[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Find a u-pick farm in your area. Now, we admit this is a little work, but blackberry and blueberry picking at berry farms can be a lot of fun.  Find a u-pick farm nearest you at http://www.pickyourown.org/OK.htm

LIVESAY ORCHARDS

39232 231st Street South, Porter

918-483-2102

Pick your own peaches, apples, and pumpkins out on the farm! Peaches are available beginning in late June through Mid-August (depending on the harvest) and apples start in late August and go through early October. Pick your own is not open every day so please call for availability.

ENDICOTT FARMS – MOUNDS

211th Between Harvard & Lewis, Liberty-Mounds

918-344-4582

With juicy blueberries available from mid to late June and blackberries from late June to early July, you’ll be able to make a unique blueberry pie or blackberry cobbler from the stash of nearly a dozen varieties you collect. Endicott Farms also has seasonal pecans perfect for a nutty topping.

GIBSON GARDENS – BIXBY

18406 S 73rd East Ave, Bixby

(918) 638-3858

Scrumptious U-pick Strawberries In May!  Delicious, large Blackberries in June! “Tomatoes grown for that old-time Flavor” from mid-June through October! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/Gibson.Gardens.

THUNDERBIRD BERRY FARM – BROKEN ARROW

32100 E 71st St, Broken Arrow

(918) 640-7168

Thunderbird Berry Farm in Broken Arrow is open from May through August offering a plethora of different types of produce ripe for the picking. Get your hands on some asparagus in April, sweet strawberries in May, plump blueberries in June and tart blackberries in July. Thunderbird Berry Farm is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning, but feel free to stop by any other day as long as you have an appointment first.

BERRYHILL BLUEBERRIES

5312 W. 41st St, Tulsa

918-794-9029

We have 12 varieties of blueberries and we do NOT use pesticides, only a mild fertilizer and PH balancer.  We charge $4/pound for pick your own.

All proceeds go to Medical Missions with SoulTeam. Giving sight to those in need, in Central America.

OWASSO CHRISTMAS TREE AND BLACKBERRY FARM

11039 N 129th E Ave
Owasso, OK   74055
Phone: (918) 272-9445

Blackberry and Blueberry picking season usually begins the 1st of June and usually ends the middle of July.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

Skillet Berry Cobbler Recipe

• 4 cups your choice of fresh berries (I used blackberries & raspberries)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a 10 inch cast iron skillet, toss together berries, sugar, 1/2 cup flour, cornstarch and salt. Smooth berry into an even layer.
3. In a stand mixer with paddle attachment, add the 1 cup flour, oats, sugar, salt and cinnamon. Add the butter and mix until texture is coarse clumps and mixture will hold together in clumps when you squeeze it with your hand.
4. Spread topping evenly on top of berry mixture with your hand and press it down lightly.
5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream!

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Here are some tips and tricks for getting the most out of your u-pick experience in Oklahoma.

Keep cool and arrive early.

Many u-pick farms have early hours, and it’s best to get out when the Oklahoma sun is greeting you instead of at its peak in the middle of the day. The berries and fruit are freshest then, and you’ll also get first dibs for being an early bird.

Don’t forget your containers.

Bring a shallow container for picking so the weight of the berries on top won’t crush the ones on the bottom. Some places provide picking containers and take home bags, so call ahead to double check. If you’re driving quite a ways to get to a farm, a cooler will help your produce stay at its freshest on the ride home.

Come prepared.

The right attire is essential to remaining comfortable while picking berries. Don’t forget to wear long sleeves, pants and a hat. Bug spray and sunscreen are also good ideas as well as gardening gloves. Document your trip with a few snap shots on your digital camera too. Expert tip: Stretch out your back, legs and arms before picking to keep from cramping up while bending over.

Have a plan for your produce.

Read up on canning, making jam, freezing techniques or recipes for the produce you’re going to pick in order to get the most out of your produce while it’s at its peak.

Other general rules.

Follow the farms’ rules on where to pick, how much to pick and when. If u-pick is by appointment, be sure to call ahead. Most importantly, if you need help or have questions don’t be shy. The owners will be able to answer all of your questions on ripeness, growing seasons and so much more.[/vc_cta][/vc_column][/vc_row]