In this episode of "Destination Michigan," we dig up the rich history and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Calcite Quarry in Rogers City. We'll also introduce you to sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks and visit the Saginaw museum that houses some of his innovative work. Ludington's Todd and Brad Reed Photography will tell us about their photos focusing on Michigan's beauty, and Bob Garner takes us on a boat cruise of The Pictured Rocks in Munising.
During this episode of "Destination Michigan," we'll show off the amazing architecture of Harbor Springs' Earl Mead, and explore the brand-new Discovery Museum in Mount Pleasant. Pat Harrison of Maple City is a master carver who is known as the Lord of the Gourd, and we'll show you why. Plus, Bob Garner travels to Saranac for an "egg"-cellent adventure!
In this episode: when steam engines were king, the city of Durand was the crown jewel of the railroads. We'll show you the rich history and the restoration of the Durand Union Station. Our next destination is "Michigan's Little Bavaria," and a visit to Frankenmuth wouldn't be complete without stopping at Zehnder's. Plus, Bob Garner 'talks turkey' at the Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin.
During this episode, sound the alarms as we visit the Michigan Firehouse Museum in Ypsilanti and explore the history of Iosco County at the Iosco County Historical Museum in East Tawas. Later, we'll join our jolly old Bob Garner as he takes us to the largest Christmas store, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth.
A great American writer built a castle on the Shiawassee River: we'll explore the life of James Oliver Curwood and visit his castle in Owosso. We'll celebrate the lives and contributions of amazing Michigan women at the Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame in Lansing, and we'll discover the artwork of Shepherd artist Ingrid Tourangeau. Plus, Bob Garner is a "Little Rascal" as he samples the breadsticks and 'down home' hospitality at Spanky's Pizza in Fremont.
What do a mint plantation, a Gibson guitar, a checkered cab and an 1800's land rush have in common? Find out as we visit the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and learn about the history of the area. Then, we hitch up the horses and go for a carriage ride with a visit to Abraham's Carriage Service in Mesick. Plus, Bob Garner 'brings home the bacon' with "The Pretty Darn Good Bacon Off" in Holly.
It was built for his true love, but she ended up breaking his heart: hear the story of a man and his Grand Victorian home in Bellaire. Experience the sounds, science and history of automated music in a beautiful turn-of-the century setting with a visit to the Music House Museum in Acme. Plus, we go stargazing at the International Dark Sky Park in Emmet County where a look at the night sky can make you feel like you're a million miles away. Then, Bob Garner takes us on a parade of antique tractors across the Mackinac Bridge.
In this episode, join us as we take you to Michigan's only certified biodynamic tea farm in Traverse City, and The Stained Glass Cabinet Co. in Acme where they're keeping old world arts alive. Plus, we'll visit the Dexter Cider Mill, and we'll take a cruise with Alpena Shipwreck Tours along Thunder Bay.
We'll visit cobblestone courtyards, soaring stone towers, and magnificent sweeping gardens of historic Charlevoix attraction, Castle Farms. We hope you can bear with us when we visit the Chelsea Teddy Bear Company where we will learn about the history about the beloved children's toy and how it came to be. Then, we'll uncover Michigan's prehistoric past with a visit to the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History. Plus, Bob Garner introduces us to one of his favorite people in Tustin.
You don't have to be an aviation expert to have a great time at the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo. We'll take you to the museum where you check out one of a kind planes and even help restore some of them. Next, we'll reminisce over 30 years of music featured on CMU Public Radio's "Our Front Porch" series. We'll also visit the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex where they have one of just 4 luge tracks in the country! Plus, Bob Garner sits down in his favorite La-Z-Boy to tell us the history behind its Michigan company.
In this episode, we'll explore the Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor, meet Lansing's Great American Fierce Beard Organization, and learn the historical side of Marshall while visiting the Honolulu House. Plus, we'll head to Detroit for some street food at The Mac Shack, and Bob Garner takes us on a tour of Koegel's Meats in Flint.
We'll meet the pilot behind a bright yellow Piper Cub sea plane that flies over Leland. Also, if you like to look at the stars but don't want to wait for the sun to go down, look no further than the Longway Planetarium in Flint. In this episode we'll also meet a craftsman from Sanford. Then we'll visit the Gilmore Car Museum, which is a quick drive from Kalamazoo and a driving force in bringing America's historic love with the automobile to life. Plus, we'll learn about the Midland Creative 360 art program that honors artists ages 80 and older.
