Destination Michigan

Our first stop takes the Destination Michigan crew to Boyne City to learn how a northern Michigan family crafts custom skis. Our next stop is just north of Traverse City on Power Island. Then we’ll voyage to Harbor Springs to document the rise and fall of the mighty Great Lakes steamships. Next, it’s a short trek to the Good Hart General Store. On our last stop, we head to the Les Cheneaux Islands

Make your destination our location as we start this episode with an excursion north of the Mackinac Bridge to experience the “Gem of the Huron” and make our way to Drummond Island. Then, we’ll celebrate the Michigan’s beautiful snowflake season in Naubinway and check out the hundreds of snowmobiles at the Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum.

We explore Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course in Allegan. Next, we’ll hop on the ferry for a stop on Sugar Island. Let’s stay in the UP to learn how the St. Mary’s River plays a vital role in the world economy. Next, tempt your taste buds in Boyne City with a trip to Cafe Santé. Finally, we'll finish at the Clarke Historical Library in Mt. Pleasant and discover the Aladdin Home Company.

On this episode of Destination Michigan, we explore the beauty and majesty of Beaver Island in Northern Lake Michigan. Stefanie Mills talks a walks in the midst of a sea of color at the Betsie River Centennial Lily Farm. Steve Smith introduces us to a pair of violin makers and spends some time at Mount Pleasant's Karma Kat Cafe. Finally, Matthew Ozanich enjoys a very "interesting" game of Euchre.

We pull back the curtain and take a peek inside Destination Michigan. Meet the folks behind the scenes as they share their favorite stories from over 10 seasons on the air. From meeting the most interesting people to viewing the most picturesque landscapes, we'll revisit some of your favorite spots across the Great Lakes State.

First, we explore the science behind fall foliage. Next, visit the orchards of Eastman’s Forgotten Ciders. If pumpkin picking is your favorite pastime, you'll love Beaverton's Wild Pumpkin. Meet a high school student in Shepherd whose agricultural skills keep stomachs full. Then, off to Au Gres for a ‘Dill-icious’ pickle snack. Finally, we’ll bend an elbow at Mt. Town Brewing Company.