Farms, Fields and Forests
If you’re interested in interactive farm and wildlife activities, we’ve got information on many different local farms. Explore nature at wildlife sanctuaries or environmental centers. Learn about llamas, fishing, deer and buffalo at the local ranches and farms. Farm markets and U-picks are plentiful around the county. For the outdoor sportsperson, Jackson has state recreation and game areas for hunting and over 188 lakes for fishing and boating activities.
Looking for more outdoor activities? Try our County Parks or birding in Jackson
Jackson's Farms
Bob’s Blueberries
8972 College Drive
Jackson, MI 49201
Bob's Blueberries is a family run U-pick patch that has been in business for almost 60 years. A beautiful well maintained U-pick patch, most find Bob's atmosphere to... » More Information
Bob's Blueberries is a family run U-pick patch that has been in business for almost 60 years. A beautiful well maintained U-pick patch, most find Bob's atmosphere to be relaxing and enjoyable. Children are welcome to join in on the picking. Bob's provides a bucket for picking and is open typically from mid July to Labor Day. Our patch is NOT organic and typically we spray for pests 2-3 times per season. We will be open 8-12 and 4-7 daily for the 2013 season. We still recommend folks to call before coming.
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Clare Limerick Alpaca and Produce Ranch
Website 5681 Rives Junction Rd.
Jackson, MI 49201
Uses natural growing practices, asparagus, beets, cucumbers, flowers, herbs/spices, lavender, melons, pumpkins, rhubarb, tomatoes, other vegetables, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours, events at your location.... » More Information
Uses natural growing practices, asparagus, beets, cucumbers, flowers, herbs/spices, lavender, melons, pumpkins, rhubarb, tomatoes, other vegetables, gift shop, restrooms, picnic area, farm animals, school tours, events at your location. We use natural practices, but are not yet certified Organic. We have alpaca clothing and yarn. Also a variety of alpaca related gift items. Over 25 alpacas on the farm.
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Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market
Website 117 West Louis Glick Hwy.
Jackson, MI 49201
The Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market is organized by the Jackson Downtown Development Authority.
The Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market is organized by the Jackson Downtown Development Authority.
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Eby’s City Farm
Website 351 Wall Street
Jackson, MI 49201
Eby's CityFarm is a 2.5 acre organic farm near Jackson's downtown. Fresh organically grown fruits and vegetables in season and fresh organically grown greens in the winter! Visit the... » More Information
Eby's CityFarm is a 2.5 acre organic farm near Jackson's downtown. Fresh organically grown fruits and vegetables in season and fresh organically grown greens in the winter! Visit the farm and the web store to find local products from other farms as well.
Homegrown chemical-free produce including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, currants, and gooseberries, as well as lettuce, tomatoes and other summer food. Cindy bakes and makes jam (all organic), makes soap with organic ingredients, and sews unique items -- hats, potholders, aprons -- from recycled materials.
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Green Market at Allegiance Health
205 Northeast Ave.
Jackson, MI 49201
The Green Market at Allegiance Health, has earned a reputation as a farmers’ market that sells products grown in Michigan in a natural and sustainable manner, is open May-October,... » More Information
The Green Market at Allegiance Health, has earned a reputation as a farmers’ market that sells products grown in Michigan in a natural and sustainable manner, is open May-October, at the corner of Page and Michigan Avenues in the parking lot of the Allegiance Health Neuro-Muscular-Skeletal Center, 1201 East Michigan Avenue.
The outdoor market runs May through October, then moves indoors in the lobby of the Allegiance Health Hospital in November. Winter hours are 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This is the fourth season for The Green Market at Allegiance Health.
The outdoor market features vendors offering seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs; gourmet baked goods and preserves; free-range eggs; hormone and antibiotic-free cheeses, poultry, lamb, pork and beef; honey and maple syrup; potted annuals, perennials, and cut flowers; gluten-free dog biscuits; plus juried arts and crafts produced by local artists and crafts people.
New this year will be the acceptance of the Michigan Bridge Card, credit and debit cards, Project Fresh coupons, Senior Project Fresh coupons, WIC and Double Up Food Bucks, as well as cash and checks.
The Green Market at Allegiance Health is a not-for-profit farmers’ coop organization supported in part by Allegiance Health.
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Hearthstone Farm Market
Website 3215 Chapel Rd.
