NYC Weekend Escape: Blueberry Picking at Fishkill Farms!

Just spent the perfect morning at Fishkill Farms with friends—here’s the scoop for fellow NYC adventurers! 🎟️ Ticket Deal $24 for 2 people (up to 5 people can share 2 pints of berries!). 10 AM slot = cooler temps + fewer crowds. 🫐 Berry-Picking Pro Tips Color ≠ ripeness! Many "blue" berries were still tart—look for deep purple hues and easy-to-pick ones (they should fall into your hand). Patience pays off: Took us 1.5 hours to fill our boxes (but the convo + cloud cover made it chill ☁️). Bring: Hat, sunscreen, tote bag, and water! (Shade is scarce.) 🍔 Farm Eats & Drinks Grill menu: Burgers, hot dogs, roasted veggie pasta salad 🥗 Cider Bar: Draft ciders (vegan/gluten-free!), craft beer 🍺, pretzels, cheese boards. (We skipped food this time—next visit for sure!) 📸 Vibes Spacious + uncrowded—ideal for lazy chatting while picking. Photo ops: Rolling hills + berry rows = peak rustic charm. #NYCFarms #BlueberryPicking #HudsonValley #SummerInNY #WeekendVibes #PickYourOwn #NYCGetaway