We learn about the wooden boat building craft at Cedarville's Great Lakes Boat Building School, visit the animals of the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, and discover why Pinconning is the Cheese Capitol of Michigan. Plus, we taste some creative cakes at Aunt B's Cakes and Desserts in Lake Ann, and take a look at turkey calls with A-Way Hunting Products in Beaverton.
This special edition episode looks back to some of our favorite people and places that we showcased in Season 5, including stops in Leland, Muskegon, Cedarville, Emmet County, and Mackinaw City.
Watch Preview In this episode, we'll visit Chelsea and tour the family run business, Jiffy Mix. Next, have two scoops of ice cream for dessert at Moomers in Traverse City. Then, you’ll be amazed by the beauty of Windmill Island Gardens in Holland and discover the wonder of it all at the American Museum of Magic in Marshall. Plus Bob Garner marvels at the products produced by the Marble Arms Company.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, we'll stop at the Dossin Museum on Belle Isle and discover our state’s rich maritime history. Then we'll visit the Ziibiwing Center in Mt. Pleasant to learn about the first people to inhabit Michigan. Next, we will enjoy the sights and sounds of the Scottville clown band and Bob Garner will take us on a tour of the State Capitol grounds in Lansing.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, we'll go on a picturesque hike along the Au Sauble River in Oscoda. Then we'll get up close and personal with Dinosaurs in Ossineke and get crafty with reusable materials in Traverse City. We'll enjoy a few gourmet treats when we stop by Symons General Store in Petoskey. And finally, we’ll join Bob Garner on his travels to Flint for a unique cup coffee.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, fill your stomach and warm your heart at the After 26 Depot in Cadillac and discover the rich history of Flint at the Buick automotive gallery. We'll have two scoops of ice cream for dessert at Moomers in Traverse City and we'll clown around with the Scottville Clown Band. Plus Bob Garner marvels at the products produced by the Marble Arms Company.
We'll discover what draws so many people to the Jack Pine Lumberjack Show in Mackinaw City. Stefanie Mills will take us to Midland where we'll tour one of the most unique homes we've ever seen. Then our journey will take us to Saginaw to discover what stories live inside the Castle Museum. Steve Smith and Bob Garner talk with folks making big impacts in small towns.
We’ll head up to Harbor Springs and spend at Pond Hill Farm. Stefanie Mills will take us to the Eastern Market in heart of Detroit. William Koucky tells us about the twist of fate that led to the creation of Grand Traverse Culinary Oils. We’ll also see how The Laundry in Fenton brings a new meaning to the term “locally grown”, and we'll visit a class where you can hone your own culinary talents.
Find out what all of the buzz is about at Sleeping Bear Farms in Beulah. We'll take a trip Up North to pay a visit to Gaylord's Elk Park. Discover Historic Charlton Park in the West Michigan town of Hastings. Meet Kathy and Stephen Space of Space Studios in Midland. Bob Garner chats with woodworker Pat McKee.
Discover the artwork of Erik and Israel Nordin at Detroit Design Center. Learn how the Carrom Company in Ludington has been bringing families together for over a century. We'll visit the Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm in Frankfort. Catch a birds-eye view of an eagles nest high above the Platte River. Finally, we head to the Cryonics Institute in hopes of finding the secret to life after death.
We begin this UP adventure in Sault Ste. Marie where the famed Great Lakes freighters inch their way through the Soo Locks. Then we venture out to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is keeping maritime history alive. We'll also visit the picturesque Tahquamenon Falls and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
We celebrate our independence and honor all the Michigan’s service men and women have done to defend our freedom. With stops at the Michigan Military Heritage Museum in Grass Lake and a D-Day Celebration in Muskegon. Discover how Team Red, White and Blue in Lansing is helping post 9/11 veterans and Bob Garner visits the Great Lakes National Cemetery.
We'll start our journey at Port Austin Kayak and paddle out to get a look at Turnip Rock. Then we'll take to the sky and get a bird's eye view of Michigan with The Sandhill Soaring Club. Next, we'll get curious at the Grand Rapids Public Museum and get creative at Art Reach in Mt. Pleasant. Finally, we'll meet a bartender in Alpena who's been slinging suds since 1940!
We kick off this episode in Grayling, where top athletes from across the globe put their endurance to the test in the AuSable River Canoe Marathon. Renowned artist Gwen Frostic's legacy continues to inspire in Benzonia. Then, we'll marvel at Michigan's beauty through the eyes of photographer Neil Weaver and search for pirate treasure under the Mackinac Bridge.
