Fall season is approaching and everyone at Cueter Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram has been talking about their favorite things to do in the Fall. What was top of mind? APPLE CIDER AND DONUTS! Of course it's a family tradition that many of us have year to year. We decided to give you the complete list of apple orchards around the area... and of course, some delicious pictures to make your mouth water!!!
1. Wiard's Orchard and Country Fair - was founded in Michigan by George Wiard in 1837. The u-pick apple orchard and cider mill was originally located on Wiard Road near what is now known as Willow Run Airport. In those early years, the Wiards operated an apple orchard, cider mill, vinegar mill and vineyards. In the 1940's, during World War II, the construction of the bomber plant at Willow Run forced the orchard and cider mill to be moved to our current location in Ypsilanti Township, Washtenaw County, Michigan. List of Things To Do: School Group Field Trips
Hayrides and Parties
Sisterhood Sorority Parties
Lip Smacking Cider Mill
Step Back In Time Country Store Country Fair
Corn Maze
U Pick Apple Patch
U Pick Pumpkin Patch
SPECIAL WEEKENDS
2. Dexter Cider Mill- The oldest continuously operating Cider Mill in Michigan. Cited by "Hour Detroit" magazine as one of the 101 places to visit in the greater Metropolitan area. Today we make cider the same way it was made 120 years ago by using an oak rack press. Using locally grown and hand picked apples and blending 3-5 different varieties in every pressing, which makes each press unique. The equipment used to press the cider is over 100 years old.
List of Things To Do: Wine Tasting
Apple Cider
Apple Donuts
Carmel Apples
Home Made Apple Pies
Apple Studel Home Made Gingersnaps
Frozen Slushies
Jellies and Apple Butter and more! The Cider Mill is home to the award winning "Dexter Cider Mill Apple Cookbook" and five family developed and locally millled packaged baking products - Apple Nut Bread, Walnut Crumb Topping, Gingersnap Cookies, Applesauce Fudge Brownies and Apple Cinnamon Scones
Don't forget to pick up your Apple Cookbook while you are there!!!
SPECIAL WEEKENDS
3. Plymouth Orchard and Cider Mill - Since 1977, Plymouth Orchards has grown to accommodate the growing number of visitors from the surrounding communities. We started with a simple concept along with sixty acres and nine varieties of apples. In 1987 the original milk house was converted into a cider mill. That same year, Plymouth Orchards began its inaugural operations with a humble three weekend 100 gallon hand pressed cider season
List of Things To Do: Learn How The Apple Press Works
Fress Apple Packs
Aroma Fresh Donuts
Photo Cut Outs For Kids
Pre-Order Holiday Pies
Apples, Donuts, Cider Honey, Caramel Apples, Jams and Pies
Fresh Bread
Party Rentals
Apple Tastings
4. Alber Orchard Cider Mill- Only 30 minutes west of Ann Arbor or an hour from Detroit, our beautiful orchard provides a perfect country get-away in the rolling hills of Manchester, Michigan.
List of Things To Do: Cider Mill
Apples
School Tours
7 Acre Corn Maze
Cider Press
Weddings and Special Events
Hayrides and Family Fun
Do you have a favorite Orchard in Pure Michigan? Share it with us! cnip@cueterchrysler.com
