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Contents

Discover more about Up North, people, places, food and events.

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26 26 | DOGS OF THE NORTH From adventure to service, these Northern Michigan dogs embody the heart and joy of the North.

32 | EPIC DAY HIKE The Jordan Valley Pathway in a day. Hike each beautiful mile and make notes for your own adventure.

36 | A BEAUTIFUL HERITAGE REBORN Kathleen Koch just wanted to find a home in the North with her family. As fate would have it, her Polish heritage found a home, too.

PLUS | NORTHERN HOME & COTTAGE (FOLLOWING PAGE 40)

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9 | UP NORTH

It’s spring and that means we’re brunching on sunny Sundays.

Creating without a pattern in Beulah, help for high water and two restaurant “takeovers” not to miss.

45 | LOCAL TABLE Dog treats that have even humans drooling.

15 | APRIL EVENTS

47 | DRINKS

Spring is in the air and these events will have you up and out, embracing the season.

Good mornings start with local coffee.

19 | TRAVEL It’s the start of “wine with a view” season. Head out to the sunshine!

21 | UP IN MICHIGAN

48 | LOVE OF THE LAND Dog-friendly preserves across the North.

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The Joy of Impractical TEXT BY DEBORAH WYATT FELLOWS

I had no business owning my first dog at 24. As such, I regularly counsel young adults, just out into the world and pining for a dog, to wait. But every time I do, I have to wonder, how much less would my life have been without Sara, my “German shepherd/lab/and who knows what else” constant companion through 13 years of change. I wasn’t even thinking about a dog the day my friend called to say he was coming by in his truck with five or six puppies in the back, all headed “to the pound.” I had seen the puppies at his house before without even a hint of thinking of taking one home. But this call from Thom was the last stop before they were dropped off. The magazine staff was a fledgling group of young twenty-somethings who readily leapt up at the word “puppies” and clamored down the stairs from our tiny upstairs office. I was drawn to

the tiniest among them, but Jeff Smith, (many know as Traverse’s longtime and revered editor), kept drawing us back to the one who seemed the most curious, the most engaged. When Thom’s truck pulled away, I was the only one with a puppy in my arms, and yes, she was, very often infuriatingly, curious and engaged. I don’t need to run through what life is like with a puppy and a hugely demanding job. It’s a story many know. But what I will say is that without her, I’m not sure I would have been able to survive those years of the magazine, nor am I sure I would have been able to keep my awe of the place we work so hard to celebrate and capture. Like so many of the dogs we’ve all loved, her joy at seeing me brightened any day. She was intuitive as so many dogs are, seemingly knowing when I just needed her large frame draped across me as I contemplated how to possibly keep the

magazine afloat and all employed. But having Sara in my life also meant that every day, in every season, I was outside. She was a big dog and she needed exercise so we hiked and skied the North—to gorgeous views, into quiet, still valleys, along shorelines. We hiked on such beautiful days that we simply had to lay down in meadows and look up at the sky. We hiked on days when I had to turn my shoulder to the north wind to move forward against the power of the raging storm. We skied with friends or all alone with only the sound of my breath and the creaking trees to break our companionable silence. Having Sara in my life meant I experienced Northern Michigan in a way that etched love and appreciation of what it means to be outside in every day of every season, in every type of weather. With Sara urging me out the door, I experienced the power of nature in 4

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this place and the emotions it elicits: I was calmed, inspired, elated, contemplative, sometimes annoyed and impatient. But always filled with gratitude for what I got to experience, sometimes in the moment, sometimes upon getting to return to a warm home. When I put Sara to sleep just before her 13th birthday, she was pretty much blind and deaf, with horrible arthritis in her spine. By then, Neal, my husband, and I had a 3-year-old and a 10-month-old, and Sara continued to inspire me to walk every day, as far as she could. Mostly that meant a trip down our dirt road to the mailbox, where Ben, our oldest, would dart about gathering treasures he would put into the wagon that carried Peter— when Peter conceded to stay in the wagon. Sara was content to go slow, stopping any time they chose. And sometimes it was her, gently bumping against my leg to let me know she needed a rest—just a short rest. I’d look into those eyes I knew so well and who knew me, and we’d just rest. When it got really bad, it took me three weeks to make it through a single phone call to a vet to ask about putting her to sleep. Losing Sara was like losing an era of my life. I went from being single to being a wife and mom, the owner of a company on life-support to one that looked like it might make it. And in all that was the North she and I experienced together. We were both young, both independent and completely free to explore. And we did—always together. When I tell young people to think twice about getting a dog at their age, I am being practical. It is challenging and a huge commitment. But I know there was nothing practical about pulling that puppy out of the back of that truck. And I might have missed Sara.

Deborah Wyatt Fellows is founder and editor in chief of Traverse Magazine/MyNorth.com. debwf@traversemagazine.com.

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NORTHERN MAKER

Creating Art & Community Jenny Clare’s love of art is designed to include us all. BY MOLLY KORROCH | PHOTO BY DAVE WEIDNER

Jenny Clare creates without a pattern. That open spirit is woven into her art, her store in downtown Beulah, 254 South, and her outreach both in her community and around the world. 254 South, a lifestyle store, showcases one-of-a-kind, handmade and repurposed goods. Some of the featured art is from artists Jenny has recruited from around the world, and some is created by Jenny herself, who is also an artist. She uses a variety of mediums, but most often reworks textile pieces. Jenny first learned to sew as a young girl, but she always found her mother’s strict use of patterns restrictive and frustrating. The clothes these patterns produced simply didn’t

suit Jenny’s personality or figure. “I’m a taller woman,” she says, “Maybe 5’11”, and I was a national swimmer, so I have really broad shoulders.” As she got older, she began crafting her own clothing pieces exactly as she wanted them. Now, when she sews, there isn’t a pattern in sight; each piece is built individually. “It’s more sculptural,” she says. “I’ve been working with fabrics to design appealing outfits for all different sizes.” First, she tries to visualize who might wear the piece. Then the creative process lifts off from there. After 12 years as a vendor at The Red Dresser in Traverse City, Jenny decided to open up her shop about four years 4

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up north | people ago. Like other Northern Michigan businesses, the public face of 254 South hibernates during the winter, reopening for the summer season in mid-May. But behind the scenes, Jenny uses the time to brainstorm and research new people and new ideas to share through her store and with the community. “I’m trying to import different artists,” she says. During the summer, she holds an informal residency where artists get to come and stay in the apartment above the store and work on their art. Eventually, she hopes the program grows and actively collaborates with the community and its needs. “I use my business and facilities to hopefully attract interesting and intellectual artisans,” Jenny says. Every year, she travels all over the world in search of these artisans. “I use the time when the shop is closed to handpick artist residents for the summer.” In February, Jenny was in Mount Dora, Florida, scoping out art for her store and potential artist residents at the acclaimed Mount Dora Arts Festival. Before that, it was Vienna, Austria. This year, she is already scheduled to sponsor the production of a mural in downtown Beulah that will be painted by Detroit-based artist Danielle Ward in late May or early June. When you speak with Jenny, it doesn’t take long to realize she is someone whose brain is always percolating. “I’ve always been busy with my hands,” she says, “Since I was born.” For her, the most important aspect of her work is growing community connection within Beulah and Northern Michigan. “I have multifaceted ideas that might help encourage the community to get off their phones and go see something or work with their hands,” Jenny says. She has already inspired her own kids to engage with the arts: Her daughter, Kelly, is a sculptor currently working on her MFA, and her son, Kurt, recently finished a degree in opera at the University of Michigan. Now, Jenny hopes 254 South and its programs will be a part of a catalyst to attract artistic and thoughtful young people to Northern Michigan. 254SOUTH.COM

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Molly Korroch is a journalist currently based in Suttons Bay. mollyhunterkorroch.com, @mollykorroch

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GREAT LAKES

Homeowners and municipalities along Lake Michigan and Lake Huron have been scrambling for solutions in the last year as water levels significantly exceeded long-term averages threatening homes, family cottages, parks and more. In February, noting the continued high water and a Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy overwhelmed with permit requests, the Michigan legislature voted in a controversial move to allow property owners to install structures to control erosion without a permit. Great Lakes experts agree that anyone considering building a structure for erosion control on their property should educate themselves about the best procedures to result in the least damage to the ecosystem as well as to other landowners along the coastline. To get solid insight into the causes of high water and the best approaches to living with and managing it as a landowner, search online for Michigan Living on the Coast, a comprehensive and informative online guide. (Michigan.gov) Thus far, levels on Lake Michigan and Lake Huron have approached, but not hit, the record highs set in October 1986. Now, according to Great Lakes water level forecasts, these two Great Lakes could join the other three Great Lakes in exceeding all-time highs. It all hinges on how much precipitation falls: If snow, with its snowmelt, and rain persist as they’ve been, Lakes Michigan and Huron will likely surpass the record-high water levels in the next year. If precipitation slows, these lakes will be higher than the average over the years but will not hit or exceed record levels. As many scramble, all are waiting to see what precipitation levels bring. While we cannot control it, we can stay in tune with precipitation and lake levels. Here are a couple of spots to get up-to-date information. —Deborah Wyatt Fellows U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Water Level Forecast lre.usace.army.mil/Missions/Great-Lakes-Information/ NOAA tracks water levels daily. Just click on Michigan on the map. tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov See how a local nonprofit, Fishtown Preservation, is handling high water levels that are threatening Leland’s historic fishing village. MyNorth.com/SaveFishtown

A TRAVERSE CLASSIC In 1861, a teenage girl living in Elk Rapids began a journal “to see in the balance whether I have happiness or grief.” In the end, Fanny Slawson found both. Featured in the January 2001 issue of Traverse Magazine, this incredible story offers a peek at what life was like in Northern Michigan at the dawn of the Civil War. Read it here: MyNorth.com/FannysJournal —Carly Simpson

PHOTO BY ANGELA BROWN

High Water Resources

VACATION VIBES Do you want to go on a private sunset cruise on Torch Lake? Hike a shoreline trail on a remote island with Lake Superior’s waves lapping against jet black boulders? Paddle a meandering water trail watching for eagles flying overhead? We’ve got these travel ideas, and seven more, waiting for you at MyNorth.com/10SummerEscapes. —Carly Simpson

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Kitchen Takeovers The Traverse City food scene is blowing up this April with back-to-back can’t miss culinary happenings at The Cooks’ House and Trattoria Stella.

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The Motor City is headed north to flex its culinary muscles this spring at Trattoria Stella’s Detroit Takeover Dinner on Sunday, April 19. Seven A-list chefs from Detroit’s red-hot restaurant scene will each claim one of the nine courses with Stella’s chef, Myles Anton, on the hook for an amuse-bouche and intermezzo. The courses themselves will remain secret even to resident sommelier and proprietress Amanda Danielson, who has selected multiple wines for each pairing based on her knowledge of each chef’s cooking style. “Andy Hollyday from Selden Standard likes vegetable-forward cuisine and seafood so we’ve curated wine that makes sense for that aesthetic whereas Brad Greenhill has an Asian-inspired restaurant, Takoi, and an entirely wood-fired eatery, Magnet, so his wines range across a wider spectrum.” In addition to Hollyday and Greenhill, the all-star line-up includes Kate Williams of Lady of the House, Doug Hewitt from Chartreuse, James Rigato of Mabel Gray, John Vermiglio of Grey Ghost and Leila’s pastry chef Monica Greer. We’ll be there and so should you.

The Cooks’ House coveted annual Young Chefs Dinner is back with a fresh crop of talent putting their knives on the line. Jen Blakeslee and Eric Patterson’s Wellington Street kitchen has long served as an incubator for some of the region’s best emerging talent and this event is meant to give young chefs at various levels of apprenticeship the opportunity to engineer and execute their own course for a packed house of future patrons. Patterson and Blakeslee give each chef a $500 budget for their course with the chance to pocket anything left after food cost. The 2020 line-up welcomes Scott Mersereau-Kempf from Centre Street Cafe, Emily Stewart from Modern Bird, food truck entrepreneur Bray McCabe of Glendale Ave, The Boathouse’s Madelyne May and Maria Leggett from Trattoria Stella and The Franklin. —Tim Tebeau

Get your tickets for these dinner events at MyNorthTickets.com.

