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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Dune Harbor Park, Muskegon County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Dune Harbor Park, Muskegon County

April 15, 2025
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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Michigan Wildlife Watching: Birds and Beautiful Trails at Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve

Michigan Wildlife Watching: Birds and Beautiful Trails at Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve

May 6, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Wildlife

The Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve is a beautiful piece of property on the shore of Muskegon Lake near the mouth of the Muskegon River. This…

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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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Great Lakes Cruise Ships: Coming This Summer to a Michigan Port Near You!

Great Lakes Cruise Ships: Coming This Summer to a Michigan Port Near You!

March 13, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Vacation

Over the past few years, more and more new travelers have visited Michigan. While our beautiful state has long been a great destination for vehicle-based…

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2022 Michigan Freighter Gallery: We Like Big Boats

2022 Michigan Freighter Gallery: We Like Big Boats

December 17, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

One of our favorite things to do while traveling around Michigan is see all the Great Lakes freighters that visit our port or pass by…

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Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

Muskegon South Breakwater Light: Rusty Lake Michigan Beacon Will Soon Be Repaired

July 17, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Lighthouses

Back in April we made a trip out to Muskegon to get a look at a freighter (the Kaye E. Barker) that had become stuck…

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Muskegon Continues to Be One of Michigan's Best Destinations for Public Art

Muskegon Continues to Be One of Michigan’s Best Destinations for Public Art

November 20, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Public Art projects continue to pop up all over Michigan. Adding to the culture and tourist appeal of downtowns and public parks, these projects include…

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Muskegon is Home to the Oldest Statue of President William McKinley

Muskegon is Home to the Oldest Statue of President William McKinley

September 23, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, and was in the beginning of his second term when he was assassinated in 1901. A…

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The Best Michigan Beach: Is Your Favorite Up For An Award?

The Best Michigan Beach: Is Your Favorite Up For An Award?

May 2, 2018
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Just in time for warmer temperatures, 10best.com is back with another Reader’s Choice Poll. Actually, there are six new polls, looking for the best beach…

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Photo Gallery Friday: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

Photo Gallery Friday: USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon

December 15, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks, Museums

Photo Gallery Friday is a regular feature on Travel the Mitten that will help showcase photos from places where a few pictures just aren’t enough…

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