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your destination Hawaii, and Wyoming, to name just a few. With its 31-mile stretch of Lake Michigan shoreline, two uninhabited offshore islands, sand dunes perched atop towering glacially formed cliffs, quiet streams and inland lakes, forests and open meadows, you’re never more than a glance away from jaw-dropping sites in the Lakeshore. But studies and contests can’t begin to unravel the mystical experience of Leelanau. Here you’ll find old world charm melded with world class art and music. Award winning wines paired with locally grown food rivaling cuisine found in the most prestigious of vacation spots. Best of all, though, you’ll find the people — friendly faces of folks surprisingly eager to share Leelanau’s delights as well as some of her secrets – and yes, despite the recent notoriety, there still are some secrets. We invite you to spend a little time reading through this Guide, then a summer venturing forth to discover the magic of Leelanau County.

It’s no secret to the 21,899 of us lucky enough to call Leelanau home that it’s a great place to be. Named second healthiest county in Michigan by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Leelanau is a place where you can share a breath of air with Lake Michigan. Or sculpture white sugar sand with your toes. Staying healthy is easy here – with colorful fresh fruits and veggies spilling from dozens of roadside stands and markets, and plenty of work out opportunities across miles of wooded trails and long stretches of beach. Leelanau is pretty easy on the eyes, too. In fact, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, crown jewel of the county, was voted last August by the audience of Good Morning America as the Most Beautiful Place in America – beating out notable vistas in California, Colorado,

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Detour – Bluegrass Ahead* June 9, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsor: Easling Construction Company & Easling Home Maintenance Co-sponsors: Leelanau Enterprise, Alan & Debra Campbell and Bayshore Oil & Propane Bluegrass music at its best! Includes mandolin, banjo, jazz fiddle, guitar and bass player along with a harmony of vocal renditions.

An Evening with George and Ira Gershwin June 23, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsor: Dick & Sherry Koenig & Barbara Bartley and Biggs Construction Service Co-sponsor: Larkin Insurance – Dan White Featuring soloists Claudia Schmidt & Fred Szczepanski along with the Village Voices & the Northport Community Band.

Pianist Thomas Pandolfi July 7, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsor: Jes Asmussen & Colleen Cooper Co-sponsors: Constance & Edwin Arnfield, Northport Lions Club

Grupo Ayé – Latin Jazz July 21, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsor: Sherwood Manufacturing Corporation Co-sponsor: Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern Authentic Latin Salsa music by a group with backgrounds in Cuban and Spanish music including Rob Mulligan.

The Four Aces August 4, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsors: Northport Point Jazz Buffs, Jes Asmussen & Colleen Cooper American traditional pop music quartet with close harmony and instrumentals from the 50s. Songs include “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing” and “Melody Of Love” among many others.

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• Season Tickets: All seven performances with reserved seating in your favorite seat: $125. • Flex Passbooks: Six flex passes can be used in any combination for any of the performances: $110. Available for sale until July 1, 2012. • Individual Tickets: $20 adults, $5 for children from preschool through grade 12

Tickets can be purchased at the NCAC office, or at the ticket window in the lobby which opens one Sousa Concert – Northport hour before each performance.

Community Band August 18, 2012 at 8 pm Sponsors: Gertrude L. McDuck Benevolent Society, Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay This annual Sousa Concert has become a Northport classic. Traditional fast-paced music conducted by Don Wilcox.

Christmas Concert December 16, 2012 at 3 pm

Sponsor: Northport Bay Boat Yard Co-sponsors: Thomas & Milliken American classical pianist playing Millwork, Northport Highlands, Frederick Chopin and Franz Liszt with Sound of Music Magic superb grace, finesse and polish. An encore performance from last year.

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Leelanau on a budget..............Pgs. 12-14

We’re No. 1 Lakeshore stories....................Pgs. 15-19

Vintage Leelanau Your guide to wine, spirits......Pgs. 61-66

Artistry You guide to Leelanau art ......Pgs. 67-70

Catch Up On History, Books .......................Pgs. 71-72 Night Skies . ................................ Pgs. 73 Here Birdie . ............................... Pgs. 74 Bountiful Boating...................Pgs. 75-76 To the Links............................Pgs. 77-78 Beautiful Beaches..........................Pg. 79 Underwater Treasure...............Pgs. 80-81 Wildlife Viewing.......................... Pgs. 82

Why not stop in? Communities Starts on

Cedar/Maple City......Pg. 45 Empire........................Pg. 55 Glen Arbor.................Pg. 49 Greilickville................Pg. 20 Lake Leelanau...........Pg. 41 Leland.........................Pg. 33 Northport/Omena......Pg. 29 Peshawbestown..........Pg. 28 Suttons Bay................Pg. 23

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Home-grown Markets.............Pgs. 83-85 Cherries & Healthy Living.....Pgs. 86-87 Cherry Treats..................................Pg. 88

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Delicious Dining Your guide to eating out..........Pgs. 89-93

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Lodging Camping Options......................... Pgs. 95 Keep it Green.................................Pg. 96 Sleep Good............................Pgs. 97-100

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Got a Date?.........................Pgs. 101-105 Places to Worship.........................Pg. 106 Information..................................Pg. 107 Advertiser’s Directory.................Pg. 108

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About the author

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Linda Hepler of Leelanau County has lived “Up North” for more than 20 years, and is the author of most of the stories in the Visitors Guide. In addition to being a freelance writer, she is a nurse at The Leelanau School in Glen Arbor. She has written for a variety of local and national publications, including Max Sports and Fitness, Junior Baseball, Working Nurse, and Healthy Life Magazine. A mother of six and grandmother of six, she lives in Maple City with her husband and four dachshunds.

It was a “cousin fest” at Good Harbor Beach with relatives ranging in ages from 4 to 13 gathering last summer for a Lake Michigan swim. Shown in the shadow of North Manitou Island are, from left, Drew Berish of Lansing; Riley Collins of Traverse City; and Malia, Matthew and Kawailani Spencer of Denver, Colo. Credit Jennifer Berish — their Aunt — for providing the photo.

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The Leelanau Trail provides a simple getaway experience while traversing pastoral countryside between Greilickville and Suttons Bay. A similar off-road trail is now underway in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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Drift through Leelanau with jingles in your pockets Think “vacation” is a synonym for “money?” Well, think again, because Leelanau is one place that you can enjoy on the cheap. For starters, Leelanau is a virtual family outdoor playground, said Rachael Ball Dyer of Lake Leelanau, who has two girls, aged 9 and 13. “There’s so much to do outside; it’s such an ecologically beautiful place, with lots of public land,” she added. For one thing, there’s Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. For just a few bucks, you can hike,

Seeking inspiration? Leelanau is home to beautiful, country churches where your presence, and faith, is welcome.

• Play ball! Bring your bats, wheels, a chain and a seat from gloves and balls to the fields in which to gawk. Cedar, where the ballfields are • Rock hunt. Favorite spots always open. Like to play tennis? include Peterson Park and Leelanau Cedar has courts, although the most State Park north of Northport — popular spot in the county may be and, of course, anywhere around the on township-owned courts in Glen aptly named Stony Point in Suttons Arbor just south of the business • No. 1 has to be biking. Bay. You’ll find the shoreline of district. Leelanau County is a bicyclist’s Leelanau a treasure-finder’s dream • Visit Leelanau County parks. delight, with many state and county for petoskeys and beach glass. Each has its own personality. Old roads offering a shoulder to lean • Great Lakes Children’s Settlers Park is located on big Glen on away from traffic. And we’re getting better — construction of a Museum. Found in Greilickville Lake at Burdickville, and lends $10.8 million hard-surface trail is near a kid-friendly Elmwood itself to picnicking, wading and underway to connect Sleeping Bear Township Park, the museum offers relaxing. A short public dock is Dunes National Lakeshore lands an indoor place for the family to found there. Myles Kimmerly is from the county line north to Good enjoy rain or shine. The museum, designed for a sporting visit with Harbor beach. It will be sort of a run by a non-profit corporation, is a Frisbee disc golf course, driving west side version of the Leelanau open seven days a week with its range and ball fields. It’s located Trail that connects Greilickville to hands-on association of games, between Burdickville and Maple City off Co. Rd. 669. And Veronica Suttons Bay. You don’t need money sights and activities. or gas to explore Leelanau, just two (Continued on Page 14) swim, and play to your heart’s content. Then there’s the public beaches, rivers, state and township parks, campgrounds, parades, picnics, festivals – and, and, and... Here are a few ideas for inexpensive fun:

