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Upper Peninsula Plaid October

Celebrate Plaidurday Friday October 2: A Holiday Created by a Michigan Born Yooper

September 30, 2015
by Chris Katje
Arts and Entertainment

Plaid has been around a long time and if you live in Michigan there’s a good chance you own some in your closet. Plaid of…

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Muskallonge State Park - Camping and Outdoor Recreation in a Secluded Setting

Muskallonge State Park – Camping and Outdoor Recreation in a Secluded Setting

September 21, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Camping

It takes a bit of work to get to Muskallonge State Park, a hidden gem in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that is 28 miles…

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10 Amazing Places for Fall Color in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

10 Amazing Places for Fall Color in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

September 20, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a land of mostly unspoiled beauty, with large tracts of wilderness and stunning scenery. While it is a beautiful place to…

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The Tower of History - Great Views of Sault Ste. Marie From 210 Feet Above It

The Tower of History – Great Views of Sault Ste. Marie From 210 Feet Above It

September 8, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

Sault Ste. Marie in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a town full of history, dating back to its founding in 1668. There are many interesting sites…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Viking Ship Welcome Sign in Norway

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Viking Ship Welcome Sign in Norway

September 5, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Upper Hand Brewery’s 906 Ale a Perfect Way to Celebrate the Upper Peninsula for 906 Day

Upper Hand Brewery’s 906 Ale a Perfect Way to Celebrate the Upper Peninsula for 906 Day

September 4, 2015
by Chris Katje
Breweries

Did you know the entire Upper Peninsula has only one area code? In 1961, the Upper Peninsula officially split from the 616 area code and…

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Piers Gorge and Misicot Falls - Menominee River State Recreation Area

Piers Gorge and Misicot Falls – Menominee River State Recreation Area

September 3, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Waterfalls

One of the most beautiful areas in the Western Upper Peninsula is Piers Gorge, a state recreation area south of Norway that features waterfalls, hiking…

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Michigan Roadside Attractions: Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort "Ski Bum" on US-2 Near Bessemer

Michigan Roadside Attractions: Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort “Ski Bum” on US-2 Near Bessemer

August 29, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Roadside Attractions

Michigan Roadside Attractions is a periodic feature on Travel the Mitten that will explore the many interesting things that can be found on the highways,…

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Photo Gallery Friday: GarLyn Zoo in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Photo Gallery Friday: GarLyn Zoo in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

August 28, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Zoos

The Upper Peninsula might be one of the last places you’d expect to find a zoo that features tigers, bears and more – but GarLyn…

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Father Marquette National Memorial at Straits State Park in St. Ignace

Father Marquette National Memorial at Straits State Park in St. Ignace

August 27, 2015
by Jonathan Katje
Landmarks

French missionary and explorer Jacques Marquette had a big hand in founding and developing two of the most important cities in the Eastern Upper Peninsula…

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