Great Lakes Farms
5111 Union Rd N5L-1J2 Port Stanley, ON, Canada

Show us what you’ve got! The season may be over, but we are still reminiscing about it - and all the seasons we have had before this! We can’t wait until next year when things are back to normal, and we know so many of you feel the same way. ... We want to see your favorite memory or picture that you’ve taken at Great Lakes Farms over the years so we can look back together. S H O W & T E L L Facebook Just comment with the picture below and your memory! Instagram Share your picture and tag us and we will add it to our stories! Share this post and let’s see how many memories we can collect! Remember to share on the original post so we can see everything!

What an amazing turn out for the final pick of the season! 2500lbs of apples picked and donated!

What an awesome 2020 season! We want to thank each and every person that took the time to visit our farm. Your support means the world to us, and you remind us that people love buying fresh, local products! We may be closed for the season - but don’t worry, you can still get those fresh apples you love! ... S E L F S E R V E Our Self Serve Stand is now up and running with pre-bagged apples! 5111 Union Road in Port Stanley

F A R M R U L E S We had such a great weekend, the weather was beautiful, the apples were delicious, and our customers were fantastic! We wanted to touch on some house rules, aka Farm Rules, and although we don’t have many, they are very important! ... When our guidelines are followed, this allows us to operate safely for both our customers and our staff members. It is key that these rules are followed so that we can continue to stay open for the remainder of the season. After all, there are still A LOT of apples left to pick! Please note that there are no animals permitted on the farm. Our parking lot is also situated in the sun, and it is far to warm for any furry friend to be left unattended in a vehicle. Service animals of course are an exception. We love to see you here, and usually we would ask you to stay a while and visit ... but this year is very different! We ask that you be diligent with your picking time, continue on into the Apple Barn for a snack, and proceed with your day We want to give everyone a chance to pick and still be able to social distance. If the orchard is packed with customers who have already finished picking, this becomes quite difficult, as you know how busy it can get! Photographers, please understand that we are not allowing any type of event on the farm this year. This would include any type of photography session, as it is counter productive to us asking customers to please pick and continue out of the orchard. Roadside Visitors - please just come into the farm to visit! We do not allow roadside photography sessions, as it is dangerous along the highway, but also that is our wholesale orchard and we are busy farming that side. Please know that these apples may look delicious, however they are not free to pick. Please remember that face coverings are required to enter the Apple Barn, and we are asking that you limit the number of people ordering to prevent congestion. Please practice social distancing and maintain a 2m/6ft distance between yourself and others not visiting with you. Baskets and/or bags will be provided for those picking. Bags from home are not permitted, however if you have a reusable basket from a previous season that is allowed. Please stop at the booth before entering the orchard. We are open 10am - 5pm Monday to Saturday & 11am - 5pm on Sunday’s!

Here is a peak at some of the yummy and local goodies we have in the Apple Barn! Saturday 10am to 5pm... Sunday 11am to 5pm The Apple Barn is also still up and running this weekend - our baked goods freeze incredibly well if you’re looking to stock up The Apple Barn is a bit different this year, but here are some of our favorite things Mile High Apple Pie Warm Coffee from Harbour Merchant Oatmeal Apple Cookies Honey from Wildflowers Farm Apple Muffins Maple Syrup from Palmer’s Apple Strudel Apple Cider (Warm or Cold!) Butter Tarts Sparkling Ciders Apple Crisp Shaw’s Ice Cream Caramel Apple Pie The Famous Apple Pie in a Jar What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E R E D D E L I C I O U S G O L D E N D E L I C I O U S F U J I S P Y I D A R E D There are still many other varieties available in the Apple Barn to purchase by the pound, Honey Crisp included

What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E... C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D M C I N T O S H M U T S U A M B R O S I A R E D D E L I C I O U S G O L D E N D E L I C I O U S Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

Happy Halloween! In great Canadian fashion, did everyone see the snow yesterday? Are you really trick or treating in Canada if you can’t fit a a snow suit under your costume? This is our FINAL weekend open for the U-Pick orchard and the Apple Barn! We have so many goodies available - it’s worth the trip to come and see us! ... Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm Sunday November 1st will be our LAST open day - after that our self serve stand will be open with bags of pre-packed apples for you to enjoy!

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends, family, and amazing customers! We have had a great weekend so far and we expect today to be just as great! We are open all day and there are still SO many apples to choose from, the bakery is going strong, and our staff are ready and willing to help with any of your Apple questions! ... Monday 10am - 5pm The Apple Barn is a bit different this year, but here are some of our favorite things Mile High Apple Pie Warm Coffee from Harbour Merchant Oatmeal Apple Cookies Honey from Wildflowers Farm Apple Muffins Maple Syrup from Palmer’s Apple Strudel Apple Cider (Warm or Cold!) Butter Tarts Sparkling Ciders Apple Crisp Shaw’s Ice Cream Caramel Apple Pie The Famous Apple Pie in a Jar

