2024 West Region, Saskatchewan, Canada Saskatoon U-Pick Farms and Orchards - PickYourOwn.org

Saskatoon U-Pick Orchards in West Region, Saskatchewan, Canada in 2024, by county

Below are the U-Pick orchards and farms for saskatoons that we know of in this area. Not all areas of any state, nor even every state, have saskatoons orchards that are open to the public. If you know of any others, please tell us using the add a farm form!

Remember to always check with the farm's own website or Facebook page before you go - or call or email them if they don't have a website or Facebook page. Conditions at the farms and crops can change literally overnight, so if you want to avoid a wasted trip out there - check with the farm directly before you go! If I cannot reach them, I DON'T GO!

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West Central Region (includes Saskatoon)

• Battle River Berries - Strawberries, saskatoons, raspberries, cherries, haskaps,
  Unknown Road, Battleford, SK . Phone: (306) 937-3333. Open: Our U-Pick is open by appointment only in July and August. Click here for a map and directions. . They don't even have an address. Call ahead for directions. Or find their latitude and longitude on Google maps: 52.629729, 108.422699. We started by planting strawberries and raspberries and have since added saskatoons, sour cherries and haskap. We also started lily breeding in 2009 and plan on selling bulbs starting 2012. We sell our fresh products and lilies on the farm and at the North Battleford farmers market.
• Crocus Grove Farm - cherries, raspberries (red), saskatoons,
  G S 907 Comp 1 R R 9, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1P3. Phone: 306-477-0034. Email: engelberry@gmail.com. Open: from 7 in the morning till dusk until the berries are all picked I have running water to wash your hands before and after picking berries and we hope you enjoy your outing in our berry patch. Directions: 25 km east of Saskatoon on number 5 highway,watch for signs turn right and come 5 kilometers and you will see the orchard on your left and side, Hope to see you in July. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . . We put our signs up on #5 and #16 highways east of Saskatoon when the saskatoons are ready;We are open
• Crystal Beach Orchards - raspberries (red), saskatoons, Other fruit or veg,
  Se 11-32-12 West Of The 3rd, Harris, SK S0L 1K0. Phone: 306-270-5699. Email: teneille@crystalbeachorchards.ca. Open: July 2nd till August 5th daily 10am till 8pm; Please check facebook for hours after August 5th we will be open till Sunday August 25 but will be close a couple of days a week in Augustundetermined which days. Directions: GPS Coordinates are +51 degrees 43\' 42.28\. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Cheque, Visa, MasterCard, AmEx.
  Crystal Beach Orchards Facebook page. -107 degrees 35\' 30.
• Ol Mill Berries - saskatoons, strawberries, raspberries, sour cherries
  one mile east of the junction of Hwy#1 east and Hwy35 south & one mile south, Qu\'Appelle, SK S0G 4A0. Phone: 306-781-2791. Email: m.demyen@sasktel.net. Open: Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 5pm. Directions: Located east of Regina, Sask. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . . on #1 Hwy at Qu'Appelle. From the junction of Hwy#1 and #35 south go one mile east and then one mile south.
• Rock Your World Orchard - cherries, raspberries (red), saskatoons, strawberries, Other fruit or veg, U-pick and already picked
  From Kindersley Go 1 Mile East And 1 Mile South, Kindersley, SK S0L 1S0. Phone: 306-460-4442. Email: scjackson@sasktel.net. Open: mid July to mid August; We live right beside our orchard, so people simply call us and let us know when they would like to come and pick. Directions: Drive approximately 1 mile East of Kindersley, Saskatchewan. There is a sign on the South side of Highway 7 that says \'Motherwell Estates\'. Turn South at this sign and drive approximately 1 mile. You will see a sign on the right hand side of the road that says \'Motherwell Estates and U-Pick Orchard\'. Turn right \(West\) and drive to the orchard on your left hand side. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. 07876/">. . Drive approximately 1 mile East of Kindersley, Saskatchewan. There is a sign on the South side of Highway 7 that says 'Motherwell Estates'. Turn South at this sign and drive approximately 1 mile. You will see a sign on the right hand side of the road that says 'Motherwell Estates and U-Pick Orchard'. Turn right (West) and drive to the orchard on your left hand side.
• Saskatoon Berry Farm - saskatoons
  830 Valley Road, Saskatoon, SK . Phone: 306-978-9797. Open: Monday to Friday 11 am to 8 Pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 8 Pm. Click here for a map and directions. . Gift shop and a coffee shop featuring home baked Saskatoon Berry Pies. U-pick situated on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River. 40-Acre Saskatoon Berry orchard overlooking the South Saskatchewan River. Pick your own Saskatoon Berries or buy them picked for you. BE SURE TO CALL BEFORE YOU GO - their website is down, so they may no longer be in business.
• Strawberry Ranch, Inc - corn maze, saskatoons
  325 Valley Road, Saskatoon, SK . Phone: (306) 384-4842. Email: info@strawberryranch.ca. Open: July - September; Please call ahead. Click here for a map and directions.
  Strawberry Ranch, Inc Facebook page. . The Strawberry Ranch and The Maze Facebook page. We are shifting gears here at the Ranch and need to inform you that we will no longer be growing strawberries.
• Symmetree Orchard - apples, cherries, saskatoons,
  4 Miles West Of Luseland On Secondary Highway 771, Luseland, SK S0L 2A0. Phone: (306) 372-4954. Email: kickingcows@hotmail.com. Open: Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 8 pm; Saturday and Sunday, from 7 am to 5 pm. Directions: Take highway 31 past Luseland and then turn west onto secondary highway 771. Drive 4 miles \(6.7 kilometers\) and turn south at the Symmetree Orchard sign. Drive 200 meters and use the first driveway to approach the fenced orchard. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Cheque. . Take highway 31 past Luseland and then turn west onto secondary highway 771. Drive 4 miles (6.7 kilometers) and turn south at the sign. Drive 200 meters and use the first driveway to approach the fenced orchard.
• Topp Berry Farm - Apples, asparagus, cherries, raspberries, rhubarb, saskatoons, strawberries,
  Near White City, White City, SK S4L 5B1. Phone: 306-536-9694. Email: toppberryfarm@sasktel.net. Open: Mid May to June 30 - By appointment. Directions: At intersection of Highways #1 & #48 \(east side of White City\), exit to N service road; 1km E, 2.7 km N. Orchard on E side. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. . Fax: 306-771-2965. . July to Mid August, call ahead for hours or check our web-site. At intersection of Highways #1 & #48 (east side of White City), exit to N service road; 1km E, 2.7 km N. Orchard on E side. Crops are usually available in June, July, August. Chokecherries also available.
• U-We Pick Saskatoon Berries Grandora - saskatoons, U-pick and already picked
  Cameron Hill Road, Grandora, SK S0K 1V0. Phone: 306-250-7462. Email: tfincaryk@sasktel.net. Open: during daylight hours; On hot days we close from 11am to 1 pm; to avoid sunstroke! We are open 7 days a week until our berry crop comes off! We set up an outdoor shower to cool off in! So wear your swim suit if you would like to cool down while you pick your berries!. Directions: 8 miles or 14 km. west of Saskatoon on highway #14 on Cameron Hill Road. Watch for signs!. . Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. .