Spring Arbor, MI 49283
A working and seasonal farm market that sells what the family farm grows. Popular items include Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Pumpkins, Peaches, Blueberries, Apple Cider, Green Beans, Peppers, Squash, Cucumbers, Broccoli,... » More Information
A working and seasonal farm market that sells what the family farm grows. Popular items include Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Pumpkins, Peaches, Blueberries, Apple Cider, Green Beans, Peppers, Squash, Cucumbers, Broccoli, Honey and more. Super sweet corn is a specialty that ripens in late July with successive plantings into September. U-pick Tomatoes, Beans, and Pumpkins are available. In late October, the Harvest Festival takes place on weekends with hay rides, a corn maze, pumpkin picking, apples, and cider.
* Beans available late July through mid September.
* Tomatoes late August through mid September.
* Peppers late August through mid September.
* Winter Squash & Pumpkins late September through October.
* Fall decorations including straw bales, cornstalks, gourds, Indian corn & more in early October.
CALL FOR EXACT PICKING TIMES AND DATES!
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Indian Brook Farms
Website 5883 West Michigan Avenue
Jackson, MI 49201
Kids of all ages love to visit Indian Brook Farms. What an opportunity for adults to drive a few miles to experience a fun filled environment that also educates kids... » More Information
Kids of all ages love to visit Indian Brook Farms. What an opportunity for adults to drive a few miles to experience a fun filled environment that also educates kids about aquaculture and agriculture. As you arrive at Indian Brook Farms you will see a trout pond, gift shop, snack bar and a huge display of pumpkins in the fall. A free wagon ride takes kids (and adults) through 120 acres of agricultural experiences including wet lands, vegetable and flower gardening, natural untouched plant growth and one of the biggest pumpkin patches around. Kids learn about aquaculture by seeing how fish are hatched and nurtured through the stages of growth to full sized trout at the Indian Brook Farms spring fed fish hatchery. They can feed the fish and also fish for full sized trout at the Fishing Pond. Before and after the wagon ride kids can visit the fish ponds, gift shop and snack bar which features freshly made fish sandwiches, roll ups, just baked donuts and pies as well as other snacks and drinks. Unique for school trips, company outings, family re-unions, school class tours, birthday parties and other events where having fun is a desired ingredient.
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J & D Honey Bees
13521 Allman Rd.
Concord, MI 49201
Produces and packages wildflower honey, Beeswax Lip Balms, Beeswax, Moisturizer Bars, Beeswax Ornaments, Beeswax, Candles, Flavored/Fruited , Honey, Gift Baskets, Lotion Bars J & D’s Honeybees is a... » More Information
Produces and packages wildflower honey, Beeswax Lip Balms, Beeswax, Moisturizer Bars, Beeswax Ornaments, Beeswax, Candles, Flavored/Fruited , Honey, Gift Baskets, Lotion Bars
J & D’s Honeybees is a family owned and operated business. All honey is produced, extracted and packaged by us. Our honey is considered raw (unpasteurized). We welcome visitors and would be glad to show the productive side of a bee farm. We have an indoor working observation hive. Buzz in and say Hi sometime. Our hours are flexible. We can ship honey anywhere in the USA. The buyer pays for shipping and insurance, but we only accept cash & personal checks. Come and make a basket for any occasion. I have many baskets to choose from!
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Lutchka Angus and Farm Market
1439 S. Francisco Rd.
Grass Lake, MI 49240
We pride ourselves on being a one-stop, self-serve, produce stand with high quality vegetables picked daily.
We pride ourselves on being a one-stop, self-serve, produce stand with high quality vegetables picked daily.
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McAtee Organic Farms
Website 570 Gillettes Lake Rd, Suite 500
Jackson, MI 49201
Artesian Spring water and organic vegetable farm
Artesian Spring water and organic vegetable farm
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McLaughlin Farm Ltd
Website 6300 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
McLaughlin Farm Ltd. is a local producer of pasture raised, grass fed and finished Highland Beef, which is dry aged. The farm has been in the McLaughlin family for 80 years.... » More Information
McLaughlin Farm Ltd. is a local producer of pasture raised, grass fed and finished Highland Beef, which is dry aged. The farm has been in the McLaughlin family for 80 years. It is located in Jackson, Michigan. McLaughlin Farm raises Highland Cattle (and Highland crosses). The breed originated in Scotland and is highly regarded world wide for its fine beef. McLaughlin Farm does not utilize any growth hormone supplements nor does it feed antibiotics. Antibiotics are only used in the event they are medically indicated and prescribed by a veterinarian. All McLaughlin Farm beef is processed by USDA inspected processors. The processor dry ages the beef for up to three weeks before it is custom cut and vacuum packaged. Each piece is labeled with the name of the cut and its exact weight. The farm markets it’s meats directly to consumers through farm markets, the internet and word of mouth. The farm does not run a farm store but will sell beef directly to customers from the farm by appointment. McLaughlin Farm can be found most Saturday’s at the Meridian Township (Okemos) Farmers’ Market from May through October. McLaughlin Farm beef is also featured at Arbor Brewing in Ann Arbor and at the Traveler’s Club in Okemos. Learn more about McLaughlin Farm and check out recipes at: www.McLaughlinFarmLtd.com
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Michigan Whitetail Hall of Fame Museum
