Activities

Highest Points in Great Lakes States and Provinces

Years ago, I met at work a guy who during his vacations tried to visit the highest point in every state. He told me...

Bird Watching in Michigan – Kirtland’s warbler

If you planning a trip to the Great Lakes region and you are a bird watcher, you have an amazing opportunity to see one...

Great Lakes – Be A Lighthouse Keeper

Have you seen the sci-fi movie, “Total Recall” with Arnold Schwarzenegger? At one point the main character, played by Arnold, is in the future...

Iron Belle Trail – The Long Distance Hiking & Biking Trails in Michigan

Practically everybody knows about the great long trails, like Appalachian, Continental Divide or Pacific Crest Trail. But do you know that we have some...

Tall Ship Cruises – A Great Way to Experience Great Lakes

One of the unusual and memorable ways of spending leisure time in the area of Great Lakes is going on a sailing ship (tall...

Best Weekend Backpacking in Michigan

When I think about weekend backpacking in Michigan, immediately three destinations come to my mind: Manistee River Trail, North Manitou Island and Pictured Rocks. Manistee...

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