and 23rd. The hours are 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. Then we will close the You Pick until September 12th. Already picked Blueberries will be available at the Farm Stand which is open daily from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm and at Fairport Farmers Market on Saturday mornings for the rest of the month of August and into September.

We will reopen You Pick Saturday September 12th with Apples, Red Raspberries, Blackberries and late Blueberries. Picking will be available weekends from Saturday September 12th thru Sunday November 1st. Weekday picking may be scheduled by appointment.

How long will the Blueberry season last?

The length of the season for Blueberries depends on the weather. If the temperatures continue to stay cool at night it will delay the ripening so the season will last longer. The increased amount of sun we have been experiencing lately has really sweetened the fruit.

We traditionally have Blueberries on the Farm Stand located at 4572 Lincoln Rd and at Fairport Farmers Market thru the Labor Day weekend.

You Pick will be open every weekend from 7:30am to 2:00pm while the supplies last. Call 315-524-3823 to double check or follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/GandSorchards.

Don’t forget to try the delicious Blueberry crisp recipe on the Blueberry page.

August is the best month for Blueberries!

Be sure to You Pick your Blueberries during the month of August. They are at the peak of perfection. Large, sweet and juicy. If you don't have time for You Pick we have already Picked fruit available at the Farm Stand or Fairport Farmers Market.

Great for fresh eating and baking but they also freeze well. Just wash, drain and place on a cookie sheet in the freezer. Once frozen roll into the storage container and use as needed.

What a treat to have your own local Blueberries in the middle of winter. Pancakes, muffins, crisp, pie, waffles with Blueberry sauce. The possibilities are endless and yummy!

How long will the 2009 You Pick and Picked Sweet Cherry season last?

The last day scheduled for You Pick Sweet Cherries will be Sunday the 2nd of August. After that day you will be able to find Sweet Cherries on the trees but they will be softer than usual and have marks, cracks and splits. As the fruit over ripens the sugars really increase and this causes the fruit to break down much faster.

We do have and will have already Picked Sweet Cherries on the Farm Stand located at 4570 Lincoln Road for the entire Month of August. The fruit was harvested at its peak and held in our cooling facility. This maintains the quality and freshness our customers have come to expect from G and S Orchards.

When and Why is the You Pick closed?

When: every afternoon.

Why: we are a true operating farm and it is necessary to close in order to accomplish the field work.

When: if the fields are very wet or it is raining.

Why: many diseases are transferred in moisture. If you are picking when it is raining or very wet you will move the disease (if there is any) between plants.

Why: the ground compacts when it is walked on during a wet or rainy period.

Why: the fruit you pick will not keep well when picked wet.

Why: certain fruit (raspberries) have less sugar content when picked in the rain.

Why: it is not a pleasant experience for our customers.

Sweet Juicy Huge Blueberries are here!

You Pick Blueberries have started. We also have picked Blueberries on the Farm Stand and at Fairport Farmers Market on Saturday mornings.

Blueberries are an excellent source of Vitamin C and Antioxidants. They are delicious eaten fresh or after being frozen. Watch for future suggestions and recipes for Blueberries. Add your comments if you have a recipe you would like to share.

You Pick etiquette compliments of the North American Blueberry Council!

» Most You Pick farms post a per pound or per bucket rate for Blueberries. If in doubt, ask before you pick.

» Who could resist a sample of Blueberries in the field. But, take it easy! This is how the farmer makes his living. Sample don't eat.

» Wash your hands before and after picking.

» Stay on trails and in between rows. Do not walk or stand on the plant root mounds as it will hurt the growth of the Blueberries.

» Bring your family, tell your friends and have a great time!

What is a “Bonus” day?

When we are able to extend the picking past the normal or average picking time we refer to it as a “Bonus” day. The cool night time temperatures of the last several weeks prevent the strawberries from becoming over ripe. But the sun of the day makes them extra sweet. Get them while they last. Delicious!