This year marks the 50th celebration of Earth Day. The first Earth Day came about on April 22, 1970. It created greater public awareness for our planet’s environmental protection. Many people were unaware as to how our human lifestyles were negatively impacting the planet. Earth Day became a symbol and a voice for the environmental […]
Discover new territory; from rolling fields of farmland to sunrises and dark skies, tall virgin pines, crashing Lake Huron waves and historic relics from our lumbering days, the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes region offers plenty of low-key, relaxed adventures. It is important during this time of physical distancing that we remain active to give […]
Families all around the world are putting up “a world of hearts” in their windows as a way to stay connected to one another and spread joy during the Covid-19 pandemic. Families and businesses all across Alpena are doing the same. We reached out on our Facebook page (Alpena: Sanctuary of the Great Lakes) and […]
Looking for a new adventure close to home? It’s the little things that matter the most during times like these. Take the kids out and explore your own backyard with this fun nature scavenger hunt! Find 3 different kinds of leaves Find 2 birds Find something purple Find something green and growing Name 2 things […]
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