5 Fun Things to Do in the Fall

Fall is my absolute favorite time of year! And while it feels like marketing is steamrolling into the holidays, here are 5 fun things to do in the Fall.

Pick Apples from an Orchard

Google apple orchards in your area and see what turns up. There is an amazing apple orchard just down the road from our house in our previous town and regretfully, I never attended. However, this year, we are planning to make a trip to pick some apples – what better way to kick off the fall season? Steele Orchard seems like a perfect day trip.

Make a day of romping through an apple orchard taking pictures, sampling apples and all apple products, and creating sweet memories with your family.

Sew, knit, or crochet

Here me out before you read on – there is something about working with your hands that creates peace. While I am no expert at sewing, my mother’s advice along with YouTube videos have helped me navigate my way to showing off some sewing creativity. Spending time alone making something brings a sense of comfort and accomplishment. Can you just envision yourself sitting by the fire or in front of a good tv show making something with your hands? Try a YouTube video tutorial for any of the above: sewing, knitting, or crocheting. Let me know how it goes!

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Bake an Apple Pie

With the apples you pick from your apple orchard trip, bake an apple pie! What better fun thing to do in the fall then to bake a delicious apple pie? This recipe from The Pioneer Woman sounds delicious. For me half the joy of the fall season are all the wonderful smells: apple, cinnamon, pumpkin – oh my!

Go for a Scenic Drive

Friends of mine who were limited on funds got creative with their vacations. They chose to visit all 67 counties of the state of Alabama. What a fun thing to do! Of course, some of their trips were longer than others but some pretty great scenic drives can be made in a day.

My favorite is when I find a pin on Pinterest that has a wonderful road trip already mapped out.

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Visit a Pumpkin Farm or Farmer’s Market

My family is fortunate to live near a lovely farmer’s market. Pepper Place Market is located in downtown Birmingham and has a host of vendors that are lovely to peruse.

If downtown city is too much city for you, find a local pumpkin patch and enjoy the sights and scents of fall.

Another wonderful fall activity is camping. To me, when the air is chilly is the perfect time to start up a campfire and enjoy the scenes of nature. A good fall camping location is outlined here in a previous post.This is a fabulous season to complete five fun things to do in the fall!