Entertainment

Watch a working, water-powered sawmill cut lumber and hand-sawing demonstrations. New audio visual program in 2006! Nature programs, three miles of scenic trails wind through 625 acres of peaceful forest. Museum Store. Open daily May 4 to October 11, 2009. Real Mackinac. A Real Blast! Just five minutes south of Mackinaw City on U.S. Hwy 23.

Step into the 1770s at this reconstructed fort and fur-trading outpost. Watch Redcoats fire muskets and cannons, smell bread baking, meet Colonial Villagers. Explore a dozen buildings inside this National Historic Landmark. Museum store. Open daily May 4 to October 11, 2009. Real Mackinac. A Real Blast!

Family Fun attraction. Screaming Fun for Everyone.

31/2 star rating Golf Digest's Places to Play. 18 hole championship course, carved of virgin pine with watered greens, fairways & roughs. Walk or ride with twilight rates available. Minutes off I-75, 30 minutes from Gaylord, Petoskey & Mackinaw City. Magnificent new club house with kitchen and lounge open to public daily 7am-10pm. Pro shop open daily with dedicated professional staff. Driving range and practice facility available. "Best kept secret in the North"- Detroit Free Press.

Voted Michigan's #1 unusual attraction by the readers of Michigan Living Magazine (AAA). Enjoy guided tours through an area where gravity seems to have gone haywire! You will experience optical contradictions and physical sensations that are hard to believe. Also, Mini-Golf and Maze in the Woods. 5 miles west of St. Ignace on US-2.

We have the best and most picturesque salmon fishing in the state. Imagine catching fish near Mackinac Island within view of the mighty Mackinac Bridge in calm waters near land! We catch fish everytime. Licensed and insured. All equipment furnished. Squeaky clean boats. Full time charter captain with over 30 years experience. Rates $250-$500. Visa, MC accepted.

Experience the amazing as you find your way through this fun filled, life size maze of mirrors and glass. A unique and amazing experience like none other. Fun for all ages.

Explore this 1892 "Castle of the Straits." Costumed guides reveal a restoration in progress, with exhibits, the original Fresnel lens, artifacts and keepers uniforms. Tower tours available. Museum Store. Open daily May 11 to October 11, 2009. Real Mackinac. A Real Blast!

Come see lumberjacks chop,saw,pole climb and log roll as they compete, representing two rival logging camps. Great family fun. 1.5 miles south of Mackinaw City on US23 Show times: Mon.- Sat.-7 P.M. Wed. & Sat 2 P.M. Kids 3 and under free

Since motor vehicles are not permitted to intrude on the natural beauty of Mackinac Island, there is no better way to visit this historic isle and legendary points of interest than by carriage. We'll take you to areas you may not discover on bicycle or on foot. Expertly narrated, you'll travel in comfortable, charming carriages "with the fringe on top!"

If you are looking for a Mackinaw area golf course, The Mackinaw Club's professionally designed 18-hole golf course is located within minutes of Mackinaw City's unique shopping, dining, historic and entertainment district. Situated on over 350 scenic northern Michigan acres with views of the Mackinac Bridge, the Mackinaw Club's renewed emphasis on grounds and turf management assures you an enjoyable and quality golfing experience.

Dream Seaker Charter & Tours provides the ultimate family sport fishing experience, featuring our "No Skunk Guarantee". We also offer relaxing scenic tours of the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands, and surrounding area. We operate a 2003 Sportcraft 27ft. hard top boat with an enclosed rest-room for your privacy. Fishing licenses available on board.

Parasailing is exciting for everyone, come view the straits of Mackinac from a new perspective. Our custom boat enables the parasailer to take off & land directly from the flight deck, making for a smooth dry parasail flight. We offer single and double flights. Call for Reservations, Mid May thru Mid September, weather permitting. Located at the Arnold Line Cruise Dock across from Animal Tracks Miniature Golf Course.

Let us show you the Straits of Mackinac Area! Assisting Tour Bus Operators with Fascinating Local Knowledge of the Mackinac Bridge, Colonial Michilimackinac, Mill Creek, Local Shipwreck Lore, Mackinaw City, St.Ignace, Mackinac Island, and Area Lighthouses. Tahquamen Falls and Whitefish Point Shipwreck Museum too! Walking tours of Mackinac Island and Mackinaw City.

