George Mason Exhibit – The Lovells Museum of Trout Fishing History to Feature Exhibit on George W. Mason and the ‘Mason Tract – a Gift to Michigan’ George W. Mason and the Mason Tract on the South Branch of the Au Sable River is the focus of the Lovells Township Historical Society’s annual exhibit on […]
ORV info from DNR
ORV info from DNR – DNR NEWS – April 5, 2018 Contact: Cpl. John Morey, 989-619-3784 DNR urges ORV enthusiasts to be ready to ride Know the rules and your vehicle before heading out The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds off-road vehicle enthusiasts to learn riding and safety rules before taking to the trails. […]
Outdoor Adventures ad
New ad for Adventure Outdoors Magazine. Ad designed by Vern Not Just A Copy Shop. Photos by Patrick Shepherd, Kim Diment, Forest Dunes Golf Club, Justin Andre, Paddle Hard Brewing, Gates Au Sable Lodge, Main Branch Gallery, LLC, friend Jeannie from Grayling Habitat for Humanity. Hope I didn’t miss anyone!
How to Make Your Fishing Trip More Exciting for Your Kids
How to Make Your Fishing Trip More Exciting for Your Kids Michigan’s diverse aquatic life makes it a paradise for fishing. Its ideal fishing waters, breathtaking views, and ample angling opportunities place it at the top of freshwater fishing destinations in America. Its rivers, estuaries, ponds and inland lakes house a healthy population of over 150 fish […]
Winter Fun @ XC Ski Headquarters
Cross Country Ski Headquarters is ready for fun this winter, with events like Pure Michigan Winter Trails Day, Ski the Beer Trail, and Ribs & Blues… plus a giant “Snow Spreader” for better skiing conditions all winter long! Higgins Lake, MI, September 19, 2017– The excitement of winter is back at Cross Country Ski Headquarters […]
AuSable River Canoe Marathon update
70th AuSable River Canoe Marathon One of the Greatest Canoe Races on Earth July 29-30 * 120 Miles Non-Stop Overnight! #HupAllNight More than 50,000 fans are expected to converge in northern Michigan’s AuSable River Valley for one of the state’s most iconic sporting events: The 70th edition of The AuSable River Canoe […]
Deward history
Deward, one of Crawford’s ghost towns By Kurt J. Kolka, UpNorth Voice Editor Back in the late 1970s, the late Carl Olson, a former Deward resident, and the late Raymond Brown of Frederic shared their knowledge of the town of Deward in northwest Crawford County. The information was originally collected for a high school research paper. The […]
Fantastic Outdoor Family Activities in Grayling
Fantastic Outdoor Family Activities in Grayling – “We have such a brief opportunity to pass on to our children our love of this Earth, and to tell our stories. These are the moments when the world is made whole. In my children’s memories, the adventures we’ve had together in nature will always exist.” Thus spoke Richard […]
Benefits of Vacationing near rivers
The Many Benefits Of Vacationing Near Rivers Grayling is known for its beautiful rivers – the AuSable and Manistee wind dreamily through this place, offering sanctuary and resources not only to many kinds of fish and birdlife, but also to the Americans who come here seeking a bit of peace and quiet. The rivers provide a […]
Michigan Snakes
Michigan Snakes- The Michigan Department of Natural Resources gets many questions this time of year about Michigan’s snakes. Michigan is home to 18 species of snakes, 17 of which are harmless to humans. Eighteen different species of snake call Michigan home, but only one of them poses any real harm to humans.“Whether you think snakes […]
