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Visit Makers, Earn Rewards

Sip, Savor and Explore the Makers Trail

Get started on the 2025–2026 Makers Trail Passport Challenge! Taste your way through more than 50 wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries between now and April 30, 2026. Check in at different locations to earn exclusive Makers Trail prizes.


Install the Free Visit Southwest Michigan App to Get Started

Button: Download on the App Store Button: Get it on Google Play

How the Passport Works

At each participating location, make a purchase and ask your server for the QR code, which you can then scan in the app to check in. Each check-in brings you closer to up to four rewards and entry into the Grand Prize drawing. Rewards available while supplies last.

Once you’ve earned 10 unique check-ins, you’ll unlock the first reward. Keep going to earn as many as you can. The app automatically tracks your progress and displays the number of levels you’ve completed. When you finish a level, you’ll be prompted to submit your progress. Once you’ve earned all the prizes you’d like, submit your Passport and fill out the form. It’s that easy.

Earn These Prizes!

Level One Reward: A Makers Trail $15 Gift Certificate.

$15 Gift Certificate

Check in at 10 different
Makers Trail locations.

Level Two Reward: A Makers Trail T-shirt.

Makers Trail Tee

Check in at 20 different
Makers Trail locations.

Level Three Reward: A Makers Trail hoodie.

Makers Trail Hoodie

Check in at 30 different
Makers Trail locations.

Bonus!
Earn An Extra Reward


Complete any level and stay at least one night at a participating hotel to earn a 12-ounce Makers Trail YETI® Can Colster.

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Enter Our GRAND PRIZE Drawing!

Each year, one lucky participant wins the ultimate reward: an ALL-INCLUSIVE GETAWAY package. This Grand Prize includes a two-night stay (double occupancy) at a participating hotel in St. Joseph, Benton Harbor or Stevensville, plus gift certificates for restaurants, Makers Trail destinations and more.


How to Qualify:

  1. Complete all levels of the Passport, including the bonus level, by April 30, 2026.
  2. Submit your completed Passport through the app and fill out your full information.
  3. Upload a photo of your hotel receipt showing proof of stay. The name on the receipt must match the name on your Passport.

Once your submission is complete, you’ll be automatically entered into the Grand Prize drawing.

Official Passport Rules

  1. Participants must be 21 years of age or older.
  2. Limit one Passport per person.
  3. The program is valid now through April 30, 2026.
  4. Duplicate check-ins at the same location will not count toward rewards.
  5. Rewards are available while supplies last.

Have questions? Contact us at info@swmichigan.org or 269-925-6301.

More Ways to View the Makers Trail Map

In addition to the app, you can view the map online or pick up a printed copy at participating hotels and Makers Trail stops.

Download Map

Additional Free Challenges

Love a good challenge? The app has even more ways to explore and earn rewards across Southwest Michigan. Check out the full list of free challenges.

Enjoy Every Sip on the Trail!

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