August 2017
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Good Food, Art and Scenic Views
Petoskey’s Palette Bistro weaves creative dishes, art and scenery into a unique fine dining experience.
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Guiding Light
The volunteers who maintain Big Sable Point Lighthouse on Lake Michigan and serve as lightkeepers, celebrate its 150-year history as an important beacon for mariners.
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Adventure Awaits at Both Peninsulas
From Great Lakes surfing to lighthouse history, adventure can be found across the state.
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Something’s Brewing Along Traverse City’s Trails
Traverse City has long been known as a recreational destination, with its 100-plus mile TART Trail system, the scenic Boardman River and the east and west arms of Grand Traverse Bay. In recent years, the region also has become a mecca for craft beverages like wine, beer, cider and spirits. Troy Daily, a local entrepreneur […]
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Fish Fascination Turns into Career
Bryan Burroughs, director of Michigan Trout Unlimited, has a deep affinity for rivers and trout.
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Dig In: Sculpting Through Sands of Time
Janet Schrader helps people rediscover their inner child by digging, stacking, packing and sculpting wet sand into elaborate natural works of art.
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Surf’s Up
Michigan shoreline waters and beaches are drawing a growing statewide community of surfers who enjoy riding the curls. Advanced technology is keeping them warm.
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Shoreline Performances Abound
Live summer theater traditions continue around Michigan.
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Island Adventure
Visiting Michigan’s wilderness national park brings the chance to commune with nature, fish, hike, see moose and luxuriate in silence.
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From Berry to Bottle
Long Road Distillers’ new MICHIGIN relies on Michigan- sourced juniper from Beaver Island.
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Bernida: A Win for the Ages
Historic Mackinac Race winner restored, now part of maritime museum and open for sailing.
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Get on the Water – Your Way
Day charters offer many ways to enjoy a day on the water with families and friends.
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Michigan Peninsulas
The best points of land to visit while vacationing.
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Al Fresco Entertaining
Setting the stage for a fashionable outdoor gathering.
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Pedal Power
Pedalboards are fast, allows users to peddle across the water, and can be steered from a standing position with handlebars
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Port of Call
New maritime museum highlights Ludington’s historic harbor and Lake Michigan ties.
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Clear Waters Spell Trouble
In new book, author Bill Rapai discusses how invasive species disrupt the ecology of Michigan lakes.
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Travel & Adventure 2017: Contributors
Contributors, Travel & Adventure 2017
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Riding Across the Sands of Time
Dune rides have a long-stand- ing appeal in Michigan, whether for thrills or majestic scenery.
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A Lake in Name Alone
Lake Michigan through the eyes of an East Coast transplant.
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Be Prepared
Finding honor in the woods leads to a chance encounter and question.