Michigan Indian Chief Standing Oak Defeated the Fox Tribe Near Sebewaing
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.
Tag: Michigans Thumb
It’s our focus and a favorite spot in the world. Michigans Thumb is a region and a peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan, so named because the Lower Peninsula is shaped like a mitten.
We primarily cover the fascinating and unique aspects of the Upper Thumb. From Sebewaing, Bay Port, Caseville, Port Austin, Grindstone City, Harbor Beach, and Port Sanilac, this region has it all.
The Crazy Cottage Art Along the Road of Michigan’s Upper Thumb
Crazy and unique cottage road signs found in Michigan’s Upper Thumb.
These cottage art ideas say “welcome here” are colorful cottage decorations to the passing eye hurtling down the ribbon of pavement.
The Sturdy Sentinal of Grindstone City – The Wallace Mill
The Wallace Roller Mill was built in 1887 on the shore of Lake Huron. The mill was the first in the area to diversify from grindstone quarry and milling operations.
The stone structure stands today providing four vacation condos.
The Amazing Michigan Photography of Steven Donahue
Steven W. Donahue was born and grew up on his family farm near Port Hope. He moved away and started studying the arts, including photography becoming an accomplished artist and photographer with over 50 years of work.
Public Access Still Cut Off at Oak Beach County Park
Huron County blocks off an public lake access point and boat ramp at Oak Beach County Park. Used for over 50 years by fishermen and kayakers. A group has formed to protest and seek improvements to the boat launch.
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 …
Abandoned Farmhouses That You Will Never See Again
We are sometimes drawn to an abandoned farmhouse or structure not because of it’s beauty, but because we think there is a story. behind the decay.
We want to know what went wrong.
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.