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Sanilac Tourism Association 47 Austin Street • P.O. Box 307 Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-5550 www.sanilaccounty.org The 2013 Official Visitors Guide for the Sanilac County Area was created and produced by Clear Ideas, Inc. for the Sanilac Tourism Association. They have made every effort to assure, however, cannot guarantee, the accuracy of the information presented here, or be held accountable for any omissions or errors. Please report any changes to the Sanilac Tourism Association for inclusion in subsequent editions.
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- Bed & Breakfasts 26-27 - Hotels & Motels 26-27 - Cabins, Cottages, Rentals 28-29 - Camping 32-33
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And, above all, revel in the greatest splendor that Sanilac County has to offer: peaceful tranquility in a pristine natural environment!
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Dining & Shopping
Learn about Native American history at the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park, the only remaining ancient rock-carved petroglyph site in Michigan.
Lodging
(Center Spread) - Distance from metro areas - State / Local Attractions
Explore the Sanilac County Underwater Preserve, comprised of 163 square miles of protected lake bottom containing numerous shipwrecks dating back as far as 1864, making it an adventure for divers.
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Sanilac County Map 24-25
Recreation
- Inland Recreation 17 Hunting Bowling Miscellaneous Golf 19 - Public Parks 20-21 Community County - Water Recreation 22-23 Beaches Marinas Charters (Fishing, Boating, Cruises, Diving)
Take advantage of over 40 miles of breathtaking Lake Huron shoreline, offering ample opportunity for a variety of water sports, from swimming and skiing to boating and fishing.
Delight in Amish hospitality, culinary skills and woodworking craftsmanship at roadside stands dotted throughout the countryside, while observing a lifestyle of tradition and simplicity.
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Welcome to Sanilac County, located in the Thumb of Michigan on the west shore of Lake Huron, less than a two hour drive from several of Michigan’s main metropolitan areas: Detroit, Saginaw, Bay City, Midland, Flint and Lansing; and less than an hour drive from Ontario by way of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron.
Visit the inland towns of Brown City, Carsonville, Croswell, Deckerville, Marlette, Peck and Sandusky where the tradition, friendliness and safety of small-town rural America combine with such amenities as one of the last remaining classic drive-in theaters in the state of Michigan, a state of the art indoor movie theater, lodging, fine and casual dining, shopping, festivals and fairs.
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- Family Activities Museums & Unique Attractions Orchards & Farms
Restful... Relaxing... Rejuvenating...
Stroll through shoreline resort villages such as Forestville, Lexington and Port Sanilac which offer unique shopping, dining, cultural and entertainment experiences.
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Brown City
Deckerville
Founded in 1881, the city of Brown City is a full service community, offering a variety of businesses and professional services. We host the annual Thumb Soybean Festival the second weekend in June. Event highlights include a carnival, classic car show, music and fireworks. Enjoy our beautiful 76+ acre community park, filled with ball diamonds, picnic facilities, playgrounds and soccer fields. Brown City Park is also host to a “Dare Devil Dash”, an extreme 5K run through the park. To see us, take M-90 which travels through the city. The road through town is also known as Main Street. See ad page 13. Brown City Community: http://www.ci.brown-city.mi.us/
Deckerville takes its name from Charles Decker, who launched a lumber business here in 1870. Decker’s son, Martin, became the settlement’s first postmaster that same year. Deckerville incorporated as a village in 1893 and to this day is home to a number of Charles’ descendents. Located just 6 miles from the Lake Huron shoreline, Deckerville has several shops and restaurants, as well as a full-service hospital and library available for campers and resorters. During the summertime, visitors can take a dip in the village’s outdoor pool or roll a few balls at the local bowling alley. In August, past and present villagers gather for the Deckerville Homecoming festival, which features a tractor pull, parade, fireworks and many more activities. Don’t forget about their Santa’s Reindeer Event in December. Come celebrate the change of seasons in Deckerville! See ad page 13. Deckerville Community: http://www.deckervilledcdc.com/ Deckerville Events: http://www.deckervilledcdc.com/events-calendar/
Croswell
Lexington
Croswell is an excellent example of Thumb Area living: friendly people of the present who take great pride in their past. Croswell is home to a locally famous swinging footbridge built in 1905 over the Black River, which bisects the city on its way to Port Huron and the Great Lake. A folksy sign at the east end of the suspension bridge advises pedestrians to “Be Good To Your Mother-in-Law.” New in 2013, a “splash pad” has been added at the same park to cool you down on the hot summer days. The city itself is dotted with pre-Civil War homes and buildings. Lumbering dominated Croswell until the Great Thumb Fire of 1881. Since then, agriculture has been the dominant economic activity, especially sugar beets, symbolized by the city’s iconic Pioneer Sugar plant. The annual Croswell Fair is in June this year and features livestock exhibits and a midway full of rides. The Swinging Bridge Festival in July celebrates the upcoming harvest with a Cardboard Regatta on the Black River. See ads on page 6 & 44. Croswell Community: http://www.cityofcroswell.com/ Croswell Events: http://www.cityofcroswell.com/
When Lexington was founded in 1835, it became the first outpost north of Port Huron. Eleven years later, Reuben Diamond named the village after the Battle of Lexington, in which his wife’s cousin, Ethan Allen, fought during the Revolutionary War. The Cadillac Hotel has stood at the heart of village life since its days as a log hotel from 1840 to 1860, when it was rebuilt following a fire. Steamships and freighters made regular stops at the port of Lexington for lumber and agricultural products until the Great Storm of 1913 destroyed the village’s long dock into Lake Huron. Lexington is now noted for its many Victorian homes and historic buildings filled with shops, restaurants and bed-and-breakfasts. With its handful of pretty parks and its quaint downtown, the village is the summertime host of the Music in the Park Series, ThumbFest, the Lexington Art Fair and the annual Bach Festival. Protected by a limestone seawall, Lexington’s picturesque marina doubles as an official State of Michigan Harbor of Refuge. Its beach offers visitors a chance to kick back and enjoy the summer. Nearby golf courses, a bike trail to Croswell, seasonal hunting spots, abundant fishing and a thriving cottage culture make Lexington a vacation mini-mecca. See ads page 7. Lexington Community: http://www.lexingtonmichigan.org/ Lexington Events: http://www.lexingtonmichigan.org/calendar.htm
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Sandusky
Marlette, located in the heart of Michigan’s Thumb, was first settled in the mid-1800’s by Canadians lured by the tall timber and fertile soil of the area. The lumber industry gave way to farming after the Great Thumb Fire of 1881, with sugar beets, soy beans and corn dominating production today. A large Amish community gives the countryside around Marlette the aura of a bygone era, complete with horse-drawn buggies and outlets selling produce, furniture and baked goods. The friendly city offers a handful of recreational options, including a challenging nine-hole public golf course, a community swimming pool, various agri-tourism opportunities and a playground. One of the biggest employers in the area is Marlette Regional Hospital. Visitors to Marlette may stay in a bed-and-breakfast, stroll the small-town shopping district and enjoy a casual meal far from the hustle and bustle of the big city. See ad page 12.
Sandusky, located 15 miles inland from Port Sanilac at the intersection of M-46 and M-19, is the county seat of Sanilac County. Sandusky offers all the services and resources you’d expect from a much larger city: top-notch medical care, a variety of shopping opportunities, lodging, dining, up-to-date library, excellent law enforcement, emergency services and more. Farming and industry combine to make Sandusky an honest, hard working, progressive and safe community. Sandusky has many recreational opportunities and is a beehive of activity. It is home to the annual Michigan Thumb Festival in June, the Sanilac County 4-H Fair in August and popular Original Country Christmas Lighted Farm Implement Parade in December. Sandusky boasts the only tri-plex movie theater in the county as well as a bowling alley, basketball courts, fully handicap accessible playground in its city park and a public golf course. In the surrounding area, the farmland provides ample hunting opportunities throughout the year as well as many miles of snowmobile trails. See ads page 10.
Marlette Community: http://www.cityofmarlette.com/ Marlette Events: http://www.cityofmarlette.com/435685.html
Port Sanilac The village now known as Port Sanilac was founded in the early 1840’s by lumbermen who erected a shelter close enough to the beach that it could be seen by passing Great Lakes sailors. The sailors christened the settlement after its appearance – “Bark Shanty Point.” In 1857, the residents officially changed the name of their hometown to Port Sanilac. By then, the village was in full swing. A saw mill, schoolhouse and general store opened in the late 1840’s. In 1850, Raymond Hardware opened – and never closed: it is currently the oldest continuously operated hardware store in Michigan. The blue water of Lake Huron and its sandy beaches have always been Port Sanilac’s chief attractions. The Port Sanilac Lighthouse began illuminating the local waters in 1886 and has been a popular tourist destination ever since. The village’s Harbor of Refuge offers 32 seasonal slips and 35 transient slips as well as a convenient diving launch-site for the Sanilac Shores Underwater Preserve, which encompasses 163 square miles of protected lake bottom featuring shipwrecks dating back to 1864. Port Sanilac is also home to the Barn Theatre and Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum, a 10-acre campus that showcases eight historical buildings, a variety of musical concerts, and welcomes visitors to explore our heritage through events throughout the seasons. The Port Sanilac Community features both casual and fine dining, a deep harbor with all amenities, downtown shopping, and a vibrant cottage culture. Port Sanilac Community: http://www.portsanilac.net/ Port Sanilac Events: http://www.portsanilac.net/
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Communities Sandusky Community: http://www.misandusky.com/ Sandusky Events: http://www.sanduskychamber.us/Events.html Sandusky Chamber: http://www.sanduskychamber.us/
Carsonville, Applegate, Argyle, Melvin, Minden City, Forester, Forestville, Peck, Snover Scattered throughout Sanilac County are several smaller communities, each with its own history and each with its unique attractions. Carsonville, for example, was founded in 1853 by Silas Hall and was known as Hall’s Corners until 1884 when businessman Arthur Carson renamed the settlement. A bar in Applegate serves up some of the best pizza in the county. In Peck, you can find a hardware store straight out of the 1950’s as well as a Career Center just north of town, the Sanilac Intermediate School District. With each community having their own identity, all of them still share the small-town friendliness and helpfulness that are common throughout Sanilac County.
