ts n e v e y holida Visit MyNorth.com/Events and boynechamber.com for Santa sightings, tree lightings and more.
BOYNE CITY Winter lovers rejoice in this small town: Beautiful Avalanche Mountain Preserve has spots for snowshoeing, snowmobiling and skiing; Boyne Mountain is just 10 minutes away in friendly Boyne Falls; and Lake Charlevoix waves happy holidays in the background. PHOTO BY DAVE WEIDNER
DOWNTOWN DESTINATIONS Walk down Water Street, stopping at shops like Mary’s of Boyne and Outdoor Beerdsman along the way, before refueling at one of several neighboring restaurants (Red Mesa Grill for Latin American fare; Cafe Santé for a European-style bistro experience; Boyne Country Provisions or Lake Street Market for a homemade meal to-go).
SANTA’S SECRET The North Pole is closer than you think! Take a horsedrawn sleigh ride to Santa’s workshop at the Northern Michigan Equine Therapy facility in Boyne City on December 5–6. There will be plenty of hot cocoa, cookies and crafts. This annual event raises funds for therapy scholarships: Tickets are $15 per person and must be purchased before the day of the event. Email or call to reserve your spot; nmequine@gmail.com, 231.881.5590. nmequine.org
MERRY MAKING The guides at Boyne Mountain’s Adventure Center are like Santa’s elves. They’ll help you plan a perfect day of winter fun: Horseback riding, fat tire biking, tubing, snowshoeing, skiing, ice skating, a zipline tour—it’s magic! boynemountain.com
O’ CHRISTMAS TREE For more than 140 years, Coveyou Scenic Farm Market, just south of Petoskey, has been providing locals and visitors with fresh produce and artisan goods. Take in icy views of Walloon Lake from the farm and browse the Barn Market before picking out your tree. coveyouscenicfarm.com
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