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Matt Heffner

A lover of all things Michigan. Will never get tired of exploring the unique places across the state and meeting all the awesome inspiring people that are here. Always ready for a new Michigan adventure! Owner, Director, and Chief Explorer!

Awesome Mitten’s Guide to the BEST Things to Do in Charlevoix Michigan

Known as “Charlevoix the Beautiful,” this Northern Michigan community is simply breathtaking no matter when you choose to visit. And when you do visit, there are more than enough things

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11 AWESOME Greater Lansing Restaurants to Satisfy Your Hunger

Exploring all that Lansing Michigan has to offer can be a lot of fun. From the history and parks to the fun shops, there is always something interesting to take

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15 AWESOME Restaurants in Saginaw Michigan for All Appetites

Michigan is full of lovely cities with great places to eat, but the restaurants in Saginaw Michigan have some of the best dining spots in the state. Having the largest

Best Hotels in Saginaw Michigan & Additional Places to Stay

Looking for the BEST Places to Stay in Saginaw Michigan? We’ve Got You Covered!

Looking for places to stay in Saginaw Michigan? Consider booking one of these top-rated local hotels Saginaw MI offers and explore other lodging options nearby. Saginaw County is often overlooked

Traverse City Cherry Blossoms

Plan a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway to Experience Traverse City Cherry Blossoms

Enjoying Traverse City cherry blossoms is one of the best things to do in Traverse City each spring. If you’re hoping to find the best places to see cherry blossoms

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9 AWESOME Rental Yurts in Michigan for Camping or Glamping

In recent years, the popularity of Michigan yurt camping has risen, as people have enjoyed renting yurts in Michigan to offer at least a short break from modern life. Though

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TOP 9 Lansing Breweries for a Cold Draft in Mid-Michigan

A beautiful city noted for its strong car manufacturing history, Lansing Michigan is a surprisingly fun-filled city. There are many things to do in Lansing, including checking out some of

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Get Ready to Feast at These BEST Local Restaurants in Munising Michigan

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a unique place with its own special charm and offerings. Munising is one of its sparkling gems, and while there are many wonderful things about this

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18 Amazing Aquariums & Unique Zoos to Explore in Michigan

Looking for an “aquarium or zoo near me”? We’ve curated a list of the best aquariums & zoos in Michigan to add to your day trip bucket list! One of

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Awesome Mitten’s Guide to Exploring Seney National Wildlife Refuge

The Seney National Wildlife Refuge is the ideal place to relax, watch the sunrise or sunset, and enjoy the wildlife that’s around every part of this forest and wetland area

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19 BEST Independent Michigan Bookstores for a New Read

Do you love books? Does the thought of visiting a bookstore, perhaps one tucked into a row of shops, bring a smile to your face? Perhaps you are over the

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15 Native American Museums in Michigan for Cultural Education

The foundation of Michigan’s history lies with the Native American tribes that lived on the lands that now comprise the Great Lakes State for thousands of years. If you are

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Awesome Mitten’s Guide to Lansing Michigan

If you’re planning a trip to Mid-Michigan, check out all the fantastic things to do in Lansing Michigan! With the iconic Michigan State Capitol building resting at the foot of

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100 Exciting Michigan Spring Festivals & Events

The arrival of spring brings with it many things — birds chirping, flowers blooming, and warmer temperatures. Michigan springtime also means festival season. If you’ve been itching to get outside

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Awesome Mitten’s Guide to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival

Springtime in Michigan can mean a lot of things: birds chirping, flowers blooming, flowing rivers and waterfalls, and of course, maple syrup. Michigan loves its maple syrup and its maple

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  • Start
    • Start Here
    • Email Newsletter
    • Meet the Team
  • Seasons
    • Spring in Michigan
    • Summer in Michigan
    • Fall in Michigan
      • Places to Visit Colors
      • Fall Peak Color Predictions
      • Fall Bucket List
      • Fall Train Tours
      • Fall Festivals
      • Towns With Stunning Foliage
      • Why Fall is the Most Magical
    • Winter in Michigan
      • Best Winter Things to Do
      • Winter Festivals
      • Polar Express Train Rides
      • Frozen Waterfalls
      • Loving Michigan Winters
  • Things to Do
    • All Guides
    • Michigan Lighthouses
    • Northern Lights
    • Gift Ideas
  • Places
    • Western Upper Peninsula
    • Eastern Upper Peninsula
    • Northern Michigan
    • West Michigan
    • Mid-Michigan
    • East Michigan
    • Southwest Michigan
    • Southcentral Michigan
    • Southeast Michigan
  • Premium
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  • Travel Guides
    • Mackinac Island Travel Guide
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