EASTER BRUNCH Brown sugar-glazed ham, carrot cake tinged with cream cheese frosting, a well-stocked mimosa bar ... Northern Michigan restaurants know how to brunch! View Easter brunch menus and reservation information at MyNorth.com/Brunch. Food & Drinks Editor Tim Tebeau highlights eight more local brunch spots with delightfully decadent menus in this month’s Dining Department. —Carly Simpson

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Sports | The Wine Country Wellness series at Black Star Farms includes an hour of Lavender Chill Yoga in the spacious and tranquil Aquarius Room. Suttons Bay. MyNorthTickets.com

Literary | The National

Writers Series presents an evening with Terry McMillan, who has been charming readers with her warmth, humor and powerful female characters for more than 30 years. City Opera House, Traverse City. nationalwritersseries.org

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And More | The Cooks’ House

welcomes Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery for a five-course wine pairing dinner. Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

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And More | The 7th Annual MON

Young Chefs’ Dinner at The Cooks’ House features five of Northern Michigan's best upcoming chefs. Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

Dance | NMC’s Dance WED

Holiday | Pond Hill Farm in

Harbor Springs hosts its annual Easter egg hunt. pondhill.com

HAPPY EASTER

Kids | Peppa Pig Live! is back

with her action-packed show, featuring favorite characters as life-size puppets in Peppa Pig’s new adventure. Interlochen Center for the Arts. interlochen.org

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Department presents a Spring Dance Mix, a delightful program featuring choreography by NMC faculty, students and guest artists. Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

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And More | Short’s Brewing

Company is celebrating fearlessly creative brews by transforming downtown Bellaire into an entire block of local love and awesomeness at its 16th Anni Party. MyNorthTickets.com

And More | Lud Vegas is a

Vegas-themed fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Mason County. Games, food, drinks and entertainment await! Greystone Event Center, Ludington. chamber.ludington.org

And More | The 3rd

Annual Fundraiser for Fido supports Cherryland Humane Society, with all proceeds going to the shelter. Look forward to a wonderful afternoon with your dog-loving friends at Red Ginger in Traverse City. cherrylandhumane.org

And More | Glen Lake

Restaurant Week (April 24–May 2) offers an array of dining options from French fries to French cuisine, with participating establishments creating three-course, prix-fixe menus from $25–$35. visitglenarbor.com

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Save yourself a trip. Call ahead to verify all times and dates. Find more events at MyNorth.com

Art

Make Mine Abstract!: 1-17

An all abstract art exhibition featuring the work of Skye Gentle, Carol E Spaulding, Susan Thompson and many others. Oliver Art Center, Frankfort. oliverartcenterfrankfort.org

Fairs, Festivals and Holidays Mackinaw Raptor Fest: 3-5

The Mackinac Straits are a part of a global migration route for raptors. The Mackinaw Raptor Fest highlights the research and educational work of the Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch. The fest features the following topics: raptor migration in the Great Lakes, raptor count data, climate change, bald eagle research and monitoring, nesting ecology of red-shouldered hawks, photography, field trips and more. Mackinaw City. michiganaudubon.org 3rd Annual Easter Hop in Downtown Gaylord: 4

Taking place from 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., children of all ages will delight in collecting candy-filled plastic eggs from participating businesses and visits with the Easter Bunny as he hops from store to store. Be sure to open your eggs before heading home, as they could contain certificates for special prizes, which must be redeemed at the Old Spud Warehouse by 1 p.m. gaylordmichigan.net Charlevoix Easter Egg Hunt: 11

Charlevoix State Bank and the Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce team up to host the 25th Annual Easter Egg Hunt in downtown Charlevoix at East Park at 2 p.m. sharp. As always, the event is free for children up to 10 years old. More activities will follow the egg hunt. visitcharlevoix.com Easter Brunch at Black Star Farms: 12

Gather your friends and family for an incredible spread provided by Black Star's celebrated culinary and events team. The beautiful Aquarius Room at the Inn at Black Star Farms will be the backdrop for this multi-stationed, strolling brunch, including a Mimosa Bar. Five seating times. Suttons Bay. MyNorthTickets.com Traverse City Chocolate Festival: 19

Michigan’s largest chocolate festival, with special tastings and samples, door prizes, live music and art. Chocolate-inspired art, books and shopping. This is a fundraiser for the Northwest Food Coalition. New venue this year at the Traverse City West High School Athletic Center. tcchocolatefestival.com 84th Annual National Trout Festival: 22-26

Celebrate the opening of the 2020 trout season at the National Trout Festival. Enjoy the festivities, including a car show, carnival midway, kid’s fishing contest, Larry McCray concert, parades, pizza eating contest and much more. Kalkaska. nationaltroutfestival.com

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Kids

Nature

Celebrate the start of spring with Harbor Springs' annual Bowling on Main Street event. At the intersection of State and Main between noon and 2 p.m. Open to kids of all ages; free. harborspringschamber.com

Tapping demonstrations and other maple syrup-related activities, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. There is no cost to attend the event, however, you must have a Michigan Recreation Passport to enter the park. Hartwick Pines State Park, Grayling. grayling-mi.com

Bowling on Main Street: 4

Celebration for Young Children: 25

Join hundreds of little ones and their families strolling through downtown Traverse City and celebrating with activities throughout the area. Events take place at many locations downtown. Free, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. downtowntc.com

Literary

An Evening with Terry McMillan: 9

Author Terry McMillan has been charming us with her warmth, humor and powerful female characters for more than 30 years. And now she’s back with It’s Not All Downhill From Here, a novel filled with an ensemble of McMillan’s strong, dynamic women. In her bestselling novels, McMillan writes about the realities of daily life: love, heartbreak, grief, redemption, work, family and friendships. Those realities continue in It’s Not All Downhill From Here, an inspiring story about healing wounds and charting new paths. Guest host Rochelle Riley joins McMillan for the National Writers Series at the City Opera House, Traverse City. nationalwritersseries.org

Music

Suttons Bay Art Festival Presents Steve Poltz: 9

In the 20 years since his full-length solo debut, One Left Shoe, Steve Poltz has released 13 solo records, spanning the acclaimed 2010 Dreamhouse and most recently Shine On in 2019. NPR summed it up best, “Critics and fans alike now regard Poltz as a talented and prolific songwriter.” Concert with light refreshments at intermission provided by Wren at The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay. MyNorthTickets.com The Schrock Bros BIG Band: 11

The Schrock Bros is a Michigan based family trio. They write and perform songs in the Americana roots/blues/ folk/rock tradition and sing them with soul and sweeping three-part harmony accompanied by guitars, bass and mandolin. Expect a dance party! Concert attendees get a 10 percent discount at Raven Brewing and BBQ in downtown Cadillac. Gopherwood Concerts, Cadillac Elks Lodge. MyNorthTickets.com Take to the Sky Concert : 25

Take flight with the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra during a rendition of exquisite music inspired by birds. Pre-concert talk with Music Director Libor Ondras at 6 p.m. Great Lakes Center for the Arts, Bay Harbor. MyNorthTickets.com NMC Music Department Performances: 25, 26, 28

Apr. 25 Join the NMC Jazz Bands for their Spring Jazz Ensemble Showcase. NMC Jazz Bands and Vocal Jazz Ensemble, with Directors Laurie Sears and Mike Davis. Apr. 26 The NMC Children’s Choir presents its final concert of the season. Enjoy an afternoon of choral music from around the world. Apr. 28 “Space ... the Final Frontier” featuring the NMC Concert Band. Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

And More

Maple Syrup Day: 18

3rd Annual Regional Opioid Symposium: 2

Earth Day Volunteer Workbee at Miller Creek Nature Reserve: 22

Participants will learn about the current trends in substance use, abuse and treatment. Break-out session topics will include human trafficking, harm reduction, chronic pain management, drug trends, trauma and peer recovery. Vendors will be available with information for clinicians and the general public on treatment and support for those faced with substance use disorders. The symposium aims to provide support within the community and educate front-line staff on the latest treatments, as well as providing resources to families impacted by the devastation of substance use disorders. Little River Casino Resort, Manistee. MyNorthTickets.com

Where the Wild Things Grow: 23

Maker Mondays at the Charlevoix Public Library: 13, 20, 27

Join Grand Traverse Conservation District staff in celebrating Earth Day by sprucing up trails and planting native seedlings along sensitive banks of Miller Creek. As spring emerges, trails need some TLC. Activities may include pruning, planting, raking, seeding, litter collection and more. Traverse City. natureiscalling.org Senior Land Steward Angie Lucas with the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and Land Steward Emily Douglas with the Leelanau Conservancy, are teaming up to give an Earth Week talk at Leland Township Library at 1:30 p.m. Angie will share an overview of native spring ephemeral wildflowers that you may at conservancy properties in the Leelanau and Grand Traverse regions. Emily will touch on a handful of her favorite ferns found in the area and highlight a project the Leelanau Conservancy has been creating to spotlight ferns. Leland. gtrlc.org 2020 Earth Day Event at the Civic Center: 25

This is a free, fun, family event to raise environmental awareness. Learn from the Earth Day Partners about recycling, composting, water protection, invasive species, energy conservation and more! There will be prizes and presentations. Civic Center Park, Traverse City. co.grand-traverse.mi.us

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An event for the entire family, Le Cirque Esprit is a collaboration between West Shore Community College and Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts. This powerful new production has quickly established a unique identity in American circus with spectacular tapestry of lights, acrobatics and aerial work. The result is a one-ofa-kind event Billboard Magazine describes as “sparkling moments that defy classification.” Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee. MyNorthTickets.com Murder at the Speakeasy: 18

If you’re looking for a fun and intriguing night out, you’ve come to the right place! Join your friends on an elegant and hilarious journey to solve a murder before the night is through. The murder takes place in Prohibition-era Traverse City. Based on real-life characters that lived, worked and made trouble in Traverse City during Prohibition, this collection of bootleggers, corrupt politicians and coppers, as well as upstanding (and not-soupstanding) society types will be competing to solve the case before the night is through. Food, drinks, bonus challenges and games, prizes, photo strips, tax and gratuity are included in the ticket price. 123 Speakeasy, Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

Apr. 13 Make An Impression: Make designs on different textures of paper, clay or dough with stamps, calligraphy pens and markers or embossing tools. Apr. 20 Make A Mover: Make a cartoon, graphic novel or flipbook that has moving artwork or work on one you have already started and keep improving your drawing skills. Apr. 27 Make It Crafternoon: Make a creation of your own with our maker supplies or bring something you are already working on and use our crafting tools. charlevoixlibrary.org What the Eyes Don’t See Discussion with Dr. Mona: 19

Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha is visiting Benzonia Public Library as part of the Michigan Humanities Great Michigan Read author tour. She will discuss her book, What the Eyes Don't See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City. FLOW Deputy Director Kelly Thayer will facilitate the conversation. Dr. Mona, the founder and director of the Michigan State University and Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative, was named one of TIME magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in the World” for her role in uncovering the Flint water crisis and leading recovery efforts. She was one of the first to question if lead was leaching from the city’s water pipes after an emergency manager switched the city’s water supply to the Flint River in 2014. benzonialibrary.org Boyne Appétit! Restaurant Week: 23-30

Try new eateries and the wonderful food experiences in Boyne City and the neighboring areas of Boyne Falls, Advance, Horton Bay and Walloon Lake. Participating restaurants and other merchants offer delectable specialties with affordable price points for both lunch and dinner. Thru May 3. boynecitymainstreet.com ‘80s Prom Night at the Grand Traverse Commons: 25

Reach way back in your closet, grab the taffeta and all the ruffles for a totally rad prom night out at Kirkbride Hall. Photobooth, dessert, video games and rockin' out to amazing ‘80s jams! Tickets include your first drink and dessert. Adult beverages will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Bay Area Recycling for Charities, a Traverse City nonprofit that offers comprehensive recycling services and eco-friendly products for homes, businesses and events. Traverse City. MyNorthTickets.com

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WINE WITH A VIEW Soak up some springtime sunshine (bevy in hand) at these local wineries with bright blue bay views and plenty of outdoor seating. BY CARLY SIMPSON | PHOTO BY DAVE WEIDNER

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BRYS ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY 3309 BLUE WATER RD., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.223.9303 Brys’ upper deck overlooks rows and rows of lush green vines as East Grand Traverse Bay winks in the distance. Order a frosé (a frozen slushy with pinot noir, riesling, strawberry juice and lemon juice!) and a charcuterie board at the deck’s Skybar to pair with the vineyard views. Ready to wander? Go explore the Secret Garden where more than 6,000 lavender plants, strawberry and blueberry patches, an herb garden, gift shop and more are tucked behind the winery. BRYSESTATE.COM

CHATEAU CHANTAL 15900 RUE DE VIN, TRAVERSE CITY | 231.223.4110 Perched high atop the spine of Old Mission Peninsula, with a patio pointed west and a terrace turned east, Chateau Chantal offers incredible views of both arms of Grand Traverse Bay. June through September, enjoy live local music and happy hour specials on Thursday nights from 5–7 p.m. on the terrace (order a glass of the crisp unoaked chardonnay). Then, walk the Founder’s Trail through the working vineyard. Check-in at the tasting room for directions (Mark’s way is ¾ mile and Arnie’s way is ½ mile). CHATEAUCHANTAL.COM

CHATEAU GRAND TRAVERSE 12239 CENTER RD., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.938.6120 Chateau Grand Traverse was the first winery on Old Mission Peninsula, established in 1974, and its patio sits next to its oldest vineyard, planted almost 50 years ago. A covered, heated portion offers a cozy space on cooler spring days. For the bay view we promised, you’ll need to head down to

the vineyard overlook deck behind the winery where West Grand Traverse Bay awaits. Once you've soaked it all in, head back to the tasting room and find a bottle of the 2017 Gamay Noir to take home. CGTWINES.COM

LEELANAU CELLARS 5019 N. WEST BAY SHORE DR., OMENA | 231.386.5201 This waterfront winery has spectacular views of the crystalclear Omena Bay, that on sunny days seriously looks like the Caribbean Sea. Park your boat at the winery’s marina (yes, very cool), snag a spot below the yellow umbrellas on the patio and sip one of the more than 50 wines. (We love the 2017 Gewürztraminer and 2013 Baco Noir.) Bonus: Tastings are free at Leelanau Cellars, and the floor-to-ceiling windows by the wine bar make you feel like you’re on the water. LWC.WINE

TWO K FARMS CIDERY & WINERY 3872 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., SUTTONS BAY | 231.866.4265 Opened in September 2018, Two K Farms is fairly new to the local wine scene. Do a tasting to find your favorite wines and ciders (you can customize a tasting or try one of the suggested flights: cider purist, fruit forward or award winning). Then settle in with a glass on the porch or next to the all-season fire pit. Both spots have sweeping views of West Grand Traverse Bay. TWOKFARMS.COM Carly Simpson is the curator of MyNorth.com’s wildly popular Daily Splash newsletter. Are you a subscriber yet? MyNorth.com/newsletter

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The Cat Ladies of Benzie County I think you’re either a “cat person” or not. Is there an in between? I don’t know. TEXT AND PHOTO BY EMILY HOPCIAN

ne of the greatest gifts my mom has given me is a love of animals, especially cats. Her career as a veterinarian and her love of helping animals have given our family plenty of stories over the years. She once gifted my dad, who is not the biggest cat lover, a kitten for their wedding anniversary after he casually told her, “Surprise me.” Eighteen years later, Louis Gordon, the cat, is still with us. My dad, Gordon Louis, is too. In middle school, I joined a carpool for my swim team. Our first day, my mom came home from work with no time to spare—and cat litter spilled all over the back of the car. Without time to clean it up, we picked up my friends, including my crush at the time, and went to practice. Cue the flushed face emoji. Another fond memory, in high school: three of my friends dressed up as my family’s cats for Halloween. There’s also the time one of our cats set off our neighbor’s alarm while they

were on vacation. Another time, my dad nearly put a hole in our basement wall to “rescue” that same cat, as we could hear him crying. My sister found him in the garage of our dollhouse minutes before my dad dug into the wall. Needless to say, growing up, we always had quite a few furry friends running around. All of our pets have been and are rescues. They each come with their own story and personality. That’s certainly the case with the kittens and cats that come through Community Cats of Benzie County (CCBC), too. Based in Frankfort, the nonprofit organization was started by my mom, Dr. Carol McKee, in 2016, to reduce the number of unaltered, free-roaming, stray, feral and/or abandoned domestic cats in Benzie County. The organization achieves this mission mostly through trap-neuter-return programs that require a dedicated caregiver for each cat colony and the adoption of placeable cats and kittens.

