Experience a Drone Flyby of Turnip Rock
We are seeing some amazing sights by those who are working with drones. Overflights of small towns and points of interest are becoming common and …
The Legend of Whiskey Harbor During Michigan Prohibition
On the eastern edge of Michigan’s Thumb lies a lonely and very rocky cove on the shore of Lake Huron. The remote area sits on a layer of limestone that makes it hard to build on so it remains undeveloped to this day. It’s hard to imagine that this beautiful remote setting was the site for criminal activity during the time of Michigan Prohibition for over 12 years.
Ora Labora Colony – A Lost Community in Michigan’s North – Part 3
Part III of the Ora Labora story brings us to 1864. The rapid growth of the colony was costly and the society needs funds to grow. It was time for drastic measures. The raging war in the south was turning in the North’s favor and the colony was on borrowed time until the draft took effect.
6 Amazing Great Lakes Islands to Explore
With over 35,000 islands, the salt and shark-free Great Lakes have some of the most inviting and unique chances for island exploring anywhere in the world. Some of these magnificent island destinations are only accessible by boat or float plane, while others offer regularly scheduled ferry service. Here are six choice island destinations to explore.
Ora Labora Colony- Lost in Michigan’s North – Part 4
Part IV of the Ora Labora starts during Christmas 1864. The Colonies funds and provisions are low and its leader Emil Baur is begging his benefactors for loans to make it through the winter. With the war in its closing days the colonist are hopeful that a risky new venture will be profitable.
Capac Michigan’s Amazing Historical Museum and Railroad Depot
The Capac Railroad Depot is a bit off the beaten path. Situated east of Imlay City, it maintains the vibrant small town rural charm found in Michigan. The town is located between Port Huron and Flint. The historic railroad depot is also home to one of the finest small town museums in the region.
Consumers Energy Wind Farms Continue to Grow
Consumers Energy has been conducting its own alternative energy projects since 2014. It owns and operates six industrial wind farms in Michigan and Ohio. The company contributes over 1000 Megawatts of power from its wind farm base.
An Amazing Sebewaing Fishtown on Saginaw Bay 1878
An amazing article from 1878 describing a Fishtown on the ice near Sebewaing on Saginaw Bay.