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- Thunderstorms, Hail and Gale Force Winds in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThe National Weather Service has issued several severe weather warnings for areas of Michigan's upper peninsula, including severe thunderstorms, hail and 60 mph winds for counties of Delta, Alger, Menominee, Dickinson, Marquette and Schoolcraft.
Post Office Closures Will Leave Mich. Upper Peninsula in the WildernessIn an attempt to reduce spending, the U.S. Postal Service announced it will be closing over 3,700 facilities, including the office in my Seney, Mich., home away from home.
Touring the Visual Brilliance of Michigan's Upper PeninsulaWhen the rigors of summer draw to a close, the relaxing ease of autumn quickly takes its place. Once the family trips and sunny stints by the sea have run their course, some may believe their yearly fun is all but over. What, then, can fill the void...- The Color Tour in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaDuring autumn every year, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan hosts hundreds of people who come to experience a feature, peculiar to this place: The unfolding of fall from summer.
Travel in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaI traveled to Michigan's Upper Peninsula for Labor Day Weekend 2010. I went with a couple of friends to Houghton, Michigan. We had a lot of fun, and met some really great local people. I'll include some links at the bottom of the article.- Help Protect Michigan's Upper Peninsula with Your VoteA look at the proposal to regulate uranium mining in Michigan that will appear on the general ballot in the November 2010 elections.
How to Make Upper Peninsula Cornish PastiesPasty is a meat and vegetable pie, encased in crust. Also spelled pastie and referred to as Cornish pasty, this portable meat pie hails from England's Cornwall region and is a cultural food icon of Michigan's upper peninsula. Here are pasty recipes.- How to Find a Job in the Upper Peninsula of MichiganIf you're having a hard time landing solid work in the U.P (Michigan), follow these tips to tailor your resume to the area and find a satisfying job. Where to look for a job in the U.P. and more.
Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThis is a personal account of a very beautiful travel opportunity in Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Paradise, Michigan (Upper Peninisula). Everyone should see it at least once in their life.
A Comprehensive List of Waterfalls Thought the Upper Peninsula of MichiganThis is part II of a comprehensive litany of 197 document-able waterfalls in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.- The Waterfalls of the Upper Peninsula of MichiganAs an inhabitant of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, as well as a photographer, I have been graciously blessed with a myriad of outdoor activities that me and my family have been privileged to enjoy all year round.
- Upper Peninsula Children's Museum of Marquette, MichiganThe Upper Peninsula Children's Museum is located on Baraga Avenue, right on the out-skirts of Marquette Michigan's Historic Downtown Business District.
- Michigan's Fall Color Tour Series OneThere are many other highways, roads, trails and two-tracks throughout the Upper Peninsula that offer spectacular color tours and scenic cruises, so get out and explore the wonder that is Michigan's UP.
Running Routes in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaHere are the best running routes in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Top 10 Must-See Places in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaWe've traveled extensively in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. As homeschoolers, this was part of our Michigan history research. This is our pared down, absolute top ten see things to see and do in the Upper Peninsula.
St. Ignace: Must-See Town in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaJust over the Mighty Mackinac Bridge, is the town of St. Ignace, Michigan. This charming village stretches out along the shoreline of Lake Huron. Follow me for an insider's view of this 17th century upper peninsula city.- Best Day Hikes in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaDiscover the best hiking trails for your next vacation in the Upper Peninsula!
Running Trails in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaMichigan's Upper Peninsula is rich in natural beauty. Here's a simple guide to a few running trails where you can experience a taste of that beauty, and work off the fudge you picked up on Macinac Island!
Upper Peninsula Deer HuntingFor the past 30 years I have had the pleasure of hunting in the mystical woods of the Upper Peninsula's west end. This year was no different in all my years of hunting.- Best Snowboarding on the PlanetSnowboarders who desire fresh snow every day should consider resorts near Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
- Deer Hunting in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaLife"s lesson's and traditions in the Upper Pennisula of a Michigan Deer Camp.
Public Access to Michigan's Upper Peninsula Forests ThreatenedChanges of ownership is threatening to end Michigan's access to an area rich in tradition for the state.
Lakenenland - A Free Scrap Iron Sculpture Park in Michigan, Upper PeninsulaLakenenland is one roadside attraction that doesn't exist for the sake of profit. Lakenenland is truly built out of an artist's love, his desire to give something to his fellow man, and maybe just a little bit of good old-fashioned Upper Michigan weirdness.
Fishing in the Upper Peninsula of MichiganOnce you visit the upper peninsula of Michigan you'll understand why so many who love fishing go back each and every year. Here you'll discover two of the best places to fish and relax.
Ski Packages in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThe Upper Peninsula of Michigan is a beautiful forested area, that offers fantastic skiing in the Midwest.
The Pasty and Trenary Toast: Two Great Foods from Michigan's Upper PeninsulaThe pasty is a meal in itself. Often known as a meat pie, it can be filled with meats or vegetables. The history of the pasty dates back over 800 years. Trenary Toast is made with a cinnamon/sugar topping and stays fresh for months.
Occupy the Upper Peninsula is BornOWS love child brings Occupy the U.P. into the world of the newest movement.
Byers Bash; In the Quiet of Michigan's Upper PeninsulaEvents of a weekend on Byers Lake in Michigan's UP.
Winter Travel Survival Tips when Driving U.P. Roads!How to be prepared and survive if the weather puts you in a bad situation. Keeping warm and staying alive are essential if you become stuck on a U.P. roadway.
Reasons to Visit St. Ignace, in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaMichigan's Upper Peninsula is a beautiful and serene place with tons of great tourist attractions.- Best Family Vacation Spot of the WeekThe "UP" of Michigan is the perfect place for an outdoor-themed family vacation. Between two of the Great Lakes and covered with old-growth forest, there are rides, hikes, fishing and more!
Sister Michael and the Prayer of the DamnedThe northern Michigan woods are the perfect place to encounter ghosts of the past and the present.- A Letter for JedediahA short story titled "A Letter for Jedediah," submitted for AC's Flash Fiction contest.
- Free Things to Do in Sault Sainte MarieA few free things t do that will keep your family entertained without denting your wallet.
- How to Get Rid of Biting Black FliesBiting black flies can be a big problem in certain areas and during specific months of the year. Get rid of these pesky blood-sucking insects using the following information.
A Guide to Da UPA Yooper's point of view on tourists- Traveling to the U.P.: From Cincinnati to the Upper PeninsulaFind the best way to get from Cincinnati to the Upper Peninsula
Strange Travels: Unicycle ToursImagine my surprise when I learned that unicyclists often participate in long-distance unicycle tours in locations as diverse as California, Norway, China, Austria, Laos, and even the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