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Sanilac County – Agri - Tourism
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Sanilac County boasts more than just a shoreline; it is full of agricultural tourism opportunities as well. Contrary to many people’s impression of farming as a simple operation, modern agriculture is a high tech business which uses massive equipment. Drive down Sanilac County roads in the spring planting or fall harvest seasons and be amazed at farm machinery in the fields that can be 20-30 feet wide and 20 feet high. These huge tractors, combines, sprayers, planters and pickers are working to produce the food you have on your dining room table.
The Sanilac County countryside is also following a national trend of “windmill planting”. Drive to the north side of the county on Ruth Road near Deckerville, and be awed by the newly erected wind turbines’ slowly moving arms turning in the breeze. These are truly a sight to behold. And, in the fall, put the hustle and bustle of the city behind you; pick your way through our corn mazes, pumpkin patches and apple orchards with your family on a crisp, clear day; breathe in the fresh, bright air that can be found only along country roads; and treat your eyes to the beauty of rolling hills and cattle grazing in the distance. Let Sanilac County seep into your pores and quiet your heart. For a few moments, a few hours, or a few days, come share with us the splendor of rural living.
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Marlette Historical Depot Museum 3325 S. Main Street, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-7448 Open by appointment only.
Sanilac County IH Museum
560 N. Goetze Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 810-657-9786 International Harvestor Collection. Replica of dealership along with tractors, trucks, toys, IH parts and advertising memorabilia. Items from almost every IH dealership in Sanilac County. Please call for appointment.
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Sanilac County Historical Village & Museum
228 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9946 www.sanilaccountymuseum.org Open June - Labor Day Take a step back in time when you visit the country estate of Dr. Joseph Loop, home to the Sanilac County Historical Village and Museum. On a ten acre campus in Port Sanilac, the museum has a collection of 19th and early 20th century historic buildings. The village is also home to one of Michigan’s last remaining Barn Theatres. Regular season begins in June with many special events year round. Complete schedules are available at www. sanilaccountymuseum.org and www.barntheatre.net. See ad page 13.
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Live Theatres The Barn Theatre
242 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9114 www.barntheatre.net Offers dramatic performances, comedy and music events.
Photo courtesy Tom Fisher
Firebird Theater
280 E. Sanilac Avenue, Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-6684 www.firebirdtheater.com The Firebird welcomes you to our state-of-the-art theater with 3 large screens, reclining seats and stadium seating.
Hi-Way Drive-In Theater
2778 E. Sanilac Road, Carsonville, MI 48419 810-657-6684 www.thehiwaydrivein.com Michigan’s oldest drive-in. There is one screen, a grass field, a safe environment, providing affordable fun for all!
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Movie Theaters
Activities
Unique Attractions Croswell Swinging Bridge
Thumb Octagon Barn and Agricultural Museum
Sanilac County is home to Michigan’s only suspension footbridge. Built in 1905, the suspension footbridge, is also called the “Mother-in-Law Bridge” because there is a sign stating “Be Good to Your Mother-inLaw” at one end. Located on Park Path Road, Croswell.
Sanilac Shores Underwater Preserve
The Sanilac County Underwater Preserve is 163 square miles and protects ships dating as far back as 1864; a great adventure for divers. michiganpreserves.org/sanilac.htm or contact a local dive charter. For charters, see info on page 22, for Underwater Preserve, see info on page 25.
Port Sanilac Lighthouse Port Sanilac, Michigan Built in 1886, it is now privately owned, but the light remains active for navigation. Photo courtesy Kathy Heikkila
Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park
From M-46, take M-53 north for 17 miles to Bay City-Forestville Road. Go east four miles to Germania Road, then south on Germania one mile to the State Park. See map on page 25. www.michigan.gov/sanilacpetroglyphs
Six Gun Territory
6425 Roach Road, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-8418 www.sixgunterritory.com Photo courtesy Ana Seifferlein
6948 Richie Road, Gagetown, MI 48735 989-665-0081 thumboctagonbarn.org From May through September, come and visit the most unique tourist attraction in the Thumb of Michigan. The Thumb Octagon Barn is an architectural gem. The site also boasts a 15 room “Craftsman” style house and a powerhouse. To compliment the story of the rich agricultural history of the area, a grain elevator, a sawmill, a sugar shack, and a blacksmith shop are ready to enjoy along with a one room schoolhouse. Visit the website for more information. See ad pg 12.
Whispering Pines Animal Kingdom Inc.
6650 Burnsline Road, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-0039 www.whisperingpinesanimalkingdom. net
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Farmer’s Markets Croswell Stockyards
Activities
5678 Black River Road, Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-3897 Every Monday, May 1 - November 1 Antiques, In Season Produce, Flea Market, Plants & More during the livestock auction.
Marlette Livestock Auction, Inc.
Fire Hall Park N. Ridge Street, (north of M-46 on M-25) www.portsanilac.net Every Friday, May 10 - November 1, 2 - 7 pm Every Saturday, June 15 - September 14, 12 - 4 pm Local produce, baked goods, eggs, meat, honey and artisan crafts.
Sandusky
Photo courtesy Susan Arndt
Downtown, Sanilac Ave. Courthouse Lawn, west side (M-19 on M-46 at light) www.misandusky.com Every Thursday, May10 - October 31., 2-7pm In Season Produce from Local Merchants & Farms
Orchards & Farms Doug’s Berry Patch Island Farms Inc. - Gray Haven Farm 1401 E Sanilac Road 6455 Walker Road Sanilac Twp., MI 48469 810-622-0076 U-Pick Berries & produce Call for hours
Bingle’s Berry Farm Green Thumb Blueberries Inc. 3730 Marlette Road
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Croswell, MI 48422 810-633-9338 Produce, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries & Blackberries U-Pick or We Pick Season: June – October
Cros-Lex Blueberry Farm
33 N. Black River Road Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-3273 Blueberries & Blackberries U-Pick or We Pick Season: Mid-July
455 S. Stringer Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2974 Garden Vegetables, Pumpkins, Blueberries, Raspberries, U-Pick or We Pick Season: Mid-July – August See ad page 14.
Kritzman Berry Farm
2194 Brush Street Deckerville, MI 48427 810-376-3045 Strawberries, U-Pick or We Pick Season: Mid-June
Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2305 Organic eggs, fruit, and produce
Kurt Long’s Garden 840 N. Stoutenburg Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2032 Strawberries in June, Tomatoes & Peppers late summer, most other produce available.
McCallum’s Orchards, Cider Mill & Winery
5697 Harris Road Jeddo, MI 48032 810-327-6394 www.mccallumorchard. com See ad page 14.
Messing Menagerie Farms 5616 East Sanilac Road Carsonville, MI 48419 810-622-8920
Speaker Lone Oak Orchard 7353 Brockway Road Melvin, MI 48454 810-387-2121 speakerorchard.com Peaches in Aug., Apples in Sept.
Steinman Farms 5850 Brockway Road Peck, MI 48466 810-378-5772 Greenhouse Season: May – June
Thistledown Farms
2125 N. Wheeler Road Snover, MI 48472 810-672-9497 Organic Processing Plant Tours, available by appointment only.
Volz Farm Market 4410 Van Dyke Road Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-7180 Fresh Fruits, Vegetables & Bulk Food.
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Port Sanilac
Photo courtesy Shannon Arbaugh
6381 Euclid Street, Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-2183 Every Monday, Year Around, In Season Produce, Plants, (mostly in the summer months), as well as a variety of Amish made products during the livestock auction.
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Cass City State Game Area
923 acres located between Elmwood & Kelly Road in Greenleaf & Evergreen Townships. Area is open to the public for hunting & fishing.
K D S Shooting Preserve
3225 Beach Road Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-3744 888-697-1151 kds@greatlakes.net Hunting preserve for pheasants, chukkars or quail. Tower hunts. Weekday specials and dog hunts available.
Gillis Hotel
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Minden City State Game Area
8,725 acres located in Minden, Austin, Argyle and Wheatland Townships. Features one of the largest bog habitats in the state. See Map on page 25.
Sanilac Sportsman Club 3200 Goetze Road Deckerville, MI 48427 810-376-8402
Sanilac State Games Area
989-872-5300 Field Office 900 acres located in Greenleaf Township, Germania Road 1/4 mile south of Bay CityForestville Road. Area is open to the public for hunting, fishing, hiking and cross-country skiing. No motor vehicles are permitted. This area also offers a handicapped accessible hunting trail. See Map on page 25.
Skating
Colleen J. Howe
1773 Main Street, Minden City Arena, Sanilac County 989-864-3535 4-H Fairgrounds 4 bowling lanes, call for appt. 260 Dawson Street, Sandusky Kautz Shore Lanes 810-404-5985 6840 S. Lakeshore Road, www.sanilacicearena.com Lexington Open skating November 810-359-5211 through March on Friday, 12 bowling lanes Saturday and Sunday.
