by Emily Guziak | Jun 25, 2020 | Counties, Evergreen, History, Towns, Up North Essays, Vacation
There was a time and place during my childhood when I was sure my dad loved me. It was on our two trips each summer to the Watervale Inn in Arcadia, Michigan, traveling from my childhood home in Winnetka, Illinois. At Watervale, my Greatest Generation dad was...
by Lissa Edwards and MyNorth Custom Studios for The Homestead | Jun 24, 2020 | Counties, Food & Drink, Towns
PAID CONTENT The plaza at The Homestead is the place to be for ribs, jerked chicken, cold beer, local wine and incredible made-in-Michigan memories. Add this Glen Arbor restaurant experience to your Northern Michigan vacation or staycation. The smoky scent of pork...
by Michigan DNR | Jun 24, 2020 | Outdoors
Northern Michigan fishing conditions have been fair to good for those targeting trout and salmon on the Great Lakes. Inland fishing has been good for bass, bluegills, crappie, rock bass, walleye and catfish. Carp were on the beds in some areas. Remember, all anglers...
by Erin Lutke | Jun 23, 2020 | Contests/Giveaways, Uncategorized
Enter for your chance to win a two-night Pure Michigan Family Vacation at Crystal Mountain! Enjoy two nights of lodging for a family of four in one of their beautiful two or three bedroom Cottages –At Water’s Edge. Make summer vacation memories by experiencing a...
by Andrew VanDrie | Jun 22, 2020 | Outdoors, Towns
The small Upper Peninsula town of Curtis is all about fishing. Especially when it comes to fishing northern pike. North of the Mighty Mac and sandwiched between the expansive Manistique Lakes is Curtis, Michigan. Main Street runs through the town straight and...
by mynorthmedia | Jun 22, 2020 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Getting outdoors is as popular as ever here in Northern Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes Tours is offering three guided tours that offer guests an easy way to safely explore the park and get the most out of their trip. HISTORICAL EMPIRE WALKING TOUR Step back in time on...
by mynorthmedia | Jun 22, 2020 | Counties, Towns
Petoskey’s Escape Room, Know Way Out, reopened on June 18 with two new outdoor experiences that take you on a walking adventure in downtown Petoskey. Founded in 2016, Know Way Out is the area’s first Escape Room and is passionate about providing fun, bonding...
by mynorthmedia | Jun 22, 2020 | Counties, Work Here
A total of 70 small Northern Michigan businesses are receiving $200,000 in grant awards ranging from $1,500 to $5,000 from the nonprofit Venture North to address issues related to the coronavirus pandemic. The purpose of the program, initiated with a grant from the...
by Carly Simpson | Jun 22, 2020 | Counties, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Towns
Just off US-31, this charming downtown and its local stores, restaurants and a new brewery welcome visitors with classic Up North vibes. Here’s how to spend a perfect day at a Beulah beach. Start Your Day: Ursa Major Bistro Get there: 245 S. Benzie Blvd., Beulah...