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Michigan Pumpkin Carving Stencils

Michigan Pumpkin Carving Stencils

There’s no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than to carve some pumpkins! Watching your candlelit carvings come alive as the sun sets is a great way for...
Cardboard Guitar Craft

Cardboard Guitar Craft

Campfire songs are a great way to spend an evening out. But what if you don't have a guitar or your little ones don't know how to play? The cardboard...
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Six Hygge Ways to Get That Cozy Cabin Feel

Six Hygge Ways to Get That Cozy Cabin Feel

If you're like us, you dream of a way to escape to a little cabin in Northern Michigan, where you can hear birdsong in the morning and have a fireplace...
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Nature Keepsakes

Nature Keepsakes

If you like to spend time outdoors, you're likely to end up finding a ton of picturesque pieces of nature. Think back to those brilliant fall leaves from a walk...
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How to Plant a Butterfly Garden: Our Top Seven Tips

How to Plant a Butterfly Garden: Our Top Seven Tips

Beautify your backyard and do your part to support a healthy local and national environment. Flowers and plants like milkweed and hyssop make your garden attractive to native butterflies like monarchs, swallowtails, and admirals! Read on to learn our tips for making your garden butterfly-friendly.
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Pinecone Birdfeeder Craft

Pinecone Birdfeeder Craft

Looking for a fun, relaxing craft and a way to interact with the great outdoors? With only a few simple steps, you can turn a pine cone into a delicious bird feeder to offer the winter birds in Michigan. Perfect for the whole family!
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Top 6 Tips for Stargazing in Michigan

Top 6 Tips for Stargazing in Michigan

Want to learn more about our constellations? Get a good view of the northern lights? Finally see the milky way in all its glory? If you’re craving a glimpse of the unfettered beauty of a sky full of constellations, look no further! We have the perfect guide to get you started on an awe-inspiring night of Michigan stargazing.
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10 Ways to Stay In Touch Over Long Distances

10 Ways to Stay In Touch Over Long Distances

We know social distancing is important. While doing our part by staying home and refraining from social outings is definitely the responsible choice, it is, like many responsible things, not very fun. Many of us are longing for some quality social interaction and time with friends and family. We’re right there with you! We came up with 10 things you can do to stay social, even while social distancing.
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20 Ways to Stay at Home Without Getting Cabin Fever

20 Ways to Stay at Home Without Getting Cabin Fever

Folks everywhere are social distancing and self-quarantining at home to #stopthespread of COVID-19. If you’re starting to go a little stir crazy, have no fear! We’ve put together 20 things you can do to keep yourself occupied while staying safe and healthy at home. 
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