Lakeview Hills Lanes
6560 E. Peck Road, Lexington 810-359-7333 lakeviewhills.com 16 bowling lanes. See ad page 3.
Liberty Lanes
100 Kristian Drive, Sandusky 810-648-9860 www.bowllibertylanes.com 16 bowling lanes & family dining. Available for special events up to 300 guests!
Melody Lanes
2511 Black River Street, Deckerville 810-376-9235
Flying
The Vultures Soaring Club, Inc.
Marlette Township Airport Marlette Contact: Gary Parmentier 248-975-6016 parmeng@comcast.net
Horseback Riding Above & Beyond Farms
Deckerville 810-376-3902 Lessons, riding & boarding
Double H Horse Farm Deckerville 810-650-7431 Summer horse camps, equine clinics, training, boarding, lessons and showing.
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Mystic Mountain
6010 S. Lakeshore Road, Lexington 810-359-4653
Snowmobile Trails
Thumbs Up Snowmobile Club
810-376-4909 thumbsupsnowmobileclub.org Seasonal trails depending on the weather conditions. Season normally runs from December through March. Activities are based in Sanilac County. 100 miles of trails run from Sandusky to Deckerville and from Deckerville to Forester, Forestville, Minden City and Ruth. Club members mark and maintain the trails along private land. The club also offers snowmobiling safety classes. See Map on page 25.
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Hunting
Bowling
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RECREATION
Recreation
Off Road Vehicle Use
A new Off Road Vehicle (ORV) Ordinance in Sanilac County allows the maintained portion of most county roads for ORV & ATV traffic. Please note that not all communities & townships have adopted the ordinance. Please bring the kids and drive safely! Several communities may plan organized rides; check sanilaccounty.org for updates. Full ORV details available online in pdf form at: sanilaccounty.net; type in “ORV” in the Search area and click: “Sanilac County’s ORV Ordinance”. See Map on page 25.
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Huron Shores Golf Club, Port Sanilac
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1441 N. Lakeshore Road Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9961 hsgc@att.net www.huronshoresgolfclub.com 18 hole golf course. Huron Shores Golf Club and Restaurant offers great golf and casual dining! Established in 1925 and located 3 miles north of Port Sanilac, golfers will find our 18-hole regulation course challenging and fun to play. Lunches and dinners feature freshly prepared comfortable classics, as well as, weekly highlighted culinary creations. Dine while overlooking beautiful scenic views of the course. Join us! See ad page 18.
Marlette Golf Club 2701 Golf Course Drive Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-3009 www.marlettegolf.com 9 hole golf course
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort
6560 E. Peck Road (M-90) Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7333 Main 810-359-8901 Pro Shop www.lakeviewhills.com general@lakeviewhills.com 36 hole golf course. Two exceptional 18 hole golf courses, full service restaurant and the Walter Hagen Sports Bar. For the golf enthusiast, Lakeview Hills North and South Courses are a must play. Both courses are cut through mature woodlands and offer stunning views from many holes. See ad page 3.
Willow Tree Golf Course 232 W. Galbraith Line Road Melvin, MI 48454 810-387-4001 9 hole golf course
Woodland Hills Golf Course 320 N. Gates Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-2400 www.woodlandhillsclub.com 18 hole golf course. Reservations also available for special events up to 300 guests! See ad page 18.
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort, Lexington
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Huron Shores Golf Club
Golf Courses
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort, Lexington
A get-away would not be complete without a round of golf, or so many vacationers claim. If that’s true, then Sanilac County will be high on the list of Michigan vacation destinations. With 5 courses to choose from, golfers have the opportunity to test their skills at many different levels. From the 36 hole Lakeview Hills course, located in Lexington, to the 9-hole Marlette Golf Club, all golf courses boast beautiful fairways and greens, and all are open to the public. Three of them: Huron Shores, Lakeview Hills, and Marlette have full service restaurants and bars, where golfers can relax well into the evening hours. There’s never a stranger in the group when golfers gather, so come and spend some time with us. Whether it’s your first time on our courses or your 100th, you’ll always be welcomed!
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Community Parks
Brown City
Brown City Community Park Cade Road, south of Main Street (M-90) Picnic tables, pavilion, playground, grills, portable bathrooms, five ball diamonds, tennis and basketball courts. Park is open from April - November.
Carsonville
Carsonville Park Located behind the fire hall off Maynard Street. Ball field, picnic tables, pavilion & grills. Both photos courtesy Susan Morse
Croswell
Riverbend Park Swinging bridge, playground, splash pad, picnic Brown City tables, pavilion, grills. Open from dawn to 10 pm. Community Park Gingersnap Park Cade Road Small park north of Howard Street. Playground. Cros-Lex High School Truman Park 5461 E. Peck Road Truman and Ward Streets. Basketball court and Croswell, MI 48422 playground equipment. 810-679-1500 Graham Park Wilson Park, Deckerville Located off Roach Road Located off Park Street Tent camping with water. 810-376-9505 Open all year round. No vehicles allowed. Marlette Deckerville Community Park Wilson Park 3 blocks east of Van Dyke Located off Park St., south of Black River St. (M-53) on Chard Street 810-376-9505 Lester Street Park Picnic area, basketball court, shuffleboard court, Lexington County Park tennis court, horseshoes, playground 3885 S. Lakeshore Road and volleyball. Snowmobile trailhead. Pavilion available for rent. Not open Tuesday. Patrick Tierney Veterans Park Memorial Park Off Black River Street. Playground equipment, Peck Memorial Park sandbox, basketball courts, and picnic tables. Open Peck Road Sandusky High School from 8 am to 10:30 pm. 191 Pine Tree Lane Forestville Sandusky, MI 48471 Forestville Park 810-648-3401 Off Cedar Street. Playground Equipment.
Tennis Courts 810-648-5550
Marlette
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Public Water Parks
Marlette Community Park 3 blocks east of Van Dyke (M-53) on Chard Street. See ad page 12. Croswell Splash Pad Riverbend Park NEW IN 2013! At the end of Maple Street, by the Swinging Bridge – FREE! Open daily, 10am7pm during summer. Call for a start date 810-679-2299. See ad page 6.
Marlette Community Park & Pool - 17 acres 3 blocks east of Van Dyke (M-53) on Chard Street Community park with tennis courts, softball diamonds, playgrounds, sand volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, picnic pavilions, basketball court, swimming pool, wading pool and bathhouse. See ad page 12. Memory Park Off Angle Street Playground equipment, a pavilion and picnic tables.
Riverbend Park at the Swinging Bridge, Croswell
Melvin
Melvin Village Park On Galbraith Line Road Playground equipment, pavilion, picnic tables, grills, electrical, ball field, and bathrooms. Closes at 10 pm.
Minden City
Francis A. Lautner Memorial Park Off Main and Third Streets Picnic tables, two pavilions, ball field, playground equipment, volleyball and basketball courts, and grills. Closes at 10 pm.
Lexington
Lester Street Park Tennis courts, picnic tables, grills, softball/baseball field, basketball courts, skateboarding, 1 mile walking trail, grassy area. Open 7 am - 11 pm. Patrick Tierney Memorial Park Playground equipment, bathrooms, boardwalk, breakwall, beach, picnic tables, grills, tennis courts and parking. Location for Music in the Park. Open 7 am to 11 pm.
Peck
Peck Memorial Park Off Peck Road Playground equipment, pavilion, picnic tables, grills, electrical, ball field, tennis and volleyball courts and bathrooms. Closes at 11 pm.
Port Sanilac
Harbor Park Main Street Playground, pavilion, tables, bathroom, grills. Dawn to 10 pm. Location for Music at the Harbor series. Bark Shanty Community Center Ball fields, ice rink and basketball court. Dawn - 10 pm. Port Sanilac Fire Hall Beside Fire House on M-25. Playground equipment. Farmers Market in summer. North Park 1/2 Block North of Orchard Street. Pavilion, grills, beach handicap accessible.
Sandusky
Sandusky City Park Off Speaker Street Ball fields, volleyball court, two pavilions, picnic tables, grills and handicap accessible playground equipment. Closes at dusk. Diamond Trail Off Maple Valley Street One mile paved trail for walking, jogging, biking and in-line skating, benches. Lexington Park, Lexington
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County Parks
www.sanilaccountyparks.com
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Parks
Delaware Park - 111 acres 6301 N. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Palms, MI 48465 810-622-8715 14 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25 Nature trails, swimming beach, fishing, hiking trails and picnicking. See ad page 30.
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4731 Van Dyke Road (M-53), Cass City, MI 48726 989-872-6600 9 miles north of M-46 on M-53 on the Cass River 147 sites, playground, recreational field, picnicking, hiking, fishing, pavilion, handicapped accessible bathrooms & campsites and camping with sewer hookup. See ad page 30.
Forester Park - 68 acres
2820 N. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Carsonville, MI 48419 810-622-8715 6.5 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25 190 sites, showers, park store, horseshoes, playground equipment, nature trails, swimming beach, picnic pavilions, fishing, arcade, running water, cabin rental and camping with sewer hookup.. See ad page 30.
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Evergreen Park - 68 acres
Lexington Park - 27 acres
3885 S. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-7473 3 miles north of Lexington on M-25 Tennis courts, beach, picnicking, playground equipment, restrooms, pavilion & horseshoes. See ad page 30.
