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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 [...]
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More water safety tips from American Red Cross
June 10, 2008 – 12:45 pm
BEAUTIFUL log home on Lake Michigan Upper Peninsula Visit Up North Vacation Rentals
May 24, 2008 – 3:10 pm
Luxury on the lake. Peaceful quiet. The sound of Lake Michigan and the wind in your hair and….you can Run Naked! This terrific home offers space for up to 12 on the Lake Michigan shoreline. 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath. Will allow pet. Linens included. Short trip to the bridge and Mackinac Island. This [...]
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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Mushroom Hunting. Looking for morels?Northern Michigan Glen Arbor is a place to hunt!
May 3, 2008 – 2:33 pm
Morel hunting in April/May. That’s what mushroom lovers do in the northland. Never been morel hunting? Locals won’t give up their secrets but you can get some inside tips on this site http://www.northerncountrymorels.com/?tradesecrets.htm
Mushroom hunters advise that you take an experienced mushroom hunter with you the first time. Mushrooms/fungi can be dangerous if you don’t know [...]
Golf Empire, Cedar, Suttons Bay Michigan
May 2, 2008 – 1:22 pm
Enjoy unforgettable golf terrain and pure Northern Michigan beauty at these local courses.Try one or try them all!
Dunes Golf Club in Empire- www.dunesgolf.com
King’s Challenge in Cedar- www.kingschallenge.com
The Leelanau Club in Suttons Bay- www.leelanauclub.com
Sleeping Bear Golf Club in Cedar-231-228-7400
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Stay at the Pinnacle in Glen Arbor-Lake Michigan and be on top of the world
May 2, 2008 – 10:43 am
The beautiful Pinnacle condos in Glen Arbor at the Homestead are a perfect accommodation for winter getaways. Situated high on the Lake Michigan shoreline you have a birds eye view of breathtaking skyline and water views. Close to downtown Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes and miles of shoreline.Easy trip to local wineries. 30 minutes to [...]
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 [...]
Fishing Charters Grand Travese Bay Lake Michigan
April 30, 2008 – 1:14 pm
Leelanau County area charters. You don’t have to be a pro to go fishing. Let these experienced fishermen take you to the best fishing spots in the area. Get that grill fired when you bring back the catch of the day. Book early!
Reel Tales-231-334-3632
Finicky Fishing-231-326-5557
Far-Fetched Charters 231-941-4376
C Worthy Charters-231-271-3643