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Tag: Michigan
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Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State. Surrounded by five of the six Great Lakes. ThumbWind has a number of stories devoted to Michigan places, food, and places to visit. Here are a few to explore
Tundra or Trumpeter Swan Near Oscoda? – You Decide
We were treated to an interesting treat today, which is much appreciated. Amy from Oscoda spotted a swan paddling along the shoreline. The swan was dodging the ice along the beach along Lake Huron. She sent us these pictures and asked …
The Fading Days of Michigan’s Bach General Store
The Bach General Store, long since closed. Once the center of the community, these shops were common in the days before Walmart and Dollar General.
After a Decade in Hibernation, The Port Austin Winter Carnival Returns
The Port Austin Winter Carnival returns after a decade in hibernation. The weekend festivities at the tip of the Thumb begin Friday, February 5-7, 2021.
The Lightship Huron Still Lights the Way on the St. Clair River.
One interesting little site, located in a county park, is the Lightship Huron. Lightships are floating lighthouses that could be anchored on the lakes where it was too deep or impossible to build a lighthouse.
Caseville Shanty Days Canceled for 2021
The Caseville Chamber of Commerce announced that the 2021 Caseville Shanty Days festival has been canceled. The event was to have occurred on February 12-13 in Caseville, Michigan.
The Lucky History And Amazing #1 Power of the Caro Michigan Dam
The history and story behind the 115 year old Caro Michigan River Dam. It’s been a home to Native Americans and early Michigan settlers.
The Dam is falling into significant disrepair. If it fails the Cass river would become a mere creek which would greatly impact recreational boating and fishing.
Fortunately there is interest in refurbishing the historic structure.
4 Michigan Legislators Demand DNR Restore Commercial Fishing Licenses
Four Michigan State legislators demand the restoration of commercial fishing licenses for 13 fisher operations left in Michigan.