4220 Willis Rd.
Grass Lake, MI 49240
More than 50 Boone and Crockett world record buck racks are on display at the museum, along with Michigan’s record holder. Visitors can see and feed the live deer... » More Information
More than 50 Boone and Crockett world record buck racks are on display at the museum, along with Michigan’s record holder. Visitors can see and feed the live deer seven days a week, year round. Also, see one of the country's largest chainsaw and farm museums.
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Pregitzer Farm Market, LLC
Website 6870 Territorial Rd.
Munith, MI 49272
Our goal is to provide high quality fresh produce, "Like having your own garden without the work." Summertime favorites include bi-color sweet corn and our own seedless watermelon, cantelope, tomatoes,... » More Information
Our goal is to provide high quality fresh produce, "Like having your own garden without the work." Summertime favorites include bi-color sweet corn and our own seedless watermelon, cantelope, tomatoes, peppers, combined with fun fall activities of hayrides to the U-Pick pumpkin patch, corn maze, straw crawl, petting zoo, hayrides, school field trips and private parties. Don't miss the fall festival for all to enjoy!
We are located 15 miles north of Jackson at thte corner of Territaorial and Bunkerhill Road.
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Steller Apiaries
Website 3342 Clinton Way
Jackson, MI 49201
We are ‘backyard beekeepers’ that practice an alternative beekeeping method that is designed for the bees. We pride ourselves on sustaining our bees naturally by using Kenyan style... » More Information
We are ‘backyard beekeepers’ that practice an alternative beekeeping method that is designed for the bees. We pride ourselves on sustaining our bees naturally by using Kenyan style top bar hives that do not contain any stamped foundation or four-sided frames. We do not medicate our hives (therefore our honey does not contain medication, either.) We at Steller Apiaries promote natural and alternative beekeeping by, first and foremost, raising and sustaining honey bees for the sake of their pollination, not to manipulate them for valuable honey production. We also offer alternative beekeeping lessons, fully constructed custom top bar hives, tours of our apiary (bee yard) and farm, raw honey-strained or still in the comb, and all-natural beeswax byproducts such as chapstick, hand cream, wood and leather polish, and healing salves. We believe that a natural approach is the right approach to sustaining the bee population and we’re doing our part to naturally and organically pollinate food sources and blooms alike! We also have free-range chickens and turkeys, goats, a large vegetable and herb garden, fruit trees and numerous blooming plots on our eight acres located in Jackson, MI.
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Sweet Seasons Orchard
15787 Allman Rd.
Concord, MI 49237
A family owned and operated orchard with a bakery and a variety of natural food products including apples, cherries, raspberries, pears, plums, peaches, grapes, seed, fruit and nut mixes, as... » More Information
A family owned and operated orchard with a bakery and a variety of natural food products including apples, cherries, raspberries, pears, plums, peaches, grapes, seed, fruit and nut mixes, as well as, pumpkins, squash and Indian corn in the fall. We also feature natural unpasteurized apple cider, honey, jams/jellies, orchard made nut butters, whole wheat & organic pastas, grains, beans, and soup mixes. Look for us at the Downtown Jackson Grand River Farmers Market June through Thanksgiving and the Lansing City Market year-round!
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The Buffalo Ranch
Website 12770 Rountree Rd
Hanover, MI 49241
This farm features some of the best horseback riding in the county. Other features include covered wagon rides, buffalo feeding, a zip line, and pavillion/picnic area. Riding lessons available.
This farm features some of the best horseback riding in the county. Other features include covered wagon rides, buffalo feeding, a zip line, and pavillion/picnic area. Riding lessons available.
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Toth Bros. Blueberry Patch
Website 13007 E Michigan Ave
Grass Lake, MI 49240
Over 3 acres with approximately 1000 well aged organic blueberry bushes.
Over 3 acres with approximately 1000 well aged organic blueberry bushes.
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Triple R Ranch
Website 11585 Round Lake Rd.
Horton, MI 49246
Longhorn Ranch - Lowe Family
Longhorn Ranch - Lowe Family
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