Tag: Winter

The Winter category delves into the beauty and challenges of the coldest season. Discover winter activities, survival tips, and seasonal travel ideas. From snowstorms and icy adventures to cozy indoor retreats, we cover everything that makes winter a unique and transformative time of year.

Things to Do in Michigan In Winter – 16 Cool Ideas for 2025

Posted on March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 by Anastasiia Polokhlyvets

We found 11 great ideas of things to do in Michigan in winter. From sled dog racing to explore ice caves, Michigan has unique things to do all winter long.

Winter’s of the Past – Walking to Port Austin Lighthouse Over the Ice (2015)

Posted on March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 by Michael Hardy

An amazing video of the transformation from winter to summer in the Upper Thumb of Michigan.

Quinzhee Survival Winter Camping – Making a Simple Snow Shelter

Posted on February 22, 2025February 22, 2025 by Michael Hardy

A basic winter camping survival shelter can be made by hollowing out a big pile of snow that has been allowed to settle and harden.

They can take several hours to build, but are an effective way to stay warm when camping in the winter.

A quinzhee shelter is warmer than any four season tent.

15 Michigan Winter Activities For Beating Cabin Fever in the Great Lakes Region

Posted on November 20, 2024December 5, 2024 by Paul Austin

The Great Lakes region may be frozen during the winter, but this opens up many opportunities. You can take hikes in your snowshoes or follow a cross-country ski trail. Climb on board a snowmobile for a tour or relax in an indoor waterpark’s lazy river. Whatever you need from your winter vacation, the Great Lakes have something to offer, with incredible views to enjoy along the way.

Winter Camping in Michigan – 6 Truly Cool Spots To Pitch a Tent

Posted on November 12, 2024November 12, 2024 by Jordan Fuller

Numerous areas provide an exceptional winter camping in Michigan experience during the coldest time of the year. We review 6 prime locations in the state.

14 Areas Around the Great Lakes With Significant Lake Effect Snow – How Does it Happen

Posted on January 10, 2024July 7, 2025 by Paul Austin

Lake effect snow from the Great Lakes occurs when conditions of evaporation and cold upper air currents slide over the region. Water retains on to heat more than air. This causes some open water in the Great Lakes to evaporate into the air and warm it. Rising up into the atmosphere this warm, wet air cools as it travels.

Jamaica Cruise Tours – 5 Adventures For Tropical Winter Fun! Discover Dolphin Cove

Posted on December 27, 2023December 27, 2023 by Paul Austin

Tired of Michigan’s winter? Jamaica Cruise Tours offer a thrilling escape. Discover Dolphin Cove’s adventures, from swimming with dolphins to exploring Dunn’s River Falls, and transform your winter blues into tropical bliss.