Julian

Known for its Apple Days festival, which takes place in the Fall, this quaint town in the mountains is worth a visit any time of year.

In February, the orchards sit empty.

 

Trees are pruned back.

But drive into town and there is still plenty to do along Main Street.

Enjoy a meal at the café.

Drink out of a boot.

Browse the antique shops or the bookstore.

Sit and read for a bit.

Ride around town.

I think they save the full-size horses for tourist season.

Buy a jar of honey --- flavored with orange blossom or lavender or a dozen other variations.

Watch an expert roll out pie dough.

Use the ATM at Rabobank – an interesting name for a financial institution.

Suck on a jawbreaker, the size of a baseball.

Check out the chickens on a front porch.

Julian in Winter.

No apple picking this time of year but plenty of pie and things to do.

Without the crowds or the traffic.