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Wander Through the Waterfront Arts Festival

07/06/2016

Get outside along the shores of Lake Huron to view unique art made by the Tawas Bay artists before summer says its goodbye. From epic landscape photography to acrylic equestrian paintings and handmade baskets, the Tawas Bay Waterfront Fine Arts Festival is host to a variety of art mediums sure...

The River Road – National Scenic Byway

06/23/2016

Those that have a connection to nature or just want to get outside with the family in the summer months will want to experience the nearby Huron National Forest which includes unique landscapes and features, such as one of the National Scenic Byways. The River Road National Scenic Byway, a pre-...

Charity Island Lighthouse Dinner and Wine

06/03/2016

Couples searching for an intimate dinner together—that also includes a historical experience as well as scenic Great Lakes views—should head to Tawas City, found about 25 minutes south of Oscoda. The “1857 Island Lighthouse Dining & Wine Tasting Cruise” to Charity...

Learn the History of the AuSable & Oscoda Region

05/24/2016

Oscoda is located on the eastern shore where the beautiful AuSable River flows into Lake Huron. This land has a rich of history. The AuSable-Oscoda Historical Museum [www.ausableoscodahistoricalsociety.org] offers a variety of exhibits depicting Indian artifacts, ship wrecks, logging, the Paul...

With Friends on the Fairway

05/13/2016

For those who not only crave the challenge of varied landscapes but also appreciate a golf outing amid lush forests, the Oscoda region has several public and semi-private courses to choose from.

Red Hawk Golf Club is located in...

Bird watching in the Springtime

04/16/2016

With the arrival of spring, it is a great time to get outdoors and view Mother Nature, especially her birds. The area offers a variety of opportunities. The annual Tawas Birding Festival will be held May 19-22, 2016 at the Tawas Bay Beach Resort & Tawas Point. This is considered the biggest...

National Eggs Benedict Day

04/05/2016

Did you know that April 16 is National Eggs Benedict Day? The Huron House Bed & Breakfast is known for its delicious breakfasts and has quite the reputation for its Eggs Benedict served every Sunday. In fact, on April 16th, one of the innkeepers is scheduled to be on ABC-TV 12...

Calling all Canoe Racers!

03/25/2016

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...

Eagle Run Trail Groomed for Fat Bikes

03/15/2016

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

02/26/2016

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.