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Heritage Park in Grandville: Trails, Fishing, Disc Golf, History and More

Heritage Park in Grandville: Trails, Fishing, Disc Golf, History and More

April 29, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Parks

We don’t always have to travel far to find a great park for a short and scenic walk, and Heritage Park in Grandville has become…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Verlen Kruger Statue, Portland

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Verlen Kruger Statue, Portland

April 28, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions on Travel the Mitten highlights our attempts to explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways, byways and…

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Mackinac Island: Best Summer Travel Destination in the Country?

Mackinac Island: Best Summer Travel Destination in the Country?

April 17, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Fresh off two big Michigan wins in USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice polls (Ludington for Best Historic Small Town and Saugatuck for Best Coastal…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lillian Anderson Arboretum, Kalamazoo

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lillian Anderson Arboretum, Kalamazoo

April 16, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Lighthouse Beach and Park in Port Huron: History and Family Fun

Lighthouse Beach and Park in Port Huron: History and Family Fun

April 15, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Parks

Port Huron is home to many great parks and outdoor areas, but the one we find ourselves coming back to the most is Lighthouse Beach…

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Gerald R. Ford International Airport Viewing Park: Watch the Planes Come and Go in Grand Rapids

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Viewing Park: Watch the Planes Come and Go in Grand Rapids

April 11, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Hundreds of planes arrive at and depart from Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids each day, and for those not flying there is…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" Clarence Zylman Statue, Muskegon

Michigan Roadside Attractions: “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” Clarence Zylman Statue, Muskegon

April 10, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions on Travel the Mitten highlights our attempts to explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways, byways and…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Pere Marquette Steam Engine and Coal Tower, Grand Haven

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Pere Marquette Steam Engine and Coal Tower, Grand Haven

March 30, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
History, Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions on Travel the Mitten highlights our attempts to explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways, byways and…

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Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the Tawas Point Lighthouse This May

Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the Tawas Point Lighthouse This May

March 28, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

The Tawas Point Lighthouse was closed last year as much-need repairs were completed thanks to American Rescue Plan funds. Repairs were made to handrails, moisture-damage…

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Linear Park in Grand Haven: Enjoy the Sculptures and Amazing Views

Linear Park in Grand Haven: Enjoy the Sculptures and Amazing Views

March 25, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Parks

Most of our time in Grand Haven has been spent at the beach at the state park, walking out to the lighthouse, dining downtown, or…

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