My mom is deeply motivated to create tangible change and help felines in Benzie County. She’s not alone in this pursuit, working alongside another veterinarian and a core group of volunteers. Dr. Mary Rupley assists with spaying and neutering, vaccinations and more. The volunteers, led by Claudia Lewis and Connie Learnihan, help with fostering kittens and cats, transporting them and helping find homes for them via Facebook, PetFinder, local farmers markets and art fairs. The support of Platte Lake Veterinary Clinic has also been critical to the organization’s success. From her days at Southpointe Veterinary Hospital to Community Cats of Benzie County today, my mom has always surrounded herself with strong, capable women who mirror her love of animals. In person and from afar, I see the time, energy and heart these women pour into CCBC. It’s a relatively small organization, but in just a few years, they’ve made a big impact.4

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TIPS Put out mealworms in the spring. Choose a tray that can hang from your bird feeder; some feeders come with a tray, but if yours doesn’t, there are many to choose from. Fill the tray with either live or dry mealworms.

BACKYARD BIRDWATCHING Here’s the secret: If you want your backyard to be bird-friendly, start with bugs. BY COURTNEY JEROME

Birdwatching in your backyard is fun, but it can be truly rewarding when you provide healthy bird habitats, according to Cheryl Gross, president of Plant it Wild. Based in Benzie and Manistee counties, the nonprofit is dedicated to creating better wildlife environments by educating the public about native plants. Providing the right food environment is key to attracting birds, Cheryl says. That means going beyond feeders and including native plants in your yard—plants that are rich in berries, seeds and bugs. “When you're landscaping for birds, it’s best to landscape for insects,” she says. “Ninety-eight percent of baby birds are fed insects, not seeds. You need a garden in the spring that is jam-packed with bugs and caterpillars.” Berries are also on the menu, but not just any berries. “Birds like berry-producing plants, but it’s very important you use native plants because the nutrition is very different,” Cheryl says. Non-native, berry-producing plants have higher sugar and lower carb content compared to native plants, which have higher carb and fat content, both of which birds need. CHERYL’S BEST BERRIES: ELDERBERRY, HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY

Then there are seeds, and again, not just any seeds. “Echinacea has wonderful seed heads in the fall that are good for adults preparing to fly south,” Cheryl says. Ultimately though, having bugs is the most important component, Cheryl adds, and that means having the right trees. CHERYL’S TRUSTED TREES: CHERRY, WILLOW, BIRCH

And if you truly want to help birds that visit your yard thrive, don’t spray for mosquitoes or other insects. These bugs are necessary for the bird population and a healthy environment, Cheryl explains. “If we let it be and we plant the right plants, we’ll create balance.”

Provide shelter for birds by planting conifers and evergreens. “It’s nice to have a pine or cedar tree on your property so birds can seek shelter during storms,” Cheryl says. Pine tree branches are also ideal for nesting. What about water? “Birdbaths are good to have. Misters and fountains are nice if you want to sit and enjoy the birds, but you don’t need the fancy stuff,” Cheryl adds.

ONLINE RESOURCES Cheryl acknowledges it can be intimidating to decide what plants to buy. Nursery employees are very knowledgeable, but she recommends knowing the plant’s Latin name, too—this guarantees you’ll get the right one. Visit these websites to learn more: plantitwild.net michiganflora.net watershedcouncil.org/native-plants

WHERE TO BUY NATIVE PLANTS RETAILERS Four Season Nursery 7557 Harrys Rd., Traverse City Misty Ridge Greenhouse 6171 N. 11 Rd., Mesick Greystone Gardens 9875 Manning Rd., Honor WHOLESALERS Birdsfoot Native Nursery 4276 Woodman Rd., South Boardman CONSERVATION DISTRICTS Many of our conservation districts, such as Grand Traverse Conservation District, have native plant sales in the spring, offering reasonably priced plants.

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DOGS. OF. THE. NORTH. ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ONLY NATURAL THAT NORTHERN MICHIGAN DOGS WOULD BE KNOWN FOR ADVENTURE, SERVICE, FARM LIFE AND, OF COURSE, WATER. HERE ARE SIX WHO JOYFULLY LIVE THOSE LIVES IN THE NORTH.

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LEADING THE WAY // BOHDIE

Bohdie is Thom and Sharon Behrns’ 21st gift to the blind. The Behrns, who live in Manton, volunteer as “puppy raisers” for Leader Dogs for the Blind, a nonprofit organization in Rochester Hills. Bohdie is their 21st puppy—a 10-month-old “blackcross” (a black Labrador retriever and golden retriever mix). “Our job is to provide tons of love, along with obedience and socialization,” Thom says. “We get the puppy at 8 weeks old and we start taking them everywhere.” Bohdie will spend one year with the Behrns before he returns to Leader Dogs for formal training and actual guide work for another 4–6 months. Bohdie gets another kind of education, too: He goes to school with Thom, a paraprofessional at Manton Schools. “He waits for his next command while sleeping at my desk on a tether,” Thom says. “The students are a great help in raising him.” So, what’s the training hurdle for a leader dog? Other dogs. “We use treat training,” Thom says. “And we also use distance as our friend. Knowing how close we can get while still maintaining and reinforcing good behavior is key. Before you know it, we have moved in very close to another dog and our puppy is behaving as he should.” Whether or not Bohdie becomes a guide dog remains to be seen. “You can’t force the dog to do guide work, the dog makes that choice,” Thom says. —Visit leaderdog.org for more information

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“GREAT” DOGS // BANNER, SHADY AND MURPHY

Christine and David Nelson, DVM (Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine), own Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm and Boutique in Frankfort, where they show, breed and sell alpacas across the United States, as well as sell alpaca products in their two shops. And, just last year, they opened an animal park where people can visit their 50 alpacas, as well as various miniature donkeys and dwarf goats. The farm is a lot of work for all, but the Nelsons say it’s the dogs that keep things running smoothly. “We have three Great Pyrenees—Banner, Shandy and Murphy—

that guard our herd 24/7,” Christine says. “We always joke that the alpacas belong to them, and we work for our Great Pyrenees.” These dogs take their jobs seriously. “They stay awake at night watching over the alpacas and barking warnings to coyotes to stay away,” she says. “Throughout the day, they mark their territory to ward off the threat of cougars and bobcats.” Despite their imposing size and bark, Christine says they are gentle creatures. “They are not aggressive unless there is a threat to their herd,” she says. “The dogs respect the alpacas’ gentle nature, and they try to keep a calm atmosphere among them.” Visitors to the farm will likely see the dogs, but Christine has to remind them that they are working, and sometimes that means letting them nap. “We have a sign on our fence stating, ‘Caution ... Alpacas will steal your heart!’ Well, the Great Pyrenees do as well. There’s truly a reason the word ‘great’ is in their name.” —Check out the farm at crystallakealpacafarm.com

ALL IN A DAY’S WORK // BOB

Thomas Bos is an award-winning photographer and owner of Bos Exposures, but he freely admits he’s known as “Bob’s Handler.” Bob, a 4-year-old labradoodle, has stolen the show. To date, the twosome has more than 15,000 followers on Instagram. Bob’s Instagram debut was during his first adventure, a 2014 trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore at just 9 weeks old. Thomas says he knew his dog was different from Day 1. “If you ever meet Bob, you’re gonna freak,” he says. “His eyes—oh my god—he’s human! And he only woofs, like he’s trying to explain something. I’m not kidding. It’s never mindless barking. You just have to see it.” Thomas took home the People’s Choice Award from The Detroit News this summer for his photography and was also recognized in the prestigious “Nikon 100” list, but he has to admit, “It’s Bob who has fans all over the world.” In 2017, when the pair hiked out on frozen Lake Superior to photograph the ice caves near Grand Island, they were

recognized. “I’m walking across, and Bob, well, Bob’s peeing on stuff,” Thomas says. “Then I hear someone shout, ‘Hey, it’s Bob and you’re Bos Exposures!’ ” Thomas couldn’t believe it. The family was from Wisconsin and had trekked out to see the caves because they’d been following Bob’s adventures online. Since then, Thomas has fielded hundreds of messages about Bob (“Bobbers”), and everywhere they go, Bob gets shoutouts. —Follow Bob on Instagram @bosexposures

THE RIVER’S BEST FRIEND // ‘CEDE

If you look up Borchers Au Sable Canoe & Kayak Livery in Grayling on TripAdvisor, you’ll find as many happy reviews about their five-star dog, Mercedes, as you do the beauty of the river. Her owners, Mark and Cheri Hunter, run the riverside bed and breakfast and canoe livery and when they decided it was time for a dog, they knew they wanted an Australian shepherd lab mix. “Every day my husband would ask me for the ‘name of the day’ for our future puppy,” Cheri says. “One day I said Mercedes, and we could call her ‘Cede (pronounced Say Dee). He hated the name.” Eventually, they found puppies, but they were a long way from Grayling. Cheri called anyway, and the lady had one puppy left. A girl named Sadie. “We made that four-hour drive to Indiana!” Cheri says. Since then, ‘Cede has spent 10 years on the river—and learned a few things the hard way. Like the time she swallowed a treble hook the size of a quarter. “We got her to the vet immediately,” Cheri says, “but I’m a practical person and I thought, ‘How much is this going to cost us?’ ” They knew they were facing lost business on Labor Day weekend, and the cost of the operation. “But the vet ran a scope down her throat and removed the hook at a reasonable rate. ‘Cede did not have a scratch! We were on our way home by 4 p.m. and back to business.” For ‘Cede that meant back to welcoming customers and showing everyone just how much you can love the river. —Find Mercedes and her family at canoeborchers.com

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Corgis are a working breed, and Darwin the corgi is clearly working at becoming famous. Darwin is online in a very big way. He boasts more than 20,000 followers on Instagram and works with six sponsors, including M22 in Glen Arbor. In short (no pun intended), he’s a four-legged star with his personal paparazzi, thanks to his owner Taylor Featherstone. Taylor owns Featherstone Fotography in Traverse City, and her “Adventure Pup” was a gift from her mother on her 21st birthday three years ago. Right away, Darwin began tagging along on hiking and photography sessions with Taylor. “Everyone loves corgis,” Taylor says. “People giggle and gasp—and some have cried—when meeting him.” Fans can watch Darwin shaking off after a dip in the river, hanging out on the beach (with sunglasses on!) or relaxing by the grill. But, Taylor warns, corgis are a herding breed and can be very stubborn and high energy. “Let me get all dog nerdy and say that corgis are definitely not a dog for everyone,” she says. “They are a lot of dog in a small package.” With time and training, the payoff can be big, in having a truly loyal companion up for it all. “Darwin will do almost anything I ask him to do,” Taylor says. “I put a good amount of work turning him into the dog I wanted and equally molding myself into the type of handler and owner he needed.”

THE (BIG DEAL) SERVICE DOG // BAILEE

Everyone loves to admire a service dog. But throw in a mohawk, and the whole world’s a fan. “Bailee is kind of a big deal around here,” says Lucas Clark, a veterans service officer for the Grand Traverse County Department of Veterans Affairs. “She’s very popular and she’s very pretty, and I’m not just saying that.” Bailee is a black lab, German shepherd and Rhodesian ridgeback mix, and the two have been together since she was a puppy. “Bailee is 7 years old, and I have been sober now for four years,” Lucas says. “We have been through everything together. No matter what happens, she is always on my left.” Sometimes that means Bailee does the unexpected. Lucas was doing a presentation on PTSD for a class at Northwestern Michigan College and found himself on stage, too nervous to get started. “Bailee started losing her mind,” Lucas says. “She was barking and jumping on the stage.” Lucas didn’t know what was wrong, but when he got down to calm her, she sat down and nuzzled his hand and wagged her tail. Lucas realized he was no longer shaking; Bailee had calmed him and he was able to finish his speech. “Everybody was staring at Bailee, but she laid there and behaved perfectly because she had completed her job,” Lucas says. “Dad was going to be just fine.”

