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Unplugged and In the Moment: A Pure Adventure for Families at Pictured Rocks
Let’s be real—family vacations can be a lot. Between planning, packing, and keeping everyone happy, the whole thing can start to feel more stressful than fun. But what if there was a way to slow things down, connect for real, and share something purely unforgettable? At Paddling Michigan, we offer exactly that. Our guided kayak…
Read MoreTop Things to Do North of the Mackinac Bridge This Summer in Michigan
Top Things to Do North of the Mackinac Bridge This Summer in Michigan Nature, Adventure, and Unique Experiences in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Crossing the Mackinac Bridge is more than just a drive north. It is the route to an unforgettable summer. Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is full of bucket list stops, untouched nature, and epic outdoor…
Read MorePictured Rocks in Three Days, Choose Your Adventure!
There’s a place in Northern Michigan for every kind of adventurer and a vacation package to fit. Ever since you saw that first photo of Pictured Rocks, a colorful canvas of abstract art towering over the clear blue waters of Lake Superior, you’ve dreamed of taking a long weekend and traveling to the Upper Peninsula…
Read MoreBest Presents for Your Millennial Loved Ones
Wondering what to give the millennial in your life? Here’s a quick guide to what millennials are looking for under the tree and how to wrap it up.
Read MoreWhew, Buoy! How to Get Great Lakes Weather Info
When you plan a kayak trip to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with Paddling Michigan, weather may be on your mind. The weather along the Lake Superior shoreline can be beautiful, but it can change quickly, and you will want to be prepared. Luckily, the Great Lakes Observing System (GLOS) has an interesting, but little…
Read MoreYour Paddling Michigan Playlist
Congratulations! You’ve booked your kayak trip with Paddling Michigan, and you’re ready to see Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore from the best vantage point – Lake Superior. Now it’s time to pack and get ready for an amazing time with family and friends near Munising in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. But there’s one last thing to…
Read MoreHow to Make Summer Last
Be A Tourist In Your Own Town SiriusXM Radio extended summer. On Labor Day weekend, SiriusXM announced it would keep playing its popular summer station ‘Yacht Rock Radio’ for another month through the end of September. Yacht Rock Radio plays 24 hours, 7 days a week, laid-back, mostly ‘70s tunes, with a tongue-in-cheek…
Read MorePaddling Michigan Opens a World for Creativity
Are you an artist looking for an amazing adventure? Many don’t know it, but the government has created an artist-in-resident program for the Pictured Rocks National Shoreline. For those who haven’t discovered the unique treasure of this amazing area, you may not realize just how inspiring it is. Paddling Michigan kayak tours are a great…
Read MoreThe 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 MoreFour Former Guides on an Epic Adventure for a Great Cause
Four former Uncle Ducky’s guides and close friends Ryan Busch, Drew Etling, Karol Rajski, and Jared VanOordt set out on a voyage to kayak around the entirety of the Lake Superior shoreline, requiring true grit and dedication to their cause of raising awareness for preserving the Great Lakes. On May 21st, Four the Water set…
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