Summer Visitor's Guide 2008
Art On The Rocks - Art show slated for July
July 7, 2008
The Lake Superior Art Association’s 50th annual Art on the Rocks show slated for July 26-27 promises to offer an eclectic array — from classic painting and ceramics to furniture and photography. » Full Story
Biking & Hiking - Limitless trails to explore
July 7, 2008
Some of the most popular and enjoyable summer activities in the Marquette area also happen to be free and often don’t require even one gallon of gasoline. » Full Story
Calendar of Events - Summer 2008
July 7, 2008
FRIDAY through SUNDAY, MAY 30-JUNE 1
Big Bay
Eleventh annual Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program at Bay Cliff Health Camp. » Full Story
Big Bay
Eleventh annual Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program at Bay Cliff Health Camp. » Full Story
Canoeing Iron County - Offers challenging rivers
July 7, 2008
Iron County has three rivers that provide different levels of challenge for canoeists of all levels. » Full Story
Celebrating The Bridge - Bridgefest is back!
July 7, 2008
As usual, food, fireworks and family fun are the goals of the 20th annual Bridgefest celebration. » Full Story
Children’s Museum Fun - A ‘hands-on’ experience
July 7, 2008
When a ‘museum’ comes up in conversation, it might conjure images of dark quiet rooms filled with glass and wooden cases with strict ‘no touch’ policies. » Full Story
Cliff’s Shaft Mining Museum - Remnants of history
July 7, 2008
Visitors at the Cliffs Shaft Mining Museum will find more than just an ordinary museum with old objects and historical explanations — they will see the remnants of a mine that employed the first peopl » Full Story
Delta County Fun - So many things to do
July 7, 2008
Amusement ParksFamily Fun Park — Located at 2929 3rd Ave. N., in Escanaba, west of the Delta Plaza. » Full Story
Fat Tires - Off-road bicycle races
July 7, 2008
The rubber will meet the trail and the dirt will be flying during the 15th Annual Fat Tire Festival on the trails around Copper Harbor. » Full Story
Going Fishing - Bay de Noc attracts anglers
July 7, 2008
Walleye fishing in the Bays de Noc attracts anglers from all over the countryBass, bluegill and perch are also plentiful in local waters. » Full Story
Harbor House Museum - A true time capsule
July 7, 2008
Built in the 1900s in a steamboat style of architecture, complete with two wrap-around porches and cement block construction, Harbour House Museum in Crystal Falls is truly a time capsule. » Full Story
Hog Wild Music Jam - Music from around the country
July 7, 2008
The 2008 U.P. Hog Wild Music Jam will feature several national music acts, a state barbecue competition, and a classic car show.U.P. » Full Story
Hot air balloons will fill the sky - Hot air balloons will fill the sky
July 7, 2008
Hot air balloons will once gain fill the skies of Delta County in June with the return of Balloons on the Bay and Pioneer Days.Dates for this year’s events are June 26-29 at the U.P. » Full Story
Iron County Parks - Enjoy endless fun in the sun
July 7, 2008
Iron County boasts a selection of many parks for summer recreationists with a choice of facilities operated by federal, state, and local agencies.Bewabic State Park is located on U.S. » Full Story
Iron Mountain Iron Mine - Journey into the earth
July 7, 2008
During the late 1800s author Jules Verne wrote “Journey to the Center of the Earth. » Full Story
Marquette Maritime Museum - Discovering Lake Superior
July 7, 2008
Lake Superior holds many stories and legends of heroic rescues and tragic shipwrecks that have made it famous for more than its size. » Full Story
MooseWood Nature Center - Adventures in nature
July 7, 2008
Summer can be the perfect time to get outdoors and appreciate the unusual collection of snakes, turtles, frogs and other critters that make their home in the Upper Peninsula. » Full Story
Music & Art - Copper Country has it all
July 7, 2008
Whether it’s at the base of a ski hill or along the lake shore, there are plenty of scenic venues for people to enjoy art and music festivals in the Copper Country. » Full Story
National Ski & Snowboard Hall Of Fame - Facility open year round
July 7, 2008
Ski season may be months away, but for residents and tourists who want to learn about the diverse history of the sport, the U.S. » Full Story
On Your Mark... Off-road races action packed
July 7, 2008
If racing excitement is what you’re looking for, Bark River’s off-road races are the place to be.
This season, races are planned the weekends of July 11-13 and Aug. » Full Story
This season, races are planned the weekends of July 11-13 and Aug. » Full Story
Pictured Rocks - A naturally beautiful place
July 7, 2008
It’s been nearly 350 years since the first documented visitor arrived at the spectacular remote beauty of the Pictured Rocks cliffs. » Full Story
Piers Gorge & Fumee Creek - Landmarks gain popularity
July 7, 2008
Fumee Creek and Piers Gorge are two Dickinson County landmarks that have become popular tourist attractions through the years. » Full Story
Rum Rebellion Days - Features parade & music
July 7, 2008
The second Rum Rebellion Heritage Days will be held July 17-20 in the Iron River area.The festival will feature a parade, music, wine tasting, and other activities. » Full Story
Shining Light - Lighthouses attract visitors
July 7, 2008
Delta County and nearby Schoolcraft County are home to several lighthouses that attract visitors from across the U.S. » Full Story
Walking Copper Country - Hiking & backpacking
July 7, 2008
There isn’t a whole lot of public land in the Copper Country where trails for back packing and hiking can be found, but there are enough to keep even the most diehard trekker happy. » Full Story
