A Simple Winter Simmer Pot

Bring Home the Scents of the Season: A Simple Winter Orchard Simmer Pot When the Orchard at Altapass settles into its winter rest, the land turns quiet—but the scents of the season are just getting started. If you’re missing the aroma of apples, evergreens, and those cozy mountain notes, a simmer pot is an easy,

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Free Mother’s Day Fudge

The History of Our Fudge For years, locals knew our handmade fudge got a special touch from a special lady, Miss Charlotte. Her recipe was amazing, and became known throughout our community as “Miss Charlotte’s Fudge.” This year, Miss Charlotte’s sister, Mary Ellen, joined us with her sister’s recipes in honor of her memory. Miss

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Directions to the Orchard

Blue Ridge Parkway Updates Over the years, most of our guests have found us as they enjoy the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Due to Hurricane Helene, the Parkway is currently under repair in many areas. Though the area that leads directly to the Orchard is open– a short stretch from Little Switzerland to Altapass Hwy–many

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March Newsletter

There is a welcome change at the Orchard this time of year. As the winter months draw to a close, the ice melts, temperatures warm, and the sing-song of birds crescendos. Spring is near. Among the Orchard staff there is a growing excitement. Our field crews have been hard at work, readying the trees and

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