Q. Do you have restroom facilities?
A. Oh, we thought you'd never ask. (Kidding!) You've been asking for years for more and better restrooms, and we're thrilled to share the Potty Barn. You'll find it located on the route between the store and the Feed Bunk. Red barn, big sign, can't miss it! Family restrooms with cute, kid-sized toilets, too!
Q. How much is admission and what's included?
A. Get the answer.
Q. Can I shop the store without paying admission?
A. Yes.
Q. Can I pick my own apples without paying admission?
A. Yes. Visit the store to get started.
Q. Which apple is good for pie, crisp, caramel apples, etc.?
A. Get the answer.
Q. How does it work when I pick my own apples? Where do I get a bag? Which apples can I pick?
A. Get the answer.
Q. Are your apples organic?
A. We are not organic. If we had a choice, we would not spray our trees. It's simply not an option with so many insects and different diseases pressuring our crop. We spray as little as possible to get by, enough to have good-quality fruit. You don't want a worm in your apple, and Steve doesn't want to have to be in the sprayer.
Q. What do you do with your seconds?
A. Our seconds—apples with bruises or blemishes—are sold at a discount in our store.
Q. Is your apple cider pasteurized?
A. Yes.
Q. What are your most popular apples?
A. Honeycrisp and Jonathan
Q. Why do the Honeycrisp apples cost more?
A. They are our premier apple. They are harder to grow than our other varieties and are also in higher demand.
Q. How long do apples last once purchased?
A. Apples need moisture to stay fresh. We recommend you keep your apples in a crisper drawer in your fridge. To keep them moist, place a small cup of water in the drawer with them. In doing so, your apples will stay fresh for 4-6 weeks.
Q. How many pounds are in a bushel or a peck?
A. 1/4 peck = 3 lbs. | 1/2 peck = 6 lbs. | 1 peck = 12 lbs. | 1/2 bushel = 24 lbs. | 1 bushel = 48 lbs.
Q. Is your fudge homemade?
A. Yes, we make our own fudge from scratch!
Q. How long should we plan for to enjoy the orchard and all the farmyard activities?
A. If you are coming with children, plan for at least 2-3 hours to enjoy all that the orchard has to offer!
Q. What forms of payment do you accept?
A. We accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover. We also accept purchase orders for tour groups.
Q. Do you have an ATM available?
A. No, but all purchases (except apples for the apple sling shot) can be paid for with credit/debit cards.
Q. What is the difference between going to the orchard on a weekday vs. weekend?
A few things are not operating or available during the week—hayrides, apple sling slot, and toddler train, for example.
Q. How far do I have to walk between activities?
A. The orchards, pumpkin patch, and activities are spread over 25 acres. There will be some walking involved to get to and from the activities. There is a hayride (which is handicap accessible) that transports to and from certain activities. Wear comfy shoes, and feel free to bring your own wagon or stroller for kids. We have a limited number of wagons available.
Q. Can my dog come along?
A. Please don't bring your dog. While we love dogs, it's safest for everyone (dogs, too) that way.
Q. Is Center Grove Orchard family owned and operated?
A. Yes, it is (with the help of an amazing staff)! Learn more here.
Q. What are the baking instructions for the frozen pie/crisp/dumpling?
A. Get the answer.
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