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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 […]
Astrotourism is a growing trend, and with three state dark sky parks nearby, the Alpena area is an ideal destination for enjoying the cosmos. Rockport State Recreation Area, Thompson’s Harbor State Park, and Negwegon State Park all have sufficiently low enough levels of light pollution to be designated as dark sky parks – offering exceptional […]
Have you heard the news? The Alpena area is now home to not one, not two, but THREE designated dark sky preserves! Rockport State Recreation Area, Negwegon State Park, and Thompson’s Harbor State Park have officially been given dark sky designation as of February 16, 2016…and we could not be more proud to be home […]
With Valentine’s Day upon us, it is time to start thinking about what to do with your special someone. Rekindle the flame with your sweetie at one or more of these Alpena hot spots this weekend! Romantic Rockport State Recreation Area– Put on your snowshoes and pack a picnic. Snowshoe through Rockport’s snowy trails […]
Spring is a wonderful time to explore Michigan's lower northeastern [...]
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 March! Where to see the […]
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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 cynic of this annual holiday […]
Your Northeast Michigan Base Camp Centrally located to [...]
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! To live hygge, think chunky knit sweaters, […]
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