The Allegan metro area introduces you to the community of Fennville, Michigan. In 1853, E. A. Fenn migrated to Michigan from New York City. As did so many early settlers, he opened a sawmill, and the settlement was thus called “Fenn’s Mill”. Several years later the name was changed to Fennville. Birds Eye Foods is one of the largest employers in the city, so you know there are plenty of quality vegetables served in the excellent restaurants in the area. Check out the Blue Goose, or Su Casa. Did I hear the word “goose”? That brings up another topic: the annual Goose Festival held in October. Entertainment, vendors, parades—all add to the fun. Lake Michigan and the Allegan Forest both provide venues for all sorts of outdoor activities. There’s hiking, cycling, horseback riding, hunting, bird watching, golfing, kayaking, canoeing, and dune rides. Winter brings snowboarding, snowmobiling, and skiing. Top off your day with a visit to Crane’s Pie Pantry for some hot chocolate and a sweet treat! For a calmer day, let’s attend the Water Front Film Festival, and then tour the Fenn Valley Winery. We’ll meet you there!