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Located on Little Traverse Bay in between Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. This beautiful town is a popular vacation destination during both summer and winter.

The Best Small Towns in Northern Michigan

From the Upper Peninsula to the Lower Peninsula, here are the best small towns in Michigan. Michigan is one of those states where you can travel north, east, south, or... Continue reading

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Geocaching in Petoskey, Michigan from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts

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Summer Social Distancing Activities

Unfortunately, our summer is looking a little different this year, 4th of July activities have been canceled, summer kids camps, and even the summer open house downtown Petoskey was canceled.... Continue reading

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Photo Scavenger Hunt

We had so much fun on our neighborhood scavenger hunt, so we thought we would add a photo scavenger hunt. Similar to our neighborhood scavenger hunt, this version is all about... Continue reading

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Ten Things that Prove Michiganders can Adapt to Anything

Living in Michigan year-round isn’t for the faint of heart, but a lot of us do, and we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. Adapting and being flexible is key... Continue reading

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Winter is such a wonderful time in Northern Michigan. There are many activities, such as skiing, ice fishing, sledding, ice skating, and hockey too! Find out more at GrandpaShorters.com

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Winter Fun in Northern Michigan

Winter is such a wonderful time in Northern Michigan. There are many activities, such as skiing, ice fishing, sledding, ice skating, and hockey too! Our nature preserves offer hiking and... Continue reading

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10 Things To Do On Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is one of the most beautiful places in Michigan to visit. You’ll want to know about the top 10 Things To Do on Mackinac Island, a car free,... Continue reading

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Michigan trivia questions from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Can You Answer These 20 Michigan Trivia Questions?

Hello there fellow Michiganders! How well do you know your state? Let’s test your knowledge with some Michigan trivia questions! Thanks for stopping by! We hope you find this quiz... Continue reading

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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

These Apple Cinnamon Muffins are full of flavor and are perfect for a fall breakfast with a cup of hot coffee. Living in Northern Michigan my favorite season is for... Continue reading

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Top Places to Watch the Sunset in Petoskey

If you love watching the sunset in beautiful Northern Michigan, you will love our Top Places to Watch the Sunset in Petoskey. A local’s guide to the best sunset spots.... Continue reading

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Fish hatcheries are great day trips for families. They provide an educational opportunity to learn about fisheries and how vital they are to the Great Lakes. At some hatcheries you can fish without a license and even keep the fish to eat for dinner. Here are some great Michigan fish hatcheries to visit. From Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Michigan Fish Hatcheries Worth Visiting

Fish hatcheries are great day trips for families. They provide an educational opportunity to learn about fisheries and how vital they are to the Great Lakes. At some hatcheries you... Continue reading

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The Michigan Pasty From Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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How the Pasty Became One of Michigan’s Most Loved Foods

First things first, let’s get the pronunciation correct. It’s not pa-stee, as in, “My legs are always pasty white after a long Michigan winter.” It’s pah-stee. Like pasta, but with... Continue reading

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Unique places to stay the night in michigan from Grandpa Shorter's Gifts in Petoskey, MI

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Seven Unique Places to Spend the Night in Michigan

Tired of the same ole resting spots in Michigan? You have got to check out these seven unique places to spend the night in Michigan. Submarine, teepee, yurt, boat house.... Continue reading

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The Best Small Towns in Northern Michigan

Photo Scavenger Hunt

Ten Things that Prove Michiganders can Adapt to Anything

Winter Fun in Northern Michigan

10 Things To Do On Mackinac Island

Can You Answer These 20 Michigan Trivia Questions?

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Top Places to Watch the Sunset in Petoskey

Michigan Fish Hatcheries Worth Visiting

How the Pasty Became One of Michigan’s Most Loved Foods

Seven Unique Places to Spend the Night in Michigan

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