Gays mills wi apples

In James B. Gay, a native of Indiana, built a dam and a sawmill on the Kickapoo River, which proved to be a flourishing success. When his health started to fail, James convinced his brothers John and Thomas to move to the area. In John Gay built the first flour mill south of the saw mill.

Located in the picturesque bluffs of rural Southwest Wisconsin, Sunrise Orchards offers stunning panoramic views of the Driftless Region. Our orchard has been a cherished yearly tradition for generations. Be sure to follow us on our Facebook pages and our website blog to see all the latest news. Join our mailing lists to get notified of our exclusive updates.

Photographed by Keith L, June 6, Gays Mills Apple Orchards. Farmers in this area learned early that the land on both sides of the Kickapoo River offered excellent conditions for apple-growing. The exhibit won first prize, then went on to capture first honors in a national apple show in New York.

After 39 years of dedicated ownership, Robert Zimpel has decided to retire from the apple retail business. Our goal is to maintain the friendly atmosphere and excellent service Hillcrest is known for while adding a touch of Sunrise's distinctive flavor. This will include their famous apple cider donuts, complimentary cider and other tastings, and a wide variety of apples. They will also continue to offer potatoes, onions, mums, pumpkins, and other beloved items that Hillcrest has had over the years.