The story of Anderson Farms dates back more than a century. In 1911, Swedish emigrants August and Josephine Anderson purchased their first farm near Mead, Colorado, with their four children. Over generations, the family worked the land, growing crops like corn, sugar beets, wheat, and barley, while also raising cattle. In 1958, the family purchased their current farm property near Erie, Colorado, where the tradition continues today. Now into its fourth generation, Anderson Farms remains rooted in family values, hard work, and community connection, carrying forward the legacy of August and Josephine through new and innovative experiences for families.

The Growth Partner Award is presented to customers who not only achieve significant expansion in their operations but also embody creativity, vision, and commitment to shared success with The Bear Factory. Anderson Farms’ ability to blend tradition with innovation makes them a model partner.

“Bear Factory has exceeded our expectations.  We bought the trailer and parked it right by our entrance and exit.  The most popular animal was Hazel the Highland Cow.  Our team’s personal favorite is Tom the Turkey. The tshirts with our logo and the outfits were also very popular.  We are very happy we decided to add Bear Factory to our farm.” – Rachelle Wegele, Owner, Anderson Farms

“Anderson Farms represents everything the Growth Partner Award is meant to honor. Their deep family roots, paired with their forward-thinking approach, have made their Roam One launch a success right out of the gate. It’s inspiring to see how they’ve combined tradition with innovation, and we are proud to celebrate their growth and partnership.” – Mike Anderson, VP of Business Development, The Bear Factory

The Pawsitive Impact Awards were created to recognize customers who go above and beyond, driving not only business success but also creating experiences that bring people together in meaningful ways. Anderson Farms is a shining example of growth built on values, community, and vision.

About The Bear Factory

Founded in 2001, The Bear Factory LLC is a Michigan-based, family-owned company specializing in high-quality, customizable plush toys. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we have established ourselves as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and design. Our unique ‘build-your-own plush’ experience allows customers to create personalized stuffed animals, fostering creativity and lasting memories.

Committed to environmental responsibility, The Bear Factory utilizes recycled materials in its products through our Plush for the Planet line. Our mission is to provide exceptional products while educating the next generation on the importance of sustainability and community engagement.

About the Anderson Farms

Anderson Farms is a 250-acre, family owned and operated farm in Erie, Colorado that has been serving and entertaining families since 1997. They are Colorado’s Largest Fall Family Entertainment Destination with two main events each year: U-Pick Sunflowers which runs in August, and Fall Fest which runs from late September – end of October.

U-Pick Sunflowers hosts a truly amazing summer experience exploring 15 acres of beautiful sunflower fields. There are over 50 varieties of sunflowers & wildflowers ranging in height, colors, and stages of bloom! Admission includes a wagon ride to and from the field where guests will find many hidden photo ops scattered throughout the fields. Multiple purchase options are available for you to take home a beautiful pick-your-own summer bouquet! Special event days offered, including but not limited to, Sunrise Days, Super Hero Day & Unicorn Day.

Fall Festival at Anderson Farms is Colorado’s Largest Fall Family Entertainment Destination for a fun filled fabulous experience! Guests can get lost in the 25-acre corn maze, take a tractor-drawn wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, and pick from over 100 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds. Ride the barrel train and trikes, jump on the jump pads, play on tire mountain and the combine slide and much, much more! After dark, check out Terror in the Corn, Colorado’s top rated Haunted Attraction.