 

Saskatoon

Saskatoon Picking Tips, Recipes and Information

Saskatoons, also known as serviceberries or Juneberries, are delicious and nutritious berries native to North America, mostly in the western Canada and northwestern U.S. . These small blue-purple berries grow on shrubs or small trees and have a unique flavor that is often described as a combination of blueberries, raspberries, and almonds. Here's what you need to know about saskatoons, how to use them, when to harvest them, and how to do it:

Flavor and Uses:

Saskatoons have a pleasantly sweet and slightly tart taste, making them a versatile ingredient in various culinary creations. They can be enjoyed fresh, added to fruit salads, used in baked goods such as pies, muffins, and tarts, or even incorporated into jams, jellies, and sauces. Saskatoon berries also freeze well. They can be substituted for blueberries in recipes.

If you're looking for great, easy to follow recipes to make jam, jelly, freeze or make saskatoon pie from Saksatoons / Juneberries, see these pages:

• How to make saskatoon jam
• How to freeze saskatoons
• World's best and easiest saskatoon pie
• How to Can Saskatoons
• How to make saskatoon jelly
• How to make and can saskatoon syrup
• How to make home-canned saskatoon pie filling to use later
• Saskatoon buckle coffee cake: illustrated directions for this great crumb-topping saskatoon coffee cake

Harvesting Season:

The exact timing of saskatoon berry harvest can vary depending on your location and climate, but it generally occurs in the summer months. In most regions, you can expect to start harvesting saskatoons from late June to early August. Keep an eye on the berries as they ripen to determine the best time for harvesting.

Determining Ripeness:

Ripe saskatoon berries are plump, firm, and have a deep purple-blue color. They should come off the plant easily when gently pulled or twisted. Look for berries that have a uniform color and avoid those that are still green or red. Taste a few berries to ensure they have reached the desired sweetness before harvesting the entire crop.

How to pick or harvest:

To harvest saskatoon berries, simply hold the branch beneath the cluster of ripe berries and gently pluck them off with your fingers. It's best to place a container or basket beneath the branch to catch the berries as they fall.

The easiest and fastest way to pick them is hold your bucket under them in one hand and with your other hand, cup a ripe bunch and gently rub them with your fingers.  The ripe berries will drop into your bucket, while the unripe ones will remain attached to the bush.

Be careful not to squeeze or crush the berries while harvesting to maintain their shape and quality.

Handling and Storage:

Handle saskatoon berries with care as they are delicate and can bruise easily. After harvesting, sort through the berries and remove any damaged or overripe ones. Store the freshly picked berries in a shallow container, preferably in a single layer, to prevent crushing and allow for proper airflow. Refrigerate the berries and consume them within a few days for optimal freshness. If you have an abundant harvest, consider freezing the berries for longer-term storage.

• Once picked, don't place the berries, still warm from the sun, in a closed bag or container. Leave the container open so moisture doesn't form in the container.
• Don't wash berries until just before using, to prevent berries from becoming mushy.
• Chill berries soon after picking to increase shelf life. Store your fresh saskatoons in the refrigerator as soon as you get them home, without washing them, in a covered bowl or storage container. If refrigerated, fresh-picked saskatoons will keep 10 to 14 days.
• Freeze berries in freezer containers without washing to keep the skins from toughening.  Place berries one layer deep. Freeze, then pour the frozen berries into freezer containers. Because unwashed saskatoons freeze individually, they can be easily poured from containers in desired amounts. Remember both frozen and fresh berries should be rinsed and drained just before serving. Just before using, wash the berries in cold water.

 

 

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