— Follow Darwin on Instagram @ourevolvingadventure

Kandace Chapple is the editor and publisher of Grand Traverse Woman Magazine. Her essays have been published in Writer’s Digest, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Literary Mama, Motherwell and more. She loves to mountain bike on Northern Michigan trails, hike with her dog, Cookie, and spend time with her husband and two sons. kandacechapple.com // Sam lives in Empire with his wife and a dog of his own. Follow along on Instagram @gnarggles

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Heather Higham had an itch: She wanted to hike the entire Jordan Valley Pathway in one go. The 18-mile trail in the Jordan River Valley, located in the northeast corner of Antrim County, encompasses 18,000 acres of wildland. It winds its way through Mackinaw State Forest, intersects the North Country Trail and follows along the Jordan River, the first in Michigan to obtain the federal designation of Wild and Scenic River. People often choose to hike portions of the trail from one of four different trailheads or to see the view from the main trailhead located at Deadman’s Hill Overlook. Those who want to complete the entire trek usually stay overnight at Pinney Bridge State Forest Campground. But Heather, a Traverse City area photographer who knows the Pathway well, wanted to put it all together in one spectacular day. Step into her adventure, then chart one of your own.

Mile 00: Landslide Lookout. I begin my 19-mile adventure with my pup, Petey, at this unconventional starting spot, thanks to other magical memories I’ve made here. (I watched a lake effect rainbow cascade into the fire-colored valley in October 2017.) Plus, the inspiring view is a perfect way to bookend a long hike. Mile 01: Traipsing on the trail through trillium it’s hard to imagine a more beautiful descent into the valley. I have to remind myself to look up! The canopy appears to be electrified as late morning light filters through newborn leaves. Mile 02: A light fog fills the valley around Section 13 Creek, giving the place an ethereal vibe. It seems like there should be mosquitoes, but the cooler temperatures seem to be keeping them in hibernation. Trillium along the bank pull me in for a closer look. It’s funny the things you find when you aren’t looking for them; a single morel catches my eye. Normally I’d bag it, but I don’t think it will fare well after several hours of jostling alongside my camera in my pack. Mile 2.5: Another Jordan River tributary flows through a sea of green ramps and new understory growth. I hesitate to get the camera out of the pack—it feels like I’m spending a lot of time photographing and I know I have a long way to go—but

the scenery’s siren call is too strong. The air is clearer here, rivaling the pristine water. Those marsh marigolds and the clear sandy bottom sing a sublime spring song. I stow the camera for a bit and march on. Mile 4.5: I’ve climbed out of the valley, yet feel even more embraced by the forest. Loving the layered spring textures; cerulean sky, chartreuse treetops, grey trunks, verdant floor. Mile 06: A wooden fence signals my approach to the Deadman’s Hill Overlook. I’m pleased to see this maple is every bit as lovely in the spring as the fall. The morning’s cheerful puffy clouds have given way to high wispy ones, promising a bluebird afternoon. Grasses, conifers, buds and fresh leaflets bring a surprising array of color to the river valley. Mile 7.5: Following a long descent from Deadman’s Hill, I find myself intrigued by this bowl-shaped meadow full of trickling meltwater. The cedars, as they often do, remind me morels could be near. Maybe I should’ve picked that one a few miles back. Mile 08: A sign indicates a view 0.1 mile away. I arrive at Beaver Pond and take my pack off. I eat, feed Petey and explore the boardwalk, which ends in a long footbridge that once spanned the pond. The blue-green water is a welcome surprise, like a secret treasure tucked under the cover of the surrounding valley. Mile 9.5: At my personal mile 9.5 (not the trail marker), I am back in the exact same spot I was at mile 8! I’m at the landing on the same pond, looking back at the same boardwalk and broken bridge. It becomes obvious that at mile 8, after leaving the boardwalk and rejoining my pack and the trail, I got a little turned around, following old trail markers. I discover that instead of building a new bridge across the beaver dam, the trail makers decided to blaze a trail all the way around the pond. And I’d taken it … all the way around. Frustration builds. Seems like it would’ve been easier to build a new bridge than an entire section of trail. Perhaps I should have a snack. (Note: I’ve since re-done this hike in the fall, and some trail users had made a makeshift path over the beaver dam, and the pond has gone down some.)

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Mile 11: Determined to break my negative mindset, I focus on the details. Trillium, spring beauties, and a variety of violets all catch my attention. Then I stumble across a robin’s egg perched on a shelf fungus. It tugs on my heartstrings because I realize this chick will never hatch, but I appreciate the beauty of the vignette regardless. I’ve been lollygagging, but it’s been worth it to refocus my attitude. Mile 13: Downed logs, swift water and more marsh marigolds. Realizing how slow my last few miles have been, I’m reluctant to stop, but this perfect Jordan River fish habitat pulls me in. Petey enjoys a quick frolic before we take off at what I hope is a decent pace. Mile 17: After crossing Pinney Bridge and making the steep climb away from the river, I feel like I’m almost back. I stop to admire a maple and a beech growing shoulder to shoulder in an interspecies relationship. Love is love. Petey also stops for the first time—all day—and waits patiently for me to photograph the scene. Mile 18: Nothing like a sign to make you feel special. The North Country Trail is a footpath spanning about 4,600 miles across eight states (Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota and North Dakota), yet it only crosses the 45th Parallel here. The trail’s posts always make me feel connected to nature and adventure, but this sign, in particular, feels special. Mile 20: Nineteen miles ticked in at 20 miles thanks to my unplanned beaver pond addition. After more than seven hours, I’m back to my starting point. I admire the view, standing in the hazy late afternoon sun, and then turn toward my car. I feel a sense of accomplishment, relief and gratitude. Also, I’m hungry. Follow Heather Higham’s outdoor adventures on Instagram @snaphappymichigan. Find more of her work at snaphappygal.com

WHAT TO PACK Consider what your likely pace will be over 20 miles; somewhere between 2 – 3mph is a decent estimate. Pack enough water and food for that amount of travel. I recommend something energy- and nutrition-dense, but not heavy, like several RXBAR or Lärabars. If it’s cold, you’ll want to warm these up near your body before eating because they harden significantly at low temperatures. WHAT TO WEAR Dress in layers. I started in a synthetic tank top, a base layer and a down jacket with a hat and gloves. I ended up with the down layer and hat stowed, and the gloves on/off. I recommend waterproof shoes, as there are sections of the trail that remain muddy (real mud pits here) year-round. If your feet sweat, consider a change of socks. The trail is well marked and you can follow along on AllTrails with GPS, though I always conserve cell phone battery use in the wilderness and keep my phone off or in airplane mode when I’m not using it. HOW TO GET THERE The Jordan Valley can be entered from several points. The best routes are from Mancelona. Drive eight miles north on M-66 to Pinney Bridge Road or 11 miles north of Mancelona on US-131 to Deadman’s Hill Road. From the village of Alba, drive northeast on US-131 about six miles to Deadman’s Hill Road, turn left (west) and follow the signs about two miles to Deadman’s Hill Scenic Overlook. To get to Landslide Scenic Overlook, drive 1 K miles west of Alba to Harvey Road and north 1 ½ miles. For more information on the North Country Trail contact the North Country Trail Association. northcountrytrail.org WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO DIFFICULTY Moderate. Expect some hills—most of gradual ascent and descent. CAMPING Pinney Bridge State Forest Campground (also known as Penny Bridge, even on maps) conveniently sits at the midpoint of the 18-mile loop. Find 15 rustic campsites with picnic tables and fire rings, hand pump and vault toilets. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. michigan.gov/dnr MAPS Don’t leave home without one—a good one. The best can be found at the DNR’s Gaylord Customer Service Center (989.732.3541). The East Jordan Chamber of Commerce (231.536.7351) also offers maps, as well as information on guides and outfitters. MichiganTrailMaps.com has a map you can buy online.

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THERE’S A POLISH PROVERB, “FATE THROWS FORTUNE, BUT NOT EVERYONE CATCHES.” IT MUST HAVE BEEN FATE THAT BROUGHT KATHLEEN BITTNER KOCH UNWITTINGLY TO CEDAR. BUT IT WAS TO THE GOOD FORTUNE OF ALL.

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Kathleen Bittner Koch wasn’t thinking about fate a few years ago when all she wanted was to find a place in Northern Michigan to start the farm of her dreams. She and her family chose a place near Cedar, unaware that the village located in the heart of Leelanau County had been settled by Polish immigrants. That heritage has held strong in Cedar for well over a century, as home to the annual Cedar Polka Fest and Pleva’s Meats, opened in 1946 and just now closing its doors. Today, one need only drive through the rolling countryside reading the Polish names on mailboxes and farms to know those roots run deep. So, where does fate come in? Kathleen is from Hamtramck, Michigan, a town famous for its Polish heritage. Not only that, Kathleen’s family owns and operates the well-known Polish Art Center in Hamtramck, and has done so for decades. More than 250 miles away, Kathleen found a home in a town rooted in the culture that has enveloped her entire life. After moving north, Kathleen and her husband started their dream farm, the Polish Heritage Farm, specializing in raising, among other animals, Mangalitsa pigs. But a few years ago, when a storefront in downtown Cedar opened up, Kathleen couldn’t fight the draw to return to the family trade. In 2016, she opened the new Polish Art Center. When you walk into the store, it’s hard to decide what is more immediately captivating, the explosion of color gleaming from the handmade art, decorations and gifts, or Kathleen’s palpable energy and passion for all things Polish. The decorative displays and thoughtful curation of everything in the art center is a direct reflection of her

family’s dedication, stemming from her father’s life-changing trip to Poland many years ago. “My dad went to study in Poland his senior year of high school,” Kathleen remembers. “He studied at the Jagiellonian University and he fell in love with Poland. He came home inspired and determined to own a Polish shop. My parents started the store when they were 22 years old.” Kathleen is still in awe of the decision her parents made at such a young age. “My parents were both from Farmington Hills and they said, ‘We want to buy a store in Hamtramck.’ Their parents were like, ‘You’re crazy,’’’ Kathleen says. “This was just after the riot of 1967. This was not a time to be buying a business in Detroit.” Growing up, Polish culture seeped into Kathleen, whether she knew it or not. “I grew up in a small family business, which for most of my life I probably thought was more of a chore,” she admits. “You hated it and you had to do it.” Years later, she realized it was a part of her, ingrained for life. “It’s taken me a lifetime to learn the inventory, to learn the stories behind everything,” Kathleen says. “Somebody was in here and I was telling him about the amber jewelry. I said, ‘Pine sap comes from the Baltic’, and explained its history. He said to me something like, ‘Do you memorize this?’ I don’t. I’ve just heard it for 30 years. One day, I opened my mouth and I could say it all verbatim.” All of the items in the store are selected by Kathleen and her family. “Absolutely everything comes from the same source. My dad is the source,” Kathleen says proudly.

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You’ll find beautiful handmade items like boxes made from seasoned linden wood from the Tatra Mountain region of Poland. Also, there are items like intricate straw ornaments, books, food, clothing and, of course, the jewelry made from Baltic amber. The amber jewelry has been a favorite of Kathleen and her sister since they were kids. “We were the girls in the family and we’d come to this room and say, ‘Mom, why don’t we have more jewelry here?’ We would always rearrange displays,” she recalls. “It was what we had fun doing and now I do that for a living.” A sure sign of spring is when colorful Easter eggs, called pisanki, begin to appear in the Polish Art Center. Kathleen offers egg painting classes each year, and you’ll see the colorful displays welcoming the warmer months ahead. “People come in here and they’ll say, ‘Oh, I never knew Poland was so beautiful and so colorful,’ ” Kathleen says. Color also abounds in the large collection of Boleslawiec stoneware, one of the most recognizable forms of Polish art. Each piece of pottery is handmade in the town of Boleslawiec by skilled artisans, so no two pieces are exactly alike. “In the southwestern part of Poland where the stoneware comes from, the inspiration was the eye of the peacock feather for over a hundred years,” Kathleen says. “Peacocks were always a sign of royalty. The Polish people would use them in their costumes and as inspiration for their patterns. You’ll notice a lot of the blue and the green, and it’s all hand painted. “Polish people, I swear, they don’t like anything plain. Everything has to be decorated. If I’m going to use it, why wouldn’t it be beautiful?” In addition to providing a new center for Polish heritage in Cedar, Kathleen has also joined up with the group that plans the annual Cedar Polka Fest to bring her knowledge and expertise to the already popular event. Plus, for those concerned about the void in Polish food options that might be left with nearby Pleva’s closing, Kathleen already has a plan in motion. “I carry a whole line of great Polish food from Srodek’s in Hamtramck, like pierogis and potato pancakes,” she says. “Srodek’s is currently state-certified, and they will be going USDA soon. When that happens, they can wholesale all of their meats. Then, I can sell the kielbasa and it’ll all be brought up fozen fresh from Hamtramck every week.” Her dream realized, Kathleen now hopes the art center will not only become a place for visitors from out of town to experience authentic Polish traditions and artisanship, but also a place for locals to gather and celebrate their beautiful culture. One need only step into the warm and colorful shop to realize Kathleen has already succeeded. Chris Loud is the co-founder of The Boardman Review and writes from Traverse City. theboardmanreview.com // John Konkal is an internationally-known photographer who honed his story telling craft in Los Angeles for 30 years shooting for all the major advertising agencies. He’s back home in Michigan now, fly fishing, skiing, swimming and biking in Cedar. John’s Moto; “Be so good they can’t ignore you.” konkal.com / Instagram @jkonkal