Mackinaw's course since 1963. Regulation course with great greens and great rates, 10 miles southwest of Mackinaw City. Proshop, clubroom and grills are provided for your enjoyment. Clubs, power and pull carts are available for rent. Glow Golf every Saturday night! Come golf with us "fore" the fun of it and find out why we say, "Come home to Wilderness".

Hessel Ridge Golf has taken its place as one of the most picturesque layouts in the Upper Peninsula. Its plush fairways, treelined boundaries and perfectly groomed greens accentuate the beauty of Hessel Ridge. The course is an 18 hole layout, set on a ridge above the town of Hessel. The rolling wooded layout provides a park-like setting for golfers of all skills. Power carts, pull carts and rental clubs are available. Hessel Ridge offers great grass, great views and great golf at reasonable rates.

In Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Only 40 minutes west of the Mackinac Bridge on US-2. See Live black bear, alligator, cougar, bobcat, wolves, wallaby, camel, reindeer, whitetail deer, sika deer, river otter & more. Feed the deer, goats, and llama. Natural park-like setting. Fun for the whole family. Gift Shop filled with wildlife related items. Open 7 days a week from April 1st until September 30th from 10am until 6pm. Open weekends (Fri. Sat. and Sun.) in November from 10am until 5pm.

This 30,000 square foot store offers the hightest quality outdoor gear for fishing, hunting, & sporting needs. More than just a hunting & fishing store, Jim Wehr's Mackinaw Outfitters offers you many departments that provide all the right gear for camping, hiking, outdoor & rugged apparel, footwear, marine & related goods. While visiting Jim Wehr's Mackinaw Outfitters make sure to climb the 40 foot climbing wall & view our 10,000 gallon aquarium that houses many kinds of fish natural to the Great Lakes & inland lakes. Jim Wehr's Mackinaw Outfitters is a store that offers museum quality wildlife exhibits with mounted fish, animals, & murals of Northern Michigan's great outdoors. Make sure you don't miss out on the Jim Wehr's Mackinaw Outfitters experience!

Kewadin Shores in St. Ignace features Vegas-style gaming and entertainment with over 1100 slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, keno, craps and more! Plus buffet style dining at The Market Square Buffet. Also visit our other lacations in Sault Ste. Marie, Hessel, Christmas, and Manistique, Michigan.

Learn about the Northern Michigan fur trade heritage while playing adventure golf in a scenic environment! Great fun for all ages. At the intersection of Lake Street and Nicolet.

Enjoy a leisurely sunset cruise on the St.Mary's River, sightseeing in Sugar Island's Old North Channel & ride through the Soo Locks while enjoying a delicious buffet style dinner with dessert. The cruise is 2 1/2 hours. Dress is casual. Reservations Recommended. No passports required.

A Victorian inspired center where unique shopping, dining & entertainment come together. Over 50 specialty shops, attractions and dining. Exciting new children’s playground, free nightly laser show, Rock climbing wall, Archery shooting lane and a 10,000 gallon fish aquarium. Something for everyone. www.mackinawcrossings.com

Elk viewing, carriage ride & Gourmet Dinner. Step back in time as massive Belgian Horses pull sturdy carriages/sleighs through the forest in search of Michigan's elusive Elk-cows, calves and bulls with magnificent antlers. On to the Elk Antler Log Cabin for a truly superb 5 course gourmet dinner prepared before you on antique wood cookstoves by Chef Jan while "guides" provide live entertainment. Four hour stop over or overnight packages.

Let us show you our Tours of Northern Michigan, Historical Stops on Day Tours to your favorite places, U.S.C.G.C. Mackinaw and Icebreaker Mackinaw Museum, Cheboygan Crib Lighthouse, Toonerville Trolley and Boat Rides to Tahquamenon Falls, Soo Lock Boat Tours and Museum Ship Valley Camp - Lake Huron Lighthouses, Presque Isle Lighthouse and Fog Station, Picnic areas - Call for package rates from your hotel or campgrounds.

The historic 1917 Museum Ship VALLEY CAMP with over 100 exhibits, including the huge fresh-water aquariums, the Edmund Fitzgearld lifeboats and memorial.Glimpse into the crew's working conditions as you tour all three levls of this 550 ft lake freighter. Take in the panoramic view from the top of the 210 foot Tower of History. Also featured are local artifacts and a historical video of Sault Ste. Marie. Visit www.towerofhistory.com

The Great Lakes Boat Building School, located in the beautiful Les Cheneaux Islands of northern Michigan, offers a diverse program designed “to teach quality wooden boat building skills, to preserve craftsmanship and continue our Great Lakes heritage”. From summer workshops to a full-time, nine month curriculum, the school will feature classes in basic woodworking, joinery, basic design and lofting, restoration, repair, small craft construction, and modern day materials and techniques.