S U N D A Y Thanksgiving Sunday to be exact! It’s supposed to be sunny and beautiful and we can’t wait to see everyone! ... What are your Sunday plans today? We are OPEN Thanksgiving Monday! Sunday 11am - 5pm Monday 10am - 5pm Our bakery is operating in high gear ALL weekend long! What can you find inside? Mile High Apple Pie Oatmeal Apple Cookies Apple Muffins Apple Strudel Butter Tarts Apple Crisp Caramel Apple Pie The weekend best seller has been our famous Apple Cookies - they just happen to work for breakfast, lunch, and dinner What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D M C I N T O S H M U T S U A M B R O S I A R E D D E L I C I O U S G O L D E N D E L I C I O U S Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

http:// SATURDAY \\ Is there anything better than the Saturday of a long weekend? Add in some sunshine, some apples, and maybe a piece of pie and you’re all set! ... We are OPEN thanksgiving Monday! Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm Monday 10am - 5pm Our bakery is operating in high gear ALL weekend long! What can you find inside? Mile High Apple Pie Oatmeal Apple Cookies Apple Muffins Apple Strudel Butter Tarts Apple Crisp Caramel Apple Pie I wish you could smell the Apple Barn right now - it’s okay to eat Apple Crisp for breakfast right? What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D M C I N T O S H M U T S U A M B R O S I A R E D D E L I C I O U S G O L D E N D E L I C I O U S Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

We are so happy to see our apples going to the amazing front line workers at STEGH! Enjoy!

http:// T H A N K S G I V I N G \\ We are gearing up for what is usually our busiest weekend of the year! Although things look different, some things stay the same - like our delicious apples, fresh baked goods, and warm apple cider! ... We are OPEN Thanksgiving Monday! Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm Monday 10am - 5pm Our bakery is operating in high gear ALL weekend long! What can you find inside? Mile High Apple Pie Oatmeal Apple Cookies Apple Muffins Apple Strudel Butter Tarts Apple Crisp Caramel Apple Pie What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D M C I N T O S H M U T S U A M B R O S I A R E D D E L I C I O U S G O L D E N D E L I C I O U S Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

A reminder to all of the bakers out there that LOVE our Courtland apples - they’re ready and waiting for you! Baking with our apples? Tag us in your creations and we will be sure to share your masterpiece! Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm... Sunday 11am - 5pm #applegrowersofontario #elgincounty #southwold #portstanley #goodthingsgrowinontario #fresh #local #juicy #apples #baking #fall #2020season #courtlandapples

Big. Small. Smooth. Bumpy. White. ... Orange. What’s you’re favorite looking pumpkin? We’re old school and love the traditional round orange pumpkins - perfect for roasting the seeds and carving Jack-o-lanterns! Have you been back to our patch yet?!

Tell us below what your plans are on this rainy fall Sunday? It’s just another day for us here at the orchard - and the perfect day to come and grab a warm drink and a treat in the Apple Barn Don’t forget you can purchase freshly picked apples inside the Apple Barn by the pound while you stay nice and dry and warm ... BUT this weather doesn’t scare everyone - and we know lots of people love these wet fall days! So grab your rubber boots and rain jacket and come pick some apples .... or maybe even venture back to the pumpkin patch! What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

Perfect Fall Weather No Line Up Delicious Apples ... What are you waiting for?

[ O C T O B E R ] Fall is in full swing and the orchard is full of delicious apples and spooooky pumpkins! ... Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm We are also open weekdays! 10am-5pm The U-Pick Orchard is open and ready for pickers! There is no charge to enter the farm, but you will make a quick stop at our admission gate to pay before picking! Choose from a small bag, large bag, or a 3L basket - please leave your bags and baskets at home, we’ve got you covered! Apple varieties can be mixed Don’t feel like picking but still want to bring home some local and fresh goodness - no worries! Visit is in the Apple Barn to purchase pre-picked apples by the pound! Our bakery has already been up and running this morning, and my oh my does it smell good in here! Seating in our café is closed, but you can find a nice spot outside or take your treats to go! We have installed a new Take Out window to allow guests to stay outside if desired - it worked great for Peach Fest! We love furry friends, however we ask that you leave them at home when visiting the farm. The play area is closed and the tractor rides are currently not up and running. Due to Covid-19, things look a bit different this year. Please respect the rules and regulations that have been put in place to keep everyone safe. What’s Ready Right Now? G A L A E M P I R E C O U R T L A N D J O N A G O L D Honey Crisp have all been picked in the U-Pick orchard, but don’t worry there are still lots available in the Apple Barn fresh from the farm!

It’s not quite October yet, but it sure is getting awful close! Have you done your fall decorating yet? It’s never to early to start with some pumpkins! We have a large pumpkin patch at the back of our U-Pick orchard, with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes looking for a home! ... Grab a wagon and get pickin’!! #fall2020 #pumpkinpatch #pickapumpkin #locallygrown #goodthingsgrowinontario #portstanley #southwold #elgincounty #greatlakesfarms #upick

We wanted to let all of our customers know they we will no longer be offering advanced admission tickets for our U-Pick Orchard Just like we had been doing before, once you arrive to the farm you can find a parking spot and head to the admission booth before heading into the U-Pick orchard Please respect the social distancing measures while visiting the farm. This includes maintaining a 2m/6ft distance between yourself and any other guests not at the farm with you.... We are so grateful for your cooperation and understanding during these times, as we try and keep the farm as safe as possible for everyone. Happy Picking!

Muffins, muffins we love apple muffins. Today is muffin Monday. Buy 2 packages of 6 muffins and get 1 free. Can’t eat them all now? They freeze great!