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Fruitful News
  Carter Mountain Orchard andChiles Peach Orchard 
April 14, 2009
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In This Issue
Carter Mountain Orchard
Chiles Peach Orchard and Farm Market
Spring Valley Orchard
 
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Dear Friends,


Spring has sprung - the signs are everywhere!  It's been a busy winter, and we have lots of exciting news for you.  Read on to see what's new for you this year at your favorite orchards - Carter Mountain, Chiles Peach Orchard, and Spring Valley Orchard! 
Carter Mountain Orchard
 
Talk about spring cleaning!  We've been pruning and planting in the orchard, all to make for a great experience for you.  The peaches have bloomed, the apples are just starting to show their beautiful flowers, and all signs point to spring.
 
Peach Blossoms
 
Inside the barn, we've been just as busy.  We've cleaned and painted, put in a new ceiling and better lights, and brought in more and better inventory.  This is all in anticipation of a new tradition at Carter Mountain - Spring hours!  Beginning THIS Friday, April 17th, Carter Mountain Orchard will be open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10-5!  So many of you have asked to come up on the mountain during the spring to see the bloom, shop our Country Store, and get some of our yummy baked goods.  We listened, and are eagerly anticipating your visit! 
The Carter Mountain Wine Shop and Tasting Room will be open on Saturdays and Sundays - come try and buy the delicious Carter Mountain and Prince Michel wines.  We guarantee you'll find something to your liking!
 
 
Our Bakery will be fixing up some pies, cookies, and donuts!  Now you can get these treats in the spring!
 
Carter Mountain has also joined the social networking craze.  We want to keep you up to date with what's happening at the orchard.  Follow our blog, and you will always know what's picking, cooking, and tasting!
 
 
Do you want to see us on Twitter or Facebook?  Let us know!
 
We hope to see you THIS weekend!  The apple blooms will be starting to peak.  It's definitely a sight to see.
 
Carter Mountain Orchard
Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
10-5
View from Carter Mountain
Chiles Peach Orchard
 
We've been just as busy at Chiles Peach Orchard!  We've pruned the trees, covered and uncovered the strawberry plants (depending on the weather) and are starting to get the market ready for a new season.  The peach trees have been beautiful this spring, with gorgeous pink blooms. 
 March 2008 Peach Bloom
 
The strawberry plants are looking great, with lots of blooms and berries.  We hope the first berries will be ripe in early May.Strawberries in Bloom
 
Our market will officially open for the season on Friday, May 1st!   
 
 
 
 

 

 

Learning about StrawberriesWe are still taking reservation for pre-school and elementary field trips for strawberry picking!  Come for a day filled with education and fun!  Click here for more information
and to sign your group up!
 
 
 
Want to stay up-to-date with what's happening at Chiles Peach Orchard?  Visit our new blog to stay in the know!
 
 
Chiles Peach Orchard
Crozet VA
Season Opening Friday, May 1st
Mon - Sat 9-6
Sundays 10-5
Spring Valley Orchard
Cherry Bloom
Many of you visited our new location for sweet cherries, Spring Valley Orchard, last summer.  We're planning to open again for cherry season, which should begin in early June. 
 
Stay tuned to your e-mail for ripening dates!  
 
 
Thank You!
As you can see, we've been busy, and are eagerly anticipating seeing you again this season.  We look forward to seeing you soon!
 
Sincerely,
The Chiles Family
Carter Mountain Orchard
Chiles Peach Orchard
  Spring Valley Orchard