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Both inset photos courtesy Susan Morse
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Marinas
Port Sanilac Harbor
810-648-5550
7276 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9610
Port Sanilac Marina
7365 Cedar Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9651 www.portsanilacmarina.com Full service deep water Lake Huron marina, located in Port Sanilac Harbor. Offering new & used boat sales, dockage, outside storage, inside heated storage and service. We carry Catalina Yachts, Hunter Marine, J Boats & MJM Boat lines. Main building also contains ASA Sailing School, Ice Cream Store in lower level as well as Uri’s Waterfront Dining which overlooks the harbor. See ad page 2.
Bark Shanty Marina 65 S. Lake Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-404-4414
Lexington State Harbor
7400 Huron Avenue, Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-3000 www.lexingtoncharterboat.com
SailTime Detroit & Sea Hawk Sailing School
7365 Cedar Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 Contact: Jim Kaza Office: 586-778-5152 Cell: 586-838-8714 SailTime Detroit www.sailtime.com Sea Hawk Sailing School www.seahawksailing.com jkaza@sailtime.com ASA Certified sailing lessons, day sailing and US Coast Guard captained charters. Unlike other sailing schools, this facility is located far from the noise and stress of urban locations, offering a peaceful and quiet setting to practice and gain confidence in your new sailing skills.
Charter Fishing
Arndt
4140 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450 386-212-4030
Southeast Charters
4037 E. Stilson Road Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-4552 Captain: Craig Burch Vessel: 28’ Aluminum Marinette. Species: Lake trout, salmon, & walleye.
Charter Dives
Four Fathoms Diving Inc. 7320 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-DIVE
Huron Explorations Co. Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-4638
Huron Venture 45 N. Flower Street Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-4226
Rec & Tec Dive Charters Inc.
Port Sanilac, MI 48469 Contact: Gary D. Venet Sr., Captain Miss Port Sanilac 586-994-7858 (cell phone) 810-622-9651 www.rectecdivecharters.com www.portsanilacmarina.com Oldford’s Marina Email: scuba4us@hotmail.com chester@portsanilacmarina.com 7400 Huron Avenue 45 foot Coast Guard Inspected Tour The “Sylvia Anne” is a 2002 SeaHawk Lexington, MI 48450 wide beam 360, Coast Guard inspected Boat, 34 Passenger Capacity. 810-359-5410 vessel. She is 36 ft. long with a 14 ft. Weddings, Funerals, Cruises, Parties, Large Party Fishing and Diving Groups. beam. Certified for 14 passengers. Contact: Captain Chester S. Kolascz Miss Port Sanilac Port Sanilac Marina. See ad page 2. Miss Port Sanilac 810-622-9651 810-622-9651 www.portsanilacmarina.com Model T www.portsanilacmarina.com chester@portsanilacmarina.com 7277 Simons St., P.O. Box 39 chester@portsanilacmarina.com 45 foot Coast Guard Inspected Tour Lexington, MI 48450 45 foot Coast Guard Inspected Tour 810-359-8910 Boat, 34 Passenger Capacity. Boat, 34 Passenger Capacity. Weddings, Funerals, Cruises, Parties, www.cqilex.com Weddings, Funerals, Cruises, Parties, Large Party Fishing and Diving Groups. Large Party Fishing and Diving Groups. Captain: Ron Cutler Contact: Captain Chester S. Kolascz Vessel: 28’ Fiberglass, Sports Fisher Contact: Captain Chester S. Kolascz Port Sanilac Marina. See ad page 2. Amenities: 10’ Beam Port Sanilac Marina. See ad page 2. Species: Walleye, perch, salmon, lake trout, steelhead, & browns. 7411 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-5600
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Charter Cruises
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Sailing
Area Beaches Delaware Park
14 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25. Small beach, picnic tables, pit toilets, roadside park and rustic camping. See ad page 30.
Forester Park
6 miles north of Port Sanilac on M-25. Picnic tables, hiking, nature trails, bathhouse, shelter, running water, large public beach and camping. See ad page 30.
Lexington Park
3 miles north of Lexington on M-25. Tennis courts, picnic tables, public beach. See ad page 30.
Patrick Tierney Memorial Park
Located in Lexington. Playground equipment, bathrooms, boardwalk, breakwall, beach, picnic tables, grills, tennis courts and parking. Location for Music in the Park series. Open 7 am - 11 pm.
Port Sanilac Harbor Public Access/Beach
Located at the north side of the breakwall in Port Sanilac, is a public area that is used for a beach.
Bait & Tackle
Port Sanilac Bait & Sporting Goods 7305 E. Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-531-1510
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Whether your sailboat is your “cottage on the lake” or your “one design racer”, sailing has been rooted in Port Sanilac since the harbor was built in 1951. With the addition of a second Harbor of Refuge located in Lexington in 1975, sailing has become a popular recreation activity for vacationing mariners and local sailors alike in Sanilac County. The Sanilac shoreline has become an excellent vantage point for viewing the legendary Port Huron to Mackinaw Yacht Race. This race, held in July each summer, has become more of a spectator sport than ever. The new race course has the 300 boat fleet hugging the shoreline. The spectacular scene of colorful spinnakers contrasted against the deep blue waters of Lake Huron are a sight that postcards and vacation memories are made of. Local Port Huron Racing Federation (PHRF) boat racing is held from late May through late September. The Bark Shanty Sail Club hosts theses races along with an annual Lake Huron Yachting Association regatta.
Fishing With the ice breakup in late March comes the excitement of early spring fishing. The water is still cold and it gives the angler an advantage for finding trout, salmon or steelhead. The fish seek the warm water of the stream runoff and are close to shore. Shallow water fishing is most productive. Most fishing tournaments are run in May and early June. As the water warms, the big fish go deep and offshore. By late June the perch start coming in. Perch populations have grown in recent years. The DNR reports that the Sanilac area has been an anomaly for perch count. Perch fishing in the past couple of years has stayed strong right into the fall when the salmon and trout run. The fall months bring the spawning season. Brown trout are frequently caught near streams and harbor entrances. In September and October of 2008, the DNR expanded their fish plantings out of Port Sanilac. A fish count completed at that time showed a good cross section of species in the twenty to forty foot depth contour.
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Water n o i t a e r c Re
Diving Since the shipwreck discovery of the steamer “Regina” in the 1980’s, recreational diving has exploded along the Sanilac shoreline. There are over 14 different wrecks within an hour of Port Sanilac or Lexington. Water clarity has dramatically increased in Lake Huron over the past 15 years. It is not uncommon to hear reports of 75 foot visibility. Deep and shallow water dives are equally rewarding. With all the interest generated by the many wrecks of the Great Storm of 1913, the Sanilac Underwater Preserve was formed to protect these wrecks from treasure hunters and salvagers. Commercial dive charters operate out of both Lexington and Port Sanilac harbors. Compressed air and dive supplies are available in Port Sanilac. Several Detroit metropolitan area dive shops organize dive trips to the Thumb area.
Kayaking Kayaking along the shores of Lake Huron is gaining in popularity. The clean, clear water; the calm, soothing action of the waves; and the beauty of the shoreline all combine to give the novice or experienced kayaker a refreshing experience. Take the opportunity to explore isolated beaches easily accessible from the water. Now with the introduction of the Tip of the Thumb Heritage Water Trail linking Saginaw Bay, around Lake Huron through the southern tip of Sanilac County, distances between landings can be as little as a mile or less. Visit thumbtrails.com for more info. See map, page 25. Photo courtesy Sanilac County Parks: Forester Park, Port Sanilac
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Sanilac County Photo Contest Category Winners
1 Shannon Arbaugh, People Enjoying Our Amenities 2 Charity Carello, Still Life & Scenic Views
3 Susan Morse, Tourist Attractions & Events 4 Shannon Arbaugh,Water Sports & Other Activities
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Thank You
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Since 2009, amateur photographers have been providing beautiful photos that show some of Sanilac County’s best features. Images in this booklet are not possible without their help. Thanks again for inviting us into your part of Sanilac County!
Open Invitation
The Sanilac Tourism Association is now accepting entries for the 2014 photo contest. Full details available at sanilaccounty.org. Be a part of the fun!
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Sanilac County, Michigan Key to Map Airport Boat Ramp / Marina Kayak / Canoe Launch Site Snowmobile Trail Head ATV/ORV Friendly County*
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Largest county in Michigan’s lower peninsula Geographical Size: 961 Square Miles Elevation: 600 - 900 Feet Physiography: Rolling plains, lake border plains Growing Season: 140 - 160 days Annual Precipitation: 29 - 32 inches Average Snowfall: 40 - 60 inches Forest Type: Aspen - Birch, Maple - Beech Fall Colors: Early October County Seat: Sandusky
Shipwreck State Game Hunt Area / Attraction County Park City, Town, Village
Distance from Metro areas We’re closer than you think!
