Pumpkin Patches, Cider Mills, & Other ‘Sweater Weather’ Activities in West Michigan
From corn mazes and pumpkin patches to an apple cider float with a doughnut on top, this list of WMI activities is all about sweater weather.... Read more.
Your Guide to Exploring Michigan’s Caves. Yes, They Exist.
Unlock the secrets of Michigan's hidden caves with our expert guide. Discover the best hiking tips and routes to witness the breathtaking beauty of these natura... Read more.
13 Michigan Hiking & Biking Trails That Must Be Experienced In The Fall
Writer Claire Mainprize has a fall roundup of some of Michigan’s best hiking and biking trails, located across the Mitten and UP.... Read more.
Hidden Near You: How to Find Michigan’s Best Speakeasies and Secret Bars
Sipping a craft cocktail is more fun when you have to find a hidden doorway or recite a secret code before you can even order.... Read more.
5 Genuinely Awesome Michigan Marching Bands—and How You Can See Them
Get your groove on with these toe-tapping marching bands from MI. Here’s how you can see them in-person or online.... Read more.
Wild Neighbors: These 9 Michiganders Catch Big Snakes, Rescue Bees, Ride Frozen Waves, and More
Whether they’re digging up dinosaurs or teaching bushcraft survival skills, these fearless Michiganders walk on the wild side.... Read more.
The True Stories Behind Ball Park Franks, Vlasic Pickles, and Other Foods Made in—You Guessed It—Michigan
Every Michigander knows that Faygo and Vernors go way back in the Mitten State, but all of these delectable and persistently popular products got their start he... Read more.
Michigan Wine & Beer Festivals to Put on Your 2023 Calendar
Whether you’re a wine aficionado or craft beer connoisseur, you’ll want to snag a ticket to one or more of these 13 fun-filled festivals.... Read more.
Your Ultimate Guide to U-Pick Hotspots in Michigan
More and more Michigan farms are welcoming visitors onto their land to pick their own crops—aka “U-pick”—and it just might be the best family activity e... Read more.
Michigan Rocks: Your Guide to Collecting the State’s Unique Native Stones
Michigan is one of the best places in the world for rockhounding. Check out this 2023 guide on how and where to rock hunt in the Mitten—plus what to look for ... Read more.