In The News - Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery

“After making a journey through four cities and two countries, the 900-kilogram steel statue known as Koilos has found his forever home at the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery.”

Sept 11, 2019

‘Absolutely stunning’: Muskoka awes Amazing Race Canada Season 7 champs

Alison Brownlee, Bracebridge Examiner

“And then teams trekked to Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery in Bala to assemble a cranberry marsh irrigation system.”

Sept 11, 2019

Add this ‘cranberry plunge’ near Toronto to your fall bucket

DH Toronto Staff, Daily Hive

“And topping the to-do list this season, the Cranberry Plunge might be the ultimate (and most Insta-worthy) autumn adventure.”

Sept 10, 2019

Married Couple Anthony and James Win Season 7 of CTV’s THE AMAZING RACE CANADA

CTV, Cision

“Teams then visited Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery, home of Johnston Cranberries in Bala, where they were challenged to carry a series of different pipes across a cranberry marsh and assemble the pipes into a working irrigation system.”

Mar 21, 2019

What I drank in Muskoka — Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery craft cider

Paige Phillips, MuskokaRegion.com

Dec 6, 2018

5 Reasons Why You Should Visit this Cranberry Marsh During Winter

To Do Canada

“Winter is here and mother nature is transforming before our eyes into a cozy winter wonderland! Embrace the beautiful winter months with a visit to Muskoka Lakes farm and winery…”

Nov 26, 2018

You Can Drink Mulled Wine And Skate Under The Stars On A Breathtaking 1.2 Km Ice Trail In Ontario This Winter

Elizabeth Keith, Narcity

“Usually, Canadians like to warm up after skating with a nice cup of hot chocolate. At one Ontario skating trail though, they are swapping the hot chocolate for wine.”

Aug 8, 2019

You Can Jump Into A Red Sea Of Cranberries At This Ontario Farm In October

Stephanie White, Narcity

“At this adorable Ontario cranberry farm, you can get the ultimate fall photo with a cranberry plunge!”

May 9, 2019

What I ate in Muskoka? Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery cheese platter

Agatha Farmer, Huntsville Forester

“The Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery offers a multilayered experience with tours, wine tastings, gift shop and menu.”

Sept 20, 2018

Hot temps create a bumper season

“The hot temperatures are creating a bumper crop season for some and putting a hold on the season for others.”

Sept 14, 2018

Announcing the 2018 Ontario Culinary Tourism Awards Finalists

OCTA, Agatha Podgorski

“These awards are about the passion and excellence of those dedicated to advancing the culinary tourism movement in Ontario. Through their steadfast leadership and unique experiences, both winners and finalists set the bar for what culinary tourism in Ontario represents.”

Sept 11, 2018

You can do a ‘cranberry plunge’ near Toronto this fall

Daily Hive, Staff

“Topping the to-do list, the Cranberry Plunge might just be the ultimate (and most Insta-worthy) autumn adventure around.”

Sept 7, 2018

You Must Visit The Adorable Cranberry Marsh This Fall In Ontario

Narcity, Mia Shabsove

“Here’s an activity that’s completely out of the normal: a cranberry bog!”

Sept 1, 2018

This incredible cranberry farm near Toronto is the perfect fall day trip

blogTO, Staff

“If Lavender farms are a must-visit summer attraction in Toronto, the fall equivalent must surely be the cranberry farm. What better way to soak up autumn’s splendour than by plunging into a sea of bright red cranberries surrounded by dazzling foliage?”

Feb 20, 2018

Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is winning with Premier’s Innovation Award

Gravenhurst Banner, Agatha Farmer

“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is recognized for their innovative business and community leadership with the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food innovation excellence.”

Jan 16, 2018

Lace up your ice skates and head for 1 of these 5 Muskoka outdoor rinks

Huntsville Forester, Alison Brownlee

“Looking for some wintery outdoor fun on the ice? Here are five magical outdoor skating options for you.”

Dec 14, 2017

Welcome to the Cranberry Capital of Ontario

TVO, Sarah B. Hood

“In the small town of Bala, cranberries are a way of life.”

Nov 14, 2017

This 1.2-km Ice Skating Trail In A Frozen Cranberry Marsh In Ontario Opens Next Month

Narcity, Elu Basa

“One of the coolest activities you can do in the province is skate through a frozen cranberry marsh.”

Nov 6, 2017
Elnaz Mansouri

Oct 30, 2017

Oct 17, 2017

This Incredible Ontario Cranberry Farm is the Perfect Fall Day Trip

BlogTO, Derek Flack

“What better way to soak up autumn’s splendour than by plunging into a sea of bright red cranberries surrounded by dazzling foliage?”