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Always Harbor Springs I adore the opportunity to get up to Harbor Springs when I scout for homes. I love it any time of year. Of course, I fall in love in the summer when Little Traverse Bay is steamy blue and dotted with bobbing sailboats and tourists move happily through downtown with its white clapboard storefronts and brimming flower boxes. But I also love Harbor Springs when it is so quiet you can hear snowflakes fall. That was the scene a week or so ago when I shot up US31 from my office in Traverse City to see several homes in the Harbor area. I had a break in between the tours, so I treated myself to a leisurely lunch (and the best Cobb salad I have ever had!) at The Paper Station. From my window seat, I had a full-on view of Main Street. Quiet as it was, I allowed one of my favorite Harbor Springs’ images to flood my mind. The images are conjured from a story I heard many years ago—probably around 1988—from a 100-year-old man I was interviewing for Traverse Magazine. He was born and raised in Harbor Springs and, given his memory was still sharp, he had colorful stories of life in the town before the turn of the last century. One of my favorites was of the pony-pulled sleigh races that would arise spontaneously down Main Street back when Harbor was still a frontier town. My ancient friend called the small, brightly decorated sleighs that were used, cabrioles. He described the drivers as a raucous mix of French, Native American, Métis and anyone else who happened to be passing through to collect beaver pelts. At the sound of a gunshot, off the ponies, drivers and sleighs would go, careening down Main to the finish line at Holy Childhood of Jesus Church. About the time my friend entered his teens, the 1800s became the 1900s and Harbor Springs was moving into its Victorian resort era, when steamboats and trains brought wealthy folks to the region, escaping the stifling heat and crowds of Chicago and Detroit to spend

summers on cool, fresh Little Traverse Bay. Today’s Harbor Springs is a fabulous mix of these two periods. Although extensively remodeled/rebuilt over the years, Holy Childhood still stands at the end of Main Street. The circa 1858 home of Andrew Blackbird, the son of an Ottawa chief who grew up to help his people navigate the strange new culture, is preserved as a museum. And the former city hall, built in 1886, home now to the Harbor Springs History Museum, still graces Main Street. And those Victorian cottages? Well, they are about everywhere you look. With that context in mind, I think you’ll really appreciate architect Nick White’s thoughts in the story “The Timeless Cottage,” on how he designs homes to fit into the local vernacular. You will also understand why Rob Mossburg of Cottage Company (“The New Urbanist Cottage”), believes so strongly in planning his developments so that Harbor Springs remains a walkable, front porch-friendly community. This issue is packed with more great info as well. Check out how function and style can work together in laundry/pet rooms to get us through mud season, find paint colors to spiff up your home’s curb appeal and more ideas for Up North living. Sink in and enjoy the read! P.S. There might not be pony races down Main Street anymore, but on the first Saturday in April each year, townsfolk bowl on Main Street (yep, right in the street) in celebration of spring.

Elizabeth Edwards is managing editor of Northern Home & Cottage. lissa@ traversemagazine.com.

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The first-floor laundry/mudroom follows much of the theme of this modern farmhouse on Torch Lake, particularly the nearby red, white and black kitchen. The entrance to the room is through a sliding red barn door. Transitional cabinetry in bright white provides an accent, and tall architectural windows flood this busy area with light. Metallic tile lines the walls; hand-crafted metallic grass cloth reaches above the cabinets to the ceiling. The counters and sink are warm soapstone. The homeowners are both veterinarians so doggy-details mattered. Stone tiles hide foot traffic, including muddy paws, and the subway backsplash, concrete countertops and dark farmhouse sink allow for quick cleanups.

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he white clapboard cottage, with its exposed rafter tails and wide porches that beg for lazy days, nestles perfectly into its neighborhood of early 19th-century Victorian cottages on Bay Street in downtown Harbor Springs. Only the handsome black-framed windows and doors are a hint that something fresh and new is going on here. A renovation perhaps? That’s precisely the reaction that the home’s builder and developer, Rob Mossburg of the Harbor Springs-based Cottage Company, welcomes when people see his 275 E. Bay Street project. For years, Rob and his wife, Vee, searched for the perfect way to develop a large, very desirable parcel in downtown Harbor Springs that runs from Main Street to Bay Street and fronts on Little Traverse Bay. Throughout their 20-plus year history of building and providing interior design services, the couple has been big proponents of New Urbanism—a term that basically means building and renovating within existing cities and neighborhoods to decrease sprawl and to promote old-fashioned, close-knit communities. “Our goal was to create a project that appeared to have organically developed over time,” Rob explains. This cottage is phase one of a plan that includes a neighboring cottage on Bay Street and a mixed-use commercial property on Main Street with residential condominiums above—all currently under construction.

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To make the cottage a reality, the Mossburgs assembled one of the most renowned design-and-build teams in Northern Michigan: architect Nick White, kitchen and bath designer Liz Firebaugh of Signature Kitchens and their own Cottage Company for the construction and interior design. Rob and Vee’s daughter, Kelly Konoske, took the lead on the interior, imbuing the home with her innovative, young coastal style that still manages to stay true to Harbor Springs’ vintage vernacular. A deep front porch, six-inch-planked white oak floors, shiplap walls and handsome black industrial windows set the stage for a home that makes the view of Little Traverse Bay across the road center stage. Kelly’s touches shine in her own line of soothing, neutral-toned furniture, most upholstered in performance fabric (perfect for a vacation home’s relaxed living), a couple funky, fun midcentury modern floor lamps and two-toned chrome-and-black hardware fixtures. “Personally, I feel that lighting and plumbing are two areas where design has been lacking and where the boundaries can be pushed,” Kelly says. Liz Firebaugh created a timeless kitchen that seamlessly mixes cottage elements (white shiplap walls and ceiling) with a Euro-classic, La Cornue Fe range, a sophisticated marble-like quartz waterfall countertop and transitional frameless white cabinetry. Black industrial windows anchor one side of the space, and opposite, flanking the island, is a stunning glass-doored hutch framed in black. “Black doors are big for 2020,” Liz says.

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The second-story master bedroom is a masterpiece of soothing natural shades and textures. “You just breathe easier when in this room,” Kelly says. The thoughtful design includes a small sitting area between the walk-in closet and the bedroom. “I imagine the homeowner enjoying a glass of wine while getting ready to go out for the evening,” Kelly says. In the adjoining master bath, also designed by Signature Kitchens, the glassed-in shower and free-standing tub are separated from the vanity area by an industrial metal-and-glass room divider that Liz calls another 2020 design favorite. A roof-top terrace with an outdoor kitchen, fireplace and wide-open view of Little Traverse Bay is the climax to this home that harmonizes so beautifully with Harbor Springs’ past and present. Elizabeth Edwards is managing editor of Northern Home and Cottage. lissa@traversemagazine.com

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he owners of this gracious home had been bringing their family for summer vacations to Harbor Springs for years, eventually purchasing a condominium in town where they were happy. Happy, that is, until friends told them about one of the last undeveloped lots in nearby Roaring Brook, one of Harbor Springs’ oldest resort communities. The opportunity to summer in this enclave of Victorian cottages that line Little Traverse Bay seemed almost unimaginably idyllic. It took a bit, but once the idea took root, “We pulled the trigger—bought the land and then moved quickly,” says the homeowner. The couple knew from the get-go that they wanted their home to fit into the community. With that in mind, they hired Nick White, of NJ White Associates in Petoskey. Nick is renowned for designs that preserve the local Victorian vernacular on the exterior while ensuring the home is tailored to modern family living on the interior. “When designing a new lakefront home in a community of traditional, Victorian or Shingle Style homes, we are always torn between the exterior look and the interior floor plan,” Nick says. “The old-fashioned floor plan of a separate entryway, parlor, living room and dining room doesn’t fit with today’s resort living style.”

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The solution, Nick says, is to give careful thought to the exterior. “We try to give each of our homes a timeless feel with the use of traditional siding and trim—shingle, clapboard, tasteful brackets and columns,” he says. “We utilize several different window patterns to avoid the cookie-cutter look of a suburban home. Our goal is to have a home that appears to have adapted itself over the years. We speak the local language when it comes to exterior material selection; we don’t want a home that sticks out. To aid in this timelessness, stonework should not be too tailored and landscaping should not be too structured. The home should fit the neighborhood like an old shoe. When the home has aged several years, it will be hard to tell in what era it was actually built.” In this Roaring Brook rendition of the Nick White philosophy, those elements are articulated in vintage green shake on the upper story where a small round window contrasts with larger, mullioned rectangle windows. White clapboard on the ground level is complemented by handsome (though not ostentatiously ornate) columns planted in stone pedestals that pair with a stone foundation fabricated by local craftsman Giovanni Longo, who also happens to be a third-generation Italian stonemason—and consequently well-versed in creating timeless-looking stonework. A generous porch graces the waterside of the home. “We are a summer resort area and warm weather living in Northern Michigan requires a porch,” Nick says. “The porch should have a high ceiling to avoid darkening the interior. The porch should be large enough to allow a group to sit and converse or eat without the ‘birds on a wire’ effect. No porch is ever too big.” After seeing the work of Scott Kennard of Wentworth Builders in a friend’s home, the homeowners hired him. “We were blown away when we saw his work,” the homeowner says. “Scott is very precise and detail-oriented.” From the scraped-and-fumed white oak floors and Giovanni Longo-built stone fireplace to the shiplap walls, coffered ceilings and custom cabinetry, the home’s interior exudes classic cottage style. A distressed walnut wet bar with antique glass doors, custom-built by Harbor Springs Cabinet Shop, is a particular standout. Thanks to its open floor plan, the home feels relaxed and spacious. “Vacations are a time for togetherness and the concept of a great room (living/dining/ kitchen) gives that togetherness,” Nick explains. “The dining table is not only for eating but for laptops, iPads, puzzles and projects. The living area is not the traditional ‘still life’ where pretty things are off-limits to the grandkids; it’s for living and gathering.”

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Harbor Springs-based interior designer Carrie Blanck of Tres Belle Interior Design worked with the homeowners to accentuate that casual, life-on-the-lake feeling. “The inspiration for the home was the view, and bringing the colors outdoors inside,” she says. “We took our colors from a gorgeous hand-knotted wool rug in the living room and then threaded the shades throughout the home.” Those blues shine in a cluster of hand-blown glass pendant lights over the dining room table and floor-to-ceiling glass tiles in the soaking tub nook. Right down to the outdoor shower that his wife wanted (but he wasn’t too sure about initially!), the homeowner can’t say enough about his new home and the team who designed and built it. “There’s just a super-solid feel to the house,” he says. “It feels as though it’s been there for a while—very established.” Elizabeth Edwards is managing editor of Northern Home and Cottage. lissa@traversemagazine.com

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S2S brunch is all love and synergy. It’s the delicious dialogue between a fish cake, bacon marmalade, confit’d fingerling potatoes and a sunny side egg. It’s a palate cleanse of citrusy singleorigin coffee after a rich bite of scone. It’s the chemistry between sweetheart coproprietors and chefs Stephanie Wiitala and Jonathan Dayton as they bring their culinary creativity and passion for good food driven by local farms to bear each morning on the packed breakfast tables at their stylish micro-eatery in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. The brunch menu’s offerings are seasonally fluid and nontraditional in all the best ways: Cold months might be cellar vegetables like butternut squash cooked in a savory morning risotto with oyster mushrooms and bacon or 10-grain porridge slowly simmered with buttermilk, farmer’s cheese, spiced nuts and last autumn’s apples. Read on this month as we follow our morning hunger to some of the North’s best brunch spots. SUGAR 2 SALT BEEF AND WAFFLES: ROOT VEGETABLE WAFFLES, SLOW ROASTED BEEF BRISKET, POACHED EGG, HOLLANDAISE, CRISP LEEKS, PEA SHOOTS

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Lie in bed late, perk up with a cup of locally roasted joe then go be your best brunch self at one of these on-point eateries.

CAFE 106 106 N. RATH AVE., LUDINGTON | 231.425.3669 If barn building is on your Saturday agenda, tuck into 106’s Country Benedict: grilled biscuits with poached eggs, sausage and, yes, sausage gravy. Better schedule a nap between roof joists.

CRYSTAL CAFE 1681 BENZIE HWY., BENZONIA | 231.383.4395 Benzie’s hungry masses flock to caramelslathered bananas foster waffles and breakfast burgers stacked with ham, egg and cheese.

THE TRIBUNE 110 E. NAGONABA ST., NORTHPORT | 231.386.1055 An early spring wander to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula is rewarded with an airy sugar loaf cake or legit huevos rancheros with salsa verde and Mojo pork.

BENEDICT 405 S. UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.421.1000 Riffs on the eponymous brunch staple include a version with seasonal veggies and a proprietary ‘Northerner’ wherein eggs, thick-cut bacon and tomato cherry jam get piled on house biscuits and doused with hollandaise.

THE TOWNE PLAZA 203 CASS ST., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.929.0900 Chef Chris Hoffman’s unbridled pork evangelism extends to the breakfast table with his Surf & Turf: TP’s piece de resistance built with fried oyster, pork belly and poached eggs covered in red-hot vinaigrette and served over cornbread.

