Sanctuary of the Great Lakes

Let it Snow! 5 Fun Things to Do After a Snowstorm in Alpena

December 5, 2024

There are so many things to do after an Alpena snowstorm, like shovel…plow…snow blow…you know, the adult stuff. Set that aside for a couple of hours of care-free fun with these MUCH better ideas, from us to you!  Check out this awesome snowman! Construction and photo courtesy of Katelyn Carr...

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15 Things We Are Thankful For in Alpena, Sanctuary of the Great Lakes

November 27, 2024

With Thanksgiving approaching on Thursday, this is the perfect time to reflect on our lives over the past year and be grateful for what we have, what obstacles we have overcome, and for what the future may bring us.  This Thanksgiving we wanted to share everything we are grateful for...

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The Gales of November in Shipwreck Alley

November 21, 2024

November is Shipwreck Month and here in Alpena: Sanctuary of the Great Lakes, there is no shortage. Alpena is home to Thunder Bay, which is known as “shipwreck alley.” It is the resting spot for over 200 shipwrecks, many of them which sunk during the month of November. In fact,...

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Deer Season is Here! We Meet by Accident at Plowman’s Collision

November 14, 2024

Today is November 15th, and that means one thing here in Northern Michigan. No school and opening day of deer season! With the deer on the move from fellow hunters trying to bag a buck, deer-related accidents are bound to happen during this time more than ever.   If you have...

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Top Haunted Places and Urban Legends of Alpena

October 31, 2024

A bump in the night, a whisper in your ear. Is it your imagination? Perhaps it’s the wind. Or maybe, just maybe, it’s something else.  Hauntings, urban legends, and Native American folklore are cultural experiences that can be found all over the world. Alpena is no exception with a rich history...

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