A few days ago my family headed to the orchard to pick Cherries. We climbed rustic wooden ladders, straining for the best cherries & were delighted with the ripe red sours.

There is something perfect about harvesting your own ingredients before making pie, jam, or crisp.

24 pints of jam later I can tell you that I think we succeeded & as I type this my hubby is driving me back to the orchard for more cherries. This morning Jay headed to the river to fish an early hatch – Trico’s – while I slept. We decided we’d have a late breakfast: Oatmeal Waffles & Sour Cherries with a strong dark mug of French Roast.

Part of the beauty of living here is enjoying fresh produce offerings & daily hatches. Good Fishing & Food are the perfect pair at the Muskegon River Lodge.

Oatmeal Waffles are on the breakfast menu & come paired with local, seasonal produce.

Just in time for summer, in partnership with Martha’s Vineyard of Grand Rapids MI, our Summer Wine Menu. Whether you’re looking for that perfect glass of wine to compliment one of our dinners or a bottle to enjoy on one of our decks over-looking the Muskegon River, our Summer Wine Menu has just what you were looking for. Please allow a day or two notice prior to your arrival. winemenu2

-Cheers, Steve