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Leelanau cheaply, but with affection Continued from Page 12 Park, with its open, breezy feel and kids fishing ponds, is located south of the village of Lake Leelanau on Lake Leelanau Drive. • The Dune Climb Concert is part of the Manitou Music Festival, presented by the Glen Arbor Art Association. The Festival offers concerts throughout the summer in outdoor and family friendly settings, featuring national and regional performers of classical, jazz and folk music. One of the first concerts of the season, the Dune Climb Concert, held July 15th this year, will feature Detour, a bluegrass group from Brethren. The best part about it? “It’s free,” said Rachael. “You can bring food and wine and sit on the dune, and the kids can run and play.” For more information, see www.glenarborart.org. • The Leelanau Conservancy has preserved hundreds of acres of wetlands, farmland, forests and meadows for your hiking, birding, canoeing and kayaking pleasure. Each of the more than 12 Natural Areas and Preserves are different, but all are magical. Two of our favorites are near Leland: The Whaleback area, with its sweeping views of the Manitou Passage, and the Village Green near the business district. Read more about them and how to get to each at www. leelanauconservancy.org.

• For an inspiring tour, take in some of Leelanau County’s historic churches. Catholics may find this idea especially appealing, with churches found in Suttons Bay, Lake Leelanau, Isadore, Empire and Gills Pier. They all have their own special appeal, but two also stand out for their country settings. The views of Lake Michigan and Lake Leelanau from St. Wenceslaus Church in Gills Pier can be breathtaking. Follow Eagle Highway north out of Lake Leelanau. And Holy Rosary Church in Isadore was recently restored. It’s found off County Road 645 north of Cedar. Both are worth seeing for their stained glass. • Leelanau County puts on a show just about every weekend. You won’t find a place that works harder at providing a party. Starting with a new date and location for the Lake Leelanau Spring Music Fest — on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, at a local farmer’s field — throughout the summer, something is going on virtually every Saturday. Check out our calendar of events. Most are free, and on some weekends you can double up. The Anchor Day Festival in Empire, with its parade so nice it goes around town twice, and the folksy Inland Seas Summer Festival in Suttons Bay are both held July 21. Pick a village, and enjoy.

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AWARD-WINNING ARTISTS & LEELANAU COUNTY WINES Visit participating shops, meet award-winning local artists, sample Leelanau County wines, receive a stamp and enter to win a $250 Village Shopping Spree! Don’t miss the Fall Finale Artwalk in October! St. Wenceslaus Church is beautiful at any time, and a sight worth the drive to view during cherry blossom season in late April or early May.

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For 42 years now, people have been coming to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to explore its natural beauty. Eventually, the secret was bound to get out. It was no surprise to longtime Lakeshore lovers that their partner was the most beautiful place in America. Their hearts were verified last summer, when the Lakeshore was voted the “Most Beautiful Place in America” by viewers of the television show Good Morning America. “We knew it, but now I think America and the rest of the world knows it,” said Lakeshore superintendent Dusty Shultz. The Lakeshore’s nomination, put in by Grand Rapids resident Jim Madole, helps explain: “I sit in awe and wonder at the perfection of Mother Nature.” With a 31-mile stretch of Lake Michigan shoreline, magnificent sand dunes, two islands, numerous crystal clear rivers and inland lakes, beech-maple forests and open meadows, the Lakeshore is a veritable outside playground — a place where you can hike, bike, splash, jump, run and play to your heart’s content. And it’s a place where you can travel through time as well as nature. Within the Lakeshore, you’ll find stories of the hardy settlers who came before us – whether poking around abandoned farms and cottages in a ghost town, traipsing up the long spiral stairway of a lighthouse, or exploring artifacts in a maritime

museum. If you’re very still, you might feel their presence. Whether you’ve got just three days to explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore — or three long weeks — you could fill every minute with something that suits your style and schedule. A good place to start your adventure is at the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, located on M-72 just east of M-22 in Empire. You can listen to Dreams of the Sleeping Bear, a free 15-minute multimedia program highlighting the Lakeshore’s scenery, seasons and history. Exhibits provide information on geology, ecology and human stories. Review the schedule of ranger-led walks, and let the friendly staff help you with brochures, maps and ideas for what to do. The Visitor Center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day and 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. the remainder of the year. It’s closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. A park entrance pass is required when venturing into Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore,. You can purchase a pass at the Visitor Center; weekly passes are $10 for vehicles and $5 if you’re on foot, bicycle or motorcycle. Annual passes are $20, with discounts provided to seniors and those with disabilities. Like the rest of America, you’ll probably like what you see.

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Sleeping bear, or camellia? Lakeshore changes to meet your desires

Fun means different things to different people. But there’s something fun for everyone at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Here are some ideas: For the History Buff A can’t-miss stop for the history aficionado is Glen Haven Historic Village, located on M-209, 7 miles north of Empire. Once a bustling harbor used by steamships sailing between Chicago and Buffalo, the well-preserved and rebuilt ghost town tells the story of how people lived at the turn of the 20th century. You can take a ranger-led walk through town where you’ll see a working blacksmith shop and the Cannery Boat Museum, tour the crew quarters and boathouse at the Life Saving Station Maritime Museum, and participate in a shipwreck rescue demonstration. End your visit with a piece of old fashioned candy at the General Store. You might also enjoy Port Oneida Historic Farm, one of the most intact agricultural districts in the National Park System. Bicycle or drive the back roads to view old farmsteads, fields, orchards, and cemeteries representative of the late 19th and early 20th century. Pick up a brochure at the historic Olsen Farmhouse (the office of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear) on M-22, 3 miles north of Glen Arbor. If you have a whole day to spend, take the South Manitou Island Ferry from Leland’s Fishtown for a motorized island historical tour following deboarding. Learn about the lumbering and agricultural history of the island while viewing farms, the old schoolhouse and cemetery. For the Athlete An athlete — or even an aspiring exerciser — can stay busy in the Lakeshore. There are

13 designated hiking trails, from easy to strenuous. One of the most challenging is the Sleeping Bear Point Trail, which offers a short hike option with a panoramic view of the shoreline, dunes, and islands. A longer option will take about 2-3 hours, and leads through a ghost forest, over dunes, and back through the woods. Trailhead is at the end of Sleeping Bear Dunes Rd. off of M-209, west of the Maritime Museum. The Lakeshore is a bicyclist’s dream. While you can take any road through the park that vehicles are allowed on, a moderately difficult ride on primitive roads through glorious scenery can be found in the Platte Plains area, close to the Platte River Campground. And experienced bicyclists can find a challenge on the 7.5 mile loop of Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, which provides overlooks of Lake Michigan and the dunes. This is a strenuous ride with high traffic volumes and steep hills. Lakeshore rangers also lead guided rides during summer months while providing insight about Lakeshore sights that otherwise would be a passing blur.

For the Kiddies No trip would be complete without a visit to the 110-foot Dune Climb on M-109, six miles north of Empire. Take your time climbing to the top, then walk, run, or slide your way back down. Crystal River offers calm, shallow waters for canoeing or kayaking with the kids. If you don’t have equipment of your own, there are rental facilities near either launch. The Crystal winds its way from little Glen Lake through Fisher Lake and onto a back-andfourth course to Lake Michigan at the Homestead Resort. It provides

For the Romantic Romantic views abound in the park. Two especially notable ones are on the Pyramid Point Trail, which offers a 1.2 mile round trip hike that provides an amazing overlook of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands, and Inspiration Point, where you’ll see the Glen Lakes, Alligator Hill, and North Manitou Island. To get to the Pyramid Point trailhead, take M-22 north from Glen Arbor, then turn north on Port Oneida Road to Basch Road. For Inspiration Point, take M-22 to MacFarlane Rd., 8 miles east of Empire.

