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Kelowna Land and Orchard Company Ltd. (KLO) is a working farm and commercial
apple orchard situated a short distance (10 minutes) from the city centre of
Kelowna. The orchard spans 150 acres and produces approximately four million
pounds of fruit annually. British Columbia produces about 30% of apples grown
in Canada and KLO is one of the largest and most modern orchard operations in
the country.
Established in 1904, KLO was purchased by John Bullock in 1942. Today, John’s
son Richard, his wife Jacqui and children Nicole and John, continue the family
tradition. John Sr. and his wife Bertha, still live at the orchard in the original
farmhouse, built in the 1920’s.
In 1995, KLO recognized an opportunity to welcome visitors to the orchard and
introduced educational tours of its farm operation. The initiative was extremely
well received by locals and tourists alike, and today, KLO welcomes more than
70,000 visitors annually, including thousands of elementary school students who
come for educational field trips.
The Ridge Restaurant is a quaint and inviting eatery is set in the midst of the
orchard and offers a spectacular view of the city. Open for lunch daily, Executive
Chef Travis Hackl’s menus highlight the bounty of the Okanagan. The Ridge can also
be booked for private group functions and is ideal for catered weddings, business
functions, anniversaries and birthday celebrations.
Added attractions include a petting zoo, and for those who enjoy shopping,
The Farm Store features a large selection of local crafts, preserves and souvenirs.
Fresh fruit and KLO’s own delicious 100% pure apple juice are sold at the adjoining
market, along with The Ridge’s delectable pastries, including pies and breads made daily.
The newest attraction at KLO is Raven Ridge Cidery, where cider maker Roger Wong
has produced a line of Raven Ridge beverages, including a Fuji Wine and four varieties
of iced apple cider. Visitors can taste and purchase Raven Ridge ciders at the new
Tasting Bar, located next to The Farm Store. Fuji, Braebrun, Ambrosia and Granny Smith
apples were harvested for the 2003 iced cider vintages and the new True Sparkling
Cider is taking champagne lovers by storm.
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