2 Tuskegee Red Tails Discovered in Lake Huron & St. Clair River
In the summer of 2015, underwater explorers made history by conducting a five-day archeological survey of a Bell P-39Q Airacobra fighter plane in Lake Huron.
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7 Best Bird Feeders For Michigan Every Cabin and Cottage Birder Must Know
If you have lived or have a cottage in Michigan’s Thumb or a cabin in Northern Michigan, there is almost no way you can get away with not having the best bird feeders for Michigan during the summer months. It’s a …
10 Delicious Michigan Foods and Recipes You Have to Try
Every state has their own tastes. Michigan is no exception. Bordered by the Great Lakes, Michigan has the best farm and fish options that any true foodie would crave.
We look at 10 simple and uniquely Michigan comfort foods to try. Some with the secret recipes.
History Of Pointe Aux Barques Cottage Community in Michigan’s Thumb
The name Pointe Aux Barques was coined by French sailors and voyageurs in about 1760. The name literally means the point of boats, This is because the rock formations at the tip of the Thumb looked like the prow of a ship. It was also known as a hideout for sailors.
The year is 1912. An exclusive modern resort community is opened at the tip of Michigan’s thumb with direct train service from Detroit. For over 100 years it has been a resort community.
The Railroad at the Bottom of Saginaw Bay
A ship runs aground in Saginaw Bay only a few miles from its destination in Caseville. Leaving us a tale on the rails.
6 Great Golf Destinations in Michigan’s Upper Thumb Golf Courses
Huron County Golf Courses, yardage and ratings
12 Free Things to do in Michigan’s Thumb
We went looking for over a dozen free things to in Michigan’s Thumb. This are fun for the family and only cost your time and travel.
A Lost Lumber and Company Town – New River Michigan
On the shores of Lake Huron near the tip of Michigan’s Thumb is a well appointed cottage community that used to be a thriving company lumber town. New River Michigan as been almost erased by time and nature.