These foodie gift boxes will bring your loved ones the joy of Leelanau County – and a tiny scuffle over THAT cheese or THAT cherry treat - so, brace yourself. Here’s a handful (mouthful) of yummy options to get your gift list done for the season – and done well. All of these businesses offer a wide…
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It’s that time of year – time to shovel snow and… pick out those perfect Leelanau-flavored gifts for your family and friends who love to visit the area. Here’s a handful of fun and fresh gift ideas for your list! Baabaazuzu in Lake Leelanau is the queen of unique gifts – check out their “One of a…
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Whether you’re planning to cook a family feast, burn off some calories on a hike, or shop until you drop on Small Business Saturday, the Sleeping Bear Dunes region is a great place to spend the long Thanksgiving weekend. It’s almost like entering a real-life Hallmark movie, especially if there is…
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Halloween is here. It’s the season of dark nights, howling winds, glowing pumpkins, and haunting lore. So, gather up your little ghosts and goblins or pack your own costume for some spooky fun in Sleeping Bear Dunes. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly festivities or prefer adult-themed…
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Fall is a popular season around Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — and leaf peeping is free. The warmer weather in September delayed the color change, especially along the lakeshore. The best fall foliage develops with sunny days and cool nights, which are in the forecast. The maples have…
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With miles of trails and Lake Michigan shoreline to explore, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is still accessible during the federal government shutdown. If you’re planning a visit, expect to find some historic sites, the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, and other areas that are typically…
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Leelanau UnCaged #11 is coming to Northport on Sat., Sept. 27 from 11am to 10pm for its annual FREE festival of food, art, music and dance and – it has to be said – it’s time to open the cage and come on out! What’s on tap? The artists, locals, businesses and nonprofits who create, celebrate and…
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As the popularity of e-bikes grows in Northern Michigan, so, too, does the ability to tackle harder, steeper trails – like Palmer Woods mountain bike trail in Leelanau County. I’m a regular cyclist, but had been avoiding the bigger climbs at Palmer Woods because I suffer from exertion headaches –…
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It’s a rite of passage for those coming to the Sleeping Bear Dunes – floating the Platte River. Spending a day floating the river and dumping out in Lake Michigan is a MUST for those who want the quintessential Northern Michigan experience! If you have been, please share your pics in the comments…
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The easy-breezy days of August are upon us, making it a great time to discover (or rediscover) why the Sleeping Bear Dunes region is such a peaceful place to vacation. Who doesn’t love blue skies, turquoise waters, and sandy beaches flanked by stunning sand dunes? We didn’t earn the title of the…
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