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Erwin Orchards Cider Mill is now Blake’s South Lyon

The Erwin Orchards families announced their retirement from the their farm and cider mill on July 14. Blake’s Orchard and Cider Mill, Armada cider mills we like to call the “Cedar Point of Michigan Cider Mills” has announced they have purchased Erwin Orchards and have rebranded it as Blake’s South Lyon.

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The cider mill tradition will continue in South Lyon for years to come under Blake’s ownership beginning August 20. An official Blake’s South Lyon Welcome Weekend is scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, August 27 & August 28 with FREE cider & donuts (and more).

What will this mean for the orchard and cider mill formerly known as Erwin Orchards

Blake’s will continue the Erwin Orchards tradition of fall cider and donuts, the petting zoo, u-pick, and tractor rides.

Blake’s also has some new plans for the 104 acre site. They’re planning new additions beginning in 2022 which include a fresh produce farmstand, outposts serving wine and Blake’s famous hard cider, and expanded menu of cider mill treats, and live music on the weekends.

Erwin Orchards famously hosted fall haunted attractions on the farm up until about 5 years ago. We at OCM haven’t heard anything yet if Blake’s has plans to take their legendary Macomb County location haunted attractions to Oakland County. If they do, it’ll be even more exciting!

Blake’s South Lyon is open seven days a week Sunday through Thursday 8a-7p, Friday and Saturday 8a-9p beginning Aug 20, 2022 through Halloween.

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altJuly 14, 2022 Statement from the Erwin Orchards Family
We have harvested our last crop, the Erwin Orchards & Cider Mill signs have been taken down and we will soon begin the next chapter of our lives. Retirement will finally be a reality for the Erwin and Emery families. Speaking for my husband, Bill Erwin and myself, (Linda), the reality is bittersweet. We have loved this beautiful farm and our chosen profession for over 54 years. We are the fourth generation and this is year 102. We are proud of what we have built but know that none of it would have been possible without our yearly beloved and dedicated work family, many of which have been with us for multiple years and all of you, our loyal customers. You have supported us year after year through good crops and not so good crops and even a total loss of our apple crop due to freezing temperatures in 2012! We always love to hear about your visits to our farm. If you have a story, treasured memory or just want to say goodbye and want to share it in the form of a review, it would mean a great deal to us. You may also email us via erwinorchards@gmail.com. We will miss you and be forever grateful that you considered us a beloved Family tradition for so many decades. We are happy to say that a good portion of our land will continue to be farmed under new ownership. Details will be available soon from the new owners. Thank you for the memories and our wish is for everyone to have a life filled with Happiness and Good Health!
With Love, The Erwin Orchards Family

Saturday, August 27, 2022 and Sunday, August 28, 2022 from 8a-9p
South Lyon Weekend Events – Blake’s South Lyon Welcome Weekend
Blake’s South Lyon (61475 Silver Lake Road, South Lyon, Michigan)
Erwin Orchard’s is now Blake’s South Lyon. Welcome the new owners this weekend with free cider and donuts, live music, family activities and more. Hosted by www.blakefarms.com.

About Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Blake’s family-owned and operated orchard and cider mill in Armada, Mich. has been serving generations since 1946. With a commitment to excellence, a memorable experience is in store with delicious cider and donuts, corn mazes, haunted house, hayrides, hard cider bar and more. Visit any of Blake’s locations, Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill, Blake’s Tasting Room, and Blake’s Big Apple in Armada, Blake’s Backyard in Almont, and the newest location, Blake’s South Lyon.
www.blakefarms.com.

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