Your friendly digital guide, bringing orchard charm and cider know-how right to your screen. Ask questions, plan visits, or learn about cider—just like chatting with Casey during a tasting.

1 ▪ What the Assistant Does

• Answers questions about cider, orchards, and visits
  • Shares orchard-to-glass stories and local insights
  • Keeps you up to date on tastings and seasonal happenings
  • Offers simple, friendly advice that fits your interests

2 ▪ Starting a Text Chat

1. Click Start Chat on the page.
   
   
2. Type your question about cider, apples, or the orchard.
   
   
3. Send and wait a few seconds for a warm, genuine reply.
   
   

Sample Prompts
• What makes Frecon’s cider special?
• Which blend is best for a fall picnic?
• When’s your next tasting event?
• How do pick-your-own weekends work?

3 ▪ Starting a Voice Chat

1. Select Voice from the options.
   
   
2. Check your microphone.
   
   
3. Ask your question naturally—like chatting at the orchard bar.
   
   

Tip: Speak casually. Casey’s all about friendly conversation, not formal scripts.

4 ▪ Best-Practice Tips

• Be specific about what you want to learn.
  • Ask follow-ups if you need more detail.
  • Mention your goal (learning, tasting, or visiting).
  • Keep topics focused on cider, orchards, and local community.

5 ▪ Boundaries & Safety

DO’S
• Ask about orchard care, fruit types, or cider styles
• Learn general cider-making basics
• Plan tastings, pick-your-own days, or farm tours

DON’TS
• Request legal, tax, or business advice
• Ask for medical or health guidance
• Expect guarantees on orchard production or expansion

Helpful Links

Frecon’s Orchard & Cidery — https://freconfarms.com
Pennsylvania Cider Guild — https://paciderguild.org

Quick Reference Guide

Orchard Care
“How do I prune?”
→ Trim in late winter while the trees rest.

Cider Flavors
“Is it dry or sweet?”
→ Both! Frecon’s offers crisp dry and smooth semi-sweet styles.

Visit Info
“When does pick-your-own start?”
→ Early summer through fall, depending on the weather.