Free Fishing Weekend 6/12 - 6/13

June 11, 2010

Salmon fishing in Lake Michigan photo Get Your ‘Fish On’ this Weekend

 

Fishing is a great way to enjoy the beautiful lakes and rivers up North. And this weekend, June 12-13,  there’s no fee to fish. Michigan residents and out-of-town visitors can enjoy 2 days of fee-free fishing for all species. Fishing regulations still apply, but there is no license required thanks to the Department of Natural Resources Free Fishing Weekend. Twice a year the DNR offers free fishing weekends to encourage everyone to pick up a rod and cast for the "big one".

 

So whether you’re camping and want to cast a line with the kids, or you prefer to hop aboard a charter for some big lake action, this is the perfect weekend to get the fishing bug. I say, "Fish On!"

 

 

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Sleeping Bear Dunes Cruise opens for season

June 1, 2010

Sleeping Bear Dunes Cruise imageSummer season begins June 1st for Frankfort boat cruise company

 

For those of you who’ve been waiting since last fall for a trip along the Lake Michigan shore, the wait is over. Sleeping Bear Dunes Boat Cruises is open for the season. Daily tours along the shoreline from Frankfort to the National Lakeshore in Empire began today for the cruise company in it’s second season.

 

Over the winter a new boat, "Lady Michigan," has been under construction in Alabama. With a delay in the arrival of the new boat, the Upper Peninsula company sent another beautiful ship, "Pictured Rocks" to start off the season.

 

For the early part of June the daily schedule includes one trip at 11am. The beautiful sunset cruises will be added to the schedule on June 18th.

 

If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy the Dunes this year I hope you’ll check out Sleeping Bear Dunes Boat Cruise. For a map to their location in Frankfort view their listing on our Attractions page. To reserve your spot on one of their daily sails call 888.469.4696. Visit their website at www.sleepingbeardunescruise.com for more schedule information and pricing details.

Photo by Jay Burt, Walk Softly Photos.

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Interlochen 2010 Summer Arts Festival Line-up

May 6, 2010

Interlochen Arts Festival Mealtickets cardDo You Have Your Ticket to Summer Entertainment Fun Yet?

 

Hot off the presses, and in Mealtickets displays this week, are the new cards for the Interlochen Summer Arts Festival. You’ve probably already seen their large program, but you can’t beat the convenience of our little cards. They’re a perfect pocket-sized schedule of Interlochen’s concert lineup.

Pick up an Interlochen card today at area hotels other display locations. And order your tickets to one of the Traverse area’s oldest and most creative arts institutions. Order tickets online at www.tickets.interlochen.org

 

2010 Summer Arts Festival

  • June 14:    Sheryl Crow w/Colbie Caillat
  • June 26:    The Moody Blues
  • June 30:    Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain & Edgar Meyer
  • July 1-4:    Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”
  • July 3:    The Capitol Steps
  • July 4:    World Youth Symphony Orchestra
  • July 8-11:    Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”
  • July 8:    Taj Mahal w/Shemekia Copeland
  • July 9:    Playhouse Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul
  • July 11:    WYSO w/David Shifrin
  • July 13:    Interlochen “Collage”
  • July 14:    POST Comedy Theater
  • July 17:    Punch Brothers w/Loudon Wainwright III
  • July 18:    JoAnn Falletta conducts WYSO
  • July 21:    Peter & Paul: A Tribute to Mary & 50 Years of Music & Friendship
  • July 22:    The Oak Ridge Boys
  • July 23:    Paul Taylor Dance Company
  • July 24:    Leanne Morgan, comedienne
  • July 25:    WYSO w/Philippe Quint
  • July 26:    Parker String Quartet
  • July 27:    Cloud Cult
  • Aug 1:    Erik Nielsen conducts WYSO
  • Aug 5- 8:    “Aida”
  • Aug 9:    Lyle Lovett
  • Aug 10:    Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home
  • Companion
  • Aug 13:    David Sanborn
  • Aug 16, 18 & 21:  Enso String Quartet
  • Aug 19:    Foreigner
  • Aug 20:    Josh Turner
  • Aug 24:     Brandi Carlile
  • Aug 26-28:      Interlochen Guitar Festival

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Smoking Ban in Michigan Bars and Restaurants Begins May 1st

April 30, 2010

no smoking symbolMichigan goes Smoke-Free

May 1st marks the beginning of the new law banning smoking in Michigan bars, restaurants and most workplaces. Govenor Jennifer Granholm signed this bill into law earlier this year, making Michigan the 38th State to ban smoking in public spaces.

 

Businesses are required to post No Smoking signs and eliminate ashtrays.

Violations of the new ban will be based on complaints and enforced by the Health Department.

 

For more information on the Smoking Ban in Michigan please visit: http://www.michigan.gov/smokefreelaw

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Crystal Mountain Opens Slopes Friday 12-11

December 10, 2009

crystal mountain opening graphic

 

Local slopes ready for Skiers

Snow is a welcome sight at area ski slopes. Last week Crystal Mountain had bare ground. But with over 12" of natural snow, plus 24-hour snowmaking, Crystal Mountain will open for skiers on Friday, December 11th.

 

Here’s the scoop:

Operating Hours & Rate Information
Here are the operating hours and lift ticket rates for this week:

Friday, December 11th: 12 to 8 pm
Saturday, December 12th: 9 am to 8 pm
Sunday, December 13th: 9 am to 6 pm
Monday-Thursday, December 14-17: 12 to 6 pm

Lift ticket rates are $25 (adults 16+) and $15 (juniors 9-15) through Thursday, December 17th. Children 8 & under FREE.

Friday, December 18th (5 for $50 Friday): 9 am to 9 pm
Friday, December 19th: Open for the season. Midweek rates apply. See lift ticket rates.

5 Lift Tickets for $50! Friday, December 18th
Bring a group of up to five skiers & riders to Crystal Mountain on Friday, December 18th and you all ski and ride for only $50!

 

Check out the snow report at crystalmountain.com/snow for the latest updates.

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