U-Pick Blueberries FAQ
When does U-pick Blueberry season open?
The 2023 U-Pick will open Saturday July 15. Sign up to receive email updates.
What are the hours for U-pick?
Thursday through Sunday 10:00-3:00
How much does it cost?
$3 per pound. There is a minimum purchase of $12.00. The minimum is per group, not per person.
Are your blueberries organic?
Yes! Our farm is certified organic and we never spray any chemicals on our blueberries.
Why do you charge a minimum of $12?
Through the years we notice many groups like to come out for the outdoor experience, and the berries are an added bonus. We have always enjoyed this and encourage it! However, we have instated a minimum charge because there are costs associated with running a U-Pick, including labor, supplies, and the maintenance of our bushes. We cannot emphasize enough that we are not making any profit from the blueberries. This $12 minimum charge is per group, not per person. Our goal is to break even and keep offering the berries year after year.
What should I expect to see at Four Elements Farm?
Four Elements Farm is open to the public during blueberry season but operates year round. Apart from our 6 acres of u-pick blueberries, we grow 25+ acres of vegetables for the wholesale market. We are a working farm and it shows! On your way to the berry fields you will see equipment and supplies for farming. Most of it isn't shiny and new, but it gets the job done. Our harvest vehicles and crew come and go from the veggie fields harvesting, washing and packing organic goodies for the Seattle/Tacoma area.
What are the picking fields like?
You will encounter rogue sticker bushes and there are plenty of ferns and grasses underfoot. The terrain is uneven. We chip up the wood from our winter arborist work to mulch the fields. Sometimes, there are rogue logs or limbs from this. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND CLOSED TOED SHOES. LONG PANTS AREN'T A BAD IDEA EITHER. About half of the original berry bushes have grown so tall that a ladder would be needed to pick those. Instead of trying to get these under control for human consumption, we purposely keep these tall to let the birds have a buffet feast. It's our favorite natural feature of the farm. When Four Elements began farming here in 2016 blackberries had almost completely taken over the entirety of the blueberries. We have spent thousands of hours trying to save these heirloom berries. We constantly fight brambles and flooding cause by beaver dams. We use no sprays or products what so ever to control blackberry and brush growth.
What varieties do you grow?
Our U-Pick blueberry plants are mostly Concord and Jersey, but we also have some Dixie, Stanley and Weymouth.
Do you sell pre-picked blueberries?
We have a limited amount of pre-picked berries from time to time, but not every day.
Should I bring my own containers?
You are welcome to bring your own containers, or use ours.
Can I bring my children?
Yes! This is a great activity for kids of all ages. Please note that the berry bushes are a good distance from the barn, so you may want to drive out to the bushes after check-in if you have small children. Closed toed shoes are highly encouraged.
Can I bring my dog?
No, please leave your pets at home. This is a working farm and food safety rules prevent us from allowing dogs on the premises. There is no shade available in the parking areas, and it is unsafe to leave your dog in the car while you pick.
What should I wear?
We recommend wearing attire that is appropriate for a farm, including close-toed shoes. Long pants are a good idea too.
Do you have any other U-pick items available?
Not this year.
The 2023 U-Pick will open Saturday July 15. Sign up to receive email updates.
What are the hours for U-pick?
Thursday through Sunday 10:00-3:00
How much does it cost?
$3 per pound. There is a minimum purchase of $12.00. The minimum is per group, not per person.
Are your blueberries organic?
Yes! Our farm is certified organic and we never spray any chemicals on our blueberries.
Why do you charge a minimum of $12?
Through the years we notice many groups like to come out for the outdoor experience, and the berries are an added bonus. We have always enjoyed this and encourage it! However, we have instated a minimum charge because there are costs associated with running a U-Pick, including labor, supplies, and the maintenance of our bushes. We cannot emphasize enough that we are not making any profit from the blueberries. This $12 minimum charge is per group, not per person. Our goal is to break even and keep offering the berries year after year.
What should I expect to see at Four Elements Farm?
Four Elements Farm is open to the public during blueberry season but operates year round. Apart from our 6 acres of u-pick blueberries, we grow 25+ acres of vegetables for the wholesale market. We are a working farm and it shows! On your way to the berry fields you will see equipment and supplies for farming. Most of it isn't shiny and new, but it gets the job done. Our harvest vehicles and crew come and go from the veggie fields harvesting, washing and packing organic goodies for the Seattle/Tacoma area.
What are the picking fields like?
You will encounter rogue sticker bushes and there are plenty of ferns and grasses underfoot. The terrain is uneven. We chip up the wood from our winter arborist work to mulch the fields. Sometimes, there are rogue logs or limbs from this. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND CLOSED TOED SHOES. LONG PANTS AREN'T A BAD IDEA EITHER. About half of the original berry bushes have grown so tall that a ladder would be needed to pick those. Instead of trying to get these under control for human consumption, we purposely keep these tall to let the birds have a buffet feast. It's our favorite natural feature of the farm. When Four Elements began farming here in 2016 blackberries had almost completely taken over the entirety of the blueberries. We have spent thousands of hours trying to save these heirloom berries. We constantly fight brambles and flooding cause by beaver dams. We use no sprays or products what so ever to control blackberry and brush growth.
What varieties do you grow?
Our U-Pick blueberry plants are mostly Concord and Jersey, but we also have some Dixie, Stanley and Weymouth.
Do you sell pre-picked blueberries?
We have a limited amount of pre-picked berries from time to time, but not every day.
Should I bring my own containers?
You are welcome to bring your own containers, or use ours.
Can I bring my children?
Yes! This is a great activity for kids of all ages. Please note that the berry bushes are a good distance from the barn, so you may want to drive out to the bushes after check-in if you have small children. Closed toed shoes are highly encouraged.
Can I bring my dog?
No, please leave your pets at home. This is a working farm and food safety rules prevent us from allowing dogs on the premises. There is no shade available in the parking areas, and it is unsafe to leave your dog in the car while you pick.
What should I wear?
We recommend wearing attire that is appropriate for a farm, including close-toed shoes. Long pants are a good idea too.
Do you have any other U-pick items available?
Not this year.
Photo by Emily Matthiessen