The buzz of Labor Day always makes for an exciting first September weekend all around Michigan. Hundreds of folks pack up their rigs and tow vehicles and head to their favorite spots for one last trip before the weather begins to cool off and the kids go back to school. Labor Day, or any holiday, [...]
An RV is a big investment, so it pays to have the proper insurance coverage. In addition to having your insurance with you at all times during your travels, you should also have up-to-date photos of your RV’s interior and exterior on hand. Here’s why photos are important, as well as some photo taking tips. [...]
Summer in Michigan can be defined as anticipating all those days at the beach, building sandcastles or having a family picnic along the 3,126 miles of freshwater coastline. For others, it may be dreaming of trying to find the best location to access the beach, especially when it comes to those with disabilities. As demand [...]
Part 1 The Great Lakes offer an overabundance of shoreline – so you have your pick of beaches. Enjoy the cool, refreshing water and lakeside breezes of Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, or Lake Superior, the final destinations of these three road tours. (Three more tours will follow in a second article.) Each tour requires 30 [...]
Summer brings many joys and beauties, things we’ve been longing for in the chilly days and nights leading up to it. Once nice weather sets in, more people are out and about… and that makes buggy pests pretty happy. But now there is more fear surrounding them. It seems that every time you turn on [...]
The quaint town of Empire is home to some of the most scenic views Michigan has to offer. From the sprawling coastline, mountainous sand dunes, and endless trail systems, visitors who love the outdoors are never short on things to do. But for many, especially first-time visitors, the extensive list of options can quickly become [...]
If you have an active family, you’ve likely become accustomed to dirty floors in the RV. From trips to the beach, hikes through the woods, and swimming in the lake, it can be hard to keep up with the dirt and grime – especially if you have a canine companion! But just like the rest [...]
Fresh blueberries are in season in the Great Lakes State, the national leader in growing blueberries, and many would argue there isn’t a better fruit. In Michigan, you can find fresh, delicious produce pretty much anywhere, but especially in the counties of southwest Michigan, the primary growing region. If you love blueberries, here are some [...]
Every full-timer knows how critical it is to have the right tools for any type of emergency. Just about anything can happen on the road - from popping a tire to putting a hole in the awning of your rig. And we know when these problems arise they are often unpredictable. So as a rule [...]
We’re halfway through this glorious season, so add a visit to these brand new or renovated attractions to round out your Michigan adventure. Get off the road or away from the campsite to visit one of these spots across the regions of Michigan. Some are family friendly; others are for mom and dad. Ranging from [...]
