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Don't Miss the New Mackinaw Crossings Transformer This Summer!

Don’t Miss the New Mackinaw Crossings Transformer This Summer!

June 11, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

As we headed to the Upper Peninsula on May 31st we made a stop in Mackinaw City to stop at a few stores before crossing…

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Sarett Nature Center: Family Friendly Trails and Environmental Education in Benton Harbor

Sarett Nature Center: Family Friendly Trails and Environmental Education in Benton Harbor

May 29, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Wildlife

In April we were able to visit the Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids and explore trails and see animals up close. We also made…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Ross Coastal Plain Marsh Preserve, Van Buren County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Ross Coastal Plain Marsh Preserve, Van Buren County

May 28, 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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Wilcox Palmer Shah Preserve in Elk Rapids: A Beautiful Beach on Lake Michigan

Wilcox Palmer Shah Preserve in Elk Rapids: A Beautiful Beach on Lake Michigan

May 25, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy protects more than 50 preserves and natural areas in the northern Lower Peninsula. We’ve loved exploring the trails at…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Charlevoix Depot

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Charlevoix Depot

May 23, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
History

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 Trail Tuesday: Bow in the Clouds Preserve, Kalamazoo

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Bow in the Clouds Preserve, Kalamazoo

May 21, 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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Curwood Castle Park, Owosso: Beauty and History on the Banks of the Shiawassee River

Curwood Castle Park, Owosso: Beauty and History on the Banks of the Shiawassee River

May 19, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Parks

Curwood Castle Park in Owosso is home to historic buildings, sculptures, fishing spots, a bridge, and lots of greenspace along the Shiawassee River. Curwood Castle,…

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Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Manistee County Lighthouses

Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Manistee County Lighthouses

May 17, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Manistee County is home to more than 25 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and some amazing sand dunes and beaches. Located south of the Sleeping…

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Explore and Learn at Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids

Explore and Learn at Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids

May 16, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids is an excellent place for families to learn about nature, whether they do it in the visitor center or…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: 1845 Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte

Michigan Roadside Attractions: 1845 Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte

May 15, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
History

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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