Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard - Private Tour with Owner

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1 minute
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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English
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Discover Fly Creek's rich history with owner Bill Michaels. Enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into cider making and the mill's evolution from his family's unique perspective.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

The Mill offers Complimentary, Self-Guided tours daily. For people who want a more detailed experience this is the tour for you! The tour is hosted by the Mill's owner, Bill Michaels, you will hear the family history of the Mill and how this small business has developed into one of Cooperstown, NY's most popular tourism attractions. Learn about how the Mill harnesses the power of water to operate its 1889 water-hydraulic cider press. Go behind the scenes to areas not open to the public to see how the Mill creates its many flavors. As a retailer Bill will share his knowledge and experience on how his family has turned this once closed mill into a profitable agribusiness.

What You Get

One per group: Fly Creek Cider Mill Cookbook signed by the author (also your guide)
One per Group: $50 Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard Gift Card
Alcoholic beverages
Four Flights of Fly Creek Hard Ciders, Fly Creek Apple Wines, Local Beers and Fly Creek Spirits are included in the Mill's Tasting Room after the tour.

Good To Know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

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Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard

Travel behind the scenes on this personal tour with owner Bill Michaels. Learn the water-power history of the Mill along with the changes over time. Visit areas not open to the public and learn how the Mill creates its many flavors.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

288 Goose St, Goose Street, Otsego Otsego County New York, United States, US, 13337

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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The best little place. A must see.
October 08, 2024
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The place is adorable. So much to do. Watch the apple press, feed the animals, shop in the store,eat amazing food, learn more about apples than I ever knew. If in the area it’s a must.

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A great day
July 07, 2023
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This was a great tour. So many neat pieces of information and little known facts. You can tell the owner really enjoys this and it shows in his tour of the Mill. Highly recommended

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Highly Recommend - Unique Experience
June 21, 2023
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This tour is a must-do activity when visiting Fly Creek Cider Mill! Bill was a fantastic tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his business. The facilities were very clean ...read more

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Great visit to Fly Creek.
October 22, 2022
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Bill was an excellent tour guide. We enjoyed the history behind the cider mill & everything behind it. The tasting room was great. The staff was great as was the food. We will definitely come back.

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Interesting history and passionate owner
August 28, 2022
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The owner’s passion for his business overflows throughout and is a real inspiration. Wonderful and informative moment. Trying to go when the old mill wheel is running would be even better. Includes...read more

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