Geocaching 101: A Michigan Guide
The term Geocaching may not be in your vocabulary. Is it a term that interests you? What if I told you there were hundreds, maybe thousands, of small treasures hiding all around
Shalee Blackmer
5 Spectacular Places To Watch Michigan Sunsets
I’ve watched sunsets from the shores of Greece, tundra of Norway, and beaches of Australia. Although sunsets in those places are beautiful, they pale in comparison to a Michigan sunset.
5 Places You Must Go Stargazing In Michigan
Michigan is the best place to stargaze in the Eastern United States. Much of this is due to the vast openness of the Great Lakes and sparse populations in the
Beat the Snow: Last-Minute Fall Hiking in Michigan
The weather changes are becoming more and more prevalent, which means that soon “The Mitten” will be covered with a white blanket of crystalized snow. However, all is not lost
Michigan Bucket List: Best Stops on a Winter Upper Peninsula Road Trip
With bitter cold and whipping winds, sometimes it seems like an Upper Peninsula winter road trip is impossible in Michigan. However, winter is actually the perfect time to go explore
A Tour Inside Michigan’s Little Bavaria at Frankenmuth
A place not quite like any other, where the norms include shopping for Christmas in June and taking a beach day in January. In a place like Frankenmuth, the seasons never
6 Michigan Beaches To Find Adventure During Off-Season
Strolling down a deserted beach, I often wish it could always be this serene. There aren’t any beach towels, or sand buckets, or a volleyball net. Instead, there is only the
Leaving Sault Ste Marie Is Just As Beautiful As Staying
As most Michigan #MittenTrip enthusiasts know, the way to travel is usually by highway. The standard drive from Sault Ste Marie to the base of Whitefish Point is by M-28.
Romantic Things to Do in Sault Ste Marie | a #MittenTrip Romantic Getaway in Michigan
To the unseasoned Michigan traveler, Sault Ste Marie may appear to be merely a family vacation spot rather than a romantic getaway in Michigan. However, like many excursions in this
History And Adventure: What’s “UP” With A #MittenTrip To Sault Ste Marie?
Did you know that it takes freighters 18 hours to travel from the Mackinac Bridge to Marquette? From Sault Ste Marie, freighters can reach Casablanca, Morocco in a little under
Tips for Hiking Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Forests and trees, dunes and cliffs, chirping birds and chipmunks galore – welcome to hiking Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! The views are killer, the hiking trails are uncrowded, and the
The Other Side: Living on Mackinac Island
Living and Working on Mackinac Island Living and working on Mackinac Island appears to be quite the adventure. Cars, big box stores, and movie theaters are all left behind for
Ultimate Guide to Mackinac Island Biking | Rentals, Trails, & More
Thoughts of fudge, horses, and history are usually top of mind when thinking about visiting Mackinac Island, but the Mackinac Island bike trail around the island is one of its most
Mackinac Island Weekend Getaway: A Sample Itinerary
You know what is worse than a Monday? A Monday after a weekend exploring Mackinac Island. This week is going to be a struggle, I can feel it. The island