PALETTE BISTRO 321 BAY ST., PETOSKEY | 231.348.3321 Spike your morning blood sugar with brioche French toast slathered in apple maple syrup or be responsible and order a Caprese omelet stoked with tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil. 340 STATE ST., HARBOR SPRINGS | 231.242.4686 This decadent Harbor Springs dining room serves up lemon-glazed ricotta pancakes and an incarnation of avocado toast on grilled focaccia with pickled onions and fried eggs.

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PETOSKEY & MACKINAC STRAITS ALANSON/BAY HARBOR/INDIAN RIVER Dutch Oven Café and Deli French toast and farmers omelet stratas, sandwiches on famous homemade bread. BL • $ 7611 U.S. 31, ALANSON, 231.548.2231

Knot Just a Bar Contemporary sports and oyster bar perched on the Bay Harbor marina. B • $ 4165 MAIN STREET, BAY HARBOR, 231.439.9989

Original Pancake House Crepes, waffles, pancakes, omelettes, egg specialties. LD • BAR • $-$$ 840 FRONT ST., BAY HARBOR, 231.439.2770

NEW The Queens Head Wine pub serving wine, spirits and

draft beer along with delectable pub fare. LD • BAR • $ 250 N. HURON ST., CHEBOYGAN, 231.445.7101

Vintage Chophouse/ Wine Bar All-American steakhouse flavored with retro sophistication. LD • BAR • $-$$$

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Vivio’s Northwood Inn Locals love this cozy, rustic, wildlifedecorated log cabin with Italian cuisine and specialty pizzas. LD • BAR • $-$$ 4531 S. STRAITS HWY., INDIAN RIVER, 231.238.9471

CROSS VILLAGE/HARBOR SPRINGS/ PELLSTON/PETOSKEY Barrel Back Smoked pork tacos, chopped salads, gourmet pizza and pasta, grilled beef tenderloin and more. Over 20 craft beers on tap and signature cocktails. LD • BAR $-$$$ 04069 M75, WALLOON LAKE, 231.535.6000

Beards Brewery Pizza, burgers, salads, wings and culinary surprises including pho. LD • BAR $$ 215 E LAKE ST. PETOSKEY, 231.753.2221

The Bistro Local favorite for saucer-sized homemade pancakes, home-cooked comfort food and soups like carrot bisque and chicken ’n’ dumpling. BL • $ 423 MICHIGAN ST., PETOSKEY, 231.347.5583

Boyne Highlands Main Dining Room—Casual American with Scottish influences. Focus on fresh, seasonal, local ingredients. Seminole Pub. BLD • BAR • $–$$ 600 HIGHLANDS DR., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.526.3000

Chandler’s Brick-walled and -floored dining inside or on the patio offers two ways to savor this art-filled eatery’s upscale menu. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 215 HOWARD ST., PETOSKEY, BELOW SYMONS GENERAL STORE, 231.347.2981

City Park Grill Hemingway drank at the massive mahogany bar in this casual spot. Scratch cuisine, wood grill, hand-cut steaks, pastas, fresh whitefish, and live entertainment. LD • BAR • $$ 432 E. LAKE, PETOSKEY, 231.347.0101

Jose’s Authentic taqueria with made-to-order Mex. LD • $ 309 PETOSKEY ST., PETOSKEY, 231.348.3299

Julienne Tomatoes Fresh sandwiches, comfort food, and homemade pastries like lemon raspberry bars, banana caramel flan. BL • $ 421 HOWARD ST., PETOSKEY, 231.439.9250

Mitchell Street Pub and Café Classic pub with fresh peanuts, fantastic nachos, Maurice salad, patty melts. LD • BAR • $-$$ 426 E. MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231. 347.1801

New York Restaurant Looks like the East Coast, tastes like heaven. D • BAR • $$-$$$ CORNER OF STATE AND BAY, HARBOR SPRINGS, 231. 526.1904

Palette Bistro Little Traverse Bay views with casual upscale dining, outdoor seating and an evolving seasonal menu. Wine bar, weekend brunch and popular happy hour. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 321 BAY ST., PETOSKEY, 231.348.3321 Pour Public House Charcuterie, gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, bruschetta. LD • BAR • $-$$ 422 E MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231.881.9800

Roast & Toast Hip coffeehouse with daily house-made soups, bread, bakery items and salads. On-site coffee roasting. A consistent MyNorth Red Hot Best winner. BLD • $ 309 E. LAKE STREET, PETOSKEY, 231.347.7767

Sam’s Graces Café & Bakery Artisanal bakery and brick oven pizzeria. BL • $ 3393 STATE ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.242.1230 Side Door Saloon Excellent sandwiches, quesadillas, steak, whitefish and pastas. LD • BAR • $ 1200 N. U.S. 31, PETOSKEY, 231. 347.9291

NEW Provisions Wine Lounge Sommelier curated wines by

the glass and bottle, classic cocktails, Michigan craft beer and small plates. LD • BAR • $$ 123 WATER ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.582.2151 Red Mesa Grill Colorful decor and creative Latin American cuisine with Costa Rican and Argentinean influences punctuate this lively spot. LD • BAR • $$ 117 WATER ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.582.0049

Stiggs Brewery Hand-crafted brews, from-scratch food like whitefish cakes, bourbon chicken sandwich, top sirloin wagyu steak. LD • BAR $-$$ 112 S. PARK ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.497.6100 Shanty Creek Resort Lakeview—Innovative regional cuisine at Shanty Creek Resort with a view of Lake Bellaire. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. The River Bistro—Breakfast buffet, sandwiches, pizzas and 45 regional beers on tap; Arnie’s at the Summit—Breakfast, Lunch, (spring-fall) Ivan’s Mountainside Gril—Schuss Village-Pub food. BLD • BAR 1 SHANTY CREEK RD. (M-88), BELLAIRE, 800.678.4111

Short’s Brewing Co. Sip Joe Short’s fabulous brew, and dine from the deli menu in a renovated hardware store. LD • BAR • $ 121 N. BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.533.6622

Terrain Restaurant Honest yet ambitious contemporary American food with a focus on local ingredients. D • BAR • $$ 213 N BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.350.7301

Stafford’s Bay View Inn Gracious 1886 inn with a big veranda, glorious gardens and bay view, American fare. Sun. brunch. BLD • $$-$$$ 2011 WOODLAND, PETOSKEY, 231347.2771 Stafford’s Perry Hotel Circa-1899 hotel with a wraparound front porch and killer views of Little Traverse Bay. LD

Torch Riviera Pasta, seafood, steaks, ribs, pizza. D • BAR • $$

Stafford’s Pier Regional cuisine. Pointer Room—fresh seafood. LD • BAR • $$ Dudley’s Deck—LD • BAR • $$ Chart Room—D • BAR • $$ 102 BAY ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.526.6201 Tap30 Pourhouse Inventive sliders, award-winning chili, Frito pie and more along with 30 beers on tap. LD • BAR • $

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• BAR • $$–$$$ CORNER OF BAY & LEWIS, PETOSKEY, 231.347.4000

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Walloon Lake Inn Exceptional culinary skills play out in a newly renovated, century-old pine-paneled lakeside lodge. D

• BAR • $$-$$$ 4178 WEST ST., WALLOON LAKE VILLAGE, 231.535.2999

Bridge Street Taproom Michigan craft brews, beerfriendly small plates, local charcuterie and bird’s-eye views of the yacht traffic on Round Lake. D L • BAR • $-$$ 202 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3466

Terrace Inn Planked whitefish and housemade desserts in a Victorian setting. D • BAR • $$ 1549 GLENDALE, PETOSKEY, 231.347.2410

The Cantina Tacos and tequila with indoor and outdoor seating. Live entertainment. LD • BAR • $-$$ 101 VAN PELT PLACE, CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3612

Thai Orchid Cuisine Outstandingly fresh and authentic noodles, curries and salads. LD • $-$$ 433 E. MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231.487.9900

Villa Ristorante Italiano Chianti bottles hang from stucco walls and authentic handmade pasta, osso bucco and handrolled cannoli star. D • BAR • $$-$$$ 887 SPRING ST., PETOSKEY, 231.347.1440

Charlevoix Pizza Company Scratch-made dough, fresh ingredients, golden crust, prepared daily. Plus, cheesy bread and wings. LD • $-$$ 311 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.6300 East Park Tavern French-influenced American cuisine featuring prime rib, John Cross Whitefish and specialty cocktails at the Quay Restaurant and Terrace Bar in Charlevoix. LD • BAR • $$–$$$ 307 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.7450

Willow Inspired farm-to-table modern American cuisine with global wine and craft cocktail bar. D • BAR • $$ 129 EAST BAY ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.412.6032

Esperance Gourmets will adore dishes prepared with dazzling technique in this specialty food and wine shop. D • $-$$$ 12853 U.S. 31 N., CHARLEVOIX, 231.237.9300

That French Place Authentic French creperie and ice cream shop. BLD • $ 212 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.6037 Grey Gables Inn Graceful, intimate, Victorian atmosphere across from the harbor. D • BAR • $–$$$ 308 BELVEDERE, CHAR-

CHARLEVOIX & CHAIN OF LAKES BELLAIRE/BOYNE COUNTRY/WALLOON Boyne City Taproom Craft beer, wood-fired pizzas, wraps, burgers. LD • BAR • $-$$ 220 S. LAKE ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.459.4487 Boyne Mountain Resort Everett’s Restaurant & Lounge—Elegantly prepared fish and game dishes. BLD • BAR • $-$$$; Eriksen’s—Stunning view of the slopes and menu with Austrian and German touches. BLD • BAR • $-$$; Forty Acre Tavern— American pub fare with an extensive beer list. LD • BAR • $-$$ ONE BOYNE MOUNTAIN RD., BOYNE FALLS. 844.732.6875

Café Santé Beside Lake Charlevoix featuring bistro classics. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 1 WATER ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.582.8800 Corner Bistro French-inspired small plates, classic cocktails, wine, beer, Sunday brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 102 N. BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.350.7344

Friske Orchards Cafe Cheerful roadside restaurant features farm-fresh breakfasts, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and a bakery. BL • $ 10743 U.S. 31 S., ATWOOD, 231.599.2604 Lake Street Pub American pub with outdoor patio and firepit, BYO mac ‘n’ cheese, cocktails, 26 beers on tap. LD • $ 202 S. LAKE ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.497.6031

Pelican's Nest Gourmet burgers, smoked ribs, sandwiches, salads and homemade desserts. D • BAR $-$$ 5085 SHANTY

LEVOIX, 231.547.9261

Lake Charlevoix Brewing Co. Craft brewery with good eats—grilled cheese sammies, tacos, quesadillas and beef jerky. LD • BAR • $-$$ 111 BRIDGE PARK DR., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3220

Pigs Eatin’ Ribs Real smokehouse with mouthwatering BBQ. Weekend breakfast. BLD • $-$$ 1418 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.7447

Rowe Inn A unique fresh and from-scratch dining experience that has stood the test of time. D • BAR •$$$ 6303 E. JORDAN RD., ELLSWORTH, 231.588.7351

Scovie’s Gourmet Fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and baked goods star here. Dinner is bistro-style comfort food. LD • $-$$ 111 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.237.7827

Stafford’s Weathervane Local fish, seafood and regional cuisine in a Hobbit-style Earl Young stone structure with a massive fireplace overlooking the Pine River Channel. LD • BAR • $$ 106 PINE RIVER LN., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.4311

Terry’s Place Small white-tablecloth eatery with a high tin ceiling. Try the perch or filet mignon. Mouthwatering. D • BAR

• $$ 112 ANTRIM ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.2799

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dining | restaurant guide Torch Lake Cafe Inventive, ultra-fresh cuisine with sharable options like the seafood platter with black garlic butter. Or devour an elevated fried bologna sandwich with pickled green tomato and house Dijon all on your own... BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 4990 US31 N, CENTRAL LAKE, 231.599.1111

Villager Pub ’50s atmosphere, whitefish, Mexican, ribs, sandwiches and pizza. LD • BAR • $-$$ 427 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.6925

ELK RAPIDS/GAYLORD/GRAYLING/MANCELONA Chef Charles’ Culinary Institute of America-trained Chef Charles Egeler makes gourmet pizzas, Ligurian-style takeout pesto, salads and sandwiches in a classic pizzeria. LD • $ 147 RIVER ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.8901

Cellar 152 Gourmet meals to take out or eat in a wine bar on the Elk River. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 152 RIVER ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.9000

The Local All-American breakfast and lunch done better. BL • $$ 145 AMES ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.498.2190

Boone Dock’s Log lodge with roomy deck, shrimp, burgers, steaks. LD • BAR • $$ 5858 MANITOU, GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.6444 Boone’s Prime Time Pub Seafood, steaks and burgers in a cozy cabin with a fireplace and a lively, friendly wait staff. LD •

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Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse Great burgers, hand-cut fries, Sicilian-style pizza. Curling in the winter. LD • BAR • $ 172

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Dick’s Pour House Homemade soups and pies, sandwiches, pizza. LD • BAR • $-$$ 103 W. PHILIP ST., LAKE LEELANAU,

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Fig's Sandwiches, breakfasts, salads homemade with local ingredients. Great selection of vegetarian dishes. BL • $$ 202 WEST MAIN STREET, LAKE LEELANAU, 231.256.7720

Fischer’s Happy Hour Tavern Rustic family-style roadhouse known for burgers, soups and raspberry pie in season.

