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I am sure many of you sympathize when I say I am just not ready to give up on Summer! Most days, it is starting to feel like I should be decorating for Halloween, but we are still getting the occasional really warm day here and there. Luckily, our schedules allow us to take advantage when they come, so we can usually jump on the boat with a moment’s notice. Long Lake One of our favorite go-to lakes is Long Lake, in Traverse City. With a length of almost 4 miles, and a width of almost 2 in areas, we… Read More »

Kresge Auditorium in Interlochen. Picture taken from our boat on Green Lake Interlochen is quite the hidden Gem, and most definitely worth a trip. It may be a small town, but has a lot to offer, especially in the Summer. It sits about 20 minutes outside of Traverse city and offers several beautiful lakes, a large State Park, and the Interlochen Center for the Arts, where they host some pretty amazing concerts at Kresge Hall; A covered, outdoor auditorium right on the water of Green Lake. Interlochen State Park The campground is directly across the road on Duck Lake. We… Read More »

We were lucky enough to be at a birthday party that was hosted at a home that had a great view of the fireworks for during the International Firework Competition in Traverse City on September 9th. During the day there was food (a lot of food), cake (a lot of cake), beverages (a lot of beverages) and games (a lot of games). Seeing a trend? The international firework show would be no different, there were a lot of fireworks. The Schedule Germany 8:15 France 8:45 Mexico 9:15 USA 9:45 The fireworks started about 15-20 later than planned, but they were… Read More »

The M-119 corridor from West Traverse Township to Cross Village Township is one of the most well known and scenic drives in Northern Michigan. This almost 20-mile stretch is known as the M-119 Tunnel of Trees Heritage Route. For 2023, Peak color is expected the week of October 2nd with partial changes starting the week prior. Many begin the drive on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan at the northern city limits of Harbor Springs. From there they head north and travel through West Traverse Township, Friendship Township, Readmond Township and Cross Village Township. The drive ends at State Road in… Read More »

This article about fall color in northern Michigan was updated September 8, 2023 from a previous article. The hills and forests of Northern Michigan have some of the best fall colors in the country and without all the crowds in the northeast and northwest of the country. With so many options for stunning color in Northern Michigan, you are sure to discover new places year after year. Whether you are planning a day or longer trip, Northern Michigan fall color is for all ages and abilities. WHEN DOES FALL COLOR PEAK? The websites below are great references for updated fall… Read More »

We had the opportunity to spend the weekend up at Sault Ste. Marie, kid #2 had a 3-day softball tournament there. Softball tournaments can have a lot of time in between games and our daughter had to stay at the field during this time. We did not want to have any of the family adventures without her during our weekend in the Soo. We decided to try to get in a round of golf at the Sault Sainte Marie Country Club. Was not until the third day that we were able to get 9 holes in before checking out and… Read More »