The Perfect Fourth of July in Michigan

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Greatest Fourth in the North, Lake City, MI

Lake City delivers quite a claim, that it's got the “Greatest Fourth in the North.” Running for several days leading up to July 4, it's easy to see why they're making such a claim.…

Lake City delivers quite a claim, that it's got the “Greatest Fourth in the North.”…

10 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Michigan

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Burke's Waterfront Restaurant, Cadillac, MI

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, all on the shore of Lake Cadillac. That's exactly what you're in for at Burke's Waterfront Restaurant in Cadillac. Weekends and holidays feature an all-you-can-eat brunch…

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, all on the shore of Lake Cadillac. That's exactly what you're in for…

The 10 Best Camping Spots in Michigan!

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Huron-Manistee National Forest, Cadillac, MI

Those looking for a natural camping experience outdoors won't go wanting with Huron-Manistee National Forest. With canoeing on hand on the Pere Marquette River and fishing on Benton Lake, along with…

Those looking for a natural camping experience outdoors won't go wanting with Huron-Manistee…

The 10 Best Boat Rentals in Michigan!

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American Oak Resort, Houghton Lake, MI

Head up to Houghton Lake to check out lake operations as only the Upper Peninsula can offer. Featuring your choice of pontoon boat, waverunner, or fishing boats, as well as the option to rent tubes…

Head up to Houghton Lake to check out lake operations as only the Upper Peninsula can offer.…

10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Michigan

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Sun 'n' Snow, Cadillac, MI

Cadillac's Sun 'n' Snow is a two-generation family-owned operation that's been in business for over 60 years. That immediately projects reliability, but that reliability only goes so far without the…

Cadillac's Sun 'n' Snow is a two-generation family-owned operation that's been in business for over…

The 8 Best Craft Stores in Michigan!

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Arnie's Arts 'n' Crafts, Houghton Lake, MI

Arnie's Arts 'n' Crafts in Houghton Lake has been in operation since 1975, which speaks wonderfully about its overall longevity. Naturally, a business like that doesn't stay in operation for better…

Arnie's Arts 'n' Crafts in Houghton Lake has been in operation since 1975, which speaks wonderfully…

The 9 Best Mom & Pop Restaurants in Michigan!

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Ruckle's Pier, Clare, MI

Clare's own Ruckle's Pier is a fine answer to the mom and pop restaurant concept, by not only being open late, but by delivering some excellent food options as well. Burgers, pizza, soups and salads,…

Clare's own Ruckle's Pier is a fine answer to the mom and pop restaurant concept, by not only being…

The 7 Best Diners in Michigan!

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Whitehouse, Clare, MI

Clare's Whitehouse restaurant has been in operation since 1935, which tells you a few things about this restaurant's overall quality. A place doesn't stay open for over 80 years without being great.…

Clare's Whitehouse restaurant has been in operation since 1935, which tells you a few things about…

Preserving Our Past: MI's Best Historical Sites

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Shrine of the Pines, Baldwin, MI

Near Baldwin, and not too far from the Red Moose Lodge and the Pere Marquette River Lodge, the Shrine of the Pines features the work of furniture maker Raymond Overholzer. Overholzer's work tended…

Near Baldwin, and not too far from the Red Moose Lodge and the Pere Marquette River Lodge, the…

The 9 Best Animal Shelters in Michigan!

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AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, Grayling, MI

Head on up to Grayling for a look at the AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, which offers a slate of fundraising events for those looking to party in support of some great animals. With a comparatively…

Head on up to Grayling for a look at the AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, which offers a slate of…

Oh, Traverse City...once again you do not let us down! The home of museums, art, upscale dining, agriculture, casinos, and pretty much everything else in Michigan delivers once more by offering me… Read More

Huron-Manistee National Forest, Cadillac, MI

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The Soup Cup, Traverse City, MI

Featured in 7 Best Soup Places in Michigan

The Soup Cup is what's called a “microsoupery,” like a microbrewery, but for soup. This leads to a whole lot of options, and though it only offers eight soups a day, it calls on a roster… Read More

AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, Grayling, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Animal Shelters in Michigan!

Head on up to Grayling for a look at the AuSable Valley Animal Shelter, which offers a slate of fundraising events for those looking to party in support of some great animals. With a comparatively… Read More

Garden Goods, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 8 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Michigan!

Once again, Traverse City did not disappoint, as it gave me Garden Goods. This five-acre mammoth installation offers not only plants, but also houseplants, and then goes on from there to include… Read More

Pets Naturally, Traverse City, MI

Featured in The 8 Best Pet Stores in Michigan!

Pets Naturally in Traverse City offers something of an upscale experience. It's not only a health food store for the pet set, but it's also known for offering all its products made either… Read More