What better way to spend a relaxing day than to visit the area wineries, farmers’ markets and produce stands.
Clark County wineries are flourishing and continue to establish a strong foothold in the wine industry by providing an opportunity to taste some sophisticated and award-winning wines. Many of the wine makers use grapes from outside the area as those areas provide a drier climate for growing. However, some wine makers grow their own grapes locally. These differences in grapes allow for a distinctive variance in taste of their wines. Many of the wineries provide beautiful venues for not only tastings but for events such as weddings and parties as well.
Clark County residents are also fortunate to have quality produce stands and farmers’ markets in the area that provide a wide variety of fresh, seasonal produce. These stands are becoming the go-to place for the freshest produce around–from the field to the table in hours. They provide locally raised food and organic farm products such as fresh produce, flowers, jams and honey. While most stands are seasonal and open only during the warmer months, some stands are open year-round.
Wineries, farmers’ markets and produce stand listings The following wineries, farmers’ markets and produce stands are promoting the sale of their products. Feel free to contact them directly for any specific questions you might have.
1. La Center
Farmers’
Market,
Aspen Ave. at E. 4th St., La Center 98629. Phone: 503-893-5234. www.facebook.com/FarmersMarketLaCenter
Hours: Open every Thursday through Aug. 29, 4-8 p.m.
Profile: Come to beautiful downtown La Center with your friends and family and find farm fresh produce, artisan crafts, entertainment, and interesting food and treats. Blackberries, strawberries, heirloom tomatoes, pure local honey, plants, flowers, jewelry, i drawings, shaved ice, coffee roasters, nuts, gyros, baklava, crepes, candles, leather goods, face painting and more! Come see Curly the Camel when he makes his special appearance with his other animal friends. Check out our Facebook page to see what’s happening next market day!
2. BATTLE
GROUND
VILLAGE
OUTDOOR MARKET, 802 SE 14th Ave., Suite 109, Battle Ground 98604 Phone: 360-723-5545. BGVillage.com. Facebook/BGVOM
Hours: Saturdays, April 27-Sept. 28, 10a.m.-3p.m.
Profile: At the intersection of life and art, creativity and commerce, is the Battle Ground Village Outdoor Market. Here you will find fresh and local produce, flowers, plants, arts & crafts, baked goods, delicious food, pet treats, one-of-a-kind gifts and accessories for your home and garden, and more! The Outdoor Market supports local charities and organizations in the Battle Ground area and offers all kinds of kid-friendly activities including pony rides, face painting and live music! On Friday evenings, July-Aug., join us at Battle Ground Village for Movies in the Park. The park open at 7 p.m. and movies start at dusk. Snacks and refreshments are available for purchase.
3. RIDGEFIELD
FARMERS
MARKET, in historic downtown Ridgefield. Like us on Facebook, and visit us at www.ridgefieldmarket.com. Phone: 360-989-6440.
Hours: Open Saturdays 9a.m.-2p.m., through October 5.
Profile: Located amidst restaurants and boutique shops, the market is now in its fifth season, and stronger than ever. Stocked with the best local produce, flowers, terrific baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade crafts, cotton candy, a bevy of beverages, snacks, garden art and soaps, photography. The market keeps humming with special events, cooking demonstrations, and our weekly giveaway. Our unique co-op booth features produce from local backyard gardeners, and whatever else shows up on the table that week. It’s all about community, so bring the kids, the dogs, and enjoy the scene. Come see what all the fuss is about.
4. FOUR C’s
PRODUCE, 6711 NE 219th St., Battle Ground 98604. Phone: 360-687-8998.
Hours: Open 7 days a week, Mon.-Sat., 9a.m.-7p.m.; Sun., 11a.m.-6p.m. Call for fall and winter hours.
Profile: In season fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms. Specializing in prepared gifts and products made locally: Chainsaw art, microbrews and wines, raw dairy, raw honey, handmade candles, lotions, soaps, spices, sauces and baked goods–including gluten free. New Tuesday market with live music and free samples from 4-7 p.m. for summer events. Stop in and join us.
5. BOSCH’S
BLUEBERRY
HILL FARM, 3917 NE Cedar Creek Rd., Woodland 98674.
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8a.m.-6p.m.; Sat., 8a.m.-4p.m.; Sun., 10a.m.-6p.m. Open seasonally mid-July through the end of August.
Profile: In the business of providing blueberries for 43 years! U-pick or picked –call for prices. Vegetables in season–corn, cucumbers and carrots!