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Oxen help explain the lives of settlers at the Port Oneida Fair.

a popular journey in the summer because it’s so easy to navigate — little chance of dumping, and even then you can probably stand up to catch your breath. Children wearing life preservers feel safe while kayaking, canoeing or tubing. Enjoy the Summer Ranger Programs almost every day during the summer at both the D.H. Day Campground Amphitheater and the Platte River Campground Amphitheater. Learn about bugs, water, plants, animals, dunes, Lakeshore history, and much much more. Look for the program schedule at the Lakeshore’s visitor center.

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If you’ve visited the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in the past, you know that there are miles and miles of hiking trails – but no nonmotorized trails suitable for bicycles, roller blades, strollers and wheelchairs. That will soon change, said Tom Ulrich, deputy superintendent. “Construction will begin this spring on the first segment of the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail,” he explained. According to Ulrich, the hard-surfaced, multi-use trail will run parallel to M-22 and M-109 and eventually cover 27 miles through the Lakeshore, connecting Good Harbor Beach at County Road 651 to the Leelanau County line south of Empire. “The first segment will run between the Dune Climb and Glen Arbor and will connect to the group campground, Glen Haven, and the DH Day Campground,” said Ulrich. “And as we secure grant funding and donations, we’ll construct additional segments.” Expect to see the multi-use trail ready to use by summer’s end, said Trees cleared to make way for the new Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail were mulched earlier this year when construction got underway for the $10.8 million project.

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If you’re a fan of the Lakeshore — and who in Leelanau County isn’t — please give these related stories a read: • The Leelanau beach list naturally includes many popular places to sun in the Lakeshore, Page 77. • Birding is a popular pastime in the park. See Page 81. • Park wildlife is abundant, but are cougars? Pages 85-86. • And much of the park’s bottomlands are preserved. Page 86.

Ulrich, where you can take a ride to burn off that burger, fries and ice cream! Another new experience is available on South Manitou Island, where daytime visitors may sign up to be driven to the famed Valley of the Giants — home to some of the oldest cedar trees in the nation. Speculation has it that the cedars were spared the lumberman’s axe because wind-blown sand from a nearby dune would dull axes. Whatever the reason, it took a marathon runner to get there and back in time to catch a Manitou Island Transit ferry back to the peninsula. The alternative was camping on the island. You’ll also find a new trail through the cedars.

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Firewood abounds, so please don’t bring it to the Lakeshore

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore plans to prohibit the movement of unauthorized firewood into campground areas, including those on the Manitou islands. The policy change is meant to protect what you’ve come to experience — the natural beauty of the area. Transporting firewood, according to Michigan State University entomologist Erwin “Duke” Elsner, spreads non-native pest insects and diseases that kill off trees. One of these devastating bugs is the emerald ash borer. A metallic green beetle about a half inch in length, the emerald ash borer is thought to be an Asian stowaway on ash wood used to build cargo crates. It was found in Michigan in 2002, and has since spread to surrounding states and even into Canada, killing tens of millions of ash trees. The infestation has threatened

to wipe out the entire ash population in North America, and has been moving through Leelanau County for the past several years. “It isn’t the beetle that causes the problem,” said Dr. Elsner. “But they mate and then lay eggs in the bark of the tree. The eggs hatch into tiny grubs that feed on the regenerative part of the tree, eventually causing its death.” “You might not see active insects on the firewood you bring in,” added Dr. Elsner. “But all it takes is one or two tiny larvae lurking in the bark of the wood to spread this pest.” Another pest insect is the hemlock wooly adelgid. Asian native, the invasive insect feeds exclusively on coniferous trees. It was found in southeast Michigan in 2010. Insects feed on stored starch reserves in the trees, which are critical to its growth

A family enjoys a fire on the beach of Good Harbor last summer. Fires are allowed on the mainland, but only in designated areas on the Manitou Islands. Remember to only use local firewood. and survival. If an insect infestation goes undetected, it can kill an entire tree within a year or two. The hemlock wooly adelgid can be spread by wind, birds, deer, and other mammals – including man. Just like the ash borer, it can be brought in undetected on firewood. So where to get firewood? According to Deputy Superintendent Tom Ulrich, “You will still be able to bring firewood into the park, if you have purchased it from one of our certified local vendors. Check with park headquarters for information.

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We plan to implement a certification program for any local vendors who wish to participate, and can demonstrate that their wood has been treated, is of species that have no known pests, and/or is from a local area not in quarantine for any diseases.” In addition, Ulrich added, campers may pick up wood that is already dead and down for use in the campground campfires. So, enjoy your campfire – free from insect pests and diseases – under a healthy canopy of trees.

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Get up close and personal with nature on one of the Lakeshore’s 13 designated mainland trails. With easy, moderate and strenuous hiking options covering about 100 miles in all, you’ll be sure to find a trail that fits your style. Remember that the National Park belongs to everyone. Please leave plants, rocks and other natural objects undisturbed for other visitors to enjoy. Ask a ranger about what fruits, berries, and mushrooms can be picked. For detailed information on the trails, visit www.nps.gov/slbe or visit the Park’s Visitor Center in Empire. A brief description of each trail: Old Indian Hiking and Ski Trail: Two fairly flat loops of trail, each about 2.5 miles, lead you through mixed evergreen and hardwood forest and low dunes to the Lake Michigan shore. Platte Plains Hiking and Ski Trail: Three separate loops totaling 14.7 miles, offer easy walking with forest, meadow and lake views. Empire Bluff Hiking Trail: A short but very hilly trail leads you through a beech-maple forest to a spectacular lookout on top of Empire Bluff; 1.5 miles roundtrip. Windy Moraine Hiking and Ski Trail: A 1.5 mile trail begins with an easy walk through a meadow and into a beech-maple forest and old farm fields, then up a steep hill with a view of Glen Lake at the top.

Shauger Hill Hiking and Ski Trail: This 2.4 mile hilly trail, which begins at Pierce Stocking Scenic drive, affords the same views of the woods that you see from your car when taking the Scenic Drive. In the winter, when the Scenic Drive is closed to vehicles, an additional 8 mile loop connecting to the Shauger Hill Trail offers a challenge for those on snowshoes and skis. Cottonwood Hiking Trail: A 1.4 mile trail that begins at stop #4 on the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and takes you out across the perched dunes to see native grasses, shrubs and wildflowers. Dunes Hiking Trail: Beginning at the Dune Climb, this four mile round trip hike takes you on a strenuous 3-4 hour adventure across the high dunes plateau and eventually to Lake Michigan. Duneside Accessible Trail: Accessible to those in wheelchairs or visually impaired, and great for strollers, this .5 mile trail along the base of the dune by the Dune Climb is fun for everyone. There are stops along the way with tree and habitat identification. Sleeping Bear Point Hiking Trail: A 2.8 mile loop with a beach return option, this meandering trail leads you across the dunes to see dune grasses, shrubs and wildflowers, as well as great views of Lake Michigan. Alligator Hill Hiking, Bridle and Ski Trail: Three loops, totaling eight miles of hiking or

Lakeshore park ranger Susan Schmidt leads a guided hike on Sleeping Bear Dunes while explaining how such a sandy environment can support plantlife such as cottonwood trees. riding, each lead up through a shady beech-maple forest to an overlook where you can see Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Bay View Hiking and Ski Trail: With a total of 7.5 miles of trail, you’ll see views of the Port Oneida Rural Historic District as well as a panoramic view of Lake Michigan. Pyramid Point Hiking Trail: A steep, challenging 2.7 mile trail through the beech-maple forest up to a bluff overlooking an unforgettable view of Lake Michigan. Good Harbor Bay Hiking and Ski Trail: An easy 2.8 mile trail leading inland from Lake Michigan through woods and wetlands.

