Nov 19, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Stepp Family Thanksgiving Classics: Apple Desserts to Elevate Your Holiday Table Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and celebrating the flavors that bring comfort to the season. And at the Stepp family table, apple desserts have always held a special...
Oct 15, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Celebrating Hope and Resilience: The Story Behind Our 2025 Corn Maze At Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, every fall season tells a story, and this year’s 5-acre corn maze is one of hope, resilience, and community. For 2025, we wanted our maze to represent something deeper...
Sep 16, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Growing Traditions: Honoring Our Roots While Embracing the Future At Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, every season is a new chapter in a story that’s been unfolding for generations. While we continue to grow, improve, and add new experiences, one thing never changes: our...
Aug 20, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Why Time in Nature Matters In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in screens, schedules, and busy routines. But research consistently shows what many of us know deep down: spending time outside in nature is good for our bodies, minds, and spirits. For...
Jul 28, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Sunflower Season is on the Horizon at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard This time of year marks the joyful return of one of our most beloved sights on the farm—sunflowers in full bloom! At Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard, we’re welcoming sunflower season with open arms, clippers in...
Jun 24, 2025 | Stepp's Blog
Growing Apples, Growing Responsibility: Stepp’s Commitment to Sustainability and Outdoor Stewardship Nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard is more than just a place to pick apples—it’s a working family farm committed to...
