Spring is Here, Watch for Cyclists!

2025-11-04T18:30:02+00:00April 26, 2025|Activities, Festivals & Events|

Spring is here and you know what that means? Baby animals, sunnier days, and cyclists! Many motorists on the road are unaware of the laws regarding cyclists and bike lanes. So, with the help of Tommy Dowd from Harborside Cycle & Sport, we’ve compiled a list of important laws and safety precautions for motorists and […]

Catch the Aurora Borealis Season in Alpena, Michigan

2025-11-04T18:43:48+00:00March 29, 2025|Outdoor Activities|

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 […]

The Beginners Guide to a NEST Trail Snowmobile Adventure

2025-11-03T20:07:45+00:00February 21, 2025|Outdoor Activities|

Snowmobiling the North Eastern State Trail As we begin the start of a new year, mother nature has brought us a fresh dusting of powder in which to enjoy the outdoors of northeast Michigan. With the ground now covered, it’s time to pull out the sleds and get a first-hand look at the backcountry. One […]

Alpena Area Fresh Takes Video Contest

2025-11-04T16:11:02+00:00January 30, 2025|Local News|

Submit your Alpena area adventure footage and enter to win some cash! Open call for entries to the Annual Fresh Takes™ Video Contest, sponsored by the Alpena Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.     Put your Alpena area adventure video footage from 2023 together and submit a short video showcasing the beautiful destination of Alpena […]

Why Re-Tails Boutique is the Purr-Fect Holiday Shopping Spot!

2025-11-06T15:29:51+00:00December 10, 2024|Festivals & Events, Local News|

Re-Tails Boutique is the cat’s meow when it comes to all things home decor and pet-related. If you have an animal lover, a person who has everything, or a DIY’er on your shopping list, here is why Re-Tails Boutique is a holiday must! Re-Tails Boutique is a quirky, upscale resale shop and boutique based inside […]

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

2025-11-04T16:18:28+00:00December 5, 2024|Activities, Festivals & Events, Inspiring Alpena, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

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!  Do you wanna build a snowman? Yes, yes you do! Stick with the traditional approach for classic […]

15 Things We Are Thankful For in Alpena

2025-11-04T16:29:06+00:00November 27, 2024|Activities, Festivals & Events, Local News, Outdoor Activities|

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 that Alpena has to offer […]

7 Ideas for a Rainy Day in Alpena

2025-11-04T18:27:02+00:00August 16, 2024|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 […]

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