In the springtime, flowering trees adorn Quebec orchards in magnificent colours. Most of Quebec’s orchards are located in the Eastern Townships, the Montérégie and the Laurentians, but some may be found in other regions. When beautiful fall days come, you can pick your own apples in most of the province’s orchards. Pick-your-own is a very popular activity, especially with small families, and many additional activities may also be offered: guided tours, forest hikes, tractor or carriage rides and animal discovery at the farm. Cider mills, sometimes paired with orchards, also offer visits rich in flavour. There, you can discover the secrets behind transforming apples into cider and other products derived from this delicious fruit. Gourmet shops and guided tours are also a regular part of the program, not to mention the possibility of a small tasting before purchase.