{"id":14658,"date":"2020-08-07T18:05:17","date_gmt":"2020-08-07T18:05:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/?p=14658"},"modified":"2020-08-18T13:49:23","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T13:49:23","slug":"top-farm-and-farmers-markets-near-saugatuck-mi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/souciehorner.com\/wickdev\/top-farm-and-farmers-markets-near-saugatuck-mi\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Farms And Farmers Markets Near Saugatuck, MI"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Indian Summer Is The Most Delicious Season For West Michigan<\/h2>\n

Indian Summer is the best time to visit the \u201cmust see\u201d farms and farmers markets near Saugatuck, MI. Perfect weather lingers well past Labor Day into October bringing warm sunny days and crisp cool nights. It’s harvest time in western Michigan and that means all sorts of special events that celebrate the seasonal bounty. At Wickwood Inn<\/a> we tempt our guests with harvest-inspired dishes that come straight from the farm to your table. And wonderful local farms and farm markets surround Saugatuck, offering the best of everything.<\/p>\n

\u201cAgriculture is the most healthful, most useful, and most noble employment of man.\u201d
\n~ George Washington<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s just a sample of the farms and farmers markets near Saugatuck that you find as you travel the countryside in our area. From cider mills to creameries, our most delicious season awaits you.<\/p>\n

Must See Farms Near Saugatuck<\/h2>\n

Virtue Cider<\/u><\/h4>\n

This local cider mill hand-presses and barrel ages their hard ciders. It’s no wonder Virtue Cider<\/a> earned a reputation for authenticity. Using all-natural ingredients, the resulting product is fresh, crisp, and complex. Set amidst gorgeous farmland and orchards in Fennville, MI, Virtue Cider is known for its unique events throughout the year. Sign up for their \u201cFriday Night Flights\u201d and learn how to pair cider with your favorite foods, like chocolate and cheese. Their Tap Room and Bottle Shop is the place for sampling and shopping for ciders on draft or in bottles. Don\u2019t miss The Fourth Annual Apple Fest celebrating all things apple, including cider house tours, harvest games, live music and a pig roast.<\/p>\n

Evergreen Lane Farm & Creamery<\/u><\/h4>\n

Celebrating their 10th season of crafting goat and cow\u2019s milk cheeses, Evergreen Lane<\/a> is a truly unique experience. Visit with their adorable goats.\u00a0 Then, wander to their Cheese Shop to sample some of the artisan fare within. Find cheese styles of well-known varieties, such as feta, brie, or camembert, alpine and more.\u00a0 Their craft cheeses have a delicious flavor and texture that comes from careful aging and strict attention to the diets of their herd.<\/p>\n

Windshadow Farm & Artisan Cheese<\/u><\/h4>\n

The dream of Ron and Suzanne Klein, this sprawling goat farm<\/a> located in Bangor, MI is home to a herd of 170 very friendly, very happy, and very spoiled goats. Their dream to open a creamery began in 2010 and came to fruition in October of 2017. Now in full production, the farm produces a variety of fresh goat and cow’s milk cheeses. Awarded Animal Welfare Approved certification, the gold standard among animal farmers, the farm specializes in rich, creamy cheeses. They sell it in food shops and restaurants throughout West Michigan. Locally, you can buy their artisan cheeses at the Butler Pantry Kitchen Shop in Saugatuck.<\/p>\n

\u201cFarming isn\u2019t for everyone, but hay, it\u2019s in my jeans.\u201d
\n~ Anonymous<\/h3>\n

Pleasant Hill<\/u><\/h4>\n

Open during harvest season for U-Pick blueberries, Pleasant Hill Farm has been in the business of growing organic Michigan blueberries for over 40 years. Their soil is rich with peat and has an environment perfect for cultivating plump, juicy berries.\u00a0 The farm operates \u201coff the grid\u201d with solar and wind-powered energy. Order their blueberries online from September through May, if you miss the U-Pick Season.\u00a0 Pleasant Hill is also known for one more amazing feature.\u00a0 In the early summer, they fill at least one of their fields with a wildflower mix.\u00a0 The show of blooms, meant to feed their bees, is simply spectacular.<\/p>\n

