Sanctuary of the Great Lakes

The Beginners Guide to a NEST Trail Snowmobile Adventure

February 21, 2025

Snowmobiling the North Eastern State Trail As we begin the start of a new year, mother nature has brought us a fresh dusting of powder in which to enjoy the outdoors of northeast Michigan. With the ground now covered, it’s time to pull out the sleds and get a first-hand...

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Be Mine, Alpena: 5 Ideas to Make Your Valentine’s Day Special

February 14, 2025

For some of you, Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and happiness while eating a romantic dinner and bestowing special gifts upon your significant other. For others, it is just another day!   We are here to tell you that no matter if you are a lover or a...

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7 Lodging Escapes For an Alpena Winter-Wonderland Adventure

February 7, 2025

We know summer is awesome, but so is winter and winter often misses out on the credit it deserves. We are challenging you to come to Alpena and experience a TRUE Michigan winter.  Are you up for it? The snowfall and outdoor recreation opportunities are not over yet. Here is...

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Alpena Area Fresh Takes Video Contest

January 30, 2025

Submit your Alpena area adventure footage and enter to win some cash! Open call for entries to the Annual Fresh Takes™ Video Contest, sponsored by the Alpena Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Put your Alpena area adventure video footage from 2024 together and submit a short video showcasing the beautiful...

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10 Tips to Find Your Winter Hygge Lifestyle in Alpena

January 3, 2025

Hygge – pronounced “hoo-ga”, is a Danish concept that cannot be translated into a single word but encompasses the overall cozy feeling of contentment and well-being by enjoying the simple things in life. This is especially popular during the winter months when everyone seeks warm, cozy contentment! A good cup...

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