In the Upper Peninsula, we'll tip our hat to the legendary Stormy Kromer in Ironwood. Then join us for a relaxing spa day at Pure Vitality in Mt. Pleasant. Next, learn how our military stays prepared at Camp Grayling. And we'll stay in Grayling to see craftsmen hard at work during Black Iron days.Finally, be enchanted by fairy doors that have populated the city of Ann Arbor.
On this episode, join us in Midland to see dogs fly through the air with the greatest of ease. Then we'll give you an incredible view from the top of Copper Peak in Ironwood in the upper peninsula we'll get up close and personal with animals in Alto. We'll also visit Lansing and learn how Oldsmobile got their motors running. Finally, we'll tell ice fishing stories on Black Lake
In this episode of Destination Michigan, we begin with sharing the story behind the beloved Pasty at Dobber's Pasties in Escanaba. Next up, fat bike racers head to Charlevoix to take part in the Dogman Challenge. In Iron County, Connor Sports creates wood floors for basketball venues nationwide. We'll also visit the Shelby Gem Factory and Chi-Town Union Station.
Get ready for a thrilling ride through the Silver Lake Sand Dunes on a Mac Wood's Dune Scooter. Next, the folks at Boss Snowplows will clear a path straight to Iron Mountain. Then, we head to Stahls Automotive Collection in Chesterfield Township. We'll also head to the Grand Rapids Downtown Market to see how they inspire area foodies. Finally, we learn how Michigan maple syrup is made.
On this episode, we’re making Motown our hometown. We kick things off with a tour of the historic Fisher Building. Next, grab your passport as we take a trip through the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel. Then we’ll discover how the Detroit Sound Conservancy is preserving the city’s iconic beats. We'll cruise to Cobo Hall for the FIRST Robotics Championship and take a few laps on the Lexus Velodrome.
Our first stop includes a competition in Alma as athletes face off in a series of highland games. Next, we traverse to Traverse City and gaze at the cherry trees as they begin to bloom. Also, we’ll go hunting for mushrooms in Mount Pleasant and we’ve got the inside scoop on how they’re grown in Scottville. Then, we’ll visit an animal sanctuary in Manchester and a living building in Ann Arbor.
Get ready to dive right in for fun and sun in our lakes, rivers, and streams. We begin in Ludington with a trip on the SS Badger in Lake Michigan! Next, we’ll step off the boat and onto a hand-crafted, wooden paddle board in Petoskey. We'll also tour the 40 mile Inland Waterway, visit Bay De Noc Lure Company in Gladstone, and stop off in South Haven to meet some record breaking mermaids.
Come with us to Frankenmuth and experience vintage baseball from the 1860’s. Next, find out how folks are using the little ukulele to make magnificent music in East Lansing. We’ll traverse M22 to Leland for a relaxing stop at Falling Waters Lodge. You’ll enjoy getting caught in a trap--Da Yoopers Tourist trap in Ishpeming. Finally, we’re off to Bay City for a fantastic sail on a towering tall ship
We'll kick off the season ten with something to do in Kalamazoo! We're going to learn and play all day at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Next, it's just a jump, skip, and a hop to Hop Lot in Suttons Bay, where we'll have a cold one in an unquestionably cool spot.
In this episode, the Destination Michigan crew is out to prove that wintertime is the BEST time to be in Michigan. Stefanie Mills hits the slopes at the historic Caberfae Peaks and Steve Smith pays a visit to Crystal Mountain. Then, host Matthew Ozanich hits the trails at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters. Finally, we'll warm up at Jordan Valley Glassworks and Grocer's Daughter.
We’ll face off on this episode of Destination Michigan as we skate our way to St. Ignace to drop the puck for the UP Pond Hockey Championships. Then, we’ll skip the silver bells and cockle shells and head straight to Dairy Doo to learn how to improve the health of our plants and make our gardens grow. And in Copemish, we meet a man who's on a mission to save the world's tallest trees.
It’s Party Time! On this episode of Destination Michigan we’re throwing a State Park Centennial Celebration.
We start in Midland as we explore the nation’s longest canopy walk in the Whiting Forest. Next, we’ll introduce you to furry friends at the Creature Conservancy in Ann Arbor. Then we shift our gaze back to the sky with the Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch. Then we’ll venture on a hike and along the North County Trail. Finally, we’ll meet the folks turning out tasty treats at Trenary Toast.
We head to Detroit to explore the birthplace of Ford Motor Company’s Model T. Then we’ll introduce you to a Mt. Pleasant man who restores Model Ts in his own garage. Next, we’ll sail away to Bay City and tour the Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum. We'll travel to Petoskey to meet a couple who wants to revolutionize your view of farming. Put your endurance to the test at Iron Grip Ninja in Howell.