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Greilickville Greilickville THEN Traveling along West Grand Traverse Bay just north of Traverse City, you’ll come to Greilickville. While at first glance, it seems like just an extension of Traverse City, it’s actually part of Elmwood Township — the most populous of Leelanau’s 11 townships. You’ll definitely want to stop and see what it’s all about, for this “gateway” into Leelanau County is rich in history as well as recreational opportunities. Settled in 1852 by Seth and Albert Norris, who built a gristmill, then a tannery and a brickyard, the little community was first known as Norristown. Several years later, Austrian architect Godfrey Greilick arrived in town with his sons to build a water-powered sawmill, later replaced by a steampowered mill. The operation became the most important sawmill on Grand Traverse Bay, producing 8.5 million feet of hardwood lumber in just one year. In addition to the wooding business, the Greilicks built and operated a successful brewery. By the time the Manistee and Northeastern Railroad came through in 1892, the community, recognizing the enormous

Greilickville’s ‘Heritage Harbor’ is seen as it appeared 75 years ago. The steamer Diamond Alkali discharges a load of coal on the recently completed dock, built by Frank Sears, while a fish tug may be seen at the extreme left. Over the years, dozens of different commercial vessels would call at the dock, which today is home to replica vintage sailing ships. role the Greilicks played in local industry, adopted the name. The town later became known as Greilickville.

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A place to play along West Grand Travese Bay Bordered on the east by the west arm of Grand Traverse Bay and at least partially to the west by hidden but surprisingly large Cedar Lake, Greilickville is all about water. And where there’s water, there’s boats. Lots and lots of boats, underway in the sparkling waters of the bay or bobbing gently in their slips at the several marinas. The largest is owned by Elmwood Township, and is connected to the Greilickville Harbor Park. With the area’s only deep water launch and both contracted and transient slips available, the marina is considered by many to be the finest on Grand Traverse Bay. Greilickville has plenty of places for picnicking, splashing and playing. The newly designed

Greilickville Harbor Park, with pavilions, grills, and a nautically themed playground, is ideal for kids, and a wonderful place to take your morning coffee and watch the sun come up. It’s also the perfect vantage point for watching fireworks at dusk on Independence Day, or the airshow and fireworks a little later during the National Cherry Festival. In addition to Harbor Park, Cherry Bend Community Park of Cherry Bend Road offers a pavilion with grills, ball diamonds, basketball and volleyball courts, and a playground. Talk is that in the future, it may even offer a dog park! Planning is underway for The tall ship Manitou sleeps in Greilickville when not traversing Grand Traverse Bay and other points in Lake Michigan. — Photo by Klaus Heinert (Continued on Page 21)

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Greilickville Not To Miss in Greilickville

Hop on your bike or roller blades, or set out by foot on the Leelanau Trail for views of rolling hills, lush forests, peaceful meadows and orchards and glimpses of streams, lakes and ponds. Running the entire length of the township, you can start out at Cherry Bend Community Park, and go all the way to Suttons Bay if you want! At the Carter Road intersection, you’ll come across a surprising site – an old (but freshly painted) yellow caboose car. Caboose #2938 was originally a B&O railroad car, thought to be built in the 1930s. Visit the Discovery CenterGreat Lakes educational facility, located just off M-22. The complex is home to the Maritime Heritage Alliance, which supports an active workshop for historic boat building as well as a sailing mentoring program for youth. The property also houses the Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay, which offers information

on watershed protection and has a volunteer water quality monitoring program in the Grand Traverse Bay area. The kiddies will find entertaining the Great Lakes Children’s Museum, with hands-on water-related exhibits for children and their families as well as educational programs throughout the year. Across the street from Discovery Center-Great Lakes, at the Traverse City Light & Power coal dock, you’ll see the tall ship Manitou. A replica of an 1800s cargo schooner that once sailed the Great Lakes, the schooner works with Inland Seas Education Association to provide hands-on environmental education to school kids from throughout the region and state. The Manitou also offers day sails and multi-day cruises. On the opposite side of the same dock is the Maritime Heritage Alliance’s fleet of historic sailing vessels.

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Suttons Bay SUTTONS BAY THEN Fifteen miles north of Traverse City, midway up the eastern shore of the Leelanau Peninsula, you’ll find Leelanau’s county

seat since 2008, and largest town – Suttons Bay. The town sprang up around a sawmill built by pioneer Harry C. Sutton in 1854. Sutton was a man of many talents, serving at one time or another as a teacher, town cobbler and community doctor. It’s said that whiskey was the first ingredient in many of his potions! Sutton stayed 17 years, leaving his mark on the little town of “Suttonsburg,” then moved on to Kansas. But missionary priest and real estate operator Father Andrew Herbstrit had other ideas for the town when he platted 6,000 lots with the intention of selling them and building a National University. “Rock the Hermit” was a common sight around Suttons Bay Unfortunately, the town didn’t grow quickly enough to realize one hundred years ago, and well known through northwestern the Father’s dream, largely because it’s center was swampy Michigan. He’s pictured in 1910 with “Babe” his oxe. and unsuitable for building. Eventually the swamp was drained and the town began to multitude of shops, it became known as the place to be when flourish, being incorporated as Suttons Bay. Because of the you needed to purchase goods.

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The beaches along Suttons Bay are mostly owned by the village, and host to a summer of fun. They also host a gathering of TART Trail enthusiasts every summer.

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Suttons Bay is still the place to be for a unique shopping experience, followed by a satisfying meal. The charming village boasts a multitude of eclectic shops and boutiques anchored by Bahles department store, owned by successive generations of Bahles ever since 1876. And there are galleries – lots and lots of them – with everything from pottery and metal work to fiber art, paintings and photography. Rounding out the mix are sweet shops and ten restaurants, catering to just about any food taste you can imagine.

Dominating the main street downtown is the Bay Theatre, Leelanau’s only movie house. It’s state of the art sound system and comfortable and cozy interior make it the ideal place to see everything from the latest blockbuster to artful foreign films. If you’re in Suttons Bay in August, you won’t want to miss Suttons Bay’s biggest summertime event – the Suttons Bay Art Festival. One of Michigan’s most competitive juried art fairs, this event draws people from far and wide (Continued on Page 26)

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Continued from Page 23 to the Suttons Bay Marina Park to view artwork, feast on local fare, and spend time at the beach. This year’s Festival will be held on August 4 and 5. But don’t worry if you won’t be able to make the Festival, because Suttons Bay has both a Summer Solstice Art Walk (June 22) and a Fall Art and Wine Walk (October 19), where you can enjoy artwork, wine and live music galore. When you’re downtown in Suttons Bay, don’t forget to get your picture taken in the village’s big red phone booth, at the corner of M-22 and Madison Avenue. The booth was purchased in England and brought back to Suttons Bay, where it was refurbished and placed on the street.

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Volunteers with the Suttons Bay Chamber of Commerce stand ready to steer visitors in the direction of fun. They maintain a visitors center in a bayfront building near the Inland Seas Education Center.

Not To Miss in Suttons Bay Get up close and personal with nature at the Inland Seas Education Association, a nonprofit educational organization created to enhance public understanding and stewardship of the Great Lakes. Here, you can learn about the secrets of the Great Lakes at interactive learning stations, and shop the Great Lakes store. Or plan ahead to board the 77-foot, two-masted schooner, Inland Seas, for a family ecology sail, birding cruise, or astronomy lesson. The ever-popular Suttons Bay Municipal Park and Beach in downtown Suttons Bay boasts a playground with a “digger” that kids can sit on, spin, and shift gears to scoop up sand. Also try the south beach park, complete with picnic area and a pavilion.

Both areas are blessed with sandy beaches kind to bare toes. Or let the kids play in the small stream that falls into Suttons Bay at the edge of 45th Parallel Park, the village’s newest park, just east of the M-22 and M-204 intersection. Hop on the Leelanau Trail on foot, rollerblades or bike. The non-motorized trail, which runs from Traverse City to Suttons Bay, travels on rolling hills through lush forests and picturesque orchards and meadows, where you’ll catch glimpses of waterfowl on a pond or songbirds darting through the trees. You can take the trail from its end at First Street toward Traverse City; the village has future plans to extend the trail from First Street through the north end of town.

