Frequently Asked Questions – Davison Orchards
Is there an admission charge?
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No. Visiting Davison Orchards is always free. You can explore the outdoor areas, play in the Crazy Cow Kids Corral, and visit our farm animals at no cost. There is a fee only for our Johnny Popper Orchard Tours and for U-Pick apples during the season.
When are you open?
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WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. See you on May 1st, 2026.
Market: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Farmhouse Café: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Old Brick Press: 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where are you located?
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We are located 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, British Columbia, V1H 1A2, Canada. The farm situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, easily accessible from Highway 97 and just a few minutes from downtown Vernon.
Can I bring my dog?
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Yes. Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome in our outdoor areas. Per health regulations, animals (except service dogs) are not allowed inside the market or on the Farmhouse Cafe patio. Picnic tables away from the main patio are available for guests with pets.
Can I bring a picnic?
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No. Outside food is not allowed. Our Farmhouse Café, The Old Brick Press, and Bakery offer meals and snacks with both indoor and outdoor seating. Exceptions are made for guests with dietary restrictions. Please note that all food and produce sales help support our farm since we do not charge admission.
Do you have gluten-free options?
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Yes. We usually offer Tomato Herb Soup daily as a gluten-free choice, along with other menu items. Most beverages, including our Apple Juice and Applelanches, are gluten-free. Please ask staff for ingredient information if needed.
What produce is in season now?
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Visit our Produce In Season section for a regularly updated list of what is freshly picked. For weekly crop updates, sign up for our newsletter or follow our social media during the season.
Do you have U-Pick?
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Yes. We offer u-pick tomatoes and peppers in season (generally August through September), sold by the pound. We offer u-pick apples in September (flat fee for a specific amount) and a u-pick pumpkin experience Wednesdays through Sundays in October (weather permitting). For another way to experience the farm first hand, consider joining one of our Johnny Popper Orchards Tours.
Do you have cherry picking or other fruit picking?
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No. We do not offer cherry picking or other fruit picking at Davison Orchards. We offer u-pick apples in September. All cherries are sourced from local producers and are sold in our market. We don’t have cherry trees at Davison Orchards.
What can I expect on an Orchard Tour?
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Our Johnny Popper Orchard Tours offer a fun, interactive way to explore our apple orchards and farm fields. Guests ride in train cars made from old apple bins, pulled by a restored John Deere tractor. Tours take you by apple, plum, peach, tomato, pepper, and pumpkin fields, but only apples and pumpkins are available for U-Pick. Tours last about 25- 35 minutes. Please see our Orchard Tours section for more information about all the various kinds of tours we offer.
What time are the Orchard Tours?
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May – June: Fridays & Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
July – August: Daily | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
September – October: Wed – Sun | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Please check our Orchard Tours section to find more information.
Are your products GMO free?
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Yes. All produce grown on our farm, including U-Pick apples and vegetables, is GMO-free.
Are you Organic?
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No. Although many of our methods would be considered organic approved, we never claim to be organic. We feel that the organic label has somewhat lost its meaning and has become more about marketing than environmental stewardship.
We are absolutely committed to farming in the most sustainable way possible. We use many “green” methods, including drip irrigation, mulching, and crop rotation. Please see our sustainability statement for more information.
You can be confident that when you eat something grown or made here at Davison Orchards, you are making a choice to eat food that has been farmed in a way that protects our land and community for future generations.
Do you have a fundraising program?
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Yes. Please visit our Fundraising Program section for details on how your group can raise funds with Davison Orchards.
How many hours should I plan to spend at Davison Orchards?
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Many of our visitors spend at least 2 to 3 hours exploring the farm. This allows time to visit the outdoor areas, meet the animals, enjoy the Farmhouse Café or Old Brick Press, and take part in activities such as U-Pick or our Orchard Tours if they are in season.
Is the farm stroller and wheelchair accessible?
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Yes. Most outdoor areas, including the market, Farmhouse Café, and Old Brick Press, are wheelchair and stroller friendly. Some of the Orchard Tour paths may be uneven, so please ask our staff for assistance if needed.