Fall in New England is something to behold. For me it's the most wonderful time of the year. The crisp air is so refreshing after a hot, humid summer. We try to pack every weekend full of fun stuff. Last Saturday was apple picking.
Originally our plan was to go for a bit of a drive up through the white mountains of New Hampshire. That way we could kill two birds with one stone: leaf peeping and apple picking all in one! We left early hoping to beat any traffic, but within five miles away from our house we were stuck. And it got worse. And worse. Stop and go. Our 2 hour trip was turning into 4-5 hours. Gag.
We changed plans. I looked up the closest apple farm: Mack's Apples in Londonderry, New Hampshire. We took the next exit and were on our way.
Macks' Apples is family owned and operated since 1732. That blows my mind. There was an old barn converted into a store and four apple orchards to choose from. We picked our favorites, Cortland and Macintosh, and a few other varieties. We finished the trip with donuts and fresh apple cider. Yum!
Monday the girls were out of school for Columbus Day, so we made applesauce. They were great helpers. And the applesauce is amazing. The trick will be to not eat it all right away!
New England Fall: may you linger as long as possible!
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