Northern Michigan Spring Articles
The Insider’s List: 10 Things to Do from Benzie to Ludington
by Lissa Edwards | May 15, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Get up close and personal with this coastal region from Benzie County to Ludington and all the forests, lakes and rivers in between. This article...
12 Michigan Wildflowers to Watch for This Spring
by Allison Acosta | May 2, 2024 | Outdoors
May is when the Northwoods really begin to burst with life, and the iconic, ephemeral trillium carpet the forest floor. But if you know where—and...
Ask Farmer Andrea: Low-Maintenance Veggie Gardening
by Cara McDonald | Apr 25, 2024 | Counties, Farm and Agriculture, Outdoors, Towns
As warmer days return to Northern Michigan, gardening is on our minds—specifically, how to make it easier. The answer: planters galore. Here’s what...
May 2024 Events: Morels, Mother’s Day & Memorial Day Weekend
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Apr 24, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
With spring in full bloom, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate May in Northern Michigan! From Mother's Day brunches to mushroom festivals, here...
Photos of the Month: 8 Dramatic Northern Michigan Waterscapes
by Ashlyn Korienek | Apr 8, 2024 | Counties, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
March in Northern Michigan brought winter's final flurries, vibrant skies and early signs of spring. Here are 8 of our favorite photos from the...
20 Things to Do This April in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Mar 27, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
Hello, spring! From floral workshops to wine dinners and an Upper Peninsula festival under the stars, here are 20 local events you won't want to...
Taste of Spring: Kohlrabi Slaw with Avocado Crema Recipe
by Stacey Brugeman | Mar 6, 2024 | Food & Drink
A delicious taste of spring! Find out why versatile kohlrabi is dubbed “the jicama of the North” with this slaw and avocado crema recipe. This...
30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Feb 26, 2024 | Counties, Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Towns, Vacation
March brings exciting early spring and end-of-winter events. From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to laid-back concerts at local venues, here are 30...
Beachcomb for Lake Superior Agates
by Emily Tyra | Jan 17, 2024 | Evergreen, Outdoors, Towns
The beaches at Grand Marais are excellent hunting grounds for the ancient Lake Superior agate, a semi-precious stone made up of concentric circles of microcrystaline quartz reddened by iron. Here’s the lowdown on what you’re seeking.
Mushroom Care 101: How to Store Morels
by Emily Tyra | Jan 17, 2024 | Evergreen, Food & Drink, Outdoors, Vacation
So you’ve finally found some mushrooms! But what’s next?
MyNorth’s Top 10 Instagram Posts of 2023
by Rachel Souillere | Dec 28, 2023 | Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
From gorgeous Northern Michigan homes to rock hunting, national media mentions and northern lights, here are MyNorth's top 10 Instagram posts of...
The Best Babymoon Destinations in Northern Michigan
by Rachel Souillere | Aug 1, 2023 | Counties, Towns, Vacation
Going on a getaway before welcoming a new little one into your life has become a trend for millennial parents-to-be. From Boyne Mountain to the Inn...
Foraging & Exploring Spring in Northern Michigan!
How to Find, Clean & Store Morel Mushrooms
Where To Find Spring Wildflowers
Visit Maple Bay Natural Area
An M-119 Tunnel of Trees Spring Road Trip (with Trillium!)
How to Harvest & Clean Wild Leeks
Drive "The Breezeway"
Choose Another Season
Northern Michigan Outdoor Articles
In Shaggy’s We Trust: Michigan-Made Skis With a Cult Following
by Kate Bassett | Dec 12, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
A family penchant for tinkering and fresh tracks gives birth to Michigan-inspired skis with a joy-stoked cult following. We tap into the obsession...
6 Enchanting Winter Scenes Across Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek | Dec 12, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From snow-covered landscapes to golden hour views, check out our favorite photos you shared with us on Instagram over the past month. Want to be...
How We Winter: Explore Gaylord’s Snowy Playground
by Cara McDonald and Carly Simpson | Dec 2, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Seek solace among old-growth pines. Ride 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Visit a place known simply as "the big wild." These are some of our...
