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10/26/2015

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

10/12/2015

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

09/22/2015

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!

09/04/2015

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

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...