8 Mesmerizing Michigan Hot Air Balloon Festivals

Hot air balloon festivals in Michigan offer more than just a visual spectacle—they provide cultural and social extravaganzas with various experiences and activities. Michigan hosts popular festivals like the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest, Battle Creek’s Field of Flight Festival, and Frankenmuth’s Unique Festival, each offering unique attractions and events. Attendees can enjoy vibrant ballooning activities, mesmerizing night glows, and plan their visit during the summer months for an unforgettable experience. Proper planning and safety considerations are crucial to fully enjoy these awe-inspiring events.

2012 Great Lakes Water Levels Drop – Marina’s Scramble

by Michael Hardy

Five years ago the entire Great Lakes was witness to low water levels not seen since 1964. Marina’s were dredging, boats were being damaged on shallow reefs not seen a generation and lake shipping was facing hard times.

A Fishing Birthday Party – 6 Steps to Catch Alot Of Fun

by Annette Hinshaw

Birthdays are one of the only days you can call “your day.”

Host a fishing birthday party and make it go seamlessly with these tricks! These ideas will make your party a success for all ages

10 Michigan Hometown Foods That Scream You’re from Michigan

by Paul Austin

There is nothing like the familiar foods of home. Michigan has unique and tasty varieties of comfort food dishes originating from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the Ohio and Indiana border.

We hit upon some of the top delicacies that the Great Lakes State loves to enjoy from many of our own hometowns.

Michigan Indian Chief Standing Oak Defeated the Fox Tribe Near Sebewaing

by Michael Hardy

Chief Standing Oak ruled the tribe of Chippewa Indians, living near Kilmanagh between the Sebewaing river and Shebeon creek.

He led his tribe in a fierce battle with the Fox.

Forbidden Love, Secret Indian Lead Mines, Murder And Strange Northern Lights in the Upper Thumb

by Michael Hardy

A legend telling of secret Indian lead mines and murder of a young couple are conveyed in this verbal history of the Upper Thumb of Michigan.

The Garfield Inn – Stay in this #1 Adorable Example Of Pioneer Elegance in Port Austin Michigan

by Michael Hardy

Short history of Charles Learned, the builder and Huron County pioneer who build the Garfield Inn and was friends with a US President James Garfield.

Michigan DNR Shut Down Michigan Commercial Fishing in 2021

by Michael Hardy

The Michigan Fish Producers Association representing the few commercial fishermen that remain in Michigan is suing the state’s Department of Natural Resources over changes to industry rules. Commercial fishermen were informed by the Michigan DNR that the agency did not renew commercial fishing licenses for 2021.