Paddle Hard Brewing A fun-loving community hangout with artisan tacos, pizzas and brews. LD • BAR 227 E MICHIGAN AVE., GRAYLING, 989.745.6388

Spike’s Keg O’ Nails An Up North classic for burgers since 1933. LD • BAR $ 301 N. JAMES ST., GRAYLING, 989.348.7113 Tap Room 32 Twenty handles of Michigan craft beers and a menu of modern brew-friendly vittles like truffle fries and Korean beef tacos. D • $$ 141 NORTH COURT AVE., GAYLORD, 989.748.8552

The Old Depot 1900s train depot features homestyle burgers, steaks, chops, prime rib, seafood, pies and pastries. BLD • $$ 10826 M-32 E., JOHANNESBURG, 989.732.3115

Sugar Bowl Restaurant This vintage 1919 eatery serves whitefish, prime rib and Greek specialties. BLD • BAR • $$-$$$ 216 W. MAIN ST., GAYLORD, 989.732.5524

Treetops Sylvan Resort Hunters Grille, & Sports Bar. Steak, burgers, ribs, pasta, signature pizza, chicken, fish and glutenfree selections. Featuring a selection of 100 Michigan craft beer, wines, fabulous martinis. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ WILKINSON RD., GAYLORD, 800.444.6711

Shirley’s Café An ultra-friendly, all-homemade oasis. BLD • $ 528 S. WILLIAMS ST., MANCELONA, 231.587.1210

LEELANAU COUNTY 45th Parallel Cafe Artsy spot with creative breakfast and lunch. BL • $-$$ 102 S. BROADWAY, SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.2233 Art’s Tavern Burgers, whitefish, steaks, Mexican and pizza. Smelt year-round at this legendary watering hole. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 6487 W. WESTERN AVE., GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.3754

Blu Exquisite regional cuisine from chef Randy Chamberlain in an intimate setting on Sleeping Bear Bay. D • BAR • $$$$ LAKE ST., GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.2530

The Bluebird A mainstay for locals and boaters since 1927. Specialties: cinnamon rolls, whitefish, seafood, steak, pasta, creative ethnic feasts during the off-season. Sun. brunch. LD • BAR $$ 102 E. RIVER ST., LELAND, 231.256.9081 Big Cat Brewing Company Casual brewery serving comfort food classics including pot roast, French toast and Grandma Ackley’s Carrot Cake. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 8699 S. GOOD HARBOR TR., CEDAR, 231.228.2282

CHEN, 231.276.6979

Judson Market and Restaurant Newly re-branded market and restaurant offering house-made and local items. Glutenfree, vegetarian, full bar. BLD • BAR • $$ 211 E. MAIN ST., KINGSLEY,

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Hearth & Vine Café at Black Star Farms Farm-to-table menu that pairs with Black Star Farm’s wine, cider and craft cocktails. LD • BAR • $-$$ 10844 E REVOLD RD., SUTTONS BAY,

PENINSULA DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.4333

231.944.1297

27, GAYLORD, 989.732.9288

Hofbrau Lively cedar-paneled former general store serves locals and Interlochen performers. Steak, seafood, bluegill and barbecue. Sun. brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 2784 M-137, INTERLO-

Funistrada Casual trattoria features Italian specialties such as veal saltimbocca and lasagna. D • BAR • $$ 4566 MCFAR-

Siren Hall Sup on classics such as short ribs, steak frites, fresh-off-the-plane fruits de mer and homey sides like risotto “tots” and bleu cheese green beans. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 151 RIVER Bennethum’s Northern Inn Fresh eclectic cuisine and updated regional favorites in a cozy Northwoods setting. Creative kids menu, Sun. brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 3917 SOUTH OLD

Dilbert’s Soups, sandwiches, omelets and other home cooking served in a homey atmosphere. BLD • $ 11303 U.S. 31, INTER-

231.263.8120

LANE, MAPLE CITY/BURDICKVILLE, 231.334.3900

ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231. 264.6062

Bradley’s Pub & Grille Burgers, ribs, bluegill, brisket, trout and so much more. LD BAR • $-$$ 10586 US31, INTERLOCHEN,

LD • BAR • $ 7144 N. M-22, BETWEEN NORTHPORT AND LELAND, 231.386.9923

Pearl’s New Orleans Kitchen Every day’s Mardi Gras at this festive spot, where Cajun, Creole, seafood, sandwiches and big brunches accompany lively zydeco, jazz and blues. LD • BAR • $-$$ 617 AMES, ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.0530

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The Homestead Nonna’s Restaurant—Classically inspired, contemporary Italian cuisine. D • BAR $$-$$$ Beppi’s Sports Bar—Hand-tossed pizzas, paninis and salads. D • BAR • $-$$ 1 WOODRIDGE RD. (OFF M-22), GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.5000

Hop Lot Brewing Co. Family-friendly microbrewery with four-season patio and games serving ribs, tacos, wings and a s’more kit to top it all off. LD • BAR • $-$$ 658 S WEST-BAY SHORE DR., SUTTONS BAY, 231.866.4445

Joe’s Friendly Tavern A rustic, comfy spot with bar food: whitefish, burgers, sandwiches, chili and soup. BLD • BAR • $$ 11015 FRONT ST., EMPIRE, 231.326.5506

Knot Just a Bar Fish and burgers in a modern, beachy pub perched over pretty Omena Bay. LD • BAR • $-$$ 5019 BAY

Jolly Pumpkin Wood-fired steaks, fresh fish, and artisan pizzas along with fresh ales crafted on site. LD • BAR • $$ 13512 OLD Mission Table Farm-to-table restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced fare and craft cocktails. D THURSDAY,

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5PM–9PM • BAR • $-$$ 13512 PENINSULA DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.4222

Old Mission Tavern Prime rib, fresh fish, pastas and ethnic specials. LD • BAR • $$ 17015 CENTER RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.7280

DOWNTOWN TRAVERSE CITY Alliance James Beard-nominee Pete Peterson teams with upand-coming chef James Bloomfield at this Warehouse District bistro. LD • BAR • $-$$ 144 HALL ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5545 Amical Friendly French bistro with a bay view, fireplace and street patio. Prix fixe menu from 4–5:30pm. Sun. brunch. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 229 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.8888

SHORE DR. (M-22), OMENA, 231.386.7393

NEW Benedict A family-friendly restaurant offering breakfast

La Bécasse Part the heavy velvet curtains and find a Provençal paradise. D • BAR • $$-$$$ C-675 & C-616, BURDICKVILLE,

405 S. UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.1000

231.334.3944

Market 22 Deli, pizza, bakery. Eat in or take out. BLD • BAR • $ 497 E HARBOR HWY., MAPLE CITY, 231.228.6422

Martha’s Leelanau Table A European-style cafe with an emphasis on regional cuisine made from scratch, including some gluten free dishes and pastries. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 413

and lunch sandwiches, pastries, salads, soups and more. BL • $

Blue Tractor Cook Shop An Old Town favorite with fromscratch farmer food. and Michigan-crafted beers. LD • BAR • $-$$ 423 UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 922.9515

Bubba’s Happening Front Street spot with battered mahi and chips, burgers, chimis, salads and tacos. BLD • BAR • $ 428 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.995.0570

N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.2344

Bu-Shi Gourmet burgers. Fresh sushi. One place. LD • BAR •

North Country Grill & Pub The Boone family keeps the classics (whitefish, prime rib, and yellow belly perch) while flirting with fondue, fried pickles, Phillys and Cubans. LD • BAR • $$

The Cooks’ House A sweet little dollhouse of a spot, home to sustainable local cuisine with a French sensibility. LD • $$-$$$

$-$$ 531 W. FRONT ST., 231.252.3086

420 ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.5000

115 WELLINGTON ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.8700

Pegtown Station Pizza, subs, burgers, sandwiches, salads and breakfast—all done well. BL • $ 8654 S MAPLE CITY RD.,

Cousin Jenny’s Cornish Pasties Homemade pasties. BLD • $

MAPLE CITY, 231.228.6692

Streetside Grille Seafood, burgers, pasta, flatbread pizzas, great beer list and more. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 111 N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.866.4199

The Tribune Ice Cream and Eatery House-cured lox, breakfast burritos, meatloaf sammies and burgers share the menu. BLD • $ 110 E. NAGONABA ST., NORTHPORT, 231.386.1055

Tucker’s of Northport Casual bistro dining with exceptional apps, Great Lakes fish, house-smoked wings, plus Beyond burgers and brats. LD • BAR • $-$$ 116 WAUKAZOO, NORTHPORT, 231.386.1061

Western Avenue Grill Birch-bark-rustic motif with canoes hung from the rafters. Pasta, seafood, whitefish and burgers. LD • BAR • $$ 6680 WESTERN AVE. (M-109), GLEN ARBOR, 231. 334.3362

Wren Contemporary comfort food and a constantly changing menu to feature locally sourced ingredients. D • BAR • $$ 303 N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.1175

129 S. UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.7821

The Dish Cafe Eclectic menu with creative salads, quesadillas, enormous wraps, sandwiches and smoothies. LD • BAR • $ 108 S. UNION, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.2233

Firefly A dazzling small-plate menu, sushi, steaks and burgs at a sophisticated hotspot on the river. BL • $-$$ 310 S. CASS ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.1310

The Franklin Hip downtown eatery featuring flatbread, salads, lamb and beef burgers, bistro dinners. Fabulous wine, craft beer, hard cider and perry. LD • BAR • $-$$ 160 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2727

Georgina’s Asian and Latin taqueria. LD • $ 236 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.1555

The Good Bowl Fresh, authentic Vietnamese eatery. Donates $1 for every bowl to the charity of your choice. LD • BAR $-$$ 328 E FRONT ST.,TRAVERSE CITY, 231.252.2662

The Green House Café Sandwiches, soups and salads. BL • $ 115 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.7687

Grand Traverse Pie Co. Exceptional cream and fruit pies, coffee, baked goods, pot pies, chicken salad and quiche. BL • $ 525 W. FRONT ST. AND 101 N. PARK ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.922.7437

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It takes a team of three bakers to make approximately 4,000 dog treats each day at the Dog Bakery, located inside Traverse City's Pets Naturally. Flavors such as cinnamon swirl, honey bear, thin mint, bark BQ and apple jack are all handmade in small, eight-pound batches with wholesome foods: Michigan-made honey, Michigan cherries, Great Lakes whitefish and local free-range eggs are staples in the kitchen. “All of the treats can be tasted by humans,” says owner and dog lover Kathy Hyland. “The girls in the bakery like to eat the oatmeal soft bites fresh out of the oven!” (With ingredients like whole oats, molasses and cinnamon, we want a bite, too!) Once the treats come out of the oven, the decorating crew takes over, using colorful, yogurt-based icing to add paw prints, hearts and custom messages like “Happy Birthday Bella!” (They do birthday cakes and cupcakes, too!) Then, the treats are off to be packed, shipped and delivered to hundreds of small businesses across the U.S. In Traverse City, find the treats at Pets Naturally, Peppercorn, Benjamin Twiggs and Oryana. They are also available at Friske's Farm Market in Charlevoix. “Pets Naturally and our on-site Dog Bakery is the only shop of its kind in Northern Michigan,” Kathy says. “Our team is dedicated to helping you make healthful and safe choices for your pet.” DOGBAKERYONLINE.COM, PETSNATURALLYTC.COM

Pets Naturally helps support several local animal rescues, including Cherryland Humane Society. Save the date for the annual Fundraiser for FIDO, sponsored by Pets Naturally, on April 26 at Red Ginger in Traverse City.

Our Spring hours vary. Check our website for more details. The Red House in Downtown Suttons Bay 231.271.2344 • marthasleelanautable.com

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dining | restaurant guide Mackinaw Brewing Co. Nautical-themed brewpub offers great house-smoked meats, several styles of beers, tasty burgers, fish and ribs. LD • BAR • $$ 161 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE

Reflect Bistro and Lounge at Cambria Suites Hotel Breakfast, dinner and Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. daily. BD • BAR • $-$$$

Mama Lu’s Modern Day Taco Shop Fresh tortillas with a mix of traditional and modern ingredients at this hip, fun taqueria and bar. LD • BAR • $$ 149 E FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY,

Smoke and Porter Public House An American smokehouse where farm-to-table and whole beast butchery meet the fire pits. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 1752 US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5020 Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel Bourbons 72—Seafood, prime rib and more. D • BAR • $-$$$ 7741 M-72, WILLIAMSBURG,

CITY, 933.1100

231.943.2793

Minerva’s In the historic Park Place Hotel. Italian-American menu, elaborate Sun. brunch. BLD • BAR • $$ 300 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.5093

Mode’s Bum Steer Classic steakhouse serves tender, wellaged charbroiled Black Angus steaks, seafood, ribs, soup, sandwiches. LD • BAR • $$ 125 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.9832

North Peak Brewing Co. Wood-fired pizzas, seafood, sandwiches, microbrewed beer and a jam-packed bar scene. LD • BAR • $$ 400 W. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.7325

Omelette Shoppe Vast array of omelets, homemade breads and pastries, soup and sandwiches. BLD • $ 124 CASS,

255 MUNSON AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.778.9000

231.534.8888

TRAVERSE CITY–SOUTH Boone’s Long Lake Inn Steaks, prime rib, seafood, daily specials. D • BAR • $$ 7208 SECOR RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.3991 Centre Street Café Fine and flavorful sammies. Saturday brunch 10:30am-6pm. Mon.-Fri. Open 10am-3pm. Closed Sunday. BL • $ 1125 CENTRE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.5872 The Filling Station Microbrewery Thin-crusted wood-fired flatbreads and flavorful house brews revitalize the Depot. LD • BAR • $-$$ 642 RAILROAD PLACE, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.8168

The Roadhouse Fresh Mex with a cool cantina atmosphere.

