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Whether you’re looking for a bargain or just something fun to do with the kids, you pick farms are a summertime tradition. Where does one start to look?
For starters, check out the list below and feel free to add your comments or vote on your favorites! Then, below the list, is ANOTHER list of places that have other listings. Is that enough lists for you? They are all formatted differently, and have their pros and cons.
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U Pick Farms in West Michigan
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A list of U-picks in West Michigan. Where possible, I link to their facebook page where there are most likely to be updates about what's in season. For more inspiration for eating (and drinking) locally in West Michigan, visit http://eatlocalwestmichigan.com
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1. Dykstra's U-Pick
7411 56th Avenue, Hudsonville, MI. Phone: 616-669-6436. Open: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, closed Saturdays and Sundays.
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2. Peaceful Acres Farm
West Olive. Pumpkins, strawberries, already-picked produce. 11195 Rich Stret, West Olive, MI 49460. Phone: 6169471872. Alternate Phone: 616-499-5914. Email: sgeurink@altelco.net. Open: By appointment only; Call for picking hours; Closed on Sundays. Directions: will be given by phone. Click here for a map. Strawberries: June 1 to June 20. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: May 19, 2009)
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3. Ven Roy Blueberries
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We offer blueberries for U-pick or blueberries can be ordered ready picked. We provide picking pails and tie ropes, however, customers bring own containers for transport home. We are open mid July - Mid August, Mon - Fri 8am - dusk, Saturday 8am - 5pm, we are closed Sundays. Coopersville
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5. Woodland Enterprises Berry Farms.
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Best quality blueberries and raspberries in West Michigan! U-pick blueberries or we pick them for you, along with already picked raspberries. Quick drive from Zeeland, Holland, Allendale, Standale, Hudsonville, Grandville, Jenison, West Olive.
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8. Reenders Blueberry Farms
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West Olive, MI. We have U-pick, or we pick Blueberries, U-pick is $1.45 a pound, or you can buy 10lbs for $21.00, 5lbs for $11.50, Quart for $4.75, Pint for $2.60.
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11. DK Orchards
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Conklin, MI. U-pick for Strawberries, Blueberries, and Peaches; Apples will be u-pick out of the bins NOT in the orchard. NEW hours: June 8am - Noon on Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat, July - Labor Day 8am - 8pm Mon, Wed, Fri 8am - 5pm Sat, Call for info.
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12. Fruit Ridge Farm Market & U-Pick
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Sparta, MI. Farm Market & U-Pick located on the north side of Grand Rapids - Sweet and Tart Cherries, Blueberries, Raspberries and Apples. Seasonal hours.
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15. Heritage Blueberries
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Sparta, MI. We strive to provide the best picking experience for our customers.
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18. Lindberg's Blueberries
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U-Pick vs Ready Pick U-Pick - Family and friends are welcome to come and pick your own...
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19. Moelker Orchards
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Grand Rapids, MI. For over 100 years the Moelker family has been growing fruit on our farm. Our specialties are apples, peaches, pears, cherries and family farm fun! We also have fresh cider, jams, fruit salsas, local honey, maple syrup and cheese.
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20. Post Farms
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Post Berry Farm is a family-owned and run local farm located Northeast of Rockford, Michigan. We offer harvested produce, flowers, and more at our stand on location when in season, and at local farmer's markets such as the Rockford Farmer's Market every Saturday. U-Pick is also offered for many of our crops like Blueberries, Raspberries, flowers, Pumpkins, Basil, and more for a fun and unique experience with family and/or friends.
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24. Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill
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Ada, MI. Sietsema Orchards & Cider Mill is committed to providing good quality produce, and at the same time providing you, the consumer, with a farm experience that we hope you enjoy.
I’m not real sure how up to date this information is, but it’s a good starting point. The above link will take you to the West-Central Michigan section. It’s sorted by county.
West Michigan Tourism Association
There’s an interactive map that lets you choose the section of West Michigan and fruit or vegetable. Pros: It’s nice to be able to see at a glance where farms are, especially when you’re not sure where all the little towns are. Cons: You can’t choose u pick or farmer’s market or grocery store, so it takes a lot of skimming to find a you pick. It’s almost easier to download their Carefree Travel Guide, which has listings of farms and a you pick checkbox.
Michigan Farm Marketing and Agri-Tourism Association
Search by county, product, or region. Returns a very basic table of farms with links to their websites. Seems to have been updated last year.
What are some of your favorite you-pick farms?