Located behind Ste. Anne's Church on Mackinac Island. We fly 800+ live butterflies in a tropical garden. Photography encouraged. Wheelchair and stroller friendly. Admissions 13 and up $7.00, 5-12 $4.00,4 and under free.

This is one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and actually ride through the Soo Locks, right alongside the big ships. On the 2 hour narrated tour, you'll learn about the history of the Locks and Michigan's oldest city. Many departure times. No reservations required. No passports required. Dinner and Lighthouse Cruises also available.

You deserve a Good Paddling! Canoe, Kayak, Raft & Tube Trips down the beautiful, crystal-clear Sturgeon River! Trips of varying lengths for all ages/skill levels from high adventure to relaxing Family Floats. Family Fun Center w/ 18 hole Adventure Golf, General Store, & Subway Shop. Youth/Group Package & Winter Raft Trips available!

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** NOW OPEN ** Jack Pine Lumberjack Show is a journey back into the late 1800's when logging was king in the Northwoods of Michigan. Watch as two rival camps compete for the title of "Bull of the Woods" in chopping, sawing, pole climbing, logrolling and more--to earn the title.

The best seats in history.

For close to three centuries, the Straits of Mackinac has been a vital nautical thoroughfare, providing passage between Lakes Huron and Michigan. But traveling its famed blue waters has not come without risk.

Over the many decades, lighthouses were built to protect mariners from dangerous shoals and reefs. Each has a story to tell.

Shepler's exclusive Lighthouse Cruises are voyages of discovery. Guests are treated to awe-inspiring views and the fascinating history surrounding these Great Lakes Guardians.

Each three hour cruise is $52.50 per adult and $40.50 per child ages 5-12.

NEW for 2009!Take one of our extended four hour cruises for $68.00 per adult and $52.25 per child. The four hour cruises include lunch.

See our cruise schedule online at sheplersferry.com. Reservations are suggested. Book your seat today at sheplersferry.com or by calling 1-800-828-6157!

Tour with the Original Mackinaw Trolley. Daily and group tours with local and experienced guides. Check our website for information on tours offered during the 2008 season.

Enjoy a continental breakfast while riding through the Soo Locks and naviagating in the St.Mary's River. Explore this important waterway and see the variety of lighthouses and navigation markers leading ships to the Soo Locks from Lake Superior. You will see the Point Iroquois Lighthouse, Gros Cap Reefs Light Station, the remains of Round Island Lighthouse, and many other interesting sights. This 4 hour cruise departs at 8:00 a.m. from Dock #2, 515 E. Portage Ave. The U.S. Coast Guard inspected ship is equipped with a climate controlled lower deck, restrooms, and snack bar. Box lunches are available with advance reservations. No passports required.

USCG ICEBREAKER MACKINAW WAGB-83 "An American Hero Story". "The Queen of the Great Lakes" was built as part of the war effort during World War II to meet the heavy demands of war materials and transportation during the winter months. Decommissioned in 2006, she now resides at her namesake home of Mackinaw City, Michigan, and is open for public tours and group events. Visit the Mess Deck, Engine Room, offices and more and hear the story of the Mackinaw's 62-year career breaking ice on the Great Lakes and serving as a goodwill ambassador throughout the region.

Step into the 1880s at this original Island fort. Rifle and cannon firing demonstrations, music, court martials, tours, 14 buildings. Orientation video. New late summer hours. Museum stores, dining with a view at the Grand Hotel operated Tea Room - now featuring dinners! Open daily May 4 to October 11, 2009. Real Mackinac. A Real Blast! A short walk from the docks on Mackinac Island.

Mackinaw's Newest and Largest Trolley with $3 historical tour! Enjoy the sights and sounds of historic Mackinaw City on the Mackinac Old Time Trolley. Our affordable narrated historical tour has numerous pickup and drop-off stops along the route and features solid oak interior and cushioned seats. Come along for the ride! We are available for custom charters as well as weddings and special events.

Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf & having great family fun! Match up any 12 animals with their tracks on the hole marker & you win a free game! Located next to the Mackinac Bay Trading Company

One day wilderness rail excursions to Agawa Canyon. Travel 114 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie over towering trestles, alongside pristine northern lakes and rivers and through awesome granite rock formations of the Canadian Shield. Located an hour north of Mackinaw City.