Hands down our go-to for any u-pick experience. From peaches and plums one month to a dozen…read morevarieties of apples another, this is the best kept secret. Well maybe not anymore, ooops! The service is always incredible and it's always under crowded which is a huge win in our book. Their prices, you just can't beat $11/peck of apples. That's ridiculously incredible. They also have events at their farm-- concerts where they sell hard ciders with a sandwich, to puppy happy hour, to story time for kids... they're definitely a special place. The property is so well kept and clean throughout-- they make it a no brainer to come back! And for the love of everything, grab their homemade donuts.

Busy spot in mid October but what else would you expect! Fun ambience with seating areas outside…read moreand bonfires going. You can pick you own apples or grab bags of them in the shop. They also have cider, slushiest, and hard cider available to enjoy along with their delicious donuts, muffins and breads. We went later in the day so they were sold out of a lot but it was still really fun and staff was extremely nice. We would go back!

Picking fruit at local farms is such a quintessential part of summer in Michigan for me! I prefer…read morethe easier picking fruits like cherries, peaches, and blueberries. I know there are quite a few blueberry farms as you head to the lakeshore, but I discovered North Ridge Berries via social media which is north of town near Sparta/Kent City. It's about 25 minutes from my house, and worth the drive as the bushes were loaded with tons of ripe berries on their first day open for U-pick. Keep an eye out for the small sign near a long drive. Once you get up to the barn, hop out and grab some buckets (the white buckets hold about 6 pounds of berries each). If you drive all the way down to the parking area you'll have to walk back up the hill to get a bucket. After about an hour, my bucket was full, and I was ready to pay. They only take cash and checks for payment. The pricing is great at $2/pound for U-pick. They also have pre-picked berries for sale. I will definitely be back next year for more blueberry picking!

My friend was in town so we decided to take the kids for a day trip here! We purchased the…read moredrivethru and hands on combo ticket. The kids had an absolute blast. You definitely need to go to both. At the hands on park there were baby goats roaming, little pigs roaming, you can get up close and personal with llamas, and so much more. My kids especially loved holding the little bunnies! You can't pick them up yourself but an employee will place them on your lap for you. I highly recommend buying the stuff to feed the animals. You can get pellets, carrots, apples, and little sticks with birdseed on them for the bird enclosure. Watch for signs because some animals can't have the pellets and some can't have anything at all. There are also a bunch of play structures for the kids to play! Twice a day they have bottle feedings and you can call ahead to book or book when you get there! You can't have outside food and the website says they sell food but it's just snacks, ice cream, and other similar treats. We did not know and hadn't eaten so we were so hungry! My son wanted to eat the carrots for the animals The drivethru was also great. You have to have the windows rolled up and the door locked while you drive through the Bear portion. There was a Bear that did a somersault right in front of the car! It was so cute! You can buy a bucket of pellets to feed most of the animals in the drive-thru too! Be careful though! There was a camel that ripped the bucket right from my hand! He was too strong for me If you have leftover pellets from the walk-through portion, ask the person at the gate of the drivethru for an empty bucket and you can dump them inside to feed the drivethru animals!

Had a wonderful day at this fantastic attraction today with my wife and our two granddaughters…read more There were plenty of things to see and do and the girls were fully entertained the whole time. Everyone was so accommodating and the park is so clean. We did the combo pass and thoroughly enjoyed the hands on park and the drive through Safari. we highly recommend the park to any one thinking of visiting, and we can't wait for our next visit. The icecream is great too.

