... The Blue Water Ramblers make our farm come alive through song and story ... your music really added a special element to the entire program.

I heard wonderful things about your performance at our new trail opening - Thank you! It's always comforting to get those kind of reports back about bands that we love working with. Job well done!

There are few today who take so little and give so much. Your deep love for good music and the people is always evident in all that you do. You bring so much joy and good will with you where ever you travel. And travel you do: You can be found at extreme parts of the state in the same weekend. This can only be done out of love and not for money.

Your names come up ALL the time as you've been such great fun and the entire music community loves you guys.

There are musicians and there are entertainers. On rare occasions there is the opportunity to find a group that does both well. Thanks for a very entertaining evening of music in South Haven.

I've never had as much fun as tonight!

We love that you guys bring your infectiously fun music and spirits.

Your choice of music on-stage and your evident love of music off-stage picking add a special dimension to 'festing here in Michigan.

Your concert was the reason for the "Mustang ride." It was a GREAT ride and we both want to thank you for the cool idea. Hopefully, we'll see you again at another small town in the best state ever--MICHIGAN!

The Blue Water Ramblers - the hardest working band in Michigan.

Your performance had personality, that's what caught my eye.

The Blue Water Ramblers are delightful! Bear and Banjo Jim put on a wonderful show and entertained a crowd ranging from babies to grandparents. The Ramblers' rollicking folk tunes and well-crafted sound--along with their sense of humor--made it a show to remember!

You guys came to my school yesterday and you rocked! You should come to Charlotte more. Everybody here loved you.

We appreciate your willingness to "go the extra mile" in making TAW a wonderful experience for everyone. Your patience, humor and encouragement to beginners, not to mention musical abilities, is amazing. We ... get nothing but kudos for your workshops/dances.

It's not necessary for YOU to say thanks. WE are the ones that benefitted from you guys putting on the show. It's obvious from the seat count that people want to see YOU.

Your main stage performance at Thumbfest was the best. Your contribution to the whole event was terrific and much appreciated, That "can do" attitude is a pleasure to work with.

Thanks for a night of terrific music and dance. You've brought a richness to my life that I consider a gift.

It's my pleasure to know you folks and have the opportunity to share your talents with the Lakeview community!

You guys had the crowd in the palm of your hands! You sounded great and we really enjoyed your show.

I was at Jam on the Grand yesterday and I just wanted to thank you for a delightful afternoon. The music and camaraderie beneath the jamming tent were so enjoyable I could have stayed for a week of afternoons!

You help to make each festival that we attend a total fun affair. Your love of music and a good time are infectious. My gal understands why I enjoy these festivals so much and helps to see that there are openings in my calendar for them.

Just heard you at the Rochester Public Library. You know how some days aren't that good? This was one of them...but you guys made it not only better but great. Thanks.

Banjo-Jim calls lines, squares, rounds and reels while he leads the band with his banjo. How can he call and pick at the same time? Amazing and great, good fun for all the dancers!

'Thank you so much for performing at the Winter Social. Your performance was awesome and your lyrics hysterical!' 'Loved Banjo Jim's songs.'

Don't like folk music? The Blue Water Ramblers will change your mind! It did not take 18 selections for the Blue Water Ramblers to win an enthusiastic audience over at the Montague Band Shell concert.

At our first ever traditional music festival we experienced continuous entertainment ... by ...the nationally renowned Blue Water Ramblers.

The CD is awesome and you guys were great at the Festival!

The Blue Water Ramblers are not just musicians: They are entertainers!

Jam on the Grand and Riverstock Folk Festival will cure what ails you.

The finest of Michigan and American folk traditions to engage young and old alike.

Dear Banjo-Jim and Bear, Just a note to let you guys know how much you endeared yourselves to us. Thanks for all your hard work.

The Ramblers' membership consists of some of the finest and most dedicated players in the area, Banjo-Jim Foerch and Bear Berends. They are well known for their enthusiastic work for the past thirty years.

We would love to have you again for our harvest dinner. You were a huge hit at the last and requested by all to return again.