🍓 Ottawa's Sweetest Summer Tradition
Shouldice Berry Farm Picking Guide Every summer, strawberry season in Ottawa is a must-do! We visited the famous Shouldice Berry Farm & Market for a sunny, soul-soothing DIY strawberry adventure. 🌿 📍 Location: 2110 Merivale Rd, Nepean, ON K2G 3N4 (20 mins from downtown, huge free parking lot) ⏰ Season: June–July | Hours: 8AM–8PM daily 💰 Pricing (pay upfront, cash/debit): • Large basket: 30•Medium:22 • Small: $12 (we got this—perfect for 2 people!) 👩🌾 Pro Tips: 1️⃣ Walk to the BACK fields—best berries hide there! (Bring a foldable stool if you can) 2️⃣ Sun protection ESSENTIAL: Hat + sunscreen + water (but no mosquitoes—yay!) 3️⃣ Pick the ruby-red ones—extra juicy giants lurk under leaves! 4️⃣ Fridge immediately post-picking (sprinkle sugar/honey if not sweet enough) ✨ Why We Loved It: ✅ Insanely fresh berries (some still glistening with morning dew!) ✅ Kid-friendly + great for groups ✅ No-frills, authentic farm vibes 🍓 Calling all berry lovers! Gather friends/family for this sweet summer ritual. 📍 Shouldice Berry Farm #OttawaStrawberries #PickYourOwn #OttawaSummer #FamilyFun #UPickFarm #OttawaWeekend #SupportLocal #BerrySeason #OttawaLife