Recent Omena Region Articles
Soulful Bison Gumbo & Buttermilk Biscuits to Share with Friends
The culinary team at Gilchrist Farm shares a cold-weather recipe worthy of a celebration—a dish to make together, to savor. This article first...
20 Things to Do This November in Northern Michigan
Hello, November! We've rounded up the local events you should know about this month. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print...
8 Favorite Instagram Photos From September Up North
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...
20+ Eclectic Summer Events Happening This Month
Spend the last full month of summer indulging in Cornish pasties, dancing the polka, listening to live music, and exploring more Northern Michigan...
10 Instagram Photos That Feel Like Summer Up North
These 10 photos shared with us over the past month give us that sweet summer feeling! Want to be featured? Tag us on Instagram or use the hashtag...
10 Outdoor Dining Favorites on the Leelanau Peninsula
Is there anything better than a table in the sunshine and a lake breeze? Check out some of our favorite restaurants with outdoor dining in Leelanau...
Summer Day Trips: 10 Charming Small Towns on the Leelanau Peninsula
The eclectic towns of the Leelanau Peninsula are alive with shopping, restaurants, outdoor concerts and more—perfect for summer day trips. This...
Start Your Summer with 20 Northern Michigan Events
As summer returns in Northern Michigan, our weekends and evenings are filled with barbecues, bonfires and any excuse to enjoy a few brews in the...
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Summer Camps for Kids
These Northern Michigan summer camps embrace a love of the outdoors and the arts.
Endless Summer Family Fun
There are endless opportunities for outdoor fun, so we’ve created this list of 10 healthy and affordable Northern Michigan summer activities to keep your family moving.Â
Best Beaches For Kids
We asked our readers to share their favorite spots to take young children to cool off (bonus points for places with playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic tables). These are their picks for best Northern Michigan beaches for kids.
Fun Things To Do With Kids in Traverse City (even on rainy days!)
From exploring the Children's Museum to family-friendly wineries, Traverse City offers endless options for kids and families!
Best Biking For Kids
Sometimes difficult terrain or cars zipping by can make riding too difficult for kids. Read on for our picks of the best Northern Michigan bike trails for kids.
Make It a Day on Mackinac Island
Forts, fudge, biking the island and horse-drawn carriage rides. It's kid heaven...and parents love it, too!