Bay City 1 - 1/4 hrs Detroit 1 - 1/2 hrs Flint 1 - 1/4 hrs Frankenmuth 1 hr Lansing 2 - 1/4 hrs London, Ontario 1 - 3/4 hrs Port Huron 1/2 hr Saginaw 1 - 1/4 hrs Toledo, OH 2 - 1/2 hrs Toronto, Ontario 3 - 1/2 hrs
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* Sanilac County is an ATV/ORV friendly county with just under 1,500 miles of gravel roads. It is the USER’S RESPONSIBILITY to know the law. Read the local county ordinance BEFORE RIDING. County ordinances are NOT identical. You CANNOT RIDE on personal property. User MUST OBEY all traffic laws. Maximum speed is 25 mph. NO RIDING available in Moore Township (including M-19/M-46 intersection at Elmer to north of Snover) RIDE WITH CAUTION in Amish areas (including villages and surrounding areas of Brown City to Marlette). Enjoy your ride! Full ORV details available online in pdf form at: sanilaccounty.net/ PublicPages/SearchResults.aspx?Target=ORV and click here: Sanilac County’s ORV Ordinance
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Breakfasts Bed &
Hollands Hollands Little Little House House in in the the Country, Country, Port Port Sanilac Sanilac
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Butler Photography Bed & Breakfast
5774 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450
Captain’s Quarters Inn
810-359-5910
www.bbonline.com/ mi/butlerphotography
7277 Simons Street, P.O. Box 39 Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-2196
www.cqilex.com email: westwind@greatlakes.net
Carroll House Bed & Breakfast
7307 Simons Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-5702
www.carrollhousebandb.com
Country View Bed & Breakfast
3723 S. Van Dyke Road Marlette, MI 48453
989-635-2468
Holland’s Little House Bed & Breakfast
1995 N. Huron View Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-9739
www.connieholland.com email: always@avci.net
Inn The Garden Bed & Breakfast
7156 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-8966
www.inngarden.com
A Night to Remember Bed & Breakfast
5712 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7134
www.anighttoremberbandb.com www.lexingtonmichigan.org
Powell House Bed & Breakfast
5076 Lake Shore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-5533
www.powellhouselex.com
Raymond House Inn
111 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-8800
www.theraymondhouseinn.com email: hrbrlite@sbcglobal.net
Seldom Inn Bed & Breakfast
167 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-0788
email: sgw67@hotmail.com
ShadyRest Bed & Breakfast
3288 Lakeshore Rd Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-5866
ShadyRestBandB@gmail.com www.shadyrestbandb.com
Bellaire Motel, Port Sanilac
Azure Tides
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Hotels & Motels 3832 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-8460
Beachcomber Resort Motel & Apartments
3601 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-8859
Bellaire Motel
120 S. Ridge Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-9981
Cros-Lex Lodge
5060 E. Peck Road Croswell, MI 48422
810-679-2400
Harbourfront Motel
5689 Old Orchard Bluff Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-8906
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort
6560 E. Peck Rd. Lexington, MI 48450
888-355-4004 810-359-7333
www.lakeviewhills.com email: frontdesk@lakeviewhills.com
Lakewinds Motel
6997 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-5196
email: lakewindsmotel@yahoo.com
Last Chance Motel
7024 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-9258
information not available
Thumb Heritage Inn
405 W. Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471
810-648-4811
DeMott’s Westpark Inn
440 W. Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471
810-648-4300
www.demottswestparkinn.com
White Feather Motel
5773 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7777
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Cottage Rentals
810-648-5550
P.O. Box 546 Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7774 810-712-0031
www.a1cottages.com email: a1cottages@a1cottages.com
Affordable Lexington House
7332 Lester Street Lexington, MI 48450
586-775-1141
www.thelexhouse.com email: jcstanson@wowway.com
Amber Lane Gifts & Crafts Family Vacation Rental
2450 S. Lakeshore Rd. Applegate, MI 48401
810-622-0642
www.rentalbug.com email: amberlanegifts@gmail.com
Auntie Mary Ann’s Hideaway
7380 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450
734-765-5655 734-455-3804
email: map0313@yahoo.com
B & G Lakeview Cottage
7341 Satinwood Lexington, MI 48450
586-977-0672
email: www.gailtali@aol.com
Beautiful Lexington
7333 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450
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Boyington House
7294 Boyington Street Lexington, MI 48450
586-803-0124
www.beesky.com/boyingtonhouse/ email: boyingtonhouse@yahoo.com
Celtic Cottage
7314 Cedar St., P.O. Box 69 Port Sanilac, MI 48419
810-300-3393 810-622-9565
email: omarac@sbcglobal.net
Country Cottage
7236 Lester Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7134
www.victorianantiquesemp.com email: vaemporium@yahoo.com
Cozy Cottage For Rent
7318 Willow Court Lexington, MI 48450
586-453-1341
email: nicolegros3682@hotmail.com
Cutest Cabins
2927 S. Lakeshore Road Applegate, MI 48401
810-359-2800
Fairwinds Cottage
5115 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-8785 810-404-7484
www.fairwindslexington.com email: fairwindslexington@yahoo.com
Green House Cottage of Lexington
8407 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
586-791-9422 586-713-6160
www.thegreenhousemichigan.com www.TRAVEL-MICHIGAN.STATE.MI.US
1995 N. Huron View Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-9739
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A-1 Cottage Rentals
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5269 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-679-4143
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5795 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7910
Lexington Dayton House
7333 Huron Avenue Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-7774
www.a1cottages.com email: a1cottages@a1cottages.com
Lusky’s Lakefront Cottages
8949 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-327-6889
www.luskys.com email: vacation@luskys.com
Nymph & Seadog: 2 Lakefront Cottages
8469 & 8471 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
616-669-5187
www.nymphandseadog.com
Piazza’s Cottage
2898 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-2231 248-542-9581
Rose Cottage
36 S. Lake Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-8343
email: gallery890@yahoo.com
Sarah’s C&C Cottages: 2 Cottages
173 S. Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-0788
email: sgw67@hotmail.com
The Red Cottage
7782 Cherry Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-327-2578
email: theredcottage@yahoo.com
Whale Rock Cottage
4489 Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-0133 810-334-9544
810-858-7742 www.whalerockcottage.com
Whispering Willows
7373 Kilkare Street Lexington, MI 48450
734-354-6078
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Campgrounds
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Blue Water Campgrounds
3995 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-5112
information not available
ad on pg 30
Evergreen Park 9 miles North of M-46
4731 Van Dyke (M-53) Cass City, MI 48726
989-872-6600
www.sanilaccountyparks.com evergreen@sanilaccountyparks.com
ad on pg 30
Forester Park 6.5 miles North of Port Sanilac
2820 N. Lakeshore Road Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-8715
www.sanilaccountyparks.com forester@sanilaccountyparks.com
Foster’s Bar, Grill & Campground 2 miles North of Forestville on M-25
8070 N. Lakeshore Road Forestville, MI 48434
989-864-3200
Holiday Beach Resort & Campgrounds
420 N. Lakeshore Road Port Sanilac, MI 48469
248-356-2600
information not available
Lake Huron Campground
2353 N. Lakeshore Road Carsonville, MI 48419
810-622-0110
www.lakehuroncamp.com info@lakehuroncamp.com
Lexington RV Resort
7181 Lexington Blvd. Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-2054
www.lexingtonRVresort.com lexingtonRV@sbcglobal.net
4.5 miles North of Port Sanilac, on M-25
Camping
Sanilac County Parks
www.sanilaccountyparks.com County system consisting of four parks: Delaware Park, Evergreen Park, Forester Park, and Lexington Park. Each contains various forms of camping and recreation in rustic environments. See ad page 30.
Lake Huron Campground
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Camp Rentals
Photo courtesy Darcy Mann
All 3 photos courtesy Shannon Arbaugh
Camp Ozanam
7303 Walker Road Carsonville, MI 48419
810-622-8744
www.aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org
Camp Stapleton
3753 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-622-8744
www.aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org
CYO Boys Camp
1295 S. Lakeshore Road Carsonville, MI 48419
810-622-8744
www.aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org
CYO Girls Camp
1564 N. Lakeshore Road Port Sanilac, MI 48469
810-622-8744
www.aod.org/cyo/camps ckrucker@cyodetroit.org
YWCA Camp Cavell
3335 S. Lakeshore Road Lexington, MI 48450
810-359-2267
cavell@campcavell.org www.campcavell.org
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Lexington Municipal Mobile Home Park
5203 Main St., Lexington, MI 48450 810-359-8241 • lmmhp@att.net www.villageoflexington.com See ad page 31.
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Sanilac County – Agri-Tourism Farm Markets
Of course, not to be outdone by the emotional benefits of shopping at Sanilac County Farm Markets, is the opportunity to purchase fruits, vegetables and other delectable goods from local producers, many of whom use organic methods to grow their crops! Port Sanilac’s Farm Market is located on M-25, just north of the Fire Hall, and is open late May 10 through November 1, on Fridays. The Farm Market then opens Saturdays from June 15 to September 14. For more information, visit them at www.portsanilac. net. Sandusky’s Farm Market is located on M-46, at the edge of the Sanilac County Courthouse Lawn and is open May 10 – October 31.
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Farm Markets provide emotional as well as nutritional ingredients to a person’s life. According to Lewis (2013), farm markets can improve your sense of well-being through the feeling of community that is often generated at a farmer’s market. As a tourist in Sanilac County, you can get an impression for the makeup of the community, and you can share in the close-knit atmosphere that is part of rural living. For instance, in the two weekly farm markets that take place in Sanilac County, you can catch a glimpse of life in Port Sanilac, a small resort town along the shore of Lake Huron, with a population of just over 600, or in Sandusky, Sanilac’s county seat, with a population of nearly 2800. In both communities, everyone is considered a neighbor, whether you live within the village or city limits, in the surrounding townships, or are simply passing through on a vacation. Become a part of the rich tapestry of rural life, if just for the time that you are shopping at the Farm Market. Take part in the conversations that surround you, and revel in the warm friendliness that naturally emanates from people who feel a connection to everyone around them.
