The year I
turned 12 we moved to Ashburnham. My parents bought a beautiful old farmhouse
on 33 acres of land next to an apple orchard. That fall was the first time I
picked (ok stole) an apple right from the tree. The memory of biting into that
tart, crisp macintosh was unforgettable! I don’t think I tasted
anything as good up to that point.
We did get
permission to pick a basket of apples and my Mom made the best apple crumb pie
in the world. It’s still my favorite.
Although that
orchard is now gone there are many great ones still around here. Take time to
walk through a beautiful orchard on a warm September day and pick your own
apple. It’s good for the heart and soul.
Here are links to some of
the best local orchards: Lanni Orchards, Ashby Apples, Bolton
Orchards, Berlin Orchards, Red Apple
Farm, Honey Pot Hill Orchard, Nashoba Winery,
Sholan Farms,
and Carlson
Orchards.
