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Michigan Wildlife Watching: Nara Nature Trail Boardwalk, Houghton (PHOTO GALLERY)

Michigan Wildlife Watching: Nara Nature Trail Boardwalk, Houghton (PHOTO GALLERY)

July 21, 2022
by jonkatje
Wildlife

Michigan is home to many great places to watch wildlife in its natural habitat, including the Nara Nature Trail Boardwalk in Houghton. The trail boardwalk is…

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Michigan Landmarks: Portage Lake Lift Bridge

Michigan Landmarks: Portage Lake Lift Bridge

December 6, 2020
by jonkatje
Landmarks

The Portage Lake Lift Bridge (Houghton-Hancock Bridge) is one of Michigan’s engineering marvels and the only connection between Houghton and the rest of the Keweenaw…

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Chutes and Ladders Playground in Houghton is Fun For All Ages

Chutes and Ladders Playground in Houghton is Fun For All Ages

August 16, 2020
by jonkatje
Family Trips

Michigan’s most epic playground is located along the waterfront in Houghton, Michigan and it will provide hours of fun for kids of all ages. Chutes…

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Historic Houghton Walking Tour - Learn About the Copper Country's Largest City

Historic Houghton Walking Tour – Learn About the Copper Country’s Largest City

August 11, 2020
by jonkatje
History, Landmarks

Houghton, Michigan is known for many landmarks and a rich history. It is home to Michigan Technological University, serves as one of the departure points…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Houghton County Courthouse

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Houghton County Courthouse

January 20, 2018
by jonkatje
Landmarks, Roadside Attractions

Houghton, Michigan is home to many historic and large buildings that were built during the area’s mining boom. One of the grandest and most easily…

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Top 10 Family Friendly Upper Peninsula Destinations

Top 10 Family Friendly Upper Peninsula Destinations

May 24, 2017
by jonkatje
Family Trips

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is well-known and highly regarded for its unspoiled natural beauty. Life north of the Mackinac Bridge happens at a slower pace, and…

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A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum, Houghton

A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum, Houghton

November 18, 2016
by jonkatje
Family Trips, Museums

The A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum in Houghton, Michigan is the state’s official mineral museum, a cooperating site of the Keweenaw National Historic Park, home to…

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Dee Stadium - Houghton

Hockey Fans Should Visit Houghton’s Dee Stadium – Birthplace of Professional Hockey in America

December 2, 2015
by Chris Katje
Landmarks

  When people in Michigan think of hockey, they likely think of Hockeytown, the name given to the city of Detroit. The success of the…

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Governor Snyder Highlights Two Hearted River, Soo Locks and Universities in Annual Upper Peninsula Trip

Governor Snyder Highlights Two Hearted River, Soo Locks and Universities in Annual Upper Peninsula Trip

August 16, 2015
by Chris Katje
Vacation

Over the weekend, Michigan’s governor Rick Snyder ended his short annual trip to the Upper Peninsula. The trip was a busy one for our governor…

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Saugatuck, Bellaire, Detroit: Three Michigan Cities Vying for Best Town Honors From Outside Magazine

Saugatuck, Bellaire, Detroit: Three Michigan Cities Vying for Best Town Honors From Outside Magazine

May 7, 2015
by Chris Katje
Vacation

  Outside Magazine has released its bracket for the 2015 Best Town in America voting. The winner will be determined by a public vote in…

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