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Peshawbestown P E S H AW B E S T O W N T H E N Long before the first white settlers arrived in Leelanau County, several tribes of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians migrated here from the east coast to fish the plentiful rivers and lakes and hunt the dense forests. They were the Anishinaabek, or “original people,” some of whose descendants live in Peshawbestown (Peh-shaw-bee-town), a little village about four miles north on M-22 from Suttons Bay. Peshawbestown is headquarters of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB), a tribe numbering over 4,100 members, many of whom live in a six-county area throughout northern Michigan. Peshawbestown itself was established in 1852 and first called Eagletown. It was renamed Peshawbestown after Chief Peshaba, who had settled into the area with his band from the Catholic Mission near Cross Village. The history of Peshawbestown involves more than a century of struggle to recover lands and political independence promised when the band ceded most of what would later become Michigan to the federal government in the early 1800s. In 1978, the GTB became the first U.S. tribe to successfully petition for recognition of its sovereignty, and in1980, the band celebrated official federal reaffirmation of treaty rights.

A long line of Native Americans attending a funeral stand outside the historic Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church.

VI S I T P E S H A W B E S T O W N N O W Keeping tradition alive is important to members of the Grand Traverse Band. Here, Toni Shanaquet shows Tribal member Syrys Smith how to aim a bow at a natural resources fair held in September.

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Not To Miss in Peshawbestown Visit the Eyaawing Museum to learn more about the history, language and customs of the Anishinaabek. The museum, whose name means “who we are” in Anishinaabemowin, the native language of the band, features exhibit galleries, where you’ll read about the history of the people and see objects such as quilts, bead work, and ash baskets as well as traditional Pow Wow regalia. After exploring the museum, enjoy Odaawe Gamik, the museum store, featuring both traditional and contemporary work of tribal artists, as well as

Peshawbestown played a vibrant role in Leelanau’s history, and the community continues to contribute to the area’s economy, owning and operating the Leelanau Sands Casino and Lodge, the largest employers in the county. A trip to the little village is a good opportunity to learn about the GTB, who have their own sovereign tribal government, rich cultural traditions, and close social relationships among members. One of the best ways to do that is to attend the annual traditional Pow Wow, where both Anishinaabek and non-Natives come together to celebrate life through song and dance. Here, you’ll also see Native American art work and be able to try “Anishinaabe Miijim,” or Native American food. The Pow Wow will be held August 18 -19. Before you leave, wander down to Peshawbestown marina with your cooler and pack it with fresh caught whitefish, lake trout or salmon (in season). The marina is on M-22, a mile north of the Leelanau Sands Casino and adjacent to Graham Greene Park.

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toys, books and recordings that reflect the culture and history of the Anishinaabek. Don’t forget to wander through “Mother Earth’s Garden” outdoors, which bears native species of plants such as cedar, sage and sweet grass. Cool off at Graham Green Park, located just north of Peshawbestown to rock hunt, swim and picnic. Try your hand at the slot machines at the Leelanau Sands Casino, which also offers big name entertainment throughout the year, as well as dining options (see www.casino2win.com).

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Northport/Omena NORTHPORT/OMENA THEN Just shy of the northern tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, through rolling hills of cherry and apple orchards and vineyards, lie neighboring harbor towns Northport and Omena. Both began in the mid-1800s as mission settlements, first Northport, called “Waukazooville,” after Chief Peter Waukazoo who came to the area with his band of Ottawa Indians, accompanied by missionary Reverend George Nelson Smith. Three years later, missionary Reverend Peter Dougherty moved a band of Ottawas and Chippewas from the Old Mission Peninsula to “New Mission,” later named Omena. With the arrival of white settlers, Northport’s sheltered harbor and proximity to outside shipping lanes were attractive to businesses that relied on Lake Michigan for trade. Soon the community grew into a busy landing spot and supply distribution point — it became the largest community in the county. Hundreds of schooners and steamships moved in and out of port, transporting people and goods — first lumber, then potatoes, apples and cherries. Hotels and tourist lodges sprung

Great Lakes steamers regularly stopped at a dock that stretched into Omena Bay where the present community beach is located. This picture was taken in 1905. — Photo courtesy of the Omena Historic Society up and both Northport and Omena gained popularity as tourist havens. Northport served as the first county seat between 1863 and1883.

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boast of beautiful bays, beautiful beaches Today, Northport and Omena are known as quiet shoreside communities – places where even the rich and famous can enjoy anonymity. But don’t let that fool you, because both villages have plenty of action come summertime. Then, Northport’s marina comes alive with boats, pedestrians line the sidewalks to browse eclectic shops and galleries, and children splash and play at the bathing beach, where the turquoise water stays shallow forever. A little farther south in Omena, tourists flock to visit the multi-artist Tamarack Gallery, a century old country store, and a winery with a tasting room overlooking the bay. A public beach is within walking distance, offering an opportunity for parents to explore the village while older children enjoy the waves and sand of Omena Bay. It seems like something fun is going on here every day during the summer. In addition to the standard swimming, boating and shopping are events at the Northport Community Arts Center, and “Music in the Park” downtown Northport on Friday nights. If you’re in town

on July 21, you can help celebrate 160 years of Omena with a day planned for family fun. Festivities kick off at 11 a.m. with a Mayor’s parade. But this is not just any elected official; the Mayor of Omena is chosen from those Omena residents who are a living pet of any genus or species! August continues the summer merriment with the wildly popular Dogs on Parade in Northport as well as the Northport Lions Club Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast at Woolsey Memorial Airport, featuring unique small aircraft and antique custom and sports car displays – and a special appearance of the Northport Community Band. Northport thanks you for your continuing patience as the community progresses on a multi-million dollar upgrade to its waterfront area. A new boaters’ bathhouse is under construction and work will begin on a promenade along the shoreline, so that visitors will eventually be able to walk the entire waterfront in comfort. No worries though – there’s still plenty of room to swim, sun and play!

You know a community enjoys itself when it hosts a parade for dogs. Here, Joan Kalchik TenBrock of Omena helps her pooch strut through Northport.

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The fly-in breakfast held in August at Woolsey Airport offers anything but a fast meal. You’ll get your flapjacks on time, but will probably want to wander around the airport to view planes landing and taking off, and antique cars.

Not To Miss in Northport/Omena store, tavern-gas station and more, with store fronts, interiors, artifacts and photos depicting life in earlier days. No trip to the Northport Omena area is complete without a visit to the Leelanau State Park at the tip of the peninsula. You’ll find 8.5 miles of hiking trails, great for birding and nature exploration, and a shoreline that’s fantastic for Petoskey stone hunting. Finish your visit with a stop at the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum, where you can tour the restored keeper’s home, climb the tower, and get souvenirs at the gift shop. West of Northport is Braman Hill Recreation Area, where you can enjoy year-round fun. Summertime pleasures include hiking trails, a tot lot, a shooting range, tennis courts, a basketball court, and a scenic viewing area located at the top of the hill, complete with fire ring and picnic tables. Come back in the winter for skating a sledding and A kiteboarder plies his trade, breezing a warm up in the warming house. across Northport Bay.

Between the yellow house next to the Omena post office and the Tamarack Gallery is the Putnam Cloud Tower House, home of the Omena Historical Society and Museum. Here, you’ll see historic exhibits and programs detailing Omena’s history, with a special main room exhibit featuring businesses from Omena’s past. The exhibit includes general stores, the ice cream parlor, post office, book

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Leland LEL A N D T H E N The charming marina town of Leland was virtually unknown to white settlers until the mid 1800s. Prior to that, it was the site

of the oldest and largest Ottawa village on the Leelanau peninsula. With Lake Leelanau connected to Lake Michigan by the “Carp” River” — it’s now known as the Leland River, and a popular water roadway for diners headed to the Riverside Inn or Bluebird Restaurant — it provided ideal fishing grounds in the spring when big fish pushed upstream from Lake Michigan to spawn. By the middle of the century, with the lumber business well underway in other areas of Leelanau County including the Manitou Islands, early white settlers were looking to expand operations. They found Leland an ideal place to build a dam and sawmill. Soon enough, a settlement grew around the sawmill, and Leland became a busy port town with schooners and steamers arriving and departing regularly, transporting people and supplies to and from the islands.

A large crowd of Leland residents was on hand in 1936 to watch the launching of a new mail boat in the Leland river. — Photo courtesy of the Leelanau Historical Society. As it evolved, Leland became an important hub of commercial fishing and iron smelting. It also had a reputation as an end-of-the-line resort town, with folks coming “up north” to escape the heat of Chicago or St. Louis.

