This week brings the 6th Annual Thunder Bay International Film Festival to Alpena, with over 40 Oceanic and Great Lakes films created by filmmakers from all over the world. One special film that will be featured is “The Big Five Dive“. This 28-minute adventure documentary, created by Alpena native Elizabeth Kaiser, follows a group of women […]
Whether it’s Christmas tree shopping for that perfect beautiful Blue Spruce or Douglas Fir, baking cookies in the kitchen all night, or singing Christmas carols around the neighborhood- just about everybody has a holiday family tradition or two! In light of the spirit of Christmas just a few days away, we have collected stories of […]
In less than a month it will be Christmas break for the kiddos. Which can only mean three things: lazy mornings lounging in pj’s til afternoon, cartoons for days, and the inevitable phrase every parent hears at least once or more during school break “I’m bored”. Cue the Alpena Adventure Checklist and cure the boredom […]
‘Tis the season! It’s that time of year when many are out and about, searching for the perfect gift to give friends and family members as a token of love and appreciation. Did you know that by shopping local, you also show the same love and support to the community that you live in? Also, […]
It is arguably one of the most beautiful times of the year to take a walk or a ride through nature trails in the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes. A Day in the Woods. The air is as crisp as the leaves, and the foliage around you leaves a distinct earthy smell to your senses. […]
Slow down and become one with nature this fall in the Sanctuary of the Great Lakes; relax, rejuvenate, and restore. Within moments you can be out on a trail, from groomed woodland trails to gentle paved trails in the city. Wander through crisp, fall-colored leaves, bask in the beautiful waterside views, and discover our rich history. […]
Just north of the city proper is a terrestrial landscape that wakens the explorer’s spirit. Indeed, the traveler, regardless of his interests and no matter his origin, will find an amazing adventure filled with beauty. Majestic and mysterious, Rockport State Recreation Area holds all the spirit longs for. Flowing waters, majestic skies, abundant creatures of […]
The Sanctuary of the Great Lakes is home to many interesting, adventurous souls. You’ve recently met Leo the Hiking Cat and his human companion Josh Stephan. Now, we’d like to introduce you to the most adventurous Siberian Huskies you’ll ever know! Jessica and Jamie Hatch are an Alpena couple that have turned their admiration for […]
Millennial (mil-len-nial)- noun a person reaching young adulthood in the early 21st century (if you were born between 1982-2004) Wanderlust (wan-der-lust)- noun a strong desire to travel We read about it every day. What Millennials are doing, what they are not doing, what they are spending money on, and what they are not spending money on. Since […]
Where else can you get a photo-op with the dinosaurs, swim with over 100-year-old shipwrecks, and capture the most breathtaking sunrises and sunsets?! Alpena is the place to be for capturing the best sharable photos. Covered Wooden Bridge & Water Tower Located at Duck Park (corner of Chisholm St./US-23 & Johnson St./Long Rapids Rd.) Constructed […]
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