There are several Amish communities in Michigan, but the community in River Country, Southwest Michigan, is the largest in the state. Traveling through Amish land is very relaxing. You are forced to slow down and enjoy life as it was meant to be, as these plain people do.
Visit some of their shops to get a taste of how simple and relaxed life can be.
Bubbling Brook Farm
An organic CSA. Stop in and enjoy a tour of the farm and, when available, the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
25374 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-8910
Countryside Greenhouse & Produce
Offering vegetable seeds, hanging baskets, top soil, coco bean shells, annuals, flowering plants and so much more on 20 acres of farmland. Call to place a fruit order or visit us at the Mendon, Battle Creek and Richland farmer's markets. CSA shares available.
25920 Wasepi Rd, Centreville 269-467-4967
Dutch Kuntry Corner
Wide variety of scrapbooking, stamping and craft supplies. See handmade crafts and cards along with many other gift items.
26971 Banker Street Rd, Sturgis 269-651-3777 ext 2
Miller's Discount Store
A variety store offering groceries, bulk spices, grains, specialty flours and a huge selection of candy. Cheeses, glassware, wonderful baked goods and unique items.
24029 Truckenmiller Rd, Centreville 269-4935
Yoder's Country Market
Visit Yoder's to find quality meats, homemade salads and great baked goods. Household items, bulk foods and more. Stop in for lunch and eat on their outdoor patio.
375 Eleanor Dr, Centreville 269-467-4856
This is just a small sample of the wide variety of Amish businesses in River Country. Visit our website for a full listing of Amish shops and a map with their locations or pick up a River Country Visitor's Guide at area Welcome Centers and AAA offices.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
Camping in River Country
Camping is a very affordable family getaway and River Country (St Joseph County, Southwest Michigan) has many campgrounds for your vacation retreat.
Amigo Park (Sturgis MI) - Camping is a family event at Amigo Park. Bring your RV or tent to enjoy this wonderful campground. For your comfort and enjoyment take advantage of the modern bathhouse, electrical hookups, swimming, boat rentals and playground area. Sunday worship service is a special time for visitors. Amigo Park is a ministry of Amigo Centre. Reservations are preferred. 27091 Amigo Park Dr, Sturgis 269-651-2734
Cade Lake Campground (Sturgis MI) - Located on the shore of Cade Lake covering 52 acres. Open for day use or overnight camping with 62 campsites, 44 modern. Boat rentals, playground, fishing, picnic shelter and tables, hiking trails, volleyball, restrooms. Take US-12 two miles east of Sturgis, then south 1/10 mile on Plumb School Road. 269-467-5519
Cranberry Lake Campground (Marcellus MI) - Nestled in the rolling hills with a magnificent lake view from almost every site. Great fishing, store, onsite manager, game room, boat launch, dump station, play area, sandy swimming beach, horseshoes, laundry, shower house and flush toilets. The 2009 DNR SW Michigan Fish Contest winning Large Mouth Bass (6 lbs 6 oz) was caught at Cranberry Lake. 10301 Bent Street, Marcellus 269-646-3336 http://www.campcranberrylake.com/
Hidden Pond Campground (Nottawa MI) - Over 100 sites in clean, peaceful campground with 2,000 feet of river frontage. We offer swimming, fishing, paddle boating and canoeing on a spring fed pond. Also a playground, basketball court, horseshoes, volleyball, store, laundry, showers and dump station. 60735 Nottawa Rd, Nottawa 269-467-8684
Leidy Lake Campground (Colon MI) - Relax from the crowd, but close to home. Offers RV and primitive camp sites. Water and electrical hook up available as well as cabins, beach and open campfire pits. Enjoy hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas or take advantage of the canoe and kayak launch. Just 10 minutes from Colon, the Magic capital of the World. 29464 Colon Rd, Colon 269-432-3311 http://www.leidylakecampground.com/
Amigo Park (Sturgis MI) - Camping is a family event at Amigo Park. Bring your RV or tent to enjoy this wonderful campground. For your comfort and enjoyment take advantage of the modern bathhouse, electrical hookups, swimming, boat rentals and playground area. Sunday worship service is a special time for visitors. Amigo Park is a ministry of Amigo Centre. Reservations are preferred. 27091 Amigo Park Dr, Sturgis 269-651-2734
Cade Lake Campground (Sturgis MI) - Located on the shore of Cade Lake covering 52 acres. Open for day use or overnight camping with 62 campsites, 44 modern. Boat rentals, playground, fishing, picnic shelter and tables, hiking trails, volleyball, restrooms. Take US-12 two miles east of Sturgis, then south 1/10 mile on Plumb School Road. 269-467-5519
Cranberry Lake Campground (Marcellus MI) - Nestled in the rolling hills with a magnificent lake view from almost every site. Great fishing, store, onsite manager, game room, boat launch, dump station, play area, sandy swimming beach, horseshoes, laundry, shower house and flush toilets. The 2009 DNR SW Michigan Fish Contest winning Large Mouth Bass (6 lbs 6 oz) was caught at Cranberry Lake. 10301 Bent Street, Marcellus 269-646-3336 http://www.campcranberrylake.com/
Hidden Pond Campground (Nottawa MI) - Over 100 sites in clean, peaceful campground with 2,000 feet of river frontage. We offer swimming, fishing, paddle boating and canoeing on a spring fed pond. Also a playground, basketball court, horseshoes, volleyball, store, laundry, showers and dump station. 60735 Nottawa Rd, Nottawa 269-467-8684
Leidy Lake Campground (Colon MI) - Relax from the crowd, but close to home. Offers RV and primitive camp sites. Water and electrical hook up available as well as cabins, beach and open campfire pits. Enjoy hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas or take advantage of the canoe and kayak launch. Just 10 minutes from Colon, the Magic capital of the World. 29464 Colon Rd, Colon 269-432-3311 http://www.leidylakecampground.com/
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
EVENT CANCELLATION
The White Pigeon Powwow scheduled for July 9 has been cancelled. Please feel free to attend the White Pigeon Days craft fair that same weekend.
St Joseph Couny Fairgrounds Summer Events
The St. Joseph County Fairgrounds is NOT just home to the fair! Check out the many events throughout the summer that are family-friendly. Visit their website (http://www.centrevillefair.com/) for full details.
In the next month enjoy such great events such as the Great Lakes Buckskin Horse Show, Antique & Collectibles Market (held monthly), Faith Fest and the State Line Swine & Goat Show.
Those are just for the month of July! Check them out for loads of fun. And MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW for the St Joseph County Grange Fair to be held September 18-24. Celebrating the family fair since 1851. It's all here at the 161st Annual Fair.
Enjoy harness racing, evening grandstand events, open class & 4-H exhibits, daily livestock shows, community tent featuring free entertainment, great food and so much more!
St Joseph County Fairgrounds, Centreville 269-467-8935 http://www.centrevillefair.com/
In the next month enjoy such great events such as the Great Lakes Buckskin Horse Show, Antique & Collectibles Market (held monthly), Faith Fest and the State Line Swine & Goat Show.
Those are just for the month of July! Check them out for loads of fun. And MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW for the St Joseph County Grange Fair to be held September 18-24. Celebrating the family fair since 1851. It's all here at the 161st Annual Fair.
Enjoy harness racing, evening grandstand events, open class & 4-H exhibits, daily livestock shows, community tent featuring free entertainment, great food and so much more!
St Joseph County Fairgrounds, Centreville 269-467-8935 http://www.centrevillefair.com/
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