Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Haunted Adventures for Thrill Seekers in Michigan | Adventures in Northern Michigan

1 3

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · 9d

Haunted Up North is here! From ghost walks on Mackinac Island to haunted hayrides in Marquette, our guide covers spooky thrills across Northern Michigan & the U.P. adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/haunted-adve... #HauntedMichigan #UPGhosts #NorthernMichigan #Halloween2025 #GhostTours #SpookySeason

Explore haunted trails, ghost tours, and spooky attractions across Michigan’s northern regions — your guide to thrills up north this fall.

2 2

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · 11d

Do you prefer paddling across a quiet lake 🚣 or hitting the greens with friends ⛳?
What’s your perfect Northern Michigan weekend activity?
#UpNorthLiving #PureMichigan #NorthernMichigan

How Land Conservancies and TrustsProtect Our Natural Legacy | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · 13d

🌲🏞️ Northern Michigan’s beauty deserves protection! Learn how land trusts & conservancies preserve forests, farms & shorelines—and how you can help. 🌊💚
Read more 👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/how-land-con...
#NorthernMichigan #Conservation #LandTrust #ProtectTheLand #Trails #GreatLakes

Discover how Northern Michigan’s land conservancies and trusts protect forests, farms, and shorelines—and how landowners can get involved.

1 4

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · 17d

🚣⛳ Weekend adventure pick?
#NorthernMichigan #PureMichigan #UpNorthAdventures

Fall Color Tour on Harbor Princess: A Scenic Journey | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · 22d

🍂Set sail into fall! Hop aboard the Harbor Princess for a stunning Fall Color Tour on Lake Charlevoix & Round Lake. The best views of autumn? From the water! 🍁
adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/little-trave...
#NorthernMichigan #Charlevoix #FallColors #HarborPrincess #LakeCharlevoix #FallAdventures

Experience the stunning Fall Color Tour on Harbor Princess. Enjoy beautiful views and a relaxing ride across Little Traverse Bay.

Place of Peacefulness: Nature and Tranquility Await | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Sep 18

New Trail Alert!
Enji-minozhiiyaamigak (The Place of Peacefulness) is now open in Bay Harbor! A universally accessible trail leads to stunning Little Traverse Bay views—and it’s open to ALL.
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/enji-minozhi...
#NorthernMichigan #AccessibleTrails #LakeMichiganViews

Explore Enji-minozhiiyaamigak (The Place of Peacefulness), a new universally accessible trail with stunning views in Bay Harbor.

GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo: A Family Adventure - Dyer Lake Vacation Home

2 2

Reposted by Adventures in Northern Michigan

Dyer Lake Vacation Home @dyerlakevacationhome.com · Sep 10

🦋🌿 Make your Traverse City vacation unforgettable! GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo is full of butterflies, glowing scorpions, and kid-friendly fun. 🍦🐛
👉 dyerlakevacationhome.com/family-fun-a...
#TraverseCityFamilyActivities #GTButterflyHouse #NorthernMichiganFun #FamilyVacation #KidsActivities

Family fun near Traverse City! Discover the GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo — butterflies, bugs, and hands-on learning for kids.

dyerlakevacationhome.com

3 3

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Sep 9

International Fireworks Competition lit up the skies this weekend! Friday featured Poland, Serbia & USA (Fan Favorite), Saturday brought Canada, China & Portugal (Fan Favorite), and Poland took home the Judges’ Choice!
#TraverseCity #InternationalFireworks #EpicFireworks
youtu.be/PjT-us3aOms

International Fireworks Competition - Traverse City, Michigan

YouTube video by Up North Entertainment Group

youtu.be

Weekend Escape to Drummond Island Resort | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Sep 9

⛴️🏌️‍♂️🌲 We spent the weekend exploring Drummond Island—golfing, off-roading, hunting puddingstones & soaking up “island life.” Would we go back? Absolutely. Read about our adventure here 👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/weekend-esca...
#DrummondIsland #PureMichigan #GolfUpNorth #AdventuresInMichigan

Discover Drummond Island Resort: golf, fossil ledges, ORV trails, and Lake Huron beauty. Our weekend exploring “island life” in Michigan

International Fireworks September 6, 2025

Reposted by Adventures in Northern Michigan

Up North Entertainment Group @upnorthentertainment.com · Sep 8

✨ Saturday night was just as spectacular at the Traverse City International Fireworks Competition! 🎆 Canada, China, and Portugal lit up the skies with unforgettable displays. Turn up the sound and enjoy! #TraverseCity #NorthernMichigan #PureMichigan #Canada #China #Portugal
youtu.be/m0gwNAg64AY

YouTube video by Up North Entertainment Group

youtu.be

2025-09-05 International Fireworks

Reposted by Adventures in Northern Michigan

Up North Entertainment Group @upnorthentertainment.com · Sep 7

🎆 Friday night highlights from the Traverse City International Fireworks Competition! A quick mash-up of Poland, Serbia & USA’s dazzling shows.✨
#TraverseCity #FireworksCompetition #InternationalFireworks #NorthernMichigan #TCMI #FireworksShow #Poland #Serbia #USA #UpNorth
youtu.be/Gg7wr2jzNNU

YouTube video by Up North Entertainment Group

youtu.be

2 4

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Sep 1

Looking for fun this Labor Day weekend? Northern Michigan has it all—beaches, trails, wineries, and family fun. Celebrate the holiday by making memories!
#LaborDayWeekend #ExploreUpNorth #PureMichigan #FamilyFun

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Aug 31

🦋🐝 Hidden gem in Northern Michigan! The GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo offers dazzling butterflies, glowing scorpions & rare axolotls. 🌿
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/exploring-th...
#ButterflyHouse #BugZoo #FamilyAdventure #TraverseCity

GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo: Explore Nature Up Close | Adventures in Northern Michigan

The GT Butterfly House & Bug Zoo in Williamsburg lets you walk among butterflies, see glowing scorpions, and explore fascinating insects.

