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08/18/2015

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!

08/04/2015

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!

07/23/2015

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!

07/06/2015

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

06/18/2015

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

06/01/2015

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

05/15/2015

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!

05/03/2015

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

04/21/2015

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...

Welcome all Birders!

04/08/2015

The official Sunrise Coast Birding Trail will be dedicated on May 2, 2015 at three points: Oscoda, Alpena and Mackinaw City. The trail will feature new trail signs at official locations. The...