Picking season begins in late June/early July with sweet cherries and continues through the end of October. Fruits available for picking in between include apples, blueberries, peaches, plums, nectarines, pears, raspberries, and pumpkins. Check out our website or friend us on Facebook for up to the minute updates of what is going on at the farm . f ffo Tour time: 2 hours

Pick your own apples and cut your own Christmas trees at this 9th generation family farm on a scenic hilltop. Open in the fall season for pumpkins, mums and gourds, not to mention fresh apple cider and apple cider donuts. We sell our own cider, apple cider donuts, cut flowers, and homemade the old-fashioned way, jams and jellies. We also sell locally sourced pies, pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, mums, maple syrup, honey, cheddar cheese, garlic, potatoes, some tomatoes, and gifts.

CT Ballooning offers scenic hot air balloon flights over the Farmington River Valley and throughout central Connecticut. Enjoy a spectacular aerial vantage point of the state from our basket with views of Long Island Sound to the south and the Berkshire Mountains to the north, all while gently floating over rolling hills, woodlands, and suburban life. CT Ballooning also offers private charter flights for those special occasions and all flights are celebrated with a post-flight champagne toast. Reservations are required. Flight time: approx. 1 hour

In addition to the orchard, there are four greenhouses, 10 acres of Christmas trees, and country store. Offering fresh fruit and vegetables, local honey, maple syrup, jams, pickles, soup mixes, and gourmet treats such as Grafton Cheese and local milk and yogurt. The donut house and snack shack operate weekends during fall harvest and Christmas tree season. We have numerous country furniture items by hand-made artisans in Pennsylvania and Maine, and offer an extensive selection of specialty candles and soaps. Home baked pies are available August through December. Flowers are available from

Learn about Connecticut’s cultural and natural history! Experience a wide array of exciting programs for all ages. Field learning activities, day trips, ancient technology workshops, notable guest lecturers, summer camps, and family programs are just some of the special museum programs. Exhibits are on display across the University of Connecticut Storrs campus

Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center is a hands-on, interactive Reggio Emilia inspired children's museum designed for children ages 2-8. The three levels of twelve interactive museum studios are equipped with real objects, books, and authentic experiences that will spark curiosity that can turn into hours of play! Explore tailored workshop based experiences that include a thoughtful mix of object-based learning and cutting-edge technology, that regularly run throughout the year at designated times. These hands-on, educator-led studio workshops take the experience to the next level

The ultimate golf experience providing breathtaking views on every hole. The two Rees Jones designed championship golf courses offer the chance to refresh and recharge. Acclaimed designer Rees Jones sculpted 36 unique holes from the natural topography. The Clubhouse has the Matches Tavern and a banquet facility that can accommodation more than 300 people. A Golf Shop featuring the game's latest equipment and fashion. Golfweek 's 2011 "Best Courses You Can Play." Golf Digest "Best Courses in State 2011/12." WeddingWire Bride's Choice Awards 2012. Lake of Isles is proudly managed by KemperSports

Come aboard the Marlintini for a fun and exciting saltwater fishing adventure. The Marlintini is a 38-foot Bertram, one of the safest, most sea-worthy sportfishing boats made. It is powered by twin-diesel Caterpillar engines, has state-of-the-art electronics and Coast Guard approved safety gear. The cockpit is designed for maximum fishing comfort and the spacious salon is easily accessible, should you need to get out of the sun. Sail from Crocker's Boatyard on the Thames River in New London, a marina with floating docks for each access in boarding the boat and convenient, secure parking

The museum features a photo essay of helicopter development from nature's own dragonfly and hummingbird, man-made boomerangs and ancient Chinese tops to international developments in the twentieth century. Igor Sikorsky's career is evoked and his first craft is meticulously modeled. All helicopter pioneers are displayed. Dr. Anselm Franz , inventor of the Jumo 004 , developed the gas turbine engine in Stratford in the 1950s and his T55 cutaway can be seen and soon the T53 will be on display. Multiple models and photos of all current rotary craft can be found.

Hyatt Place Mystic is renovated (April 2024), and less than a mile from the Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium and the Olde Mistick Village shops, and 1.5 miles from historic downtown Mystic's riverfront shops and restaurants. Other nearby attractions include Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos, the Mystic Museum of Art, local golf courses, Ocean Beach park, and many popular wedding venues. Enjoy freshly prepared menu items, premium coffee drinks or beer and wine in a casual ambiance in our Gallery Café and Bar. Spacious, suite-style guest rooms feature Hyatt Grand Beds, microwave, mini-fridge