Chaunie Brusie - The Gander

Aug 2025 7

8 events in Detroit to take your kids to before summer ends

By Chaunie Brusie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Soak up the last weeks of summer by taking your family to these eight events in Detroit.

Jul 2025 18

This is your sign to head to Michigan beaches & hear the singing sand

By Chaunie Brusie | NATURE, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Several Michigan beaches are home to “singing sand,” and while several legends attribute the noise to ghostly causes, there’s a perfectly logical explanation.

a view of a michigan beach with singing sand

Jul 2025 18

11 of the best public splash pads in Michigan

By Chaunie Brusie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Check out our list of the best public splash pads in Michigan, including free options and the largest splash pad in the state!

children run and play in the water of a michigan splash pad

Jul 2025 15

The 15 best waterfront restaurants in Michigan, according to locals

By Chaunie Brusie | FOOD AND DRINK, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

The best waterfront restaurants in Michigan are the ones the locals love—here are the hidden gems we found, plus some beloved favorites.

a plate of food with a glass of white wine on a table in front of a view of the waterfront

Jul 2025 15

11 quaint & historical B&Bs in Michigan

By Chaunie Brusie | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

From the Upper Peninsula to the Lower Peninsula, here are the most quaint and historical B&Bs in Michigan to enjoy on your next restful retreat.

the exterior of a Victorian inn-turned bed and breakfast

Jul 2025 15

I took my 5 kids to their first Michigan rodeo & it was unforgettable

By Chaunie Brusie | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Planning a visit to the Great Lakes Rodeo—held every Father’s Day weekend in the small town of Gwinn, MI, just outside of Marquette—means you and your family can experience the excitement of a rodeo (honestly, I was blown away) along with the natural wonders, restaurants, and beauty that Michigan’s UP has to offer.

Jun 2025 25

Your guide to the Saginaw Bay Birding Trail

By Chaunie Brusie | ANIMALS, EVERGREEN, Chaunie Brusie

Here's your guide to the Saginaw Bay Birding Trail, which spans 142 miles across Michigan and is ideal for bird-watching enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.