Seed Library Lunch and Learn with Mt. Airy Orchards

Join us on Wednesday November 8th from 12-1pm for a lunch and learn with Mt Airy Orchards and a chance to sample different varieties of apples.

Please remember to bring your own lunch and register at the following link: https://forms.gle/XRX9w7gfAwnGjJ4r8

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own an orchard? A pretty easy job, right? Yes, you must prune your trees, and mow occasionally throughout the spring and summer. But between these necessary jobs, there is plenty of down time to relax by the pool and watch the fruit grow. Fall is a bit busier; the apples must be picked. But blessed winter! During those long, cold, and dark months, there is ample time to nap and read books.

If any of this was true, there would be more farmers in the world! Farming is a labor intensive, year-around, relentless profession. Join us on November 8 to discover what it takes to run Mt. Airy Orchards, located just minutes from the Messiah Campus. Mt Airy grows and sells multiple varieties of berries, peaches, plums, and apples. They also successfully operate a Community Supported Agriculture Program (CSA), an Agritourism business including summer programs for children, a play area with a fall corn maze, pick your own fruit, homemade baked goods, a retail store, ice cream and homemade meals, local artisan’s talents, and the list continues! We will walk through a typical year and the challenges each season offers. As a bonus, Mt Airy grows over 20 different varieties of apples, several of which will be available for sampling! Join us to discover your new favorite apple!