In retrospect, it would have been a good idea to call before heading down I-65, but we were so excited, it seemed a bit obsessive. Well, live and learn.After packing up at 7:45am, we headed over to the Barrett's to meet our fellow travelers. Mimi and Emma were ready to go, so we set out for Chilton County, Alabama. Picking strawberries has been on "our list" for a number of years, so we were excited to finally mark it off. The weather was sunny, but cool -- perfect for a couple of hours in a strawberry patch.
After a number of miles down county roads, we arrived at Sunshine Farm - only to realize they were closed due to overpicking the week prior. SAD! It seemed silly to drive all the way back without berries, so we headed over a few miles to Durbin Farms Market and "picked" out some beautful berries. Two gallons later, we hit the road back to Birmingham.
We are still planning on going back in a few weeks, but we sure will call before we go. This trip wasn't a loss, though, we have seven jars of strawberry jam to show for our efforts!
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what a cute pic! there is another place north of town that has lots of good strawberries too. i can't remember the name of it though, cheryl, susan and I went...hope you're well!
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