For People Who Love Up North
March 2008
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8 Courses Not to MissA list of eight golf courses, including description of the terrain, the challenges and the amenities available at each. Boyne Highlands, Treetops, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Arcadia Bluffs and Shanty Creek are included. Full article... |
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Artist Spotlight: Rachael DavisSoulful Michigan singer-strummer to release new album. Full article... |
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Art Watch: Pentwater's Gallery 150This small-town gallery serves up big-city style. Full article... |
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A Second Life for Your Unwanted FurnitureHere's a chance to donate that piece of furniture you really want to get rid of at the Women's Resource Center furniture drive in Traverse City this weekend. Full article... |
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Battle Plan to Halt Fish Killer’s AdvanceNational parks and Grand Portage tribe band together to prevent the spread of viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) to Lake Superior fish. Full article... |
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Bears Ready to RoamTo black bears, it's just a long winter's nap. To us, their months-long sleep is a physiological miracle. Full article... |
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Beat the Big MeltWhen it comes to fishing shanties, don't mess with thin ice. Full article... |
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Beware: Elk CrossingA 500-pound elk and a car at 70 mph? It isn't pretty. Full article... |
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Boutique Find: Harbor Springs Pearl SalonA Q&A with Elizabeth Blair, owner of Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls boutique in Harbor Springs. Full article... |
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Brave the Elements With StyleLook cool, be cozy with down-filled skirts. Full article... |
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Brownwood's Kream Mustard Wins Big at Napa ValleyBrownwood Farms Kream Mustard wins silver medal at Napa Valley World-Wide Mustard Competition Full article... |
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Calling All Beginning Geocachers!Never been geocaching? Check out this beginner's event in Harbor Springs. Full article... |
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Can These Seeds Be Saved?Description of how to test last year's seeds to see if they are worth planting in the spring. Full article... |
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Checking in: Brenda Archambo, Sturgeon GeneralThe chief of Black River's sturgeon patrol shares why she's excited about the river-run of the giant fish this year. Full article... |
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Concierge Out and About FavoritesFour Up North concierges serve up sure-bet suggestions for fun of all kind, plus lodging, in Petoskey, Traverse City, Cadillac and Frankfort. Full article... |
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Dance the Tango in Traverse CityLearn to tango in Traverse City. Full article... |
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Danny Forster's Cool, Green HouseDanny Forster, the host of Discovery Channel’s 2007 show, Build It Bigger, walks us through his first solo architectural project—an exciting, innovative, green home in Omena, on the shores of Lake Michigan. Full article... |
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Deer Vulnerable at Winter's EndBiologists warn dog owners: keep pets close to protect deer herds. Full article... |
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Denver to T.C. and Back Again—NonstopLeading Westerners to water. Full article... |
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Discover Fort MackinacA day on Mackinac Island includes a visit to Fort Mackinac, founded in 1780 and offering interactive history. Full article... |
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Eat Greek in CheboyganFind a Greek dinner oasis downtown. Full article... |
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Endangered Species Decision Could Affect MineConcern for the coaster brook trout could require more stringent standards at a proposed U.P. mine. Full article... |
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Free Camping? Here's How.This may be your recipe for a perfect summer vacation. Full article... |
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Getaway to Margaritaville on the MountainHit the peaks of Thompsonville this week for a Parrothead paradise with plenty o’ margs, snow and sun. Full article... |
Get Cookin’, Crawford County FellaGrayling announces the 8th annual Men Who Cook event. Full article... |
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Heywood's Newest Mystery NovelDon't miss this Up North page-turner. Full article... |
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Home SpaA list of ways to create a home spa. Full article... |
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Hot Property: Holy WowReal estate listing for a fabulously renovated former church built in 1925 in Marquette. Full article... |
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How To: Beautify Your BookshelvesFollow these simple steps for stylish, eye-catching bookshelves. Full article... |
