It may only be Spring, but now is the time to plan for your visit to Traverse City and the National Cherry Festival July 5-12, 2008. The Cherry Festival is only 22 days away! Visit Up North has condos and cottages available within 20 minutes of downtown. Check out these links for a few ideas. [...]
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Cherry Festival-Traverse City Michigan Now is the time to start thinking about planning your trip.
June 14, 2008 – 1:19 pm
Michigan State Parks/National Park Passes Leland, Empire, Northport, Lake Michigan when you Visit Up North
June 14, 2008 – 11:58 am
Visiting Northern Michigan is an exciting adventure with so many places to see. Among the many places to enjoy are our national parks and beaches. To keep these beautiful parks clean and protected guests, will now need a visitors' park pass. You can purchase a state park pass now called "America the Beautiful National Parks [...]
Horse Shows By the Bay
June 14, 2008 – 10:08 am
Northern Michigan's own Horse Shows By the Bay will take place July 16, 2008- August 3, 2008.
We still have cottages and condos that are less than 12 miles to the location.
Stay at Chalet East Bay only 8 miles, A River Runs Thru It on the Boardman River 10 miles, Northern Tonic on Spider Lake 10 [...]
Kayak/Canoe Rentals Lake Leelanau, Interlochen, Glen Arbor, Leland, Traverse City
June 14, 2008 – 9:04 am
Spend a lazy day paddling down the many lakes and rivers that dot this area.The Crystal River http://www.theconservancy.com/crystalriver.htmlin Glen Arbor offers an easy trip for the novice paddler while the lower Platte Lake is a great spot for the new to canoeing to the experienced. The 182,000 acre Boardman River flows through Traverse City http://www.boardmanriver.org/watershed.phpÂ
makes for a [...]
More water safety tips from American Red Cross
June 10, 2008 – 12:45 pm
Home > Services > Health and Safety Services > Swimming and Lifeguarding >Water Safety Tips
These General Water Safety Tips will help you stay safe in, on, and around the water! General Water Safety Tips for Beach Safety Boating Home Pools Keeping Children Safe In, On, and Around the Water Lakes and Rivers Ocean Safety Personal Watercraft [...]
Fishing Charters Northern Michigan, Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City, Elk Rapids, Suttons Bay
May 24, 2008 – 11:23 am
Enjoy a local fishing charter with the pro's.These friendly guys charter the big Bay.
Dancing Bear Fishing Charters-231-883-7490
Pisces Fishing Charter-231-938-1562
Reel Fun Charters-231-929-9272
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Where's the Beach? East Grand Traverse Bay, Bowers Harbor, Good Harbor, Michigan
May 21, 2008 – 3:30 pm
One thing you can always find in this area are some of the best freshwater beaches in the world. From kid-friendly beaches with playgrounds to "out of the way" beaches for those looking for solitude. One of these great beach locations is just right for you.
Bayside Park-East Grand Traverse Bay off of US 31 North south [...]
Balloon Rides Traverse City Michigan
May 6, 2008 – 12:42 pm
Up, up and away in a balloon ride over beautiful Northern Michigan
http://www.grandtraverseballoons.com/
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Museums Glen Arbor, Northport, Traverse City
May 5, 2008 – 2:30 pm
Historical,artistic and cultural collections can be found at these Northern Michigan treasures.Check out their gift shops too.
Dennos Museum Center-Traverse City-231-995-1055
Grand Traverse Art Center & Gallery- 231-941-9488
Empire Area Museum-231-326-5568
Grand Traverse Heritage Center-231-995-0313
Great Lakes Childrens Museum- www.GreatLakesKids.org
Leelanau Historical Museum- 231-256-7475
Music House Museum - www.musichouse.org
Sleeping Bear Point Maritime Museum- 231-326-5134
This Ole Farm Museum-Buckley- 231-269-3672
Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum- 231-386-7195
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Travel Tips that cut the cost. Make a trip up north
May 1, 2008 – 12:30 pm
Using these helpful tips will help to keep some cash in your pocket for other summer fun.
Check the tire inflation on your car. Proper tire inflation can save drivers up to 6 cents per gallon on gas.
Have your wheels properly aligned. This can save you as much as 11 cents per gallon.
Replace clogged air filters. A [...]