Totis Lucky

I used to live really close to Mapleside Farms. When my kids were little we used to take them there in the fall for the festivities. Back then Mapleside was full to the bursting with gifts, baked goods and everything apple in the fall. I went recently for the first time in about 15 years. I was very saddened to see that there was nothing left of the old place I remember. There was apple cider in the cooler case and a few products for sale. The bakery did smell delicious. Bought the place was pretty much deserted. Unfortunately I think it's a sign of the times. Small businesses are really getting squeezed out. Nobody wants to buy gifts at small businesses. Which is really sad. I will say that their new barn for special events is absolutely gorgeous! I am hoping that this is how they will continue into the future. Their apple cider is the best. We traveled there to buy 5 gallons we are converting to hard cider. I'm including some photos of the outstanding view of the valley behind them. And the new event barn.

We visited for the fall festival. We had kids ranging from 8-18 (or much older if you count me in) and we all had a blast! They have corn mazes, hay rides, pig races, giant bounce pads, and much more.The 300+ foot slide down the side of the hill (pictured) was definitely the highlight! Those young people hauling the burlap sacks back up the hill deserve a raise or at least a tip jar. The fresh, hot, apple cider donuts were amazing and washing them down with a cider slush was great. So many foods that smelled so good, but we couldn't try them all. Prices were fair. All of the employees were polite. It was very well run and enjoyable.