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How To: Bird ResuscitationHow to treat a bird that has collided with a window. Full article... |
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How To: Naturally Paint Easter EggsUse goods from your kitchen to create pretty, naturally dyed Easter eggs. Full article... |
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In Search of Snow BirdsFind Arctic birds now in the eastern Upper Peninsula. Full article... |
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Iron Mountain's Authentic ItalianHead up to an Italian enclave in the U.P. where it still tastes like the Old Country. Full article... |
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It's a PlatinumHome to be featured in Northern Home & Cottage wins a prestigious green award. Full article... |
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Judge Reprieves Nation's Oldest Boy Scout CampThe nearly 5,000-acre Camp Owasippe remains protected, for now. Full article... |
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King PongDon Hayden opens a table tennis training center in Williamsburg. Full article... |
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Local Band on A Prairie Home CompanionPinky Lee, an acoustic band from Petoskey, was a finalist on A Prairie Home Companion's "People in Their Twenties Talent Show." Full article... |
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Mr. Smiley's Windmill Wars in Northern MichiganSteve Smiley has a plan for Northern Michigan towns, including Traverse City, to become energy self-sufficient for electricity and heating—with wind power. Full article... |
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My Petoskey WinterCinematographer Jeff Morgan spends a winter day exploring downtown Petoskey. Full article... |
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Now Hear This: Borderline Normal in Traverse CityJames Filkins, a Traverse City finger-style acoustic guitarist, crafts an earthy, thoughtful album. Full article... |
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Our Lighthouses Get Some LoveEight lighthouses throughout Michigan will share over $215,800 brought in by the Save Our Lights license plate program. Full article... |
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Recipes for RelaxationThree recipes for creating relaxing recipes, including massage oil, face masks and body scrub. Full article... |
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Refusing SpringAll too often, they wait too long, and their shanties sink to become boats that must be paddled home. Full article... |
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Renovating? Now It’s Easy to Be GreenThe U.S. Green Building Council wants to help make your next remodel green. Full article... |
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Rent This: Postmark ParadiseA review of Postmark Paradise, a sweet film about a Russian mail-order bride who comes to the Upper Peninsula. Full article... |
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Skunk ShampooRecipe for Skunk Shampoo. Full article... |
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Spend Easter Weekend on the Slopes!Spring skiing is going strong at resorts Up North. Full article... |
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Spring on TapCharlevoix's Currey Farms named Best Maple Syrup in State Full article... |
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T.C.'s State Theatre Exceeds ExpectationsState Theatre's first quarter report "nothing short of amazing." Full article... |
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The AwakeningPowwow regalia is more than just captivating. Each bit of thread, feather and fur reminds both dancer and audience that Native Americans are again free to express their religion, their traditions, their selves. Full article... |
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The Best Cherry Recipes AnnouncedA homey cherry dump pudding and an elegant chutney take top prizes at Friske Orchards. Full article... |
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The Making of a Russell Chatham LithographRenowned painter and writer, Russell Chatham, takes us on the journey to create a lithograph, from sketching in the Montana landscape to the intricacies of applying ink in the studio. Full article... |
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The Road From Hancock to NashvillePaul Smith, a singer-songwriter living in Hancock,Michigan, recently scored the gig of a lifetime: recording with legendary Nashville producer Cowboy Jack Clement. Full article... |
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Up North Air: Charter a FlightDescription of charter air services in Northern Michigan. Full article... |
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Up On the RoofSuper Green Idea: A rooftop greenhouse to grow plants and help heat your home. Full article... |
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Video: Ride a Dog Sled at Boyne HighlandsCruise with a team of Alaskan huskies from Nature's Kennels through the wintry Boyne Highlands woods. Full article... |
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Water Bill FracasSenate's water withdrawal bill alarms environmentalists. Full article... |
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Ways to the WaterA list of great ways to get on the water, from sailing on a tall ship to canoeing, fly-fishing to water park thrills. The list covers Manistee, Traverse City, Gaylord, Harbor Springs and Boyne Falls. Full article... |
