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candles, and gifts. Visit the observation area to see cider pressing in action. Be sure to call ahead to see what time the next press will occur. There are hayride tours on Saturdays and a pumpkin patch where you can choose your next jack-o-lantern or to make pumpkin pie at home!
season is short at Knaebe’s, lasting only from Labor Day through early November. But the range of activities makes this farm well worth the drive to northeastern Michigan. Indulge in a surprisingly fun Halloween Egg Hunt before scooping up bags of apples, a fresh-baked pie and cider to take home. Stay for dinner and dig into wood-fired pizza or bratwurst accompa- nied by Knaebe’s Twisted Roots Hard Cider.
Mill for a sampling of West Michigan’s most famous hard cider. Infused with such ingre- dients as local honey, raspberries, ginger or poblano peppers, Vander Mill offers a cider for every palette – including straight apple ciders. Tour their production facility in Grand Rapids to see the magic in person.
Gull Meadow Farms, Richland – This Southwest Michigan Fall destination is fun for the whole family. Stop by to pick apples in the orchard or pumpkins from the patch, visit with furry friends, enjoy the corn maze, and create lasting memories. Don’t leave without trying the delicious donuts, award-winning cider, and fresh baked goods.
Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery, Grand Rapids – The century-old Grand Rapids Apple Haus features apples, peaches, nectarines, cherries, and a hugely popular bakery. Fall attractions include a corn maze, horse-drawn hayrides, u-pick apples and, of course, cider, both hard and fresh. In addition to their Apple Haus, Robinette’s has a winery, a 5.25 biking trail, and cross-country skiing.
Yates Cider Mill, Rochester Hills – Yates Cider Mill, located in Rochester Hills for
over a century, has been featured on the Food Network for its apple cider. While at Yates, visitors can choose to visit the cider mill, ice cream shop, fudge shop, or all three! Family activities include pony rides, a petting zoo, and river walk. Enjoy cider, donuts, caramel apples and homemade jams and jellies at Yates this fall.
Hayes Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch, Rock – Have a great time in the U.P. with your family and friends through through October
at Hayes Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch, only open on the weekends. There is no shortage of activities here so you won’t ever get bored! Of course, hit the corn or hay maze, take a hay- ride, participate in the photo contest, visit the pumpkin tree house with kids, or sit around a campfire and relax. Come home with a huge pumpkin as a souvenir from your visit.
Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill, Ada – Based in West Michigan, Sietsema Orchards was founded on the outskirts of Grand Rapids in 1934. Occasionally this location provides farm-to-table dinners, so be sure to regularly check the website to participate in those. They also create four different types of hard cider and just released a new one called Maggie’s Reserve. Proceeds from sales of Maggie’s Reserve will benefit Mercy Health Birth Center at Saint Mary’s. Contribute to a great cause while also having fun! Another reason to visit is to gather an amazing variety of apples and pumpkins.
If hard cider is more your styles consider these Michigan destinations:
• Bee Well Meadery, Bellaire
• Blake’s Hard Cider Co, Armada
• Bløm Meadworks, Ann Arbor
• Boss Cider Co, Leslie
• Eastman's Forgotten Ciders, Wheeler
• Farmhaus Cider, Hudsonville
• Gitche Gumee Ciderworks, Hancock
• Starcut Ciders, Bellaire
• Suttons Bay Ciders, Suttons Bay
• Tandem Ciders, Suttons Bay
• Townline Ciderworks, Williamsburg
• Two K Farms, Suttons Bay
• Vander Mill, Grand Rapids
• Virtue Cider, Fennville
Jollay Orchards Farms, Coloma – Jollay Orchards is open daily in Southwest Michigan. The Jollay family has been perfecting the
craft of growing fruit since 1857! Jump on a hayride heading to the U-pick orchards, which are well-maintained and manicured making it easy to choose your favorite apples among the many varieties grown. You can also visit the Farm Market for apple pies baked in brown paper bags and lots of other Michigan-made treats like jams, BBQ sauces, and dumplings. Enjoy a stroll through the Animal Farm or Cornfield Maze, cast your line in the Fishing Pond, or let the kids enjoy the playground area. The possibilities are endless!
Uncle John’s Cider Mill, Saint Johns
Publisher’s Note: As for me, we will also continue walking down the street for our favor- ite fall experience at Station 66 in Battle Creek. Not only can we purchase local products but also enjoy fun, fall activities. If your favorite is not on the list above be sure to send us details in an email at ssherban@scenepub.com;
we’d enjoy finding new favorite places. For more details be sure to visit Pure Michigan at Michigan.org. Photo Credit: Pure Michigan
Knaebe’s Mmmunchy Krunchy Apple Farm & Cider Mill, Rogers City – The
Vander Mill Cider & Winery, Spring Lake & Grand Rapids – Head to Vander
– Uncle John’s is well known for its cider
mill, which serves fresh cider and doughnuts. Already-picked apples are also available for purchase. Uncle John’s has many activities
for families to take part in, such as a pumpkin patch, fruit fling, wagon rides, corn maze, and even a mining company where visitors are able to mine their own gemstones.
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