Alpena Fall Scavenger Hunt

2026-10-15T14:35:52+00:00October 15, 2026|Activities, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

Halloween may be over with, but the fall fun doesn’t have to be! If you’re looking for something fun and out of the ordinary to do on Sunday Fun-days with friends and family, why not try out our fall scavenger hunt? The rules are simple: the first one to check off all of the items […]

Leaves Are Falling, Autumn is Calling at Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond

2026-10-05T14:23:23+00:00October 5, 2026|Activities, Outdoor Activities|

Whether you’re looking for the perfect relaxing autumn vacation or the perfect fall venue for your upcoming wedding, Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond has all of the above to make your perfect fall getaway! For the fall season vacationer, look into one or more of these properties: The Cottage on Pine Lane Located on the […]

Preparing for the Perseids: Alpena’s Dark Skies

2026-08-12T14:34:30+00:00August 12, 2026|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

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 […]

7 Ideas for a Rainy Day in Alpena

2026-06-25T14:58:09+00:00June 25, 2026|Activities, Festivals & Events, Food & Drink, Inspiring Alpena, Local News|

The arrival of spring and summer brings us warmer weather, greener foliage, and bluer skies. We often credit rainy days for spoiling our plans with somber days inside. Kick those rainy day habits to the side and let mother nature take a day to rest and grow while you follow these 7 ideas to make […]

10 Things to Do During an Alpena Winter

2026-01-30T15:36:22+00:00January 30, 2026|Activities, Local News|

The hustle and bustle of the holidays have long been over. This is the time when the full effects of an Alpena winter are washing over us, bringing us feelings of cabin fever, seasonal depression, and an anxiousness for spring. Don’t fall into the doldrums of winter, follow this guide to kick those feelings to the curb! Here […]

9 Lodging Escapes For an Alpena Winter-Wonderland Adventure

2025-12-17T17:17:17+00:00December 17, 2025|Activities, Local News, Lodging|

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 a list of ideas to […]

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