Finding Fun in Michigan & Beyond
by The accidental find of the Marshal Sandstone formation in Michigan’s Upper Thumb in 1834 gave rise to one of the areas first industries. Grindstone City became famous for its production of huge grinding wheels until a disruptive technology change slid the industry into obsolescence.
by Bird Creek County Park in Port Austin offers a family-friendly beach experience with a fun splash pad, kayaking adventures, and stunning harbor views – all at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb.
Its also a casting off point for Turnip Rock and Broken Rocks kayaking.
by Several famous people from Michigan have lived and summered in Huron County. From the frontier and lumbering days through the New Deal. We found an amazing set of individual stories that are worth exploring.
by The past pandemic has caused folks to curtail travel. However a new interest in camping now giving families safe way to be outdoors and explore safely.
Also the Michigan DNR has worked with local companies that offer RV and camper rental delivery and set up services in Michigan’s State Parks. This allows outdoor camping for those who want the experience of staying in a camper but not the ownership of one.
by Author and local historian Mark Putman takes a journey back to the 1800s, an era of the land speculation, logging, and development of Elkland Michigan, and Cass City
Michigan has had a fascinating history in the Great Lakes region. After Europeans first set foot in Sault St Marie, it attracted the colonial powers …
by After the Great Fire of 1881, Michigan Sugar Beet production took off in Mid-Michigan. Dozens of factories were built for refinement.
This article offers a detailed history of this Michigan industry.
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