20+ Festive Events Across Northern Michigan This December
by Ashlyn Korienek and MyNorthTickets | Nov 26, 2024 | Events, Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
These local events will keep you merry and bright all month long. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...
How We Winter: 6 Exhilarating Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix
by Allison Acosta | Nov 19, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Go dogsledding, take a guided rafting trip, snowshoe by moonlight—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the...
How We Winter: 6 Fun-Filled Outdoor Activities Near Petoskey
by Carly Simpson | Nov 14, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Take a snowy hike, go horseback riding, try new-tech ski bikes—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the...
How We Winter: 5 Outdoor Adventures in Traverse City
by Allison Acosta and Carly Simpson | Nov 6, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Relax in a sauna, ski at night, visit a snow-capped lighthouse—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Traverse...
Photos of the Month: An Ode to Fall in Northern Michigan
by Ashlyn Korienek | Nov 6, 2024 | Outdoors, Vacation
Farewell, October! We're swooning over these 9 gorgeous photos shared with us on Instagram over the past month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive....
Our Favorite Fall Smells in Northern Michigan
by Cara McDonald | Oct 27, 2024 | Food & Drink, Live Here, Outdoors, Vacation
The top 6 scents of fall Up North, plus how to find them (and even take some home with you). This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our...
2024 Fall Color Map: Northern Michigan Weekly Updates for Peak Leaf Peeping
by Michael Stevens | Oct 24, 2024 | Outdoors, Vacation
Check weekly for the latest fall color updates as we track the changing leaves and best viewing spots with 9&10 News Chief Meteorologist Michael...
Discover St. Ignace: Your Ultimate Michigan Snowmobiling Basecamp
by Meagan Francis and MyNorth Custom Studios for St. Ignace Visitors Bureau | Oct 15, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
PAID CONTENT Miles of trails, colorful history and lively local events make St. Ignace, Michigan, your ideal snowmobile stomping grounds.When it...
8 Favorite Instagram Photos From September Up North
by Ashlyn Korienek | Oct 2, 2024 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
So long, summer! Here are 8 of our favorite photos shared with us on Instagram this past month in Northern Michigan. Want to be featured? Tag us or...
6 Fall Color Destinations in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula That’ll Knock Your Socks Off
by Allison Jarrell and Carly Simpson | Sep 25, 2024 | Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Planning a fall color tour? Here are six iconic spots we dream of visiting again and again and again. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more?...
Photos of the Month: 8 Stunning Summer Scenes
by Ashlyn Korienek | Sep 5, 2024 | Counties, Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Tropical blue hues. Coral sunrises. Sailboats on Grand Traverse Bay. These 8 Instagram photos capture the essence of summer in Northern Michigan....
Rock Hunt for Elusive Lake Superior Agates in Grand Marais
by Allison Acosta | Aug 14, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
The elusive Lake Superior agate. Rockhounds scour Lake Superior’s shoreline for these rare banded beauties—from the western reaches of the Keweenaw...
Photos of the Month: Sailing, Sunflowers & Sunsets
by Ashlyn Korienek | Aug 6, 2024 | Live Here, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
From gorgeous fields of gold to spectacular sunsets, these 8 Instagram photos remind us to soak up every moment of summer in Northern Michigan. Want...
Escape to a Deserted Island: Solo Backpacking on Grand Island
by Meagan Francis | Aug 6, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
A rustic getaway on Grand Island offered the perfect mix of security and solitude on my first solo backpacking trip. This article first appeared in...
Long Live Althea: Come Aboard with Compass Rose Sailing
by Kim Schneider | Aug 2, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
Born 60 years ago in the Netherlands and raised by one of the most notable sailors of all time, this storied racing queen has once again found her...
Explore the Shore: Snorkel a Secret Shipwreck near Traverse City
by Lissa Edwards | Jul 25, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
A crew of four friends set off to snorkel a Lake Michigan shipwreck. Dive below the waves with them. This article first appeared in Traverse...
River Reverie: Storied Lodging Destinations on the Au Sable
by Carly Simpson | Jul 22, 2024 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns, Vacation
These storied lodging destinations have been welcoming generations of travelers to find peace and adventure along the legendary Au Sable river. This...