Activities for September 21-22, 2013
Hood River Valley is famous throughout the nation and the world for its wonderful pears. Autumn is the perfect
time to take a leisurely drive on the back roads of the Hood River
Valley, the largest pear growing region in the U.S. During the peak of
pear harvest, fruit stands and attractions all along the valley's scenic Fruit Loop celebrate with special activities.
Sample more than 18 varieties of pears, enjoy pear desserts,
artisan foods, a glass of pear wine, live music, a corn maze, and more.
Family fun on the Farm
at Draper Girls Country Farm
September 3-30
Experience the Farm with your family. Our largest selection of fruit for U-picking. We offer peaches, nectarines, plums, pears, raspberries, apples featuring Honey Crisp. Our country market features our non-pasteurized apple cider, varieties of fruit and vegetables, jams, jellies, honey, gifts and Grandma's famous cinnamon-sugar dried apples. www.drapergirlscountryfarm.com or call 541-352-6625.
Oat Couture Vests Trunk Show
at Foothills Yarn & Fiber
September 7-22
Oat Couture designs provide handworkers of all levels of experience with delightful and gratifying projects for themselves, their families, and their friends. Come see this trunk show of knitted and crocheted vests designed by Annie Dempsey of Jacksonville, Oregon and meet our alpacas and their newest babies.
Desserts Galore! at Kiyokawa Family Orchards
September 21-22
This is one you don't want to miss! A spread of delectable desserts made with our finest apples, pears, and peaches. Take home recipes and make a sweet creation of your own! Spend the day with a picnic, orchard tours, hay wagon rides, and lots of family fun! Free wine tasting. www.mthoodfruit.com or call 541-352-7115
Fruit Loop Farms with Pears
Apple Valley Country Store & Bakery
Aubert Fruit Company
Draper Girls Country Farm
Grandma Mary's Fruit and Produce
Kiyokawa Family Orchards & Fruit Stand
Mt View Orchards Inc & Fruit Stand
Packer Orchards & Bakery
Rasmussen Farms
Smiley's Red Barn
The Fruit Company
The Gorge White House
