5 Reasons Ludington State Park Is the Best State Park in Michigan
Just a couple of short years ago, I made a goal for myself and my children to visit all 103 of Michigan’s state parks. While we are halfway through completing
Amanda Shaffer
Amanda is a stay-at-home mom from Michigan who rarely stays home. You’ll often find her out with her kids exploring all that the Great Lake state has to offer. She loves to encourage others to get outside and believes you don’t have to travel far to make a memory. You can follow their adventures over at @exploremichiganmore on Instagram.
Ludington Makes the Perfect Michigan Weekend Getaway Anytime of Year
While we have been to Ludington more than a handful of times now, our latest visit was our first after the mark of Labor Day, when many beach towns start
Explore the Majestic Turnip Rock on a Scenic Boat Tour
Turnip Rock. The name itself is enough to make you raise your eyebrows. Turnip Rock was formed from waves undercutting it, making it into its unique formation. Visiting Turnip Rock
My Awesome Summer Road Trip Itinerary Up Michigan’s Thumbcoast
In my early twenties, I found myself between jobs for a couple of weeks. I used the opportunity to pack up my car and head on one of the most
Use These Insider Tips to Capture Stunning Photos Without Crowds at Tulip Time in Holland, Michign
Since our move back to Michigan four years ago, we have made visiting Holland during Tulip Time, a tradition within our family. Holland is one of our favorite Lake Michigan
My 4 Favorite Free & Low-Cost Activities in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Being a stay-at-home mom infatuated with adventure, I am constantly looking for simple ways to add more experiences to my and my children’s lives without spending too much. Over the
How to Spend 48 Magical Hours in the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes
As a born and raised Michigander, I am well aware that our winters are long. Oftentimes winter weather begins at the end of October or the beginning of November and
5 Reasons Lake Huron Is The Best Great Lake
Growing up on the shores of Lake Michigan, I will always have an allegiance to those waters. When I first moved back to the mitten state, I only planned our
All Aboard! Take a Ride on this Charming & Affordable Michigan Christmas Train
There is just something magical about Christmas at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad in Flint, Michigan. It’s the time of season when you are constantly trying to create memories and
5 Reasons Fall is the Most Magical Season in Michigan
It’s no secret that fall in Michigan is one of the most magical times of the year. What’s surprising to me is that there is still some debate about which