Experience the beauty of harvest season with a guided tour of Autumn Hills Orchard in Groton, MA! Discover the orchard’s rich history, learn how the trees are cultivated and cared for, and explore the unique characteristics of different apple varieties. After the tour, wander through the rows of apple trees, take in the colorful fall scenery, and enjoy the fun of picking your own fresh apples. Be sure to visit the retail barns for freshly harvested fruit and other seasonal favorites. It’s the perfect way to celebrate autumn and create lasting memories with family and friends. Please wear comfortable shoes and prepare to walk up the hills to reach the top of Center Hill for a 45-mile panoramic view.Autumn Hills Orchard495 Chicopee Row, Groton, MA 0145autumnhillsorchard.com

Come to meet and learn about the alpacas at the Harvard Alpaca Ranch! Harvard Alpaca Ranch is a working alpaca farm that currently maintains a herd of 39 alpacas. The tour will discuss how and why they raise these beautiful, peaceful animals and introduce you to the individual alpacas (yes, everyone has a name and a unique personality). You are welcome to ask questions during the tour and take photographs. At the end of the tour, you may shop at the Alpaca Shop, full of all types of beautiful alpaca products, including yarn, socks, hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, blankets, stuffed animals, and a variety of souvenirs from the Ranch. Harvard Alpacas Farm will donate 10% of gross sales that day back to support the Prescott Community Center.