When I shop, I shop local. It’s a great way to support local businesses and it’s a great way to give back to your community. I feel that way when I shop on Mackinac Island because I know that I’m supporting the local businesses that aren’t open all year round. The business owners have families…
I remember enjoying the beauty and magic of Fall when my daughters Jessie and Kelly were little girls. We had long walks in the crisp Autumn weather, we went bike riding over the sound of crunching leaves, and when we came home, we made hot chocolate and talked about how much fun we had! Great…
It’s that time of year when people are wondering where the summer went. Kids are back at school, and people are back to the grind whether they work at home or in the workplace after a long Labor Day weekend. And believe it or not, many people are looking forward with great anticipation to what…
I’ve heard so many people say “Wow, where did the summer go?” People seem to think that Labor Day is the end of summer but summer actually ends on September 22nd. So don’t say good-bye to summer because there’s still plenty of summer days for you to enjoy on Mackinac. This has been one of…
I remember coming to Mackinac with my wife Brenda 13 years ago for our first time together. She’s from southern Missouri and had never seen the great lakes, let alone heard of Mackinac. We were really excited as we boarded the Arnold Ferry in St. Ignace for a day trip to the Island and we…
Summer on Mackinac Island is truly a magical time with beautiful warmer weather, blazing sunsets and magical cool evenings. Some of the spectacular highlights of the summer are the sailboat races. They’re a sight to behold as the bold symphony of beautifully colored sails come into view on Port Huron. There are many great places…
The Pink Pony opened on Mackinac Island 69 years ago and has turned into one of Mackinac’s favorite and talked about destinations for thousands of people. Last year, we were honored that the Pink Pony was named Most Iconic Bar in Michigan by Thrillist , so I guess you could say, we were thrilled! The…
Did you ever have such a great time that you thought there’s no way it could get any better? Last year was our 1st Craft Beer Opening weekend. It was my first time I had been to a Beer Pairing Dinner and it was amazing. I even had the perfect beer paired with my dessert!…
I remember the first time I drove over the Mackinac Bridge many years ago and the rush of adrenalin I felt as I left the mainland behind. It was exciting getting on the boat in St. Ignace and churning through the waters feeling alive with the air in my face and lungs as the glory…
In my last blog, I shared that we’ve been working hard making big improvements to the Chippewa to get ready for opening weekend. Well, it’s time to start making your plans to see it for yourself because Opening Weekend is coming soon! An expression we have on Mackinac Island is that history repeats itself again…