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01/12/2019

The Tawas Bay area’s annual winter festival, Perchville USA, takes place from January 31st to February 3rd. Activities include a kick-off breakfast, “chilly” cook-off, polar Bear plunge, fishing competitions, parade, softball on ice, and much more! Thousands of spectators...

Open for Business: Tawaste Yoga Studio

01/12/2019

You’ve heard the word before but what does it really mean? Formed from a combination of two Sanskrit words that translate to ‘I bow to you,’ namaste is a meaningful greeting or salutation of respect that expresses acknowledgment from one soul to another. In other words, the...

Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail

12/10/2018

Winter may be one of the best times to enjoy the Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail. With seven wineries and three microbreweries (and no crowds!), you’re guaranteed to have a great time discovering the flavors of our region on Michigan’s friendliest wine trail. As you travel, take...

Hale Yes Winterfest

12/10/2018

The drive west to Hale for the township’s annual Winterfest is half the reason why you should go. With twenty miles on River Road, the National Scenic Byway that follows the Au Sable River, you’re guaranteed to catch sight of some breathtaking views of our pristine winter landscape....

Huron Snowmobile Trail

11/16/2018

Oscoda is the eastern gateway to Michigan’s snowmobile trail and at the Huron House, your location couldn’t be any better. If you’re an outdoor adventurer, thrill-seeker, or winter sports fanatic, Oscoda is the town for you this season. The Huron Snowmobile Trail connects to...

Ski the Corsair Trails

11/16/2018

On full moon nights, locals ski through the paths lined with snowcapped trees and when daylight is its brightest, adventurers stop to soak in the breathtaking view of the Au Sable River Valley. For Tawas and Oscoda, the Corsair Ski Trail System makes snow days extra special. Comprising 44.5...

Shop for Artisan Jewelry in Tawas

10/11/2018

There’s plenty to do in and around Oscoda, but taking a short road trip south to East Tawas and the Tawas Bay ensures you’ll never run out of activities and sightseeing locations. It’s also a prime spot for some serious retail therapy (commonly referred to as “shopping...

Bike Along the Shoreline of Lake Huron

10/11/2018

Few things can compare with a Sunrise Side bike excursion along the shoreline of Lake Huron. As one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the entire state, the Huron coast features marshes, cobble and sand beaches, low dunes, meadows, ferns, conifer forests, islands, and swamps providing...

Fall Foliage at Foote Pond Overlook

09/24/2018

Located at the mouth of the Au Sable River, Oscoda is known for its proximity to the huge Huron National Forest. Within its wild borders, visitors will find the River Road National Scenic Byway and all it has to offer: scenic vistas, endangered wildlife, and access to hiking and driving tours....

Get it Fresh: Oscoda’s Farm Market

09/11/2018

To truly get to know a place, you have to eat its food. So, it’s only natural that we suggest some fresh, locally-grown food and produce during your stay. There’s no better place than the Northeast Michigan Regional Farm Market held every Wednesday from 9AM to 2PM at Shoreline Park....