LD • BAR • $-$$ 1058 MICHIGAN AVE., (US 31), BENZONIA, 231.882.9631

Ursa Major Bistro Breakfast, burgers sandwiches. BLD • $-$$ 245 S BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.383.4250

CADILLAC Blue Heron Cafe Dazzling upscale sandwiches, soups and salads as well as from-scratch pastries. BL • $ 304 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.5461

Hermann’s European Cafe Austrian-born master pastry chef Hermann Suhs creates international cuisine, seasonal specialties and divine desserts in an alpenhaus-style dining room. LD • BAR • $$ 214 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.9563

Herraduras Mexican Bar & Grill Authentic dishes like flautas, enchiladas and carnitas, plus shrimp chimis and steaks. LD • BAR • $ 1700 S. MITCHELL ST., CADILLAC, 231.775.4575

Lakeside Charlie’s A fine deck on Lake Mitchell. The hunt club–style restaurant features burgers, aged beef, fish and wild game. LD • BAR • $$ 301 S. LAKE MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.5332

Pangea’s Pizza Pub Craft pies, creative toppings. LD • BAR

Right Brain Brewery Traverse City’s beloved brew pub now at a new location. BAR • $ 225 E. 16 ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.944.1239

Patisserie Amie French bakery and bistro. BAR • LD • $-$$$

TRAVERSE CITY–WEST

BAR • $ 523 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.1810

Apache Trout Grill Rough-hewn eatery affords a great bay view along with ribs, steak, pasta and salad. LD • BAR • $$

FRANKFORT/ELBERTA/ONEKAMA/ MANISTEE/ARCADIA

231.946.0912, AND 1209 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.0590 $-$$ 135 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.9800 237 LAKE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.922.9645

Poppycock’s Fresh seafood, pasta, unique sandwiches and salads, including vegetarian specialties and award-winning desserts. LD • BAR • $-$$ 128. E. FRONT ST. TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.7632

Rare Bird Brewery The likes of pork belly sliders, oysters on the half shell and great burgers served up alongside great beer. LD • BAR • $$ 229 LAKE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2053

Red Ginger Wrap yourself in fresh, sleek surroundings and the spicy-exotic flavors of Asia. D • BAR • $-$$$ 237 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.944.1733

Scalawags Whitefish and Chips Ultra-fresh Great Lakes fish fry. LD • $ 303 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.933.8700 Seven Monks Taproom Pair any of 46 beers on tap (including European Trappist ales) with your burger and lively sides like sweet potato frites and Scotch egg. LD • BAR • $-$$ 128 S.

13671 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.7079

Harrington’s By the Bay Sunday brunch, seafood, steaks, burgers, sandwiches—with a bay view. BLD • BAR

• $-$$$ 13890 SOUTH WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.9393

Nada’s Gourmet Deli & Mediterranean Cuisine Authentic hummus, tabbouleh, chicken shawarma, falafel, the best baklava in Traverse City. LD • $ 542 W FRONT ST, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.6779

PepeNero From-scratch southern Italian cuisine. LD • BAR • $$ 700 COTTAGEVIEW DR., STE. 30, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.1960

Red Spire Brunch House Classic American fare: breakfast and lunch all day. BL • $$ 800 COTTAGEVIEW DR., ST. 30, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.252.4648

Slate Prime cuts of beef and the freshest seafood with inspired toppings and sides. D • BAR • $$$ 250 E. FRONT ST., TRA-

Sleder’s Family Tavern Bar fare and entertainment under the original tin ceiling in one of Michigan’s oldest saloons. Kiss Randolph the moose before you leave. LD • BAR • $-$$ 717

Sorellina Authentic Italian pasta, zuppa and insalate. LD • BAR

The Silver Swan Ethnic fare and killer desserts. LD • $ 13692

Sugar 2 Salt Traverse City's hot brunch spot serves up what is in season. B • $-$$ 1371 GRAY DR., SUITE 300, TRAVERSE CITY,

Spanglish Authentic, homemade Mexican fare with occasional American accents. BLD • $ 1333 YELLOW DR.,

Taproot Cider House Brick oven pizza, great salads, inventive entrees paired with hard cider, microbrews, wine and spirits. LD • BAR • $-$$ 300 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2500 The Towne Plaza Eclectic American cuisine focusing on local ingredients. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 202 E. CASS ST., TRAVERSE CITY,

Trattoria Stella Hip locally sourced fare with an Italian accent. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 1200 W. ELEVENTH, TRAVERSE CITY,

UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.4807

VERSE CITY, 231.421.5912

• $$-$$$ 250 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.5912

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Thirsty Fish Sports Grille Family-friendly sports bar with seafood, burgers, steaks, pasta and a 600-gallon fish tank. Live music on the patio. LD • BAR • $-$$ 221 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.1165

TRAVERSE CITY–EAST Don’s Drive In A ’50s-style diner and drive-in with booths, burgers, fries, shakes, nostalgic jukebox. LD • $ 2030 U.S. 31 N., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.1860

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Aerie—16th-floor panorama of East Bay and regional fine dining. Music on weekends. D • BAR • $$-$$$ Sweetwater American Bistro—BLD • $$ U.S. 31 N., ACME, 231.534.6000

Randy’s Diner Soups, salads, sandwiches, all-you-can-eat cod. BLD • $ 1103 S. GARFIELD, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.0789 Red Mesa Grill Colorful spot with a fireplace, flights of tequila and Latin American cuisine. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1544 US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.2773

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S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.0203

TRAVERSE CITY. 231.943.1453

231.929.8989

West End Tavern Craft cocktails, wood-roasted chicken and more elevated pub fare served up beside West Bay. LD • BAR • $$ 12719 SOUTH WEST BAYSHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2922

Maggie’s Tavern Chili, burgers, steaks, wet burritos and kid selections are served up in a lively 19th-century setting. LD •

Birch & Maple Scratch cuisine prepared with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. Friendly folks and fab craft cocktails. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 727 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.399.0399 Bungalow Inn This former rustic cabin offers steak, ribs and fish-fry specials, perch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1100 28TH ST., MANISTEE, 231.723.8000

The Cabbage Shed Suds, and superb eats like seared scallops, rack of lamb and Ritz-crusted walleye. D • $-$$ 198 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9843

Dinghy’s Local favorite for 25 years with house-smoked meats including famous ribs, half-pound burger, Big BLT, award-winning Friday fish fry. LD • BAR • $$ 415 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4702

The Fillmore House-crafted burgers, salads and wood-fired pizzas (p.m. only), all rich with Michigan ingredients. LD• BAR • $-$$ 318 RIVER ST, MANISTEE, 231.887.4121

The Fusion Asian delights like fiery curries and lettuce wraps (plus creative cocktails) served in a serene atmosphere on Frankfort’s main drag. BLD • $–$$ 300 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4114

Hotel Frankfort Fine dining served up at this in-town inn. BLD • $-$$$ 231 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.8090

L’chayim Delicatessen NY-style deli with sandwiches and bagels. BL • $-$$ 325 MAIN STREET, FRANKFORT, 231.352.5220 Mayfair Tavern Burgers, steaks, fish. LD • BAR $-$$ 515 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9136

North Channel Brewing Co. Watch the action at the drawbridge in a refined industrial atmosphere with meats smoked daily and excellent craft beers on tap. LD • BAR $-$$ 86 WASHINGTON ST, MANISTEE, 231.299.1020

BENZIE, MANISTEE, CADILLAC BENZONIA/BEULAH/HONOR/THOMPSONVILLE Crystal Mountain Resort Thistle Pub & Grille—Wood-paneled eatery, continental and Scottish specialties. LD • BAR • $-$$$ Wild Tomato Restaurant & Bar—Family Favorites. BLD • BAR • $-$$ M-115, THOMPSONVILLE, 231.946.3585 OR 231.378.2000

Geno’s Sports Bar and Grill Burgers, broasted chicken, pizza, soups, salads. LD • BAR • $ 14848 THOMPSON AVE., THOMPSONVILLE, 231.378.2554

Lucky Dog Bar and Grille Burgers, smoked wings, brats, sandwiches, craft beer, cocktails. LD • BAR • $-$$ 223 S. BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.383.4499

Platte River Inn Classic dining in a casual atmosphere. Steaks, Italian, Mexican. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 10921 MAIN ST., HONOR, 231.227.1200

Rock's Landing Eclectic menu combines local ingredients with ethnic influences. Intimate dining, feet from Crystal Lake. D • BAR $$ 1157 CRYSTAL DR., FRANKFORT, 231.399.0158 Stormcloud Brewing Brewing Belgian-inspired ales to pair with inventive, smart bistro fare. LD • BAR • $-$$ 303 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.0118

Taco 'Bout It Mexican Fusion Tavo and Tarrah Hernandez turned their food truck into a restaurant dream-come-true with ultra-fresh tacos on hand-pressed corn tortillas. LD • BAR • $-$$ 344 RIVER ST, MANISTEE, 231.887.4441

Timbers Restaurant Family-owned restaurant with steaks, prime-rib pasta , whitefish, craft beer, regional wines. LD • BAR • $-$$ 5535 M-115, CADILLAC, 231.775.6751

T.J.’s Pub Take a step down from the sloped sidewalk for panini, mex and pizza below the stately Ramsdell Inn. LD • BAR • $ 99 RIVER ST., MANISTEE, 231.398.9174

coffee | drinks

THE 3PO

(PERFECT POPULACE POUR OVER) We find the floral, citrusy soul of Populace’s Kayon Mountain beans is best expressed as a Chemex pour-over.

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Coffee

Northern Michigan is flush with boutique roasters sourcing some of the planet’s best beans and creating nuanced coffees that are every bit as terroir-driven as Old Mission Peninsula riesling. Level up your home-brew game with these essential beans from the North’s A-list coffee roasters. ROASTER JACK COFFEE CO. 867 S. EAST SILVER LAKE RD., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.943.3917 Cannonball Espresso: Jack’s signature sauce for pulled shots. Deep chocolate and roasted nut character with a lemon peel finale.

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808 RED DR., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.922.9009 Sumatran Permata Gayo Silk: From HG’s Apex series, these organic Sumatran beans undergo extended fermentation to spin off heady dried plum, toffee and berry fruit flavors.

Chemex gooseneck kettle unbleached coffee filter

POPULACE COFFEE

INGREDIENTS

207 HOWARD ST., PETOSKEY | 231.489.8336 Ethiopia Kayon Mountain: High elevation growing imparts clean, lifted notes of lime zest, melon and cocoa.

700 grams filtered, dechlorinated water 42 grams Populace Ethiopia Kayon Mountain coffee beans (ground)

METHOD Bring measured water to boil in gooseneck kettle, remove from heat and wait 30 seconds; meanwhile grind measured coffee beans. Place filter in Chemex, wet slightly with hot water, then add measured coffee. For the bloom, add twice the hot water to coffee at 2:1 volume and stir gently. Wait 30 seconds then pour over remaining water in slow steady spiral motion. Remove filter and spent grounds from Chemex and transfer coffee to warm mug.

MUNDOS ROASTING & CO. 708 BOON ST., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.252.9500 Guatemala Union Cantinil: This single origin roast from Mundos carries the signature sweetness and chocolate character of Guatemalan beans with amped-up overtones of blackberry and pear. Traverse food and drinks editor Tim Tebeau writes from Petoskey. dining@traversemagazine.com

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Maple

Pooch-Friendly Preserves Many preserves and natural areas are dog-friendly, but remember, state law requires all dogs to be leashed (yes, even really well-behaved ones). Three local conservancies share some doggy do’s and don’ts. BY CARLY SIMPSON | PHOTO COURTESY OF LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY

GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL LAND CONSERVANCY | GTRLC.ORG Leashed dogs are welcome at most GTRLC preserves and natural areas. Favorites in Traverse City include Hickory Meadows, a popular neighborhood spot for dog walking, and Timbers Recreation Area, which offers a beautiful scenic loop. Due to sensitive natural features, dogs are not allowed at Arcadia Marsh or designated sanctuaries. Become a GTRLC newsletter subscriber and receive its upcoming field guide on dog-friendly hikes. (Sign up free at gtrlc.org.) LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY | LANDTRUST.ORG LTC offers “dog loops” at popular preserves. The short, designated paths give pets a quick bathroom break before hitting the main trail. Find them at Offield Family Working Forest Reserve in Harbor Springs, The Hill Nature Preserve in 48

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Boyne City and Allan and Virginia McCune Nature Preserve in Petoskey. Dogs are allowed at all LTC areas except Woollam Family Nature Preserve, Sally Stebbins Nature Preserve, Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Waldron Fen Nature Preserve, to protect breeding birds. LEELANAU CONSERVANCY | LEELANAUCONSERVANCY.ORG All LC natural areas allow dogs on a six-foot leash. The best dog-walking trails can be found at DeYoung Natural Area, Clay Cliffs Natural Area, Palmer Woods Forest Reserve, Krumwiede Forest Reserve and Chippewa Run Natural Area, all located in Leelanau County. (Note: Pets and humans are discouraged from visiting ecologically sensitive areas, including Soper Natural Area and Gull Island Preserve.)

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