Pictured Rocks
The Geology of Pictured Rocks
When you visit Munising and plan a Paddling Michigan adventure, you get up close and personal with the amazing rock formations that have formed along the shoreline. These geologic formations aren’t accessible by land – that’s one of the many reasons to consider a kayaking trip; you can enjoy the full experience and beauty of…
Read MorePlan Your Paddling Michigan Tour Around Concerts in the Park
Munising, Michigan’s summers are jam-packed with fun and activity. Don’t discount the joy of August in the Upper Peninsula during your vacation planning. The U.P. State Fair, the Moving Vietnam Memorial, and Pictured Rocks are all reasons to visit the UP, but don’t forget about music – especially here in Munising where the city hosts…
Read MoreAdventure Awaits for Family Beach Days
The town of Munising, MI always has a new way to bring people outdoors and into the beauty of the area. From Fourth of July festivities to “Every Kid in a Park” programs, you know there’s always something to do when you reach these beaches. Now, the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is hosting another exciting…
Read MoreKayaking is Good Exercise
A kayaking vacation with Paddling Michigan will provide you with beautiful views and good exercise, too. Most people can kayak without any special skill or training, so it’s a great activity for the entire family. Even just being outside is good for you. As watersport participation grows on The Great Lakes, kayaking offers a…
Read MoreFish of Lake Superior
Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake by surface area in the world, measuring 31,700 square miles. (That is roughly the same size as South Carolina or Austria!) All that fresh water creates a paradise for those who like to fish. Because of Lake Superior’s cool temperature, its nutrient and algae content remain very…
Read MoreBest Kayak for The Great Lakes
It’s summer in Michigan and everyone wants to enjoy time on the beautiful waters of The Great Lakes State. Michigan boasts 3,288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, 11,000 inland lakes, and 76,000 miles of rivers and streams. Swimming, fishing, and boating await the residents and visitors of Michigan. Kayaking and other paddle sports are…
Read MoreMake Memories After Graduation with Paddling Michigan
The doors of the school have closed and the graduation parties are over, but you still want some final summer fun before you all wander off for life’s different adventures. Make some memories by camping under the stars in Munising and planning a kayaking excursion with the friends you’ve made and held dear over the…
Read MorePictured Rocks Days 2018
Munising, MI and its Pictured Rocks attract visitors the world over, but there’s one weekend a year the area dedicates to locals – Pictured Rocks Days, also known as Yooper Days. People who live in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, known as “Yoopers,” can enjoy two days filled with activities and family events focused on them. This…
Read More5 Fun Things to Do in Munising
When you make your way to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, expect to slow down and enjoy the calm of nature. Just because it’s quiet, though, don’t expect to be bored. Though there are countless activities to keep you and your family busy in the U.P., don’t leave Munising before you tackle of a few of these fun things to do.
Read MoreEvery Kid in a Park Program for Your Family
There’s a new government program that is offering access to federal lands and waters to children for free. Fourth graders and their guests can get cards or vouchers by participating in the Every Kid in a Park federal program.
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