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Today, Leland’s maritime tradition continues in historic Fishtown, most of which is owned by the Fishtown Preservation Society, a non-profit organization that operates the commercial fishery. Weathered grey shanties, some used in the past as ice and smokehouses, still stand, but are now converted to art galleries and unique little shops. A stroll through Fishtown today generates

many of the same visions as a century ago, with tugs hauling in a day’s catch, fish nets drying in the sunshine, and passenger boats, run by the Grosvenor family, whose genealogy traces to the Manitou islands, going to and from North and South Manitou island. While you could spend an entire day right in Fishtown, browsing the little shops and (Continued on Page 38)

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From top, scenes from the Leland Fourth of July parade, overlooking the Leland River with a rainbow overhead, and the Leland Wine and Food Festival. - Leland River picture by Rick Lahmann

The Leelanau Community Cultural Center, AKA The Old Art Building, is a wonderful place to get your fill of the arts. It was built as a community center in 1922, then donated in 1939 to Michigan State College to be used as a summer art school. By 1989, the program had stopped, and the building stood vacant until 1992, when it was resurrected by a group of concerned Leland citizens who feared for it’s future. Now leased from MSU by Leland Township, the building, with its high ceilings, cracked wooden floors and fieldstone fireplace, is an ideal spot for a variety of art, craft and dance classes, art exhibits, concerts, and other community events. One very popular summer event at the Old Art Building is the Artists Market. Now in its 16th year, the art fair will be held on July 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It features 80 art booths both inside the building and on the lawn, where you’ll see fine art, photography, pottery, jewelry, woodcarving, basketry, sculpture, and more. The Leelanau Historical Society Museum sits directly behind the Old

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Continued from Page 33 munching on smoked fish from Carlson’s fisheries (a family whose lineage to Lake Michigan fishing goes back generations), there’s so much more to explore. There are dozens of small shops and eateries in town, collectively providing everything from must-have vacation clothing to one-of-a-kind souvenirs. The town is also a magnet for artists and artisans, so it’s a wonderful outlet for adding to your art collection. In the summer, the Old Art Building just south of the Leland River bridge off M-22 bustles with art shows, classes and their followers. Venturing north of town, you’ll get to the Village Green, the first major project of the Leelanau Conservancy. It was bought through donations to prevent development from taking over the last big chunk of open space in the village, and now hosts extensive gardens – a great spot to sit and reflect.

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Art Building. Here, you’ll find a variety of exhibits and collections, including the Shipwrecks of the Manitou Passage exhibit, which brings stories of several major area shipwrecks to life. Also as a permanent collection is the Anishnabek Basket and Quill work room, which features black ash baskets and quill work on birch bark done by local Odawa artists. New to the museum is the Life on North Manitou Island exhibit, which uses photos, maps, documents and oral histories to depict the life of residents on the island between 1895 and 1930. Bartholomew Park, popularly known as Nedows Bay Beach, was doubled in size in 1998 through a cooperative effort between Leland Township, the Leelanau Conservancy and the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, adding 163 feet of gorgeous Lake Leelanau frontage to the park. With a boat launch, picnic area and dock – sometimes even a lifeguard – it’s the perfect spot for taking the kids and a picnic lunch and spending the entire day. Get there by taking Pearl Street (east of Main) all the way to the end.

If you’re in a beachin’ it mood, Leland has several to choose from, including a public beach on Lake Michigan at the end of Reynolds Street west of Main Street and one on north Lake Leelanau on M22 just south of the village. And if you’re in Leland the second Saturday in June, you won’t want to miss the Leland Wine and Food Festival, one of the biggest events of the summer in Leelanau County. Here, you’ll enjoy tasting wines and foods from the many local wineries and restaurants, and dancing in the park to live music. A bonus is the gorgeous view of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Barring unforeseen circumstances, you’ll be able to see this sight from an observation deck atop the new public restroom facility this summer, part of the second phase of a marina renovation that also includes a new, wider boat launch.

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Lake Leelanau L A KE LEEL A N A U T H E N Lake Leelanau, located close to geometrical center of Leelanau Peninsula, is a picturesque village nestled along a slow-

current waterway that connects the north and south basins of a lake bearing the same name. At one time, the lake was two smaller ones, separated by a trickling stream of water. Indians who lived in the area called it “Ke-ski-bi-ag,” meaning “narrow body of water.” By the mid 1800s, white settlers had moved into nearby Leland, built a dam on the Carp River (now Leland River) for a water powered sawmill. The mill raised the water level behind it, and the two lakes became one. The basins are connected by the navigable and picturesque mile-long narrows you see today. Lake Leelanau was a farming community from the very beginning of white settlement, and was home to the first vineyard in the county. Eventually the farms fields were changed over to the orchards that dominate the area today. By 1871, a post office was built and the village was named

In 1896, when the village of Lake Leelanau was called Provemont, these girls seemed to delight in a wade along the shoreline. — Photo by Leelanau Historical Society “Provemont,” only to be changed to Lake Leelanau in 1924. The community was home to Emelia Schaub, who became the first female prosecutor in the state of Michigan.

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Lake Leelanau embodies the quaint charm and friendliness of days gone by. You’ll find folks catching up with local news at the grocery store or hardware, playing a friendly game of cards at the coffee shop, or spinning their latest hunting and fishing yarns at Dick’s Pour House (a pub named after the father of the present owner)

over lunch or dinner. While you walk the streets or poke around the eclectic little shops, you’ll hear bells from the century-old St. Mary Church of the Assumption pealing out the hours, as they’ve done faithfully year after year. Behind the church is a covered patio, where an army of volunteers grill and (Continued on Page 44)

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Lake Leelanau Not To Miss in Lake Leelanau

You can’t leave town without taking the time to walk across the Narrows bridge. It’s a gorgeous view either way you look, and it’s fun to watch the boats and the swans go by. For a closer view of the Narrows, check out a Leland Township-owned dock open to the public behind St. Mary Church, or the road-end off William Street. You’ll find another public dock near the north end of St. Marys street. One quiet but pleasant place to visit is the township-owned Provemont Pond Nature Area off Popp Road. And the township provides picnic tables and a dock at where Popp Road ends at south Lake Leelanau, a popular place for swimmers. Explore the 8,000 acres of Lake Leelanau, whether splashing and picnicking at the Centerville Township Park off Highway 643

south of the village, picking up some bait from the Narrows Bait Shop and finding a hot fishing spot, or taking a slow paddleboat ride through the narrows to the big lake. Once a strawberry farm, then a golf course, and now one of three parks owned by Leelanau County, Veronica Valley County Park is a great spot to hike and look for birds and other wildlife. It’s a favorite for families, as the county Parks and Recreation Committee joins with the Lake Leelanau Lake Association and businesses to stock the ponds with bluegills. But give your pole to the beginners; fishing is restricted to kids. Covering 92 acres, the park has six ponds, two bridges, and lots of open and forested wetlands in which to roam. Find the park on County Road 641 south of the village.

Students of St. Mary School hail for boat business at the annual church summer festival and chicken dinner.

Lake Leelanau Continued from Page 41 serve chicken dinners in August at one of the biggest events of the summer – the St. Mary Summer Festival and Chicken Dinner. A ride through the village’s rolling countryside will bring you past numerous farm stands, where you can buy the tastiest strawberries, cherries and peaches ever. And you’ll also find five of the county’s wineries in which to stop and taste award-winning wines. If you’re lucky enough to be in town May 30 through June 3, you can catch one or more of the birding field trips or speakers at the second annual Leelanau Peninsula BirdFest. A highlight is visiting Lake Leelanau’s Fountain Point Resort, which hosts the

festival. It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Because of its central location, Lake Leelanau is the perfect hub from which to venture out to everywhere in Leelanau County, such as the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the casino in Peshawbestown, or the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum at the tip of the Peninsula. But there’s a pretty good chance you’ll be having such a good time, you’ll want to stay put. The unincorporated village has enjoyed a resurgence of late, having added a bakery, cycling themed coffee house, sandwich shop, upscale Italian restaurant, wine tasting room and a distillery to its mix in the past few years.

