Heading westward out of the city brought me into Dearborn, the home of Ford Motor Company.
The terrain offers plenty of challenging variety for any biker. Be sure to check the map before you take off on your ride, the park is rugged and game trails can be mistaken for riding trails.
Strapping on a pair of snowshoes is something easy for the whole family to do together. Alpena has miles of great trails for outdoor fun, or you can just walk in the snow almost anywhere.
A burger with sweet potato fries is the recommendation, delicious. If you are in town in the early morning, hit up Abe’s for breakfast. Further west I randomly came across Special Ed’s Donuts in Somerset Center. Everything is made and served fresh from a portable bus.
To enjoy one of the largest lakes in Michigan, head to Hubbard Lake. This lake is known for its walleye, jumbo perch, and smallmouth bass. A fine place to fish no matter what the weather.
For a taste of what the local, regional and national art scene is like, Art in the Loft Gallery offers exhibitions that change regularly.
The Ice Tree at Starlite Beach is a man-made work of art. It is created with a hose going up through the middle of a steel structure. Warm water flows out and it freezes over the metal frame, and a cut pine tree is placed inside.