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Sanilac County – Agri-Tourism Berry Farms and Orchards
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If your desire is to obtain the freshest farm products possible, consider visiting one of our pick-your-own berry farms or orchards. McCallum’s Orchard, Cider Mill and Winery is located at 5697 Harris Road, Jeddo, at the southern border of Sanilac County. They plan to open for the season on May 1 and have a wide variety of U-pick or Already-picked fruit available, such as apples, cherries, raspberries, blackberries, peaches, grapes and pumpkins in season. McCallum’s also holds a Kids’ Day and Pumpkin Festival in the fall. In addition, they can host your next conference, barbeque, party or trade fair on their grounds. Check out their website, www.mccallumorchard.com, or call 810-327-6394 for more information. Near Port Sanilac, Messing Menagerie Farm welcomes you, specializing in naturally raised cattle and organic vegetables. At the Menagerie Farm you can order pork, beef or goat, or visit their selfserve roadside produce stand, open in May for the asparagus season, and continuing through the summer and fall with a seasonal election of corn, beans, tomatoes, squash and pumpkins, to name just a few. Or try Bingle Berry Farm, on Marlette Road, just outside of Croswell, open July and August, specializing in blueberries and blackberries. While in Croswell, also check out the Croswell Berry Farm on N. Black River Road for blueberries and blackberries.
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A blueberry farm not to be missed is the Green Thumb Blueberry Farm just east of Sandusky on Stringer Road. Specializing in both picked and U-pick blueberries and raspberries, they also offer a wide variety of vegetables in season as well, including peppers, sweet corn, beans and tomatoes. Also near Sandusky, on N. Stoutenburg Road, is Kurt Long’s Garden, open in June for strawberries and other produce. West of Sandusky, on Wheeler Road in Snover, visit Thistledown Farms to purchase produce and to observe the day to day operations of an organic processing plant. Tours are available by calling ahead: 810-672-9496. And, in the northern part of the county, don’t miss the Kritzman Berry Farm, on Brush Street in Deckerville, offering strawberries during the season of May and June. In the southwest part of the county, just south of Marlette on M-53, visitors will find the Volz Market. Open year-round, Volz’s carries farm fresh produce in season as well as groceries, bulk foods and gardening/yard supplies.
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In addition to farm fresh food production, Sanilac County has a burgeoning wine-making industry! Blue Water Winery located at 7131 Holverson Road south of Port Sanilac hosts on-site wine tasting throughout the season and offers a grape picking event in the fall. For the full list of their wines and their hours of operation, check out their website: www.bluewaterwinery.com, or call them at 810-359-5012. Look for their wines being served in several Sanilac County restaurants, or visit their retail shop, Old Town Hall Winery in Lexington, specializing in wine tastings, wine sales, food, and live musical entertainment year round. Located inside the Orchard Market at McCallum’s Orchard is Sandy Shores Winery. This winery features several varieties of wine made from the types of fruit they produce, such as apple, blackberry, pear blanco, cherry, peach, and concorde grape. So, when you’re tired of soaking up the sun and surf at one of Sanilac County’s beaches, enjoy another aspect of Sanilac County that makes us such a wonderful place to visit: our Farm Markets, Orchards and Wineries! Reference: Lewis, L (2013). An emotional harvest at your local farmers’ market. The Tribune, February 5, 2013. Retrieved from http://www.sanluisobispo.com/2013/02/05
M-25 in Lexington
Tues. is .99c Coney Day! Wed. is Cruise Night! Timeless Classics
Only 3 blocks N of Downtown
Outdoor Patio with Lakeview
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Blue Water Sports Bar & Grill
A & W Lakeside Family Restaurant
5309 Main Street, Lexington 810-359-8522 awlexington.com On M-25 in Lexington, only 3 blocks North of Downtown. Tues. is .99c Coney Day! Wed. is Cruise Night! Try Something DELICIOUS From Our New Menu: Burgers, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, Chicken, Salads & More... Home of the Famous Root Beer. See ad page 37.
8 N. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-0176 bluewatersportsbar.com The Blue Water Inn was here for over 75 years, and we have brought the building back to its original 1850’s facade. We have a bar with a full menu: chicken wings, burgers, pizza & more. We have TV’s so you won’t ever miss a game. Play pool, darts & your favorite tunes. See ad page 37.
Bob & Jamie’s Grill
57 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky 810-648-4299
D’ville Diner
Bake Krazy Bake Shop 3474 Main Street, Deckerville 56 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-0031 bakekrazy@att.net www.bakekrazy.com One stop bakery & baking supplies outlet. Coffee & a wide variety of baked goods. Our experienced staff can create baked goods for your special event. We also carry a range of Wilton baking supplies. See ad page 37.
Beagio’s Pizza & Restaurant
3003 Main Street, Marlette 989-635-2015
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Beck’s Village Café & Ice Cream
5349 Main Street, Lexington 810-359-8686
Bench Warmers Restaurant
440 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky 810-648-4300 Inside DeMott’s Westpark Inn
Big Boy Restaurant
422 W. Sanilac Rd, Sandusky 810-648-4530
810-376-9565
Burger King
505 W. Sanilac, Sandusky 810-648-2286
Bush’s Restaurant
6513 S. Lakeshore, Lexington 810-359-5801
Cadillac House
5502 Main Street, Lexington 810-359-2621 www.cadillachouse.com
China Lee
58 E. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-5850
Coach House Tavern
2701 Golf Course Dr., Marlette 989-635-3478
Corner Café
3452 Main Street, Deckerville 810-376-8450
Country Cove Restaurant
247 E. Lapeer Street, Peck 810-378-5144
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
286 E. Sanilac Ave., Sandusky 810-648-3301
Eddie G’s
6484 W. Marlette Street, Marlette 989-635-7829
Dining The Forester Inn
2422 N. Lakeshore Road (M-25), Carsonville 810-622-8606
Gillis Hotel
1773 Main Street, Minden City 989-864-3535
Ginger’s Café
4237 Main Street, Brown City 810-346-2020
Gwen’s Galley
77 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky 810-648-4448
Harrington Inn Restaurant
4164 Main Street, Brown City 810-346-3266
Huron Shores Golf Club
1441 N. Lakeshore Road, Port Sanilac 810-622-9961 See ad page 18.
Jeff’s Marketplace
5455 N. Main Street, Lexington 810-359-5180 Business 810-359-8911 Deli
Jerry’s Foodland
35 Kristian Street, Sandusky 810-648-4310 Business 810-648-4514 Deli
Kautz Shore Lanes & Restaurant
6840 Lakeshore Road, Lexington 810-359-5211
Kayla’s Kafé
1740 Van Dyke Road, Decker 989-635-2453
Lakeshore Market
7023 Lakeshore Road, Lexington 810-824-8558 lakeshoremarket@ greatlakes.net www.lakeshoremarket.com
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort
6560 E. Peck Road, Lexington 810-359-7333 www.lakeviewhills.com See ad page 3
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Laings Garden
3070 Main Street, Marlette 989-635-2939
Liberty Lanes
100 Kristian Drive, Sandusky 810-648-9860
Linda Lou’s Bar & Grill
4397 Main Street, Brown City 810-346-2640
Little Caesars
• 467 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky 810-648-4066 • 3381 S. Main Street, Marlette 989-635-7502
Luv More Ice Cream Co. 3295 Main Street, Marlette 989-635-2020
Main Street Grill
2954 Main Street, Marlette 989-635-8216
Mainstreet Café
40 S. Elk Street, Sandusky 810-648-2320
Marlette Livestock Restaurant 6381 Euclid Street, Marlette 989-635-0177
Lakeview Hills Golf Resort, Lexington
Mary’s Diner
14 N. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-9377
Mary Ann’s Diner
4000 Main Street, Brown City 810-346-4122
McDonald’s
• 174 S. Howard Avenue, Croswell 810-679-0042 • 450 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky 810-648-2465 • 3430 S. Main Street, Marlette 989-635-3877
Steis’s Village Inn
5523 Main Street, Lexington 810-359-5090 steissvillageinn@sbcglobal. net
The Van Camp House LLC
135 N. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-0558
Willis’ Marketplace
The Stone Lodge
173 N. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-9622
Subway
7270 Huron Ave, Lexington 810-359-5450 See ad page 36.
156 S. Ridge Street, Port Sanilac 810-622-6200
• 2897 Main Street, Marlette 989-635-5481 • (Inside Walmart), Sandusky 810-648-9856 • (Inside Ben’s Supercenter), Brown City 810-346-3664 • 5495 N. Main Street, Newman’s Lexington Pub “N” Grub 7264 Lakeshore Road, Lexington 810-359-0000 810-359-8080 Sugar Shack rdnewms@aol.com 13 W. Lapeer Street, Peck 810-378-5971 Oliver’s Pizza • 2010 Black River Street, Thumbs Up Deckerville 53 N. Howard Avenue, Croswell 810-376-0022 810-679-2220 • 5590 Main Street, Treve’s Pizza Lexington • 4116 E. Main Street, 810-359-2500 Brown City • 2897 Main Street, 810-346-3709 Marlette • 2575 S. Van Dyke, Marlette 989-635-7544 989-635-2320 • 442 S Sandusky Road, Uri’s Waterfront Sandusky, Dining & Spirits 810-648-4975 7365 Cedar Street, Port Sanilac Pizza Hut 810-622-0325 412 W. Sanilac Road, Sandusky www.portsanilacmarina. 810-648-4555 com/uris Riverside The Food…The Friends…The View… Join us for a relaxed, Family Dining 27 N. Howard Avenue, Croswell casual dining experience while 810-679-4771 enjoying a second floor view of Lake Huron. We offer authentic Silver Tavern 2071 Black River St., Deckerville Michigan cuisine using local seafood, beef, chicken, and 810-376-8563 produce. See you soon! See ad page 37.