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Cedar & Maple City C e da r & M A P LE CI T Y T H E N Located in the rolling heartland of Leelanau county, Cedar and Maple City formed around the wooding industry. Maple City had its beginnings in 1866, when J.T. Sturtevant came north from Ohio to start a shoe peg factory, pegs being in high demand to extend the life of shoes that had lost their stitching. A sawmill soon followed and Maple City, or “Peg Town” as it was called by then, began to manufacture all sorts of other wooden products, including butter bowls, broom handles and maple flooring. By 1875, there was a small hotel for housing laborers as well as a post office, and the town took on the name of Maple, later expanded to Maple City. Cedar, named for its plentiful cedar trees, was home to the Sullivan Lumber Company, which made shingles, and the Dewey Stave Company, which manufactured barrel staves and hoops Cedar and Maple City started as lumber towns, as used to construct wooden barrels to hold produce grown in the evidenced by this picture of a rough and rowdy camp taken area, such as apples and pickles. Cedar’s early population was at the Tager sawmill south of Cedar. — Photo credit to Leelanau Historical Society, from the largely Polish immigrants who had come to work in the mills Sharon Wiegand Burkholder collection. and farm the fertile land.

VI S I T CE D A R & M A P LE CI T Y N O W Spectators lined the streets of Cedar and Maple City in 2011 for the State Championship Road Race. The bicycle race will run through the villages again this August.

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Although the days of lumbering are long past, Cedar and Maple City still testify to the warmth and neighborly spirit that infused the area during the lumbering heyday. On any given day, residents will welcome you at one of many gatherings – a Zumba class at the township hall, a game of cards or karaoke night at the Cedar tavern, or an ice cream social at the park. And if you walk into the hardware, the grocery, or the meat market more than once, it’s likely that the owners and workers will greet you by name.

The sister towns are a perfect stop off place to picnic, play, swim, paddle – and simply relax. The little Solon Township Beach Park located off South Lake Shore Drive four miles east of Cedar is a great place for the kids to splash in the warm waters of Lake Leelanau. And the adults will enjoy the Manitou Passage Golf Course and Sugar Loaf The Old Course, both found north of Cedar, or tasting a variety of award winning wine selections at one of two area wineries. Cedar

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Cedar & Maple City Not To Miss in Cedar & Maple City

A paddle by canoe or kayak down the meandering Victoria Creek (Cedar River) through the 380 acre Leelanau Conservancy Cedar River Preserve, an extensive wetland complex, is the ideal place to view yellow pond lilies, sundews, bladderworts, and insect-eating pitcher plants. You’ll also see turtles, frogs, and whirligig beetles, and if you’re lucky, even a glimpse of a mink, muskrat, or osprey. Put in at Solon Township River Park at the north end of Cedar, and paddle all the way to Lake Leelanau. For the sports-minded, the Myles Kimmerly Recreation County Park a mile west of Maple City offers something for everyone. Dedicated to former Probate Judge Myles Kimmerly in 1974, it has a hiking trail, soccer and ball fields, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts, and even a driving range and 18 hole disc golf course. Pack a picnic basket or something to grill and you can enjoy lunch after your activities under the cool shade of the picnic shelter. After the Polka Fest, enjoy a game of softball with the kiddies at Cedar’s Solon Township Playground Park. With baseball diamonds and tennis courts, it’s also the ideal place to stop any old night after buying ice cream cones to watch one of the many ball games played there.

Cedar & Maple City Continued from Page 45 has a surprising variety of interesting little shops to browse, and each town has popular eateries where you can get a burger, a pizza, or something a little more elegant. Don’t forget to pick up authentic Polish sausages at Buntings Market or Pleva’s meat market to put on the grill – yum! If you’re lucky enough

to be in Leelanau July 5-8, you’ll have to hit one of its biggest summer happenings – the Cedar Polka Festival, an event that draws thousands together under the big tent to listen to music, eat, and dance the night away. And on August 26th in Maple City is the Car and Truck show, a popular old fashioned street celebration with classic cars, trucks and hot rods galore.

You won’t want to miss the Polka Fest held in conjunction with the Fourth of July (top, file photo), a busy place in Cedar compared to a quiet paddle down the Cedar River (above photo courtesy of the Leelanau Conservancy).

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Glen Arbor G LE N A R B O R T H E N Like many of Leelanau’s towns, Glen Arbor had its start as an Indian settlement, developing around what was once called

Bear Lake, now Glen Lake. By the mid 1800s, the first white settlers began arriving, first to trade with Indians, and then to harvest the area’s plentiful forests. The Fisher family made a living with a mill at the lower end of what is now Fisher Lake and the start of the Crystal River. By the end of the 19th century Glen Arbor, along with nearby Glen Haven, had grown with the lumbering business. A number of hotels were needed to house the lumbermen — and a growing tourism business as word of this pristine, perfectly round lake spread through the Midwest. Steamers would stop at a large dock built at Glen Haven. Sleeping Bear Point Life-Saving Station opened Sleeping Bear Dunes has always been a big part of the to serve ships passing through the sometimes treacherous Glen Arbor community. At one time, visitors piled into “dunesmobiles” to see the area. Manitou Passage.

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While surrounding lands eventually became part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor remains a small residential and vacation home community, and a popular tourist destination sought for its sun and sand, beautiful waters, and artsy and very walkable downtown. Small enough for a new four way stop to be the talk of the town (no traffic stoplight though;

the county tally remains at one!), there’s still plenty of action to be had here. When you tire of swimming, boating and skiing, a trip downtown offers numerous places to shop for everything from clothing to artwork to souvenirs, as well as to dine and people watch. Glen Arbor is flanked to the north by The Homestead Resort, (Continued on Page 53)

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Glen Arbor Not To Miss in Glen Arbor There’s water fun galore at the Glen Arbor Lake Michigan beach or the more isolated beach on Lake Michigan at historic Glen Haven. But you haven’t experienced the full glory of Glen Arbor’s waters without a lazy trip down the Crystal River. Running 6.3 miles through sections of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore into Lake Michigan just north of town, it meanders through groves of cedar, tamarack, and paper birch as well as swamp lands. Because the river is shallow and no wider than about 20 feet, it’s an ideal place for even the most inexperienced to kayak or canoe. The sandy bottom makes it great for tubing or rafting, too. And if you love wildlife, you’re sure to get a glimpse of turtles, frogs, otters, and muskrat, as well as many species of birds, such as

bald eagles, heron, ducks, swans, and kingfishers. The Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA) is a nonprofit organization created in 1983 with a mission to further the arts in the Glen Lake area. With both children’s and adult classes in a variety of art forms as well as an artist in residence program and the wildly popular Manitou Music Festival, GAAA is the place to discover your artist within. Check out class offerings and events at www.glenarborart.org If you haven’t reached your exercise saturation point, head to the southeast corner of State Street and M-22 to get to the Glen Arbor Township Park. With a basketball court, four tennis courts, a picnic area and a children’s playground, it’s the perfect place to make a healthy day of it!

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Glen Arbor Continued from Page 49 a community within a community that offers the county’s most and widest array of lodging opportunities. Also nearby is Leelanau School, a boarding institution that attracts high school students from across the globe. If you’re in Glen Arbor on Independence Day, you’ll be amazed to see how many folks line up hours ahead of time for the biggest summertime event ever – the 4th of July parade. Drawing hundreds of participants and thousands of parade enthusiasts, it’s a come-as-you-are affair, followed by an equally enjoyable “boat parade” on Glen Lake. A trip to Glen Arbor would be incomplete, though, without exploring surrounding Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, complete with stops at preserved historic settlements. You can visit Port Oneida Rural Historical District, a 3,400 acre community

of 18 abandoned farmsteads, or Glen Haven, a well-kept ghost town that bears witness to the peninsula’s maritime past. One of the best ways to see things up close and personal in the Lakeshore is on foot or bike. And this summer, you’ll be able to try out the first segment of the new Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a hard-surfaced multi-use trail that runs between the Dune Climb and Glen Arbor, connecting to Glen Haven and the DH Day Campground. If you’re not completely donein by the time dark falls, you can head to the Lanphier Observatory, located on the shores of Lake Michigan at The Leelanau School in Glen Arbor, for an evening of wondrous star-gazing. The observatory is open Wednesday and Thursday nights, June 20 through August 30, from 10:00 p.m. to midnight, if the skies are clear.

