Michigan is packed with an abundance of things to do in every season. Summer and Fall, of course, are my favorite and what you’ll find the most reference to here. Occasionally, you’ll stumble across a winter post for those that enjoy cold weather sports and outdoor pursuits. This list is a guide to all the…
Sandy beaches, bonfires, camping, stargazing, and festivals are just a few of the reasons to get outside and enjoy summer in Michigan. Michiganders may suffer long and horrible winters, but when the weather turns warmer we know how to get outside and embrace our Michigan summer. Summer is when I fall in love all over…
This Upper Peninsula Michigan list is by no means all-inclusive but instead features the highlights of what there is to do in each area on the EAST SIDE of the peninsula and the things that I always recommend to friends. We tend to stick to the free/inexpensive things like hiking, visiting lighthouses, waterfall chasing, rockhounding,…
Want to know one thing that makes epic road trips even better? Something that breaks up the monotony of endless miles? Searching out and stopping at the World’s Largest Things in the Midwest! This is, hand’s down, the one way that I’ve survived thousands of miles in the car. Knowing that there is some really…
Recently I found myself in Wooster, OH located about a solid hour south of Cleveland in Wayne County. An often overlooked region of Ohio this area has a diverse selection of things to do and see, and, oh my, the food is incredible. A perfect weekend getaway for the two of you or the entire…
There are so many free and affordable things to do in Petoskey that you won’t regret the drive. Plus you’ll end up traveling along secondary roads, passing through small towns, and spending a fair amount of time oohing an ahhhing over the scenery. Plan to stop for treats at roadside farm market stands and pick…
It’s best to combat the tough, long winter days by getting out and enjoying all the things to do in Michigan in winter. I know, winter can be a tough time in northern Michigan. We generally have limited daylight hours and when it is daytime the sun is only out on occasion. The cold and…
Deb has been sharing travel stories and creating recipes online since 2009. She works closely with CVBs and brands that are relevant to my readers. Just Short of Crazy aims to show that life doesn’t have to be crazy, Instead, it’s meant to be lived to the fullest through travel, great food, and making epic…
I love visiting islands and finding fun islands in the Great Lakes is always a treat. Finding what makes an island unique is even better and the Golf Carts of Put-In-Bay do not disappoint. We took the Jet Express ferry from Sandusky to Put-in-Bay, a quick 40 minute ride with a short stop at Kelley’s…
I’m just going to put this out there. I do not like exercise. Not even a little bit. This is not a good thing especially since I spend so much time in front of the computer. So, I started thinking. What could I do that gets me moving that doesn’t feel like exercise? I came…
Keep up with all recipes, activities, travel finds and more when you subscribe to the latest
You have successfully joined our subscriber list.