Woodland Hills Golf Club
320 N. Gates Road, Sandusky 810-648-2400 Banquet facility for reservations only. See ad page 18.
Wimpy’s Place
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Angel’s Garden
7269 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-2496
An Orchard Setting 7353 Brockway Rd., Melvin 810-387-2121
Blue Water Winery
Bonnie Gifts
3563 Main St., Deckerville
Buck-It Sporting Goods LLC
4 W. Sanilac Ave, Sandusky, MI 48471 (810)648-9102 buckitsports@yahoo.com See ad pg 18.
Country Courtyards
7 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-9551
Ehardt’s Pharmacy
7275 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5322 See ad pg 44
Elegant Creative Keepsakes 7 Wells St., Croswell 810-679-4475
Fine Things
519 N. Lakeshore Rd., Port Sanilac 810-622-8978
Gifts Etc.
8065 3rd St. (M-25), Forestville 989-864-3570
Harbor Light Gallery & Gift Shop
180 Davis St., Croswell 810-679-3298 See ad pg 40.
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7247 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-2300 noblelexington.com
7272 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-8900
Old Town Hall Winery
5475 N. Main St., Lexington 1-810-359-5012 oldtownhallwinery.com “Where the past meets the present - and good friends come to meet.” Food, Music, Wine Sales, Tasting Bar and Wine by the glass - and a really fun staff!! This is a tasting room for Blue Water Winery and Vineyards. See ad pg 36.
22 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-4480
212 W. Sanilac Rd., Sandusky 810-648-2506
Sandtown Florist
Irish Rose Gift Shoppe Sandy Shores Winery 7282 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5340
Karen’s Creations
32 S. Elk St., Sandusky 810-648-2690 See ad pg 40
Croswell Greenhouse
The Lexington General Store
2440 N. Lakeshore Rd., Carsonville 810-622-8266
7363 S. School St., Melvin 810-378-5082
Heritage Gardens
3990 Mowerson Rd., Brown City 810-378-5530 loisandcompanyembroidery.com
3381 S. Main St, Marlette 810-635-3275
Noble
1015 N. Lakeshore Rd., Port Sanilac 810-622-0464
Pearls & Lace
6385 E. Sanilac Rd., Carsonville 810-622-0373
Creative Expressions Flowers & Gifts
The Forestore
111 S. Ridge St. (M-25), Port Sanilac 810-622-8550 harborlightgallery.com
15 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-8661
Country Settings
Memories of Ireland Gift Shop
5697 Harris Rd., Jeddo 810-327-6394 www.mccallumorchard.com Inside McCallum’s Orchard. See ad page 14.
Lois & Co. Embroidery Steel Magnolias Mainstreet Memories 3477 Main St., Deckerville
Marketplace On Main
5712 Main St., Lexington 810-359-7134 victorianantiquesemp.com
The Pineberry Shoppe 5435 Van Dyke Rd., Brown City 810-346-2979
The Town Shop
7276 Huron Ave., Lexington 810-359-5151
This N That
19 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-9540
Troyer Furniture Sales 3120 Sullivan Rd., Marlette See ad page 40
Twin Pines Gift Shop
7010 Lexington Rd., Lexington 810-359-8151
Victorian Expressions 3031 Main St., Marlette 989-635-3939
Village Pottery Studio & Gallery
215 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac 810-622-8320
Weekends
• 7266 Huron Ave., Lexington 4235 N. Van Dyke Rd. , Brown City 810-359-3388 • 912 Military St. (M-25), 810-724-6010 Port Huron The Beach Boutique 810-987-8833 167 S Ridge St weekendseveryday.com Port Sanilac, MI 48469 See ad pg 40. 810-622-0439 Willow Tree Men, Women, & Childrens 3295 Main St., Marlette clothing, beach attire, 989-635-4884 & accessories.
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7131 Holverson Rd, Carsonville 1-810-622-0328 bluewaterwinery.com “Think Globally, Drink Locally”. Blue Water Winery and Vineyards offers a true old school winery and vineyard experience. This is a winery, vineyard & tasting pavilion that also supplies Old Town Hall Winery. Look for our wines in local restaurants. See ad pg 36.
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Lexington Fishing Tournament Lexington Harbor, 248-802-8365, www. lexingtonmichigan.org
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Sanilac County Spring Showcase Home, Sport & Garden Show, 810-648-9966 Port Sanilac Blessing of the Fleet Port Sanilac Harbor Lexington Memorial Day Parade V.F.W. 11 a.m., Downtown & the Cemetery, 810-359-8804
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Brown City Thumb Soybean Festival Downtown, 810-537-1031 Croswell Fishing Contest 8-11 a.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904 www.cityofcroswell.com Lexington Civil War Re-enactors Encampment Downtown, ruffinimichael@att.net, www. micw150.us/2013events.htm Port Sanilac Visitor’s Free Day Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.org Lexington A & W Antique Tractor Show Main St. North of Lexington 810-359-8522 Lexington Lakeside Craft Show Tierney Park, 10 - 6 & 10 - 5 p.m., Lexington Harbor, 810-359-5992, www. lexingtonmichigan.org Lexington A & W Classic Car Show 11 - 4 p.m., Main St. North of Lexington, 810-359-8522, www.awlexington.com Croswell Family FunFest 12:30 - 4 p.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, www.cityofcroswell.com Port Sanilac Native, Voyageurs & Settlers Days 10 - 4 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.org Croswell Croswell Fair www.croswellfair.org Sandusky Thumb Festival Fireworks, Motorcycle Show, Craft Show & Antique Show, Parade, www.misandusky.com, See ad pg 10
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Lexington Parade 11 a.m. Downtown, www.lexingtonmichigan.org Port Sanilac Parade & Old Time Baseball Game Downtown, www.portsanilac.net Port Sanilac Farm, Hunting, Fishing Weekend Farmer’s Market Marlette Marlette County Fair Days 989-635-2320, www.cityofmarlette.com Croswell Swinging Bridge Festival 810-679-3904, www.croswellswingingbridgefestival.com Lakeshore Port Huron to Mackinaw Sailboat Race Port Huron to Mackinaw, www.phyc.org Lexington Triathlon (bike, run, & swim) 810-841-2550, www.lexingtontriathlon.org Brown City Dare Devil Dash 5K Extreme Run, Brown City Park, 810-887-8310, 810-886-1654, www.daredevildash.com Port Sanilac Festival Weekend Port Sanilac Harbor, www.portsanilac.net Port Sanilac Arts & Craft Fair 10-5 p.m., Downtown, www.portsanilac.net
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Swinging Bridge 5K Run 7 p.m., Cros-Lex High School, Cross Country Trail, 810-679-2793 Lexington Fine Arts Street Fair 10 - 6 / 10 - 5 p.m., 810-841-2004, www.lexingtonmichigan.org Port Sanilac Civil War Days 10 - 5 p.m. Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.org Lakeshore Antique Yard Sale Trail From Marine City to Port Austin on M-25, 810-359-7134, www.lexingtonmichigan.org Port Sanilac Antique Boat Show & Vintage Festival Port Sanilac Harbor Park, 810-622-9931, www.michacbx.com, www.portsanilac.net Sandusky Cruise Night & Car Show 810-648-4445, www.misandusky.com Lexington Sailboat Race Port Huron to Lexington, 810-841-5507 Sandusky Sanilac County 4-H Fair www.sanilac4hfair.com Lexington Margarita Fest Lexington Harbor Croswell Fishing Contest 8-11 a.m., Riverbend Park, 810-679-3904, www.cityofcroswell.com
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Many of our communities cityofcroswell.com celebrate holidays with festivals Deckerville and parades. Please visit the deckervilledcdc.com/eventscalendar. respective websites for a complete html list of happenings or updates:
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September
13 -15 Lexington Bach Festival and Friends St. Denis Catholic Church, 810-359-3388, www.lexarts.com 14 Port Sanilac Wine & Cheese Tasting Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.com 21 Lexington Lexington Days - Outhouse Races 12 p.m., Downtown, 810-359-5450, www. lexingtonmichigan.org 21 Port Sanilac House in Mourning & Cemetery walking tour 11 - 4 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.com 21 - 22 Lexington Lexington Days - Craft Show 10 - 6 / 10 - 5 p.m., 810-359-5992, www. lexingtonichigan.org 22 Lexington Classic Car Show Registration begins at 8 a.m., www.lexingtonmichigan.org
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Lexington HarvestFest Weekend Downtown 810-359-5012 19 Port Sanilac Boo Fest Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.com 19 - 26 Port Sanilac Haunted Village Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.com 31 Marlette Trick or Trunk 989-635-7448, www.cityofmarlette.com
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Port Sanilac
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misandusky.com
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7 Lexington Christmas Tree Lighting & Merchant Walk Santa at 7 p.m., 810-359-5012, www. lexingtonmichigan.org 7 Sandusky “Michigan’s Original” Country Christmas Lighted Farm Implement Parade Weekend www.misandusky.com Marlette Country Christmas Parade 989-635-7448, www.cityofmarlette.com 7,14 Port Sanilac Winter Victorian Dinner Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.com 14 Lexington Christmas Horse Parade 2 p.m., Downtown, 810-404-3415
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24 - 25 Port Sanilac Thumb Pow Wow (Native American Event), 10 - 4 p.m., Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, www.sanilaccountymuseum.org 31 Lexington Thumbfest 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Downtown 586-727-5197, www.thumbfest.org, www. bluewaterfolk.org
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LOCAL EVENTS
Community Event Contacts
Photo courtesy Tom Fisher
Seasonal & Ongoing Entertainment
Lexington Music In The Park Complete Schedule: www.lexarts.com Music In The Park is a series of concerts featuring a variety of professional musicians and are offered free to the public. Concerts are Friday evenings at 7:30 pm beginning mid-June and continuing through late August, at Patrick Tierney Village Park on the shore of Lake Huron. Port Sanilac Music At The Harbor Complete Schedule: www.portsanilac.net Music At The Harbor begins every Saturday starting June 22 and continues through late August 31. You can relax and enjoy various music at the Port Sanilac Harbor. Performance times are 7 to 9 pm. Port Sanilac Classical Church Concert Series Complete Schedule: www.sanilaccountymuseum.org All Concerts are on Sunday and start at 3 pm in the Church Museum and are offered year round. Enjoy various forms of Classical music how it may have been back in the ‘olden days’. Port Sanilac The Barn Theatre Request a Complete Schedule: www.barntheatre.net • 810-622-9114 The Barn Theatre provides a variety of shows throughout the season, from June through September. Shows vary in style from comedy to melodrama to improv. Sandusky Lawnchair Music Series Complete Schedule: www.sanduskyarts.org Lawnchair Music Series takes place on the Sanilac County Courthouse Lawn on Friday evenings from mid-June to midJuly, at 7 pm. This is just a brief listing of events. See www.sanilaccounty.org for complete calendar.
