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These Two Michigan Lighthouses Will Receive MLAP Grants in 2022 From the "Save Our Lights" License Plates

These Two Michigan Lighthouses Will Receive MLAP Grants in 2022 From the “Save Our Lights” License Plates

March 12, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

We love Michigan lighthouses here at Travel the Mitten, and owe them a debt of gratitude for being the original catalyst for our exploration of…

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Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Ottawa County Lighthouses

Michigan Lighthouse Guide and Map: Ottawa County Lighthouses

November 20, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Ottawa County is Michigan’s seventh largest county by population and 52nd by land area. Known for its beautiful sandy beaches along Lake Michigan, it is…

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Grand Haven Pier Lights, Lake Michigan

Grand Haven Pier Lights, Lake Michigan

December 19, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

The Grand Haven Pier Lights are a pair of iconic pier lighthouses in Grand Haven, Michigan that mark the point where the Grand River meets…

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Six Pure Michigan Beaches Vie for Best Freshwater Beach From USA Today

Six Pure Michigan Beaches Vie for Best Freshwater Beach From USA Today

February 16, 2016
by Chris Katje
Family Trips

We’re big fans of the reader polls put on by 10best.com, a unit of USA Today. There latest poll puts 20 amazing freshwater beaches against…

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My 5 Favorite Places in Michigan: Matt Roberts - GRFC Founder and Youth Academy Coordinator Midwest United FC

My 5 Favorite Places in Michigan: Matt Roberts – GRFC Founder and Youth Academy Coordinator Midwest United FC

April 27, 2015
by Chris Katje
5 Favorite Places in Michigan

  The name Matt Roberts may not ring a bell for many of our readers immediately. Those from the Grand Rapids area will likely know…

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Michigan State Parks That Border Lake Michigan

Michigan State Parks That Border Lake Michigan

February 15, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping, Family Trips

The state of Michigan boasts one of the best state park systems in that nation, with more than 100 parks and recreation areas that see…

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