12 Michigan Wildflowers to Watch for This Spring
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 when—to look, you may just stumble upon a few other spring surprises. Here’s a quick guide to some of our favorite flowers...Ask Farmer Andrea: Low-Maintenance Veggie Gardening
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 you need to know about starting your own container garden. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...May 2024 Events: Morels, Mother’s Day & Memorial Day Weekend
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 are 30 events to put on your calendar this May 2024. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...Photos of the Month: 8 Dramatic Northern Michigan Waterscapes
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 month that people across the region shared with our MyNorth Instagram account. Want to be featured? Tag us or use the...20 Things to Do This April in Northern Michigan
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 miss this month. Plus, visit MyNorthTickets.com for more spring events Up North! This is a MyNorth.com exclusive....Taste of Spring: Kohlrabi Slaw with Avocado Crema Recipe
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 article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our digital issue library....30 Northern Michigan Events to Check Out This March
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 Northern Michigan events you won’t want to miss this month. This is a web original article from the team at...Beachcomb for Lake Superior Agates
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.