September Events Near Traverse City You Can't Miss - Dyer Lake Vacation Home

2 2

Reposted by Adventures in Northern Michigan

Dyer Lake Vacation Home @dyerlakevacationhome.com · Aug 27

🍁 September in Traverse City = crisp mornings, golden afternoons & one-of-a-kind events! 🎨🚴‍♂️🎆 From Ironman to wine runs—don’t miss it!
👉 dyerlakevacationhome.com/september-in...
#TraverseCity #PureMichigan #SeptemberVibes #NorthernMichigan #WineRun #ArtFair #Ironman #FamilyFun #FallEscape 🍂🍷

This September, enjoy the best events near Traverse City; explore festivals, markets, and more as summer transitions to autumn.

dyerlakevacationhome.com

3 6

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Aug 22

Hidden ruins, ghost stories & jaw-dropping U.P. views?
Discover the Lime Kilns of Manistique—your next unforgettable day trip!
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/lime-kilns-a...
#UpperPeninsula #PureMichigan #HiddenGems #RoadTripAdventure #Manistique #ExploreMI #AdventuresInNorthernMichigan

Lime Kilns: Stories of Industry and Ghosts | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Explore the history of Lime Kilns in Manistique, where industrial ambition met craftsmanship in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Seney National Wildlife Refuge | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Aug 13

🌲🐦 Explore Michigan's wild side at Seney National Wildlife Refuge! Paddle, hike, birdwatch, or just soak in the silence. #PureMichigan #Birding #UpperPeninsula #SeneyRefuge #WildlifeWonderland 🌿🚣‍♀️🦢
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/seney-nation...

Explore Seney National Wildlife Refuge—95,000 acres of wilderness, wildlife, and wonder in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Day Tripping to Arcadia Dunes - Dyer Lake Vacation Home

Reposted by Adventures in Northern Michigan

Dyer Lake Vacation Home @dyerlakevacationhome.com · Aug 10

Just an hour south of Traverse City, Arcadia Dunes offers views, trails, and birding! Make it a day with a stop in Manistee for golf, beaches, or see the world's largest shoe.
#NorthernMichigan #ArcadiaDunes #Manistee #DyerLakeAdventures #AccessibleTrails
👉 dyerlakevacationhome.com/day-tripping...

A scenic one-hour drive from Dyer Lake leads to Arcadia Dunes’ trails, views, birding, and nearby Manistee’s golf, shopping, and history.

dyerlakevacationhome.com

3 5

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Aug 4

🌲 Take a hike—literally! Seney National Wildlife Refuge offers 12+ miles of scenic trails through forests, wetlands & wildlife wonders.
Plan your next adventure 👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/explore-the-...
#SeneyRefuge #PureMichigan #GetOutside #UpperPeninsula #NatureLovers #HikingAdventures

Explore the Hiking Trails at Seney National Wildlife Refuge | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Explore over a dozen scenic trails at Seney National Wildlife Refuge—perfect for hiking, skiing, birdwatching, and family-friendly fun.

Manistique Lakes Area Memories | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Jul 27

A return to Manistique Lakes area nearly 30 years later shows that while time passes, the timeless beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula never fades. #UpperPeninsula #PureMichigan #FamilyVacation #ManistiqueLakes #TravelBackInTime
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/manistique-l...

2 4

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Jul 26

🔄✨ Then & Now: From a family vacation in 1998 to a return visit in 2025, the Manistique Lakes area keeps the memories alive. 🎣🏞️ #UpperPeninsula #PureMichigan #FamilyVacation #ManistiqueLakes #TravelBackInTime
👉 adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/manistique-l...

A return to Manistique Lakes area nearly 30 years later shows that while time passes, the timeless beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula never fades.

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Jul 19

Scenic, serene, and seriously stunning! We turned our kayak adventure through Seney National Wildlife Refuge into a slideshow — and every photo tells a story.
adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/seney-nation...
#SeneyRefuge #KayakMichigan #UpperPeninsulaAdventures #BigCedarCampground #NorthernMichigan

Seney National Wildlife Refuge: Kayaking Through Wilderness | Adventures in Northern Michigan

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Jul 17

One of our AINM fam paddled 10 miles through Seney National Wildlife Refuge. No noise. No crowds. Just birds, trees & river magic. Big thanks to Big Cedar Campground for their help!
adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/seney-nation...
#NorthernMichigan #SeneyRefuge#PaddleMichigan #PureMichigan

A peaceful 10-mile Kayak paddle through Seney National Wildlife Refuge, with tips, launch info, and a shoutout to Big Cedar Campground.

Bart King and the Obelisk of Honor | Adventures in Northern Michigan

2 4

Adventures in Northern Michigan @adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com · Jul 8

A stone monument atop Sugarloaf Mountain honors Bart King—a Marquette boy scout turned WWI hero. Few know it’s there, but it holds a powerful story. #UpperPeninsulaHistory #SugarloafMountain #HiddenMichigan #WWIHero #BartKing #BoyScouts #UPAdventure
adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/bart-king-an...

A hidden monument on Sugarloaf Mountain honors a local boy scout turned WWI hero. Discover the legacy of Bart King in Michigan’s U.P.