The event bridges the gap between winter and early spring with a celebration of one of the sweetest substances on the earth! There are dozens of activities throughout the festival, from a petting zoo to photo booths, a coloring competition, a talent show, a puppet show, a historical reenactment, and horse-drawn carriage rides.
Paw Paw Prairie Fen Preserve in Mattawan is one of the best destinations in the state. Once designated for a housing development, researchers discovered that the preserve was fed by the nearby Paw Paw River, providing an amazing environment for both land and water animals and plants.
If you want to learn about some local Michigan culture and history, pay a visit to Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford Museum. This 80-acre village features some of the most significant sites in the history of American invention, including the lab where Thomas Edison developed the first lightbulb.
During spring in the Upper Peninsula, you can generally expect to find fewer crowds, shorter lines, and lower booking rates, which makes spring the perfect season for visiting! The snow sticks well into April thanks to the climate of the mountains (and the help of snow machines).
The event bridges the gap between winter and early spring with a celebration of one of the sweetest substances on the earth! There are dozens of activities throughout the festival, from a petting zoo to photo booths, a coloring competition, a talent show, a puppet show, a historical reenactment, and horse-drawn carriage rides.