Customer tribute: “Berries can be sour, berries can be sweet, but Bosch’s blueberries can’t be beat. Bosch’s berries are the best in town. I love ‘em, I love ‘em! That’s all I hear, ‘cause Bosch’s blueberries are even better this year. Bosch’s blueberries are too good to be true. They’re big and they’re blue, they are perfect for you. They are so yummy, they are so blue. The bigger the better, she’ll sell them to you.”
6. NW ORGANIC CSA FARM, 17713 NW 61st Ave., Ridgefield 98642. 360-573-4868. Email: NWGarlic@gmail.com. Website: northwestorganicfarms.com.
Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sun., 10a.m.-6p.m. by appointment only, please call. Wed. and Sat., 10a.m.-6p.m., open to public.
Profile: In business for 10 years. Our Community-Supported Certified Organic Farm is located in Ridgefield. Agriculture and Oregon Tilth Certified. We strive to use heirloom seeds to grow our crops. We have fruits, vegetables and berries! Plus our farm stand is open through October with vegetables and certified organic eggs! We accept SNAP, Senior Coupon , WIC and EBT. Upcoming events: Heirloom Tomato and Garlic Festival, Sept. 21. Free admission. Vendor spaces still available. Come see us at Salmon Creek Farmers Market on Thursdays!
7. GOUGER
CELLARS,
26506 NE 10th Ave., Ridgefield 98642. Phone: 360-909-4707.
Hours: Wed.-Thurs., 11a.m.-6p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11a.m.-8p.m.; Sun., 12-5p.m. with music on the rooftop Fri. and Sat.
Profile: Gouger Cellars is located in a newly remodeled firehouse and features rooftop seating overlooking mountains and alpacas. Owner/winemaker Gary Gouger has been making internationally awarded wines since 2002 and opened Gouger Cellars in 2009 after graduation from University of Adelaide, AU with a degree in Enology. Gouger Cellars features Viognier, Sparkling Rose (Champagne), Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Malbec and more. Dr. Gouger sources grapes from three states and makes all the wines at his new firehouse location.
8. MOULTON FALLS WINERY, 31101 NE Railroad Ave., Yacolt 98675. Mailing: P.O. Box 92, Yacolt, WA 98675. Phone: 360-686-4070. Email: moultonfallswinery@centurytel.net. Web: www.moultonfallswinery.com. For train fares and schedule contact: 360-686-3559 or www.bycx.com.
Hours: Fri., 4-9p.m.; Sat., 12-9p.m.; Sun., 12-6p.m. Fri.-Sat., live music, 6-9p.m. Catered dinner Fri.-Sat., 5:30p.m.
Profile: Events: Sept 14, Folk Festival, Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Wine Run; Sept. 21, A Better Way For BPA Fundraiser, Get Bold Wine Run Half Marathon (at Schumacher Field); Nov. 9, Down and Dirty Train to Trail Run; Nov. 30, Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Last Wine Run.
9. OLEQUA CELLARS, 24218 NE 142nd Ave. (Grace Ave.), Battle Ground 98604. Phone: 360-666-8012. Located 1.3 miles north of Main St. www.olequa.com
Hours: We are open the second and fourth Saturday of each month and by appointment. See website for current schedule.
Profile: Olequa Cellars is a family-owned and operated winery. All of our wines are produced on site using locally sourced wine grapes. Our unique varieties and blends can be enjoyed from our new tasting room patio overlooking our vineyard.
10. SEVENTH SON CELLARS,
120 N. 3rd Ave., Ridgefield 98642. Phone: 360-887-2901.
Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 1-7p.m.; Sun., 2-6p.m. Contact: 7thsoncellars@gmail.com. www.seventhsoncellars.com
Profile: Seventh Son Cellars is a family-owned business serving the quaint community of Ridgefield, located within several miles north of the greater Vancouver metropolitan area. The grapes are grown and the wines are produced in the Snake River Valley at a winery unlike any other in Weiser, Idaho. Both the reds and whites are fermented using the same pump-under process –a patent pending process which yields a fruit forward wine with a uniquely smooth finish. Fiddlers’ Three label: 2008 Indian Head Red, 2008 Red Cuvee, 2009 Whistle Stop White. Seventh Son label: 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2008 Syrah, 2008 Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon blend, 2009 Gewurztraminer (Vancouver Craft Winefest Award Winner). Saint Rule label: 2009 Syrah. Saint Regulus label: Riesling.