Oct 15, 2017

You Must Visit This Amazing Cranberry Marsh In Ontario

Narcity, Elu Basa

“This fall, try something new and head over to Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh for a truly unique adventure.”

Oct 13, 2017

Why you Must visit the Bala Cranberry Festival in Ontario

Wandering Wagars

“The Bala Cranberry festival has become one of the most popular things to do in Ontario during the fall season.”

Oct 10, 2017

Cottage Country Cranberry Farmers Ready for Harvest

Audra Brown, 680 News

Oct 9, 2017

Annual cranberry harvest continues a ‘very Canadian’ tradition

CityNews, Audra Brown

“People from around the world think of cranberries as Canadian fruit.”

Oct 17, 2016

12 Fun Things You Should Do North Of Toronto This Fall

Nicole Kalashnikova, Narcity

“Experience fall to its fullest potential, whether it’s for a weekend getaway or a day trip, here’s a list of 12 fun things you should do north of Toronto this fall.”

Pure Muskoka: Curling on the Cranberry Marsh

February 15, 2017

Winter Getaway to Muskoka

The Blondilocks

Blondielocks stayed at the JW Marriott in Rosseau and then came to visit us. Find out about her winter adventure!

February 7, 2017

Cranberry Wine Tour & Snowshoeing

Kelsey Diane Blog

“I was a little worried how I would do on snow shoes for the first time but it ended up being a wonderful winter experience!
We had a lot of fun and I will definitely be going back in the summer to see the cranberries and again next winter for some more of that delicious mulled wine!”

January 14, 2017

Johnston’s Cranberry Ice Trail – OPENED TODAY!!!!

Camper Christina Blog

“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is very clever. They think out of the box and come up with creative ideas to provide people with unique experiences.”

January 10, 2017

10 Must Skate Canadian Rinks

Get Out There Magazine

We made Canada’s top 10 list!

December 29, 2016

Marching the Marsh! – Snowshoeing at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh!

Camper Christina Blog

“When I decided to go snowshoeing at the Cranberry Marsh, I did not expect it to be anything like this!” Find out what happened!

December 13, 2016

SPOTLIGHT – Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery

Venture Muskoka

“Stop by any time to visit Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery, and see just how they’ve managed to thrive, just like the native Cranberry, in Muskoka.”

September 26, 2016

One-tank Trips: Tough to top Muskoka for fall foliage

Life Travel – Postmedia Network

“Colourful is the annual harvest starting this weekend at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh and Muskoka Lakes Winery in Bala.”

September 22, 2016

Cranberry harvest season has begun at Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh

Muskoka 411

“Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh is buzzing as this year’s cranberry harvest begins. The cranberry season is the busiest and most exciting time of year for Johnston’s – and this year is no exception.”

June 8, 2016

Lesley Commandant – Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery

Travel Dew – Experiential Travel Interviews

Find out what sets Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery apart from other activities and excursions in the area.

Cranberry Sentinel at the Dabbling Duck

Check out our antique truck at a local art gallery.

July 24, 2016

Turtles bring kids and science together in Bala

Mary Beth Hartill, Gravenhurst Banner

July 8, 2016

A Self Guided Muskoka Beer Tour Plus Some Cranberry Wine

30 Day Adventures

Find out how Marc Smith recommends touring the breweries and our winery in Muskoka.

Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh & Muskoka Lakes Winery

Faces of Farming

“Winemaking and farming aren’t two things most people associate with Muskoka. Yet fruit wines and an iconic fall holiday berry are helping farmer Murray Johnston and his wife Wendy Hogarth put their family business on the map.”

December 23, 2015

Crazy for Cranberries

Cynthia David Food & Travel

Find out what happens when you throw homegrown cranberries in the smoker for 30 minutes before mixing them with sautéed leeks and onions, a splash of cranberry wine and local honey

Fall 2015

How a one-crop farm attracts 40,000 visitors a year

Portico

“Whether it’s touring the 27 acres of cranberry bogs or sampling the cranberry wines made by their Muskoka Lakes Winery, there’s always something to see, do, eat or drink.”

October 9, 2014

Only in Ontario: Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh

Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance

“For Ontario’s unofficial First Family of Cranberry, the tart business has proven to be quite sweet indeed.”

April 18, 2013

Food for Thought : Cranberries

Chatelaine

Chatelaine Kitchen’s intern, Miranda, is a self-professed farm buff and last weekend she checked out Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh where she learned how cranberries make it from farm to table.

October 2011

Cranberry harvest perfect time for a trip to Muskoka’s Bala, where festival celebrates healthful red fruit in grand style

mynewwaterfronthome.com

“Fall is a great time of year. It’s harvest time, there’s people all around. It’s just a great feeling.”