The Verdant Ramble

Explore fall around Cross Village with our favorite scenic drives, walks, farms, shops, food and places to stay. Our interactive map makes it easy to discover fall color beyond the Tunnel of Trees and plan a day filled with memorable local stops throughout northern Emmet County.

Have you ever wanted to take a road trip through Michigan but don’t know where to start? There is a wealth of state parks and interesting cities and towns all...

Big Mac is easily one of Michigan’s most famous bridges, but do you know about Mackinac Island’s other, lesser-known bridge? The “Ice Bridge” is a natural pathway to Mackinac Island...

Daniel Ryniak is one of those folks that you could talk to for hours on end and still long to hear more of his stories. As an avid trail bike rider and adventurer, Daniel cannot get enough of the outdoors. He goes for a total immersive experience, packing up little more than his hammock, coffee and chapstick. “In a little over a year, I have ridden over 1000 miles in Michigan. I rode my bike across the state twice as well as from Ohio to Reed City and back,” Daniel shares.

I was able to chat with Daniel after he stopped in our shop to pick up a state of happiness patch.  Read on for tips and tales of the trail (and a few close encounters!)

Once the weather gets warm, Michiganders from all over the state know that it’s time to take advantage of the summer sun and get outdoors! But everyone has their own...

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.