National Pick Strawberries Day falls on May 20. Strawberries are a summer fruit that are loved and cherished by many for the nostalgia of sunny days they bring. A fun activity in itself, strawberry picking allows for quality time to be spent with nature and loved ones.

To celebrate this day, here is a list of strawberry picking fields in Illinois:

• Heider’s Berry Farm: 1106 N. Queen Anne Rd., Woodstock, IL 60098: Heider’s Berry Farm invites you to wander into their fields to enjoy a true farm experience, all natural with no admission or parking fees. They expect a plentiful supply of delicious, juicy berries. Picking containers are provided for your use and for taking berries home.
• Stade’s Farm and Market: 3709 Miller Rd., McHenry, IL 60051: Stade’s Farm is a popular pick-your-own destination. They produce 2,200 acres of corn, soybeans and fresh fruits and vegetables that are sold directly to consumers through their farm market.
• Terrapin Orchards: 1063 US-20 E., Elizabeth., IL 61028: Terrapin Orchards invites you to pick fruit and enjoy a day in the sunshine. They have about four acres of strawberries and offer a wonderful pick-your-own experience.
• Braffet Berry Farm: 9010 E. 2250 North Rd., Carlock, IL 61725: The Braffet Berry Farm is located in Central Illinois in the northwest part of McLean County. Owners Curt and Peggy Braffet have been growing strawberries since 1995. You are invited to visit with your family to enjoy picking your own beautiful juicy berries.
• Crosswind Farms: 14435 W. Manhattan-Monee Rd., Manhattan, IL 60442: Crosswind Farms offers some amazing, healthy outdoor fun and berry picking. They want to share the love of their farm by offering you-pick options.

Get out and enjoy some safe, family, friendly, and tasty fun this summer! Strawberry season tends to start around Memorial Day weekend and continues for three to four weeks, depending on Mother Nature.