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The Seasons in Sanilac County
No entertainment is as simple, inexpensive, and memorable as taking your family on a road trip. We invite you to visit Sanilac County and experience all we have to offer in every season of the year. In the spring, begin with a breath taking cruise on M-25 along Lake Huron. Bring a picnic to enjoy at Lexington Park. Walk on the beach, collect shells and stones, listen to the gentle lapping of the waves, watch massive cargo ships slip quietly by, and savor the scenery. Depending on how early you’re visiting in the spring, icebergs may be drifting and melting offshore: a perfect photographic opportunity. The summer months offer many of the same pleasures as spring. Picnics, family rides, hiking, swimming, boating, spectacular views of the lake, fishing and hunting are all available in Sanilac County. Many local campgrounds offer a rustic place to stay and have cabins for the frontiersman in you. If your pleasure is simply sitting around the fire to visit with friends and neighbors, this is the place to be! Motels are located in Sandusky for those of us wanting to enjoy a more traditional comfort; and many Sanilac County communities offer Bed and Breakfast accommodations, for a homey, natural experience. Take time to appreciate the farmers as they work fields and plant crops; and take advantage of the fact that Sanilac County ranks #1 in Michigan for the production of many agricultural commodities. A great way to see the fields is to drive the country roads on an Off Road Vehicle (ORV)! A new ORV Ordinance in Sanilac County allows the maintained portion of most county roads to be used for ORV and ATV traffic. Because this is an agricultural county, you can find great variety, quality, and deals at the Farmers Markets in Port Sanilac and Sandusky. Treat yourself to fresh picked fruits, vegetables, flowers, and many other farm commodities produced by local growers. Or stop at any of the many roadside stands scattered throughout the county. The trees are alive with color in the fall. Miles of intense color are there for your pleasure. A gorgeous view can be found around every turn and in the next mile: truly nature at its finest. The farmers are harvesting their fields; and this is a sight not to be missed. The massive machines devour grain by the truckload. Fishing peaks again in the fall with runs of trout and salmon. And, if you enjoy deer hunting, this is the place to be! Winter is exceptional in Sanilac County, with groomed snowmobile trails, hockey for all ages, cross-country skiing, rabbit hunting, and photographic opportunities available, to name just a few. Many Sanilac County communities offer family friendly winter festivals, starting in December and lasting all season. So, no matter the season, come and enjoy the beauty and hospitality Sanilac County has to offer!
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ATM’s
Ad Listing Eastern Michigan Bank pg 46
Serving Sanilac County’s personal & professional banking since 1895. Nine locations to serve throughout Sanilac & St. Clair counties.
Marketing & Print
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Clear Ideas, Inc. 42 Austin Street Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-9966 info@clearideas.biz clearideas.biz
Business serving the local area with quality marketing, design & print services. Digital black/white & color copies! See ad pg 18.
Real Estate
Archie Thomas Real Estate 83 South Ridge Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-9931 atrealestate@sbcglobal.net Offering property sales for the East Ports Region. See ad pg 31.
Town & Country Realty, LLC 7296 Main Street Port Sanilac, MI 48469 810-622-5000 • malindatherealtor@gmail.com • paw_tc@yahoo.com See ad pg 34 & 35.
Assisted Living Stonegate Village 70 W. Argyle Street Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-9410
A Managed Community by www.leisure-living.com Premiere assisted living with new state of the art memory care unit. Beautiful spacious apartments with 24 hour staff to provide personalized care, meals, activities, housekeeping, & laundry. Call for a free meal & tour. Accepting medicaid waiver, long term care insurance, & veterans. See ad pg 46.
Airports
Marlette Township Airport 6725 Airport Road Marlette, MI 48453 989-635-7772 Aviation fuel 24/7 & aircraft repairs. Sandusky City Airport 1213 N. Sandusky Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810-414-3009 Aviation fuel, flight instruction & two mechanics for airplane repair.
Laundromats
Cros-Lex Laundry & Tanning 37 Ward Street Croswell, MI 48422 810-679-4220 Deckerville Laundromat 3479 Ella Street Fitness Centers Deckerville, MI 48427 It Figures Emergency Care Open 7 days 6075 E. Peck Road Deckerville Eastgate Cleaners Croswell, MI 48422 Community Hospital 234 E. Sanilac Road 810-679-4311 3559 Pine Street Lakeview Hills Golf Resort Sandusky, MI 48471 Deckerville, MI 48427 810-648-2310 6560 E. Peck Road (M-90) 810-376-2835 Port Sanilac Coin Laundry Lexington, MI 48450 deckervillehosp.org 29 S. Ridge Street 810-359-7333 Marlette Regional Hospital lakeviewhills.com See ad pg 3. Port Sanilac, MI 48469 2770 Main Street Open 7 days Holistic Care Marlette, MI 48453 Rainbow Laundry Ehardt’s Pharmacy 989-635-4000 & Tanning Salon marletteregionalhospital.org 7275 Huron Ave. 4114 Main Street Lexington, MI 48450 Multifaceted healthcare organization Brown City, MI 48416 810-359-5322 serving Sanilac, Tuscola, Huron, Lapeer 810-346-2570 and Saint Clair Counties. 24 hour fully Certified Clinical Nutrition, Tim staffed emergency room with boardAuto Services Knapp, RPh. See ad pg 44. certified physicians. See ad page 47. Graff Chevrolet Buick The Health Store McKenzie Health System Nutritional Supplements & More 495 W. Sanilac Road 120 Delaware Street Sandusky, MI 48471 160 E. Sanilac Street Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-9850 Sandusky, MI 48471 810-648-3770 graffsandusky.com 810-648-3637 mckenziehealth.org See ad pg 13. thehealthstore-mi.com Serves Sanilac and surrounding counties. Tubbs Brothers See ad pg 37. We offer 24-Hour care provided by 959 W. Sanilac Road Emergency trained physicians. Our team Transportation Sandusky, MI 48471 of practitioners and nurses provide care & Sanilac Transportation services to patients of all ages. See ad pg 48. 810-648-0000 110 Campbell Road tubbsbrothers.com Pharmacies Sandusky, MI 48471
Ehardt’s Pharmacy • 4436 Main Street Area Schools Brown City, MI 48416 Sanilac Intermediate School District (ISD) 810-346-2637 175 E. Aitken Road • 57 N. Howard Avenue Peck, MI 48466 Croswell, MI 48422 810-648-4700 810-679-3900 sanilac.k12.mi.us
810-648-9766 sanilactransportation.com santran9311@sbcglobal.net Sanilac County’s Public Transportation. We provide professional, safe, efficient, and dependable transportation for everyone in Sanilac County. Our buses are 100% handicap-accessible with wheelchair lifts for the mobility impaired. Call and let us serve YOU! See ad pg 44.
Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep dealer. New & pre-owned vehicles, auto service center, quick lube, collision, & towing. See ad pg 31.
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1-800-397-2504 EasternMichiganBank.com Exchange State Bank pg 44 6 locations in Sanilac County 810-657-9333 exchangestatebank.com Applegate Exchange State Bank 2543 South Sherman Road Brown City Exchange State Bank 4482 Main Street Carsonville Exchange State Bank 3992 Chandler Street Deckerville Eastern Michigan Bank 3636 Main Street Exchange State Bank 3397 Main Street Lexington Eastern Michigan Bank 5446 Main Street Port Sanilac Exchange State Bank 55 South Ridge Street Sandusky Eastern Michigan Bank 324 S. Sandusky Road Exchange State Bank 415 W. Sanilac Road
Educational organization overseeing • 7275 Huron Avenue the school districts of: Brown City, Lexington, MI 48450 Carsonville-PortSanilac, CroswellLexington, Deckerville, Marlette, Peck & 810-359-5322 ehardts.com Sandusky. Also providing services for Nutrition center, natural remedies, Special Education & a Career Center. home medical equipment, oxygen, cards See ad pg 4. & gifts. See ad pg 44.
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