4 Michigan Drives To Make The Most Of Fall
We may hate to admit it, but summer is winding down. Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back in season, my mother is already talking about Halloween, and I just pulled out
We may hate to admit it, but summer is winding down. Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back in season, my mother is already talking about Halloween, and I just pulled out
This post was originally published on December 27th. 2016. When the snow begins falling and the temperatures drop, it’s easy to find ourselves spending most of the short winter days
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
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
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 north.
As I’m sure you’re all intimately aware, February means that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Many Michiganders are going to be sending flowers, receiving chocolates, and going to
Anyone who lives in Michigan is familiar with sledding and ice skating. Some may have even experienced the thrills of snowboarding and skiing at one of the many ski resorts
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
Originally published February 25th, 2015. With bitter cold and whipping winds, sometimes it seems like a winter road trip is impossible in Michigan – especially in the Upper Peninsula. However, winter is
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
The Detroit Tigers are truly a “Michigan Legacy.” You can’t go a day without passing a car representing the famous “D” or go to the store without encountering Tigers sportswear.
Each year, The Awesome Mitten hosts a Michigan-themed bake-off to celebrate the state’s birthday and the 179th birthday celebration proved to be no different. The entries for this year’s Michigan Birthday Bake-Off were nothing
Now that we’ve started 2016 in Michigan, I’m sure we’re all thinking of what we can do better in the New Year. New hobbies, new goals, new workouts, and new
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
1. We laugh at the cold. When our summer paradise turns into a winter wonderland, you won’t see Michigan schools closing for just a few inches of snow. Winter is
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.
To the unseasoned Michigan traveler, Sault Ste Marie may appear to be merely a family vacation spot rather than a romantic getaway. However, like many excursions in this fair state,
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
Forests and trees, dunes and cliffs, chirping birds and chipmunks galore – welcome to hiking the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! The views are killer, the hiking trails are uncrowded, and the
Living and working on Mackinac Island appears to be quite the adventure. Cars, big box stores, and movie theaters are all left behind for several months while workers take the
Thoughts of fudge, horses, and history are usually top of mind when thinking about Mackinac Island, but the bike trail around the island is one of its most unique features. The relatively flat
You know what is worse than a Monday? A Monday after a weekend on Mackinac Island. This week is going to be a struggle, I can feel it. With a
Michigan’s summer has arrived, mostly, and you’re probably thinking about road trips to see the Mackinac Bridge, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Porcupine Mountains. If you’re anything like me, the days
There’s a reason I’ve been to Beaver Island every year since I was born. There’s also a reason why every time I leave I want to cry and say, “No!
1. Beaver Island Harbor Lighthouse Year built: 1856 Location: Beaver Island Maybe I’m biased on this one, but every summer of my childhood (and still today) I make it a
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