We pay a visit to Hope Well Ranch in the town of Weidman where people are experience the therapeutic qualities of horse back riding. We'll head out on the water with the Lake Leelanau Rowing Club. Steve Smith shares the story behind the interurban railway and Stefanie Mills discovers the delights at CMU’s Food Truck Friday event. We’ll also meet the plein-air painters at Paint Grand Traverse.
We’re raising our sail in Bay City to experience the intensely rigorous Bayview to Mackinac sailboat race. Then, we’re off to Drummond Island where we’ll meet a beaming boat builder. Next, it’s all hands on deck as we climb aboard a great lakes freighter and meet a sailor with a keen eye for photography. Finally, we'll provide an adrenaline rush as we catch a breeze and kiteboard.
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.
We’ll get things started on the docks in Mackinaw City and prepare for a state-of-the-art ferry ride to Mackinac Island. Next, we’ll head west to Petoskey for a visit to Sweetwater Floral. Then, we’ll raise your spirits with a trip to Michigan's only cooperage, Croze Nest in Grand Rapids. Finally, we look back at the images from the 1976 gas well fire in Otsego County.
We get our wintertime adrenaline fix at Snow Snake in Harrison with some Snowtubing. Then, we'll keep it chill and slow things down for a majestic horse-driven sleigh ride at Fantail Farm. To warm things up, we explore the city of Port Huron on a warm summer's day? We'll also see rare color photos of the building of the Mackinac Bridge and grab a bite at Max and Emily's in Mount Pleasant.
It’s no secret how Michigan garnered the nickname “The Great Lakes State.” It’s Flanked on all sides by massive inland seas. There are over 11,000 lakes, big and small, peppered across its landscape. But the truth is that Michigan’s river systems have had an immense natural, economic, and cultural impact since people first inhabited the land that would come to be known as the State of Michigan.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, we will satisfy your curiosity about the forming of our Michigan mitten. Join us as we go back billions of years and explore how the glaciers carved the Great Lakes Basin giving Michigan its trademark shape. We’ll examine the rock walls and earth cracks inside the geological oddity that is the Mystery Valley Karst Preserve in Alpena. Then it’s off to Empire
In this episode of Destination Michigan, we’re reinforcing the fact that the Great Lakes State is loaded with some really talented and creative individuals. Join host Matthew Ozanich and producers Stefanie Mills and Courtney Jerome as they introduce you to a few people around the state that exemplify Michiganders' creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
In the Upper Peninsula, winter gets done right. Whether out on the trails or out on the ice, there is plenty to see and do in this yooper winter wonderland. Come along with us as we head north bound for the Keewenaw with stops in Marquette and Houghton. We’ll hike extensive trail networks, take in a hockey game, get some good pets in with some champion sled dogs and much more.
We’ll be taking a dive into what it’s like to be a Michigan farmer. Over 50,000 farms are scattered across Michigan cultivating around 300 different products. That makes Michigan one of the most agriculturally diverse states in the nation. Farms are a major contributor to the state's economy, but there’s more to the story than that.
This episode is about stuff. All kinds of stuff. And the people who collect it. Meet a Ludington man with a passion for the pigskin that inspired his high school helmet collection. In Traverse City, pinheads are partaking in their favorite pastime. We’ll also take a peak into the past with postcard Wally and wrap things up with a vintage-inspired visit to Retro Attics Studio Bay City.
Tag along with the crew and pay a visit to the places they grew up. Chris Ogozaly visits the nearly 100-acre Greenmead Historical Park. From there, we head over to West Michigan where "Camera Guy Adam" takes us to Nelis' Dutch Village. After that, Stefanie Mills visits the annual Manchester Chicken Broil. Wrap things up with Matt Ozanich at Jackson Field for a Lansing Lugnuts game.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, you’ll “dig” the experience of hunting for Petoskey stones and other treasures on our geological adventure along the Lake Michigan coastline. Next, we we’ll travel to Grand Haven and check out the impressive hand-cut process that Marüshka uses for their screen printing designs. Check out these stories and many more on this episode of Destination Michigan.
On this episode of Destination Michigan, we’re tapping into the creative minds that produce works of art!
We visit Alma, Battle Creek, Boyne City and Mount Pleasant
On this episode of Destination Michigan, we’ll start things off by savoring the sights, sounds, and tastes of the lakeside city of Frankfort. Lace up your sneakers as we shoot some hoops at the Gus Macker basketball tournament in Mt. Pleasant.