A really tall white pine, shot from the ground with blue sky overhead

Michigan is looking for a really big tree!

The biennial Michigan Big Tree Hunt is back and inviting outdoor adventurers to join in on a statewide search for Michigan’s biggest trees. Participants have an entire year to help track down Michigan’s tallest and stoutest trees and submit their entries before the search closes in August 2024. Participation is free and open to all ages, with prizes for various categories including largest white pine (like the stud in the photo above), Michigan’s state tree.

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A man stands with a child behind a telescope aimed at the sky next to sand dunes

Sleeping Bear Dunes hosting cool workshops

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore will host a series of events for stargazing enthusiasts in the coming weeks, with programming for educators, students and the public. The “Night Sky Navigator” series is expanding the park’s night sky educational programming with a teacher workshop, field trips for local schools, and an event for all visitors.

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A wooden sign at the entrance to a vineyard reads, ''CICCONE''

[Insert perfect Madonna lyric headline pun that we couldn't think of]

You could run your own vineyard and winery in Northern Michigan. Ciccone Vineyard and Winery (owned by Madonna's family) has hit the market for $4.925 million and it’s in pristine condition. The 78-acre property has unobstructed views of Grand Traverse Bay from many spots.

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