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Winging it: Sandhill CraneLook for skyward for these large and beautiful harbingers of spring. Full article... |
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Your Day In: Traverse CityGreat tips for where to play, stay and eat in Traverse City. Full article... |
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Mushroom Mac & Cheese: Comfort Food with a Healthy KickCreamy mac & cheese gets a shot of Vitamin D and other nutrients just by adding mushrooms, preferably morels. Full article... ( Food & Wine Food & Wine Features News Traverse ) |
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Traverse City's Angeline Piotrowski Takes Us Behind the Scenes at the OscarsAngeline Piotrowski and her husband, Michael, attended the recent Academy Awards. The Traverse City couple own Kids Creek Productions, a film and video production company currently producing a feature film The Scrapper shooting in Grand Rapids, which Michael is also directing. Full article... ( Film News ) |
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Chateau Chantal Announces $1.1 Million ExpansionChateau Chantal, a Michigan winery near Traverse City, announces plans for a new rooftop patio as well as expansions to the cellar and tasting room, getting ready for upcoming seasons of Michigan wine tours. Full article... ( Food & Wine Food & Wine Features News Traverse City ) |
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Traverse City's Cherry Capital Airport is Ranked Fourth Largest Commercial Airport in MichiganThanks to "Buying and Flying from Nearby" Traverse City's Cherry Capital Airport moves up in the rankings of Michigan's airports. Full article... ( Vacation Getting Here Traverse City News Traverse Traverse City ) |
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Traverse City's New Roller Derby TeamWoman’s Dream Joins Forces as the New Traverse City Roller Derby Team Announces they are Here to Stay. Full article... ( Traverse City News Traverse City Attractions ) |
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Three Cross Country Skis to Take to the Northern Michigan BackcountryChoose one of these three backcountry cross country skis and take to the hills and woods for an off-track Northern Michigan adventure. Full article... ( News Outdoors Ski Traverse Traverse City Ski Ski ) |
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How to Knit a Dog Fur SweaterYes, you can knit things from your dog's fur if you select the right fur at the right time. Here's how. Full article... ( Traverse Magazine Features News Traverse ) |
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Video: Winter Trails Day Celebration on the VASA TrailWinter Trails Day is an annual celebration throughout Northern Michigan that makes it easy for people to get into the Northern Michigan woods in winter, including cross country ski and snowshoe rentals and lessons. Full article... ( Outdoors Attractions Ski Video News Traverse Outdoors Traverse City Ski Ski ) |
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A Northern Michigan Lake Lawn Wedding at The Inn at Bay HarborThis Northern Michigan wedding was tucked between the beautiful Victorian-styled Inn at Bay Harbor just outside Petoskey and the shores of Little Traverse Bay. Full article... ( Traverse Magazine News Weddings Traverse City ) |
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Shanty Creek Resorts in Bellaire Welcomes the White Pine StampedeThe 34th annual White Pine Stampede Cross-Country Ski Race presented by Shanty Creek Resorts will take place on February 6, 2010. Full article... ( Ski Bellaire News Bellaire Ski Bellaire Ski Ski ) |
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Video: Smelt Fishing Through the Ice, Part 1In Part 1, ice fisherman George Vanderhoff shares what equipment you need and how to get set up in order to ice fish for smelt on a Northern Michigan inland lake. Full article... ( Outdoors How To Fish Video News Traverse Video Outdoors Traverse City Fish ) |
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Ed Throckmorton, Owner of L'Esprit Antiques in Harbor Springs, Talks French Wine AntiquesEd Throckmorton, owner of L”Esprit Antiques in Harbor Springs, offers insight into the intricacies of specialty French wine devices. Full article... ( Northern Home & Cottage Northern Home & Cottage ) |
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One last look at fall. View from Pierce Stocking Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes. Photo by Darren King.
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Astronomy Days at Great Lakes Children's Museum in Traverse City
Nov 24, 2008 to Nov 25, 2008 01:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Astronomy Days at Great Lakes Children's Museum in Traverse City includes fun hands-on activities to help kids learn about our solar system and beyond. Museum Educator Anne Drake leads activities such as "Solar System in Your Pocket," during which children will create a model of our solar system and gain an understanding of relative distance. Other activities include creating clay planets to discover their relative sizes, making a glow-in-the-dark constellation to take home and a color perception activity.
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Sweet Apple Salsa
A decidedly not-spicy, fresh-fruit salsa that showcases the best of the North’s orchard bounty. Full recipe...
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