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 [...]
Category Archives: Recreation
Travel Tips that cut the cost. Make a trip up north
May 1, 2008 – 12:30 pm
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
Marinas Traverse City-Suttons Bay-Elk Rapids more
April 10, 2008 – 3:08 pm
There are marinas for every size boat.Check out the list below.
Duncan Clinch Marina-Clinch Park Traverse City-231-922-4903.No reservations needed. Gas Pumpout.
Elk Rapids Marina-118 Bridge St Elk Rapids-231-264-9500
Greilickville Marina-Traverse City-231-946-5463
Harbor West Yacht Club-12719 S.West Bayshore Traverse City-231-922-3017.Reservations needed.Gas Diesel pumpout.
Leland Township Harbor-107 N. Lake St Leland.No reservations needed.Gas/Diesel pumpout.
Northport Municipal Marina-105 N.Rose Northport-231-386-5411
On the Narrows Marina-8137 S.Glen [...]
Parasailing Grand Traverse Bay Michigan
April 9, 2008 – 12:37 pm
For the more adventurous try parasailing in Traverse City on the Bay.
http://www.tbparasail.com/
Saving Birds thru Habitat Omena Michigan Near Grand Traverse Bay
April 2, 2008 – 2:39 pm
 This habitat Discovery Center in Omena  www.savingbirds.org/ is located on three acres and is adjacent to a forty-four acre private sanctuary.This sanctuary was established in 1993 to aid slumping songbird populations.Since that time,it has hosted more than 60 nesting species. An additional hundred species have used the property for foraging during migration. The Center is open [...]
Fall for Golf
October 2, 2007 – 2:26 pm
Northern Michigan is the place to be when the area takes on a "glow" of fall color.The air is cooler and the scenery is fantastic. What better time than to plan a little up north golf. Some of the best fall deals can be found this time of year. Try Leelanau County's Kings Challenge from [...]
For folks with disabilities there are great places to Visit Up North
September 20, 2007 – 11:59 am
Handicapped accessible hiking trails offer great opportunities for everyone. Check out these beautiful locations.
Boardman Lake Trail,Traverse City- A gorgeous 2-mile lakeside trail offers wheelchair-able pathway. East shore south end of the lake. Park at Hall Park.
www.traversetrails.org/boardman-lake-trail.shtml
Ransom Lake Preserve, Lake Ann -Smooth path along a beautiful Northern Michigan stream. End up at a wheelchair accessible lakeside deck, and try [...]
Fix your boat
May 3, 2007 – 2:54 pm
Lets hope that you don't have to...but just in case.
Long Lake Marina -9685 US Hwy 31 Interlochen 231-276-9910Â
Manitou Marine 108 E. Philip St Lake Leelanau 231-256-2655
Traverse Bay Marine 228 US 31 So. Traverse City 231-943-4404
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Jet Ski Rentals/Pontoons/Boats
April 6, 2007 – 11:43 am
One more great activity you can enjoy on our many lakes. These rental companies will bring your boat rental to the nearest public boat launch of the lake that you are staying on. Call for rates and reserve your boat/ski today.
Suttons Bay Boat Rentals-231-633-5700.Renting Pontoons,canoes.Free delivery.
Sunset Water Sports- www.sunsetwatersports.com   Renting Ski boats,jet skis,pontoons,water trampolines.Free delivery.     Â
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Bike Rentals
April 5, 2007 – 1:52 pm
Yes you can ride all over this beautiful area. Quiet country roads or designated trails like the VASA trail or Leelanau Trail are fantastic for miles of family friendly bike trails.If you don't have your bike with you, check these rental places out!
Crystal River Outfitters in Glen Arbor- www.crystalriveroutfitters.com
Body Balance Suttons Bay-231-271-2210
Geo Bikes in Leland-231-256-9696
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