Mud Lake Farm<\/u><\/h4>\n

Tours are available at this hydroponic farm by appointment only, but their lettuces feature highly at local farmers markets.\u00a0 And, many of the fine restaurants in the area serve them. There are about 40 varieties at Mud Lake Farm<\/a>. And, through their Salad Share program, we have access to local, fresh, organic, greenhouse lettuces all year round.\u00a0 Their arugula is just one of many items we use a lot of at Wickwood Inn!<\/p>\n

Crane Orchards<\/u><\/h4>\n

Apples, cherries, peaches, and pumpkins are the stars at this U-Pick farm in Fennville, MI. But more than just fruit picking, it’s a fun-for-the-whole family destination. Offering hay rides and cow trains, Crane Orchards’<\/a> fall highlight is a corn maze. Crane\u2019s carves a 20-acre corn field into challenging routes and \u2018road blocks\u2019.\u00a0 It\u2019s a delightful activity that pleases all ages.<\/p>\n

Dee’s Lakeshore Farm<\/u><\/h4>\n

This 40-acre farm, in operation for more than 50 years, lies just east of Lake Michigan in the heart of Michigan farmland. Growing apples, berries, vegetables, and fresh flowers, Dee’s is a local favorite<\/a> for the abundant produce.\u00a0 They\u2019re also famous for homemade jams and jellies, herbs, and honey. You can pick your own blueberries and raspberries in season. Plus, it\u2019s a great place to pick up free-range farm eggs.<\/p>\n

Must See Farmers Markets Near Saugatuck<\/h2>\n

Pennyroyal Cafe and Provisions Little White Barn<\/u><\/h4>\n

When a chef, a pastry chef and a farmer get together\u2026\u00a0 Pennyroyal’s Little White Barn<\/a> offers the freshest seasonal produce, artisan cheeses, tea and coffee, along with meats, breads, and more. Local growers and artisan producers, along with their own farm produce grace the Barn\u2019s marketplace.\u00a0 And, inside the restaurant, their casual cafe with an open kitchen serves up breakfast and lunch.\u00a0 They offer familiar favorites and an array of unique sandwiches, soups and salads.<\/p>\n

Holland Farmers Market<\/u><\/h4>\n

May through December, the Holland Farmers Market<\/a> hosts more than 50 vendors offering everything from soup to nuts on Wednesdays and Saturdays.\u00a0 We spend many morning hours at this lovely market for our Farm To Table fare served at the Inn.\u00a0 The variety is outstanding and it\u2019s one of the many places we buy delicious fresh goods from our farmers.<\/p>\n

South Haven Farmers Market<\/u><\/h4>\n

On Saturdays through mid-October the South Haven Farmers Market<\/a> specializes in offering a diverse marketplace of locally produced goods in support of local growers. Founded as a community gathering place, and a feast for the senses for visitors.<\/p>\n

Saugatuck Farmers Market<\/u><\/h4>\n

Look for farmers markets near Saugatuck and find none nearer!\u00a0 On Fridays through the end of September, the Saugatuck Farmers Market is small, but special because it\u2019s our own.\u00a0 Conversations with our own local farms and artisan food producers makes a visit here fun.\u00a0 It all takes place in front of the Saugatuck Center For The Arts.<\/p>\n

Begin Your Farm & Market Tour With Your Stay At Wickwood Inn<\/h2>\n

Start planning your farms and farmers market tour in lovely Saugatuck, MI by reserving your stay<\/a> at Wickwood Inn. \u00a0And, taste the delicious difference.\u00a0 We happily celebrate freshly picked farm-to-table food with you as our warm Indian Summer season brings on the harvest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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