The Orchards

The Orchards of Concklin have put a stamp on the Pomona region. The Pomona region is named after the goddess of fruit in honor of Nicholas Concklin, the founder of the farm. The Concklins first came to America in 1637 from Nottingham, England. John and Anias Conklyn were members of the first Presbyterian Church of Salem, Massachusetts. The family m... igrated to Rhode Island, then across to Long Island. The Concklins settled in Cutchogue for a while and then moved up to Eastchester in Westchester County. We have been a prominent fixture in Rockland County for over ten generations. We take great pride in our history and our community. Step away from your busy life for awhile and spend some time on the farm. Pick your own produce, visit our farm stand, and taste our fresh pressed apple cider. Our bakery will tease your taste buds with delicious pies, cookies, and pasteries. If you cant make it to us, well come to you. We attend numerous farm markets throughout the tri-state area. Were sure to be in a town near you. During The 2001 Pick your own season there are going to be a variety of special events in which children and adults can participate. In 1829 The Concklins bought a small dairy farm at the end of south moutain road. In 1840 Josiah Concklin bought the Gurnee Farm which is now know as the orchards of Concklin. There was also a Josiah Concklin born in 1837 and died in 1912. His son Ervin Concklin operated a 400-acre farm here until 1920s. It was a dairy and general farming operation. He spends the winter cutting and hauling wood to brickyards in Haverstraw. Each year he bought another 10 acres of mountain or swamp and cut wood off it. In this way he accumulated about 500 acres of land. Fresh made juices to satisfy your thirst and make you feel replenished as if you dive into the depths of the ocen.Read More