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Thornless Blackberry Season Opening
Blackberry U-Pick Season opens at Quarteramish farm on July 17th. Hours 7:30-7:00 daily. Closed July 19th. Pre-picked berries are available with reservation. Bring your own containers or we will provide picking trays. Children are welcome to pick with adult supervision. … Continue reading
Red Raspberries are the Taste of Summer
We just finished the rush of our county 4H fair! I love fair week; and I’m glad it’s over till next year. When we finally got back to tending the farm, we discovered the red raspberries beginning to ripen. Looks … Continue reading
Taking Reservations for blackberry picking slots
The sun has come out and the berries are ripening at a quicker pace. Quarter Amish is now taking reservations for blackberry picking slots for the week of July 15-20th. If you are interested in reserving an appointment please contact … Continue reading
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Pick Your Own Blackberries!
Last year began an adventure on our farm. My husband, the horticulturist, built a high-tunnel greenhouse and together we planted two hundred thorn-less blackberry plants along with some red raspberries. We tended and nurtured the plants, and with great anticipation, … Continue reading
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Squeaky clean and loving it…
I made a batch of soap before Christmas I was so excited about, I could hardly wait the four weeks required to complete the cure, before using it. I used my standard olive oil and goat milk soap recipe but … Continue reading
Olive Oil Soap Recipe
I have been asked to share a soap recipe and I thought Olive Oil would be a good choice. I love its gentleness and the luxury of a rich lather. One of Life’s Simple Pleasures for me is showering with … Continue reading