Defining “Up North”: Where Does It Truly Begin?
In the beautiful state of Michigan, there’s a light-hearted debate that emerges as soon as late spring flowers bloom: Where exactly does “up north” begin? For many Michiganders, the phrase
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5 Lesser-Known Breweries in Northern Michigan
Craft beer is a huge industry in Michigan, and Northern Michigan is capitalizing on the expertise and passion in the area. Do you want to check out a brewery in
Michigan Day Trip Itinerary for Mt. Clemens, Clinton Twp, Utica, New Baltimore (Macomb County)
Day Trips in Michigan Facebook group member, Brenda Reum, shared her Michigan day trip itinerary for Macomb County and gave us permission to republish it here along with the photos
Awesome Mitten’s Hidden Gem Places to Camp in Northern Michigan
With scores of state parks and state forest campgrounds, there are plenty of amazing places to camp in Northern Michigan. Surrounded by towering trees, many Michigan campgrounds offer unique adventures
8 Lesser-Known Michigan Beaches You Need to Explore
Surrounded by the magnificent Great Lakes, Michigan is full of beautiful beaches. Our writers at Awesome Mitten are letting you in on a few secrets, by revealing our favorite hidden
Explore With Us: 3 Beautiful Fall Trails in Southwest Michigan
Crisp fall air to breathe, crunchy leaves to walk on, and beautiful colors all around — does fall in Michigan get any better than this? To experience a stunning fall
Spartans vs Wolverines: Ultimate Michigan Football Rivalry
It’s that time of year again. Whether the temperature is in the 40s or the 80s (this may seem like a huge temperature differential, but in Michigan, it’s the norm) there is
How To Spend 48 Hours of Fall Family Fun in Flint & Genesee Co.
The weather is perfect. The colors are amazing. And we are all looking for ways to get out and enjoy the last vestiges of fall, make memories with our families,
Awesome Mitten Favorites: 5 Unique Michigan Pumpkin Patches
Autumn in Michigan is brief yet magnificent. Part of that fall magic includes visiting local farms to do all the fall things — pick apples, enjoy cider and donuts, go
I’m 11 and I Took a Ride in a Hot Air Balloon! Here’s My Experience and What I Learned.
Have you ever seen or ridden the Sugar Bear hot air balloon? Well, I have recently ridden in it at the Jackson Hot Air Jubilee, and I want to tell
Discover the KIA: Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Since 1924, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts in Kalamazoo Michigan has been one of Southwest Michigan’s finest cultural havens. As a community art school and museum, the KIA strives to
Insider Tips for Exploring the Eben Ice Caves
When it comes to the Eben Ice Caves, two things immediately spring to my mind: (1) You should definitely go, and (2) you should definitely wear ice cleats. These ice
LeFurge Woods Nature Preserve | An Awesome 325-Acre “Up North Experience” in Your Backyard
Woods Nature Preserve in the Superior Township and Ypsilanti area. It offers the quintessential experience of being in Northern Michigan, but it’s in my own backyard.
Historical & Haunted? The Traverse City State Hospital
On November 30, 1885, the Traverse City State Hospital opened under the direction of Dr. James Decker Munson. During its lifetime, it was known by many different names, including the
Beat the Winter Blues with a Day-trip to Fenton
One great way to beat the winter blues is to take small day trips and find hidden Michigan winter gems. Fenton, a wonderful small town 20 minutes south of Flint,