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Return to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula A couple of weeks ago, we shared one of our Adventure family’s trips to Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. While there, they stayed in the small town of Curtis and took time to explore the beautiful Manistique Lakes area—both by land and by air. Armed with a drone and launching from Camp Interlaken, they captured breathtaking views of the sprawling lakes and the endless wilderness. Seeing the vastness from above offers a humbling perspective compared to what’s visible from the ground. The lakes stretch out like glassy mirrors framed by thick forests,… Read More »

 Peaceful Paddle from Big Cedar to Mead Creek State Forest Northern Michigan is full of hidden gems, but few adventures rival the quiet magic of paddling through the Seney National Wildlife Refuge. Two of our Adventures in Northern Michigan family members recently explored this serene stretch of the Upper Peninsula and came back with stories, tips, and a heartfelt shoutout to some true U.P. hospitality. If you’ve ever dreamed of floating through untouched wilderness, this trip is for you. A Kayak Launch, A Warm Welcome Our travelers set out with their own kayaks—an adventure in itself when you’re not sure… Read More »

The Forgotten Tribute atop Sugarloaf Just north of Marquette, high above Lake Superior’s Partridge Bay, stands a silent sentinel few visitors even know exists. While most come to Sugarloaf Mountain for the sweeping views, not everyone notices the twelve-foot stone obelisk nestled quietly among the rugged summit rocks. Built with care, sweat, and youthful determination, it’s a monument to a boy named Bart. Alanson Bartlett King—a local scout who became a soldier, a leader, and, ultimately, a casualty of the First World War. The Boy Before the War Born in 1894, Bart King grew up in Marquette with three sisters… Read More »