The Natural Wonders of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
The dunes are home to an array of beautiful flora and fauna. Here’s what to look for—and how you can help protect them. Our country’s national parks are full of rare and wild …
Northern Michigan U-Picks: Best Places for Local Fruit
From summer to fall and strawberries to pumpkins, there’s no shortage of delicious, local produce in Northern Michigan. Charming U-Picks are scattered throughout our region, …
4 Ways to Enjoy Lilac Season Up North
It’s my favorite time of year—when the spring breeze picks up the heady, ambrosial perfume of our fleeting lilacs. We open all the windows in our house and let our fluffy backyard …
The Ultimate Farm-to-Table Road Trip Across Northern Michigan
Locavores, let’s go on a vibrant farm-to-table tour of Northern Michigan. It doesn’t get fresher than this. When cruising the beautiful belt of fruit and farmland along Lake …
Cherry Blossom Forecast: When to Go & Best Viewing Spots
After a long winter and cold spring, the wait is almost over. Here’s the latest 2025 cherry blossom update and tips for viewing. I’ve been lucky to live in two places where life …
10 Small Actions to Take This Earth Day in Northern Michigan
Whether its Earth Day, or any day, here are a few simple ways to start living a little greener and help protect Northern Michigan’s wild spaces—from your backyard to the Northwoods …
5 Breathtaking Moments Along Northern Michigan’s Shoreline
These scenic Instagram photos, captured by local photographers, showcase the unmatched beauty of Northern Michigan’s freshwater shores—whether dusted in flurries or glowing in …
April Event Highlights: Spring, Easter, Earth Day & More
Get ready for an eventful April in Northern Michigan! Whether you’re enjoying Earth Day festivities or laughing at Comedy Fest, there’s something for everyone on this list. This is …
Echoes of Winter: 7 Beautiful Northern Michigan Scenes
As winter fades, these seven photos capture Northern Michigan’s quiet beauty. Here are our favorite moments shared on Instagram this month! This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. …
The Insider’s List: 10 Things to Do from Benzie to Ludington
Get up close and personal with this coastal region from Benzie County to Ludington and all the forests, lakes and rivers in between. This article was featured in Vacation! Northern …
12 Michigan Wildflowers to Watch for This Spring
May is when the Northwoods really begin to burst with life, and the iconic, ephemeral trillium carpet the forest floor. But if you know where—and when—to look, you may just stumble …
Ask Farmer Andrea: Low-Maintenance Veggie Gardening
As warmer days return to Northern Michigan, gardening is on our minds—specifically, how to make it easier. The answer: planters galore. Here’s what you need to know about starting …
May 2024 Events: Morels, Mother’s Day & Memorial Day Weekend
With spring in full bloom, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate May in Northern Michigan! From Mother’s Day brunches to mushroom festivals, here are 30 events to put on …
Photos of the Month: 8 Dramatic Northern Michigan Waterscapes
March in Northern Michigan brought winter’s final flurries, vibrant skies and early signs of spring. Here are 8 of our favorite photos from the month that people across the …
20 Things to Do This April in Northern Michigan
Hello, spring! From floral workshops to wine dinners and an Upper Peninsula festival under the stars, here are 20 local events you won’t want to miss this month. Plus, visit …
Taste of Spring: Kohlrabi Slaw with Avocado Crema Recipe
A delicious taste of spring! Find out why versatile kohlrabi is dubbed “the jicama of the North” with this slaw and avocado crema recipe. This article first appeared in Traverse …
30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March
March brings exciting early spring and end-of-winter events. From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to laid-back concerts at local venues, here are 30 Northern Michigan events …
Beachcomb for Lake Superior Agates
The beaches at Grand Marais are excellent hunting grounds for the ancient Lake Superior agate, a semi-precious stone made up of concentric circles of microcrystaline quartz …
Mushroom Care 101: How to Store Morels
So you’ve finally found some mushrooms! But what’s next?
MyNorth’s Top 10 Instagram Posts of 2023
From gorgeous Northern Michigan homes to rock hunting, national media mentions and northern lights, here are MyNorth’s top 10 Instagram posts of 2023. This is a web original …
The Best Babymoon Destinations in Northern Michigan
Going on a getaway before welcoming a new little one into your life has become a trend for millennial parents-to-be. From Boyne Mountain to the Inn at Bay Harbor, here are a few of …
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