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Exercise your curiosity and dive a level deeper as you plan your next Finger Lakes adventure. Reading our blog posts gives you inside information about destinations, events and little known facts about the region that will put you on the fast track to becoming a Finger Lakes expert.  Discover something new about the outdoors, seasonal happenings, historic events and landmarks, and all the best ways to eat, drink, play and stay during your visit.

Aerial View of The Windmill Farm & Craft Market
The Windmill
In 1978, Bill and Ruth Gunderman, Pat Gunderman and her husband, Ron Nissen took a trip to Ephrata, Pennsylvania, to visit a farm market. They were enamored with the concept and decided that one day they would attempt to create a similar market in Yates County. In 1986, Ron and Pat and Bill and Ruth began talking over the concept of a farm and craft market with many of their friends. After receivi…
Jun 01, 2026
The Windmill Farm & Craft Market
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