The Cabernet Franc is ready to make its way to Lost Oak Winery and we’ll need all the extra hands we can get so come join the fun on Saturday, September 11.
We will begin at first light (about 7:00 am) and will go until the grapes are all picked or it gets too hot.
We’ll have lots of water, Gatorade, and of course food/snacks 🙂 We’ll also have sunscreen and bug spray (just in case).
We have harvest shears here for you to use. Some folks like to wear a glove on one hand since it can prevent the shears from cutting your fingers instead of the grape stem. Many folks sit on an overturned bucket but you can bring a chair or stool if you prefer.
You do not have to carry the full buckets, just fill them and leave them in the row. The vines are not prickly so you don’t have to wear long sleeves/pants unless you prefer to for sun protection, and a hat is a good idea. There may be some fire ants in a few spots so shoes/socks are usually better than sandals but choice of footwear is up to you.
If you are able to make it and can let me know it always helps to have a head count, but feel free to come even if you don’t reply ahead of time – all pickers are appreciated :0