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Calling all Canoe Racers!

The Canoe/Kayak racing season is almost here! The season kicks off with the 21^st annual Klondike Canoe Race on Saturday, April 2 in Oscoda. The race starts at the mouth of Van Ettan Creek where it meets the AuSable...

Eagle Run Trail Groomed for Fat Bikes

What are fat bikes? Bikes with oversized tires designed to travel over all kinds of terrain such as mud, sandy beaches, bogs and snow. A fat bike is not about speed, but rather allows you to enjoy the outdoors at a slower pace. Over the years, they have grown in popularity with some...

A Good Night Sleep at the Huron House

In a few weeks, the Huron House Bed & Breakfast will have all new mattresses from Lady Americana based in Grand Rapids, MI. For over 30 years, Lady Americana has manufactured premium mattresses to provide a comfortable sleep.

Locally Crafted Signature Coffee Blend Coming Soon

From kitchen tables to board rooms, from coffee shops to bed and breakfasts, people gather over coffee to exchange thoughts, ideas, and memories. The Huron House Bed & Breakfast knows how important it is to offer quality coffee and has partnered with...

Luxurious Hotel Saugatuck Opening Memorial Day Weekend

Huron House owner, Al Heminger, has acquired a new boutique hotel in Saugatuck, Michigan overlooking the Kalamazoo Lake. The Hotel Saugatuck, (formerly known as the Twin Gables Inn) will have the same luxurious amenities guests have fallen in love with at the Huron House Bed &...

Wintertime Fun in Oscoda

A prime location for cross-country skiers, you’ll find a variety of trails that will appeal to all skill levels. The Highbanks Trails is a linear trail along the scenic AuSable River bluff. Skiers and snowshoers travel along the same trails used by the loggers, in the day, to...

Quaint Little Coffee Shop in Oscoda, MI

The Garden View Coffee Mill is a delightful small cottage converted into a coffee shop. Located just a block from Lake Huron, this cute little shop offers great coffee, baked goods and an array of soups, sandwiches and salads. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. They also carry a line of...

Huron House B&B has the Cure for Cabin Fever!

Don’t let the winter blues get you down. When you start talking to your plants and they are talking back, it is time for a getaway because you have Cabin Fever. After talking to plants, comes alphabetizing your pantry. You don’t want to be doing that this winter.

Here at the...

Yummy Pizza at The Brick Oven in Oscoda

The name says it all. If you are a pizza lover, you’ll definitely want to make a trip to The Brick Oven. Newly opened this past summer, the reviews are all about the amazing pizza, especially the BBQ Duck pizza. Made fresh daily in a wood fired oven, you are overwhelmed from the wonderful...

Self-guided Birding at Clark's Marsh

A beautiful Wildlife Preserve, Clark’s Marsh, is a vast wetland consisting of woodland ponds and old-growth forest. Numerous unpaved and flat grassy trails offer the perfect place to view a...

Fishing for Steelheads and Big Browns

Fall begins the chase for Chinook Salmon, Steelheads and Big Browns in the many rivers near Oscoda. Early October begins the fall steelhead on the Manistee River. The peak month for fall steelhead and trophy browns is November on the Au Sable River.

The best way to the find the perfect...

Autumn Spectacle Along the River Road National Scenic Byway

From Oscoda to Hale, the Great River Road travels along the beautiful AuSable River past unspoiled wilderness, abundant wildlife and recreation areas. Long ago, Native Americans used this waterway for transporting timber and travel. Michigan’s awesome autumn spectacle will be bursting with...

Find a Petoskey Stone for Your Special Someone!

The “state stone” of Michigan is the Petoskey Stone that was officially designated in 1965. It is not actually a stone but fossilized coral from prehistoric times. Over 350 million years ago, a shallow sea and coral colonies covered Michigan. A series of glaciers scraped and...

The New Extreme in Water Sports

Are you the adventurous type? Do you have a passion for water sports?

Then you’ll want to tryout the coolest water jet pack ever. The Flyboard is a personal water craft accessory. Using water jet propulsion technology, a person can be...

Michigan Blueberries are the Best!

Did you know that the number one state for highbush blueberry production is Michigan? Growers produce over 100 million pounds of blueberries every year. Most growers are located in southwest Michigan cultivating over 20 blueberry varieties; however, a few varieties will grow in the northern...

Calling all Bike Enthusiasts & Blues Fans!

This August come bike and boogie in Tawas! The famous Blues-by-the-Bay annual festival will be held August 28-30, 2015 at the Harbor Park in East Tawas. If you are blues fans, then you don’t want to miss this opportunity to hear some great blues music. Nine bands will play...

Art & Wine - It Doesn't Get Any Better!

The quaint haven of Tawas and East Tawas will host the annual Waterfront Fine Art Festival and the Tawas Uncork’d & Untap’d Wine Festival this August.

A juried art show, the Waterfront Fine Art Festival celebrates its 55^th year. Hosted by...

July Offers two Special Events

For the wine and beer enthusiasts, you’ll want to attend the annual Sunrise Side Wine & Food Festival held the third Saturday in July in Harrisville. Located approximately 17 miles north of Oscoda, the festival features fine wines from Michigan wineries, Michigan...

Art on the Beach 2015

A favorite for over 30 years, the Annual Art on the Beach is always held the last full weekend in June in downtown Oscoda. Artisans display their wares along the shores of Lake Huron in the shaded grassy area of the Oscoda Beach Park. The Park is handicapped accessible and offers ample paved...

Viewing Wildlife from the River

As spring wanes into summer, it is a great time to view the wildlife in the surrounding Huron National Forest. A paddle trip down the Au Sable River is peaceful and provides spectacular views of the forest and plenty of wildlife…eagles, blue herons, geese, swans, ducks, beaver, deer...

Fishing for Walleye from the Oscoda Observation Pier!

The fishing and observation pier in Oscoda enables visitors of all levels of physical ability to enjoy the beach and scenic views. Oscoda is known for fishing walleye that can be as large as 30 inches and weighing up to 12 pounds. Take advantage of the free fishing weekend on June 13...

Shipwreck Alley is a Must See

Just to the north of Oscoda is Thunder Bay located near a stretch of water that is considered one of the most treacherous in the Great Lakes. Because it is prone to thick fog banks, unpredictable weather, rocky shoals, and strong sudden gales, it has claimed over 200 vessels. Known as...

Pure Maple Sugar - Irresistibly Delicious!

Michigan has a rich history of maple syrup that dates back to Native Americans. It is one of nature’s wonders. Collecting maple sap, used to produce the syrup, can only be done a few weeks in Spring or Fall. The best time to tap the maple trees for sap is when there are periods of freezing...

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

The Shoreline Players Community Theatre will present a series of interactive murder mystery performances at the Camp Inn Lodge just steps away from the Huron House Bed and Breakfast. The Shoreline Players is a non-profit organization that works to showcase local talent through the murder...

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