

Have a Puppy Party in the Barn
We love hosting kids parties at Hurds, and PUPPIES seem to be one of the most popular themes with 2-6 year old's. There are countless activities that kids can do at a puppy themed birthday party for boys or girls. This party took place when the farm was closed to the public outside of our fall season which gave plenty of time and space to convert the whole barn. One of the hardest decisions was would the kids be the puppies at the party or would they be using their stuffed ad


Oh Deer What Could the Matter Be?
When most people think about apple orchards, they picture spring blossoms or fall harvest. Winter feels quiet and still. But as a grower, winter is one of the most important times of year to protect our trees, especially from deer. Our 7th generation family farm has tried a number of different methods to deter deer over the years. One of our past strategies may work best for the backyard apple grower.


How Does Spring Frost Affect Fall Apple Picking?
Here is a list of criteria that affect the outcome of a spring frost.


A Visit to the Sugar Shack
As the snow melts and the days get warmer the delicious sap starts flowing in NY maple trees. There are many local farmers who are...


Christmas Trees 2020
Sadly, Due to Covid Restrictions, we have decided to not have our Santa Sky Dive Event this 2020 Season. We will be OPEN for Choose & Cut...


Drive Thru Bloom Exit
For the first time in Our Family Farm's history we are opening our gates to the public during Apple Blossom Season. Guests will be able...


Fruit Pi
Happy Pi Day! Lets's celebrate the amazing relationship between the circumference and diameter of circles using some fruit from the...


In LOVE Apple Mug Cake
Happy Valentine's Day with the snow almost totally melted away. Melt some hearts and chocolate with this decadent Apple Hug Cake, I mean...

