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If you want to see amazing fall color, Michigan is the place to be in October. Our thick forests full of hardwoods paint the landscape in brilliant reds, yellows and oranges. Our plentiful orchards and farm markets ensure you’ll be able to take home some of our autumn bounty for yourself. Colors ...
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Northern Michigan is a popular destination for fall color tours. Blazing reds, oranges and yellows paint the abundant forest and look even more vivid against the blue backdrop of Lake Michigan. If you’re headed up here this autumn, add a few stops at the local wineries to your itinerary. Michigan�...
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Families have been road tripping to Niagara Falls ever since Henry Ford’s Model T rolled off the assembly line in Detroit. The youngest children, to Grandma and Grandpa, and everyone in between, are awed by the roaring waters that drain four of the five Great Lakes. Niagara is just a one day driv...
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Islands are scattered throughout Michigan’s Great Lakes, but only a few are accessible and provide amenities for visitors. Most of the islands below are accessible by ferry, and many of the ferries will even transport your vehicle and RV. Whether you’re looking for a unique day trip or a quiet, ...
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I wasn’t fortunate enough to grow up in Michigan, but I’m raising my two sons here in The Mitten State. I think it’s one of the best places to you can be in the summer if you’re a kid. Here’s a few reasons why. 1. You get to spend your summers swimming in one of the Great Lakes, and you d...
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If you're looking for a river to paddle, we've got one here in Michigan. Here are 10 of our best. 1. The Pine River flows through a valley in the Manistee National Forest. Spring water, wildlife and beautiful forests make paddling the Pine an incredible experience. With rapids in some sections and ...
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Now that it's August here in Northern Michigan, it has finally warmed up and we have been enjoying our summer to the max. Today is a down day as it's pouring some much needed rain here in Petoskey but it's nice just to chill out and relax. I took the morning to compile a list of ten 'local's only' b...
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We are pretty much halfway through summer here in gorgeous Northern Michigan. I know, I know, I feel like summer just started too!! I swear the kids just got out of school yesterday and I'm already seeing back-to-school sales everywhere. Don't get me wrong, I love me some back-to-shopping. I have a ...
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There’s no doubt Michigan is the place to be in the summer if you enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The lakes, streams and woods make it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. But if you prefer skyscrapers over trees, there’s plenty to enjoy in Michigan’s c...
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We are all so plugged into technology and our favorite Netflix show that sometimes we forget what's important. Spending time with family. The shows and technology will always be there. What matters is making memories and connecting with loved ones. So why not do this by having a picnic? Not just a...
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