Grand Rapids is second in size only to Detroit, which makes it the second most-populated city in Michigan. I would never have guessed that the population was that large. Grand Rapids is a Big City with a Small(er) Town feel. The city was fairly easy to navigate, and we found parking to begin our adventure…
We had heard about the Cross in the Woods in Indian River for years, maybe even a decade, but had never traveled to see it. It was on our list, and we were passing by on our way home from Mackinaw City, so we decided to stop. Wow! We were so glad that we stopped…
Have you ever wanted to step aboard a piece of living history? The USS Edson, a Dreadnaught Destroyer, offers an immersive experience as a floating ship museum and National Historical Landmark in Bay City, Michigan. The self-guided tour is fascinating. Touring the ship illuminates the realities that our service men and women aboard ships in…
Port Huron, Michigan, is a perfect place for a daytrip. Distinctive coffee shops, unique museums, historic downtown, nostalgic eateries, and, of course, Lake Huron. You can’t go wrong planning a daytrip to Port Huron, Michigan. But first, Coffee to begin your Port Huron Daytrip We like to start our days with coffee, and Port Huron…
Rowden Park sits at the north end of Lapeer, Michigan, on M24. At first glance, there doesn’t seem to be much here, but there is plenty to nurture both mind and body. Tucked behind the Water Tower RV Park is a little gem, and we encourage you to stop by. Rowden Park is for Everyone…
There is more to the Port Huron Museum’s Fort Gratiot Lighthouse than just the lighthouse. Port Huron Museum in Port Huron, Michigan, is a cluster of museums. The Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is just one of several, including the Carnegie Center, the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, and the Huron Lightship. For a complete list and more…
Tucked just off the beaten path, Metamora Michigan will capture your heart. Metamora is a charming little village off of M24 in Lapeer County, about 3 miles north of the Oakland County line. If you have never been for a visit, you should plan a day trip soon. If you have visited, don’t forget to…
7 Ponds Nature Center is tucked away near the village of Dryden in Lapeer County, Michigan. The nature center has much to offer for all ages and abilities. You can choose indoor and outdoor activities, long or short walks, woods or prairies, and more. Take a short drive south off Dryden Rd between M24 and…
The Huron Lightship Museum has been one of our favorite museums this year. The museum is part of the Port Huron Museums network. This group includes the Huron Lightship Museum, the Carnegie Center, Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, and the Thomas Edison Depot Museum. The Huron Lightship doesn’t look like there is much to see from the…
Fall Colors draw many people out for walks and drives from Southeast Michigan. The towns and scenes from Up North call like sirens to come and travel to see the fall colors. You may not have the opportunity to get away, but you don’t have to miss out on the beauty of fall in Michigan….