Sanctuary of the Great Lakes

Alpena’s Bucket List: The New Year’s Resolution Edition

January 9, 2026

The new year is here, and it’s time to leave 2025 behind!  Whether you are a local or a tourist, a bucket list is a great way to explore your backyard and Michigan's treasures. As the official Sanctuary of the Great Lakes, Alpena is particularly full of treasures; you just...

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10 Tips to Find Your Winter Hygge Lifestyle in Alpena

January 7, 2026

Hygge – pronounced “hoo-ga”, is a Danish concept that cannot be translated into a single word but encompasses the overall cozy feeling of contentment and well-being by enjoying the simple things in life. This is especially popular during the winter months when everyone seeks warm, cozy contentment! A good cup...

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9 Lodging Escapes For an Alpena Winter-Wonderland Adventure

December 17, 2025

We know summer is awesome, but so is winter and winter often misses out on the credit it deserves. We are challenging you to come to Alpena and experience a TRUE Michigan winter.  Are you up for it? The snowfall and outdoor recreation opportunities are not over yet. Here is...

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3 More Life Lessons I’ve Learned While Chasing Sunrises

November 21, 2025

By Kingsli Kraft There’s always something to learn in almost every moment, and I think Mother Nature is one of our most poignant teachers. This is my second installment in my Life Lessons from Sunrises series. If you missed the first one, you can find it here: 3 Life Lessons...

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5 Spots for a Hallmark Movie Worthy Meet-Cute in Alpena this Holiday Season

November 14, 2025

By Kingsli Kraft We are quickly approaching the time of year when Alpena transforms into a charming, cozy little town fit to be the setting of a sweet and comforting Hallmark movie where everyone finds love and no problem is too big to be solved—usually with a cookie contest or...

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