The M-22 Challenge—Northern Michigan’s most popular summertime race—is set for June 13th this year. But before you can run, bike and paddle your way along this beautiful, 22-mile course through the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, you have to beat the competition and get registered. If past years…
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From wine tasting and painting to searching for Leelanau County black bears, the Sleeping Bear Dunes is the place to experience some of the best winter activities Northern Michigan has to offer. Check out this rundown of the dates and links to information on the most popular things to do in and…
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Amid regular warnings about frozen pipes, frostbite and slippery road conditions comes a bit of good news brought on by February’s extreme cold—ice caves are beginning to form along the shoreline of the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Check out this news link and video. In addition to showing a cave found off…
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We've long suspected that the vineyards of this region do a lot for the local economy. We see it every day here–people come to taste the wines at one of Leelanau County's 25 wineries and end up falling in love with the charming shops, restaurants, and landscape that make us so happy to call Sleeping…
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Sleeping Bear Around the Web We’re proud to represent one of America’s National Parks. We think that the work we do helping to promote and protect this beautiful lakeshore for future generations is essential. We also think that helping as many people as possible to enjoy the lakeshore now is one of…
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Five Things To Do Over Lakeshore’s Fee-Free Presidents Day Weekend The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of 133 of America’s national parks that will be waiving their normal entrance fee over the upcoming Presidents Day. To help plan your visit, here’s a roundup of other Leelanau events…
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