Sanctuary of the Great Lakes

Unveiling Mysteries: The Loch Ness Monster’s Alleged Appearance in Michigan’s Rockport State Recreation Area

April 1, 2024

In the realm of cryptids and legendary creatures, few captivate the imagination quite like the Loch Ness Monster. For decades, enthusiasts and skeptics alike have speculated about the existence of this elusive being said to reside in Scotland's Loch Ness. However, the possibility of encountering such a creature outside its...

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Everyone Is Irish On St. Patrick’s Day!

March 14, 2024

On March 17th, everyone is Irish! This week we will celebrate the annual tradition of St. Patrick’s Day and our Irish heritage by wearing green, drinking green beer, and eating corned beef and cabbage. But where did this all come from? The traditional Irish St. Patrick’s Day feast consisted of...

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Sarah Carter, Alpena’s First Female Pioneer 

March 7, 2024

Mrs. Sarah Carter was a remarkable woman. As Alpena’s first woman settler, she was a true pioneer. She and her family trekked far from civilization into the vast, remote wilderness of northeast Michigan. Daniel & Sarah Carter Sarah and Daniel Carter, and their daughter Mary Lavina, became Alpena’s first permanent...

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Catch the Aurora Borealis Season in Alpena, Michigan

February 29, 2024

Here in the U.S. the best time to see the Aurora Borealis, a.k.a the Northern Lights, is during the cold season from September through April with September/March being the best months due to the equinox. Don’t miss out on this dazzling light show and get up here to Alpena this...

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Be Mine, Alpena: 5 Ideas to Make Your Valentine’s Day Special

February 14, 2024

For some of you, Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and happiness while eating a romantic dinner and bestowing special gifts upon your significant other. For others, it is just another day!   We are here to tell you that no matter if you are a lover or a...

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