We found a place that offers kids a fun interactive hands on experience that includes some learning…read morealong the way. If your kiddos like to have fun and explore you need to visit the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. They have exhibits that change often that include local or even trending kids shows! The museum has two floors and has an elevator. They have an array of learning and interactive opportunities. You can find a list of days and times on their website! When we were there we got a chance to learn about music and the kids got to play some instruments. The museum is very inclusive and friendly! They offer sensory kits at the front desk if needed too! According to their website the "kits include noise reduction headphones, a weighted vest and suspenders, emotion recognition flashcards..." All the team members we have encountered have been kind and helpful! My only comment of suggestion would be for a little more adult seating in some of the "middle sections" of the museum. There are a few spots all along the walls but not much towards the middle. I understand it creates more opportunities for grownups to get involved with the kids too but for those of us with disabilities that need a minute to catch our breath it was difficult to find a spot close to where my kids were. Lots of interactive play and many memories made here! I highly suggest visiting. The rate to visit is $12 per person but they offer many types of discounted rates for different reasons. All rate information is available on their website. Parking can be a challenge as they do not have their own parking structure and the closest parking is side street meter parking that you can pay using the parking app. They do not validate parking.

What a cutie patootie children's museum! Grand Rapids Children's Museum is small, but it's…read moreeverything you need in a children's museum, and a great place for young children to play. I visited with a tween and teenager, so we were definitely a little older than the target age. That said, my children had a great time! I had to practically pull them away when it was time to leave. When we arrived, we were told to explore and "follow our hearts" around the museum. I loved that! This children's museum really encourages self-directed play, which is obvious by all of the fun, open-ended objects everywhere. You've got the giant blocks, magna-tiles, LEGO tables, pretend kitchen and house, and lots of other things. Both of my children gravitated to The Spin Zone, a three-tiered table that uses centrifugal force to power different objects. Upstairs, there's a bubble area, where you can create giant bubbles; a play house to pretend in; a train table to drive trains around; a makerspace to make stuff in; and an exhibit called Weathering Emotions, a walk-through spot where you can learn about and experience emotions. Some of these exhibits are permanent, and some are just visiting, so your visit might vary. I would say that the Grand Rapids Children's Museum is the perfect place for ages 2 to 10. Beyond that age, it's definitely fun, but it might not hold the attention of older kids. But that's OK! This children's museum is a space for the little kids, and that's perfect.

Fun little wine barn near Cedar! Owner is super friendly and does a great job explaining the…read moreprocess for using the machines to choose your own wine pours. I personally enjoyed the flight. I'm looking forward to coming back during warmer weather to experience the oudoor space!

This wine barn is a bit off the beaten path, but worth checking out. The interior is spacious,…read moreplenty of tables. They have chairs and picnic tables outside as well. They have only Michigan wines, as a self serve wine bar. You start at the main bar to set up an account. They give you a card that can be slotted into one of the wine vending machines, each with four bottles, and three pour options. Everything is well labeled, the wines running from sweet to dry. They have a menu of appetizers, dips, charcuterie board, soft pretzels, flatbreads, etc. They also have some ciders, limited beer, and non alcoholic options. If you are not a fan of Michigan wines, you may not enjoy this spot. Our group had a variety of options, but like start it was a laid back place.

I had been looking for some things to do while visiting Grand Rapids that were within walking…read moredistance of my hotel. The Public Museum had come up in several searches, so I decided to stop in for a visit. This museum was the perfect way to spend a couple hours. The displays and different installations were just long enough to get a better understanding of the subject, but not so long and detailed that it was overwhelming. I particularly liked the baseball collection display. Upon buying my ticket, I was asked if I also wanted a ticket to the carousel or the planetarium. I decided to do both. The carousel was fun, but I think I could have probably skipped it. The planetarium was really cool. It was kind of a "choose your own adventure" as we hopped around via audience input. All in all, a fun way to spend a couple hours and very family friendly.

We had a wonderful visit, two adults. I'm sure our adult kids would have enjoyed it, too, but it…read morewas great for us older adults

What a cool little find. My daughter was having a dance recital nearby and this was the closest…read moreflower stand I could find without going to a grocery store. Two people were outside working in the garden and said hi as I walked into the self serve stand. They accepted cash, cards, or venmo, which was cool. I found the perfect bouquet for a fair price and was on my way. There was one other customer paying as I walked up as well, which was cool to see! Plenty of room in the parking area/driveway, which is nice to avoid just pulling off to the side of the road. Stop by and check it out!

Great tasting veggies and delicious strawberries!read more