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Empire E M P IRE T H E N It’s hard to believe that with a current population of only about 400, Empire was once

the largest town in Leelanau. Like most of the forested harbor towns here, it began in the mid 1800s as a small community built up around the lumbering business. But by 1887, the T. Wilce Company, a hardwood flooring business out of Chicago came to town, purchased a steam powered sawmill on South Bar Lake and established the Empire Lumber Company. With one of the largest hardwood mills in the state, Empire’s population grew to more than 1,000. During its heyday, the Empire Lumber Company cut between 15 and 20 million feet of lumber per year, shipping much of it to Chicago. By 1911, the wooding days were mostly over, and with the loss of livelihood, Empire’s population dwindled. Those who stayed eked out a living through agriculture, growing potatoes, then later fruit crops, including apples, cherries, and peaches. In 1950, the United States Air Force acquired a piece of property southeast of the village and erected a radar system. The Empire Air Force Station was a part of the government air

Empire has always been a community known to enjoy itself, as typified of two early citizens in this picture preserved by the Empire Heritage Museum. surveillance system, used during the Cold War. In later years, the site was turned over to the Federal Aviation Administration and now, much of it is gone. However, the massive radar apparatus still stands, and some of the barracks are used as housing for rangers with the National Park Service.

VI S I T E M P IRE N O W Empire’s a hoot at the Anchor Day parade, proclaimed by fans and organizers as the parade so nice it goes around twice.

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Today, the lakeside village is largely defined by its proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Visitor Center, and why not? It sits smack-dab in the middle of the 71,000-acre park. Empire is an outdoor lover’s paradise – perfect for hiking, biking, sunning and splashing. And with the Empire Bluffs to the south and the sand dunes to the north, Empire has some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Leelanau County.

While it’s without a doubt a destination spot for those who love the outdoors, Empire also has a reputation for being a little town with big character. Downtown there’s an assortment of galleries and eclectic shops, and you’re sure to find a gathering of townspeople talking local politics and happenings over a cup of coffee at one of the family friendly eateries. Empire is cozy enough for everyone to get acquainted, yet seemingly big enough for everyone when the population swells in

summer. Parking can be a problem, so get to the beach early and obey signs. Empire is one of three incorporated villages in the county, and has its own water system. Some say that residents here grab at any excuse to plan a festival. Spring ushers in the Asparagus Festival, which features all things asparagus – food, poetry and recipe contests, music, a dance and pig roast, a parade with (Continued on Page 56)

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Take a little of Leelanau home with you Dave Taghon once owned and operated the only gas station in Empire. He’s now a full-time history buff who helped assemble the large collection of pieces in the Empire Heritage Museum.

Not To Miss in Empire Take a trip back in time at the Empire Historical Museum, a complex of four buildings that preserve the town’s past. The first floor of the main museum features the turn of the century Roen Saloon and other artifacts from Empire’s rich lumbering history, and the lower floor has a blacksmith’s shop, woodworking shop, railroad and shipping displays, the Empire Lumber Company display, a covered wagon, buggies and sleighs. Wander out to the woods behind the main building to see a one-room schoolhouse, complete with water pump, outhouse and a wood burning stove. You’ll also see a 1911 fire house featuring handpulled fire equipment and the Billy Beeman Barn, with horse-drawn equipment such as a stagecoach, a hearse, buckboard and sleigh. Don’t be afraid to ask questions of the dedicated volunteer staff! From the Visitor Center of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, head south on M-22 for about 1.7 miles, then take a right (west) on Wilco Road to get to the Empire Bluff Hiking Trail trail head. The 1.5-mile round trip

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hike is hilly but well worth the effort. It takes you through a beechmaple forest, past a field with the remnants of 1940s farm equipment left behind, to the top of a bluff 400 feet above Lake Michigan. Here you can see a view of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, the Lake Michigan shoreline, and on a clear day, South Manitou Island. Take your time along the way with a brochure that explains the natural and geologic history of the area. Splash and play to your hearts delight one of Empire’s spectacular beaches. There’s the public beach In town, the kid-friendly South Bar Lake, and North Bar Lake just north of town. But one of the most beloved beaches in Empire is Esch Road Beach, located at the mouth of Otter Creek. Here you can get in on the wave action, or watch the kids play in the warm shallows of the creek outlet. Walk up the creek a ways to see wildflowers lining the banks or catch minnows darting in and out of the shadows. To get there, follow M-22 south of town, then turn west (right) onto Esch Road. The beach is about one mile down on Esch.

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Great Lakes Children’s Museum Greilickville Harbor Park DeYoung Natural Area Boughey Park Veronica Valley County Park South Shore Village Park Suttons Bay Village Beach & Marina Eyaawing Museum and Cultural Center Omena Beach Haserot Park and Marina Beach Grand Traverse Lighthouse and Leelanau State Park 12. Kehl Lake Natural Area 13. Christmas Cove Beach 14. Peterson Park

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Established in 1889, Fountain Point, a National Historic Site, sits on 53 acres of lawns and woodlands with paths along the shores of Lake Leelanau in the heart of beautiful Leelanau County Michigan. A Hotel B&B with antique furnishings and 19 comfortably refurbished, 1-6 bedroom cottages, Fountain Point is for friends and families who want to spend quality time together in a picture-book setting with an atmosphere that has been personal and genuine for 120 years. Some of our amenities include: • Panoramic, lakefront setting in Leelanau County • Private cottages in a social, resort atmosphere • Sandy beach w/child-safe swim area/nightly campfire • Continental breakfast, many common rooms in Victorian hotel • Kid's Play Area • Canoes, Kayaks & Paddleboat • Game Room in Hotel • Home of the Lake Leelanau Rowing Club • Rowing/Sculling lessons, coaching, training available

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The view from Leelanau County vineyards is world class, just like the wines they produce. That’s West Grand Traverse Bay to the right as seen from Willow Vineyard; below, vintner David Bell from Circa Estate Winery shows off the bountiful 2011 grape crop.

Come sip, and enjoy With Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore recently winning the title of “Most Beautiful Place in America,” there’s plenty of reason to visit Leelanau County to feast your eyes on the countryside. But there’s far more than beauty to be had here. The Leelanau Peninsula is increasingly gaining attention as a significant wine region. Recent write-ups in publications such as Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine Advocate, coupled with consistent wine accolades in national competitions, have earned this area status as a wine destination spot rivaling that of the more popular California or Oregon wine countries. If you’re wondering how the chilly north can be conducive to wine grape growing, you may be surprised to learn that the cool climate, along with unique geographical conditions, make Leelanau ideal for growing cool-weather grapes such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and PinorNoir. Their fruit results in

clean, crisp, balanced wines with real varietal character. What are Leelanau’s unique grape growing conditions? With it’s rolling terrain jutting out into Lake Michigan, the “little finger” Michigan peninsula enjoys a “lake effect” influence on vines. As the spring growing season begins, breezes from the lake provide a cooling effect, retarding vine bud development usually until after the final frost. As the temperatures heat up during summer, warmth stored in the lake exerts a moderating effect on the land, keeping the difference between day and night temperatures less variable, and helping to delay the fall frosts that can damage the vineyard. And as the season ends, snow showers created by cold air passing over the warmer Lake Michigan insulate and protect the vines throughout the winter. But as protective as Leelanau’s climate is for grapes, Mother Nature has a way of being fickle. Take, for instance, the 2010 growing season. “In 2010, we had a warm spring

with temperatures in April hitting the 80s,” said Paul Hamelin, owner of Verterra Winery in Leland. “The vines starting pushing new buds out. But then in mid-May there was a hard frost, chilling the primary nodes (buds that develop first and have the greatest crop potential), resulting in a small harvest due to frost damage.” The 2009 season was almost as dismal in terms of harvest size, at least for red wine grapes, added Hamelin. With the coldest summer recorded in 30 years, there were an insufficient number of “growing degree days,” or days in which the temperature is conducive for maturing sweet flavorful grapes – resulting in red grapes being wasted rather than being harvested at an unripe stage. But in 2011, the conditions were outstanding, said David Bell, who along with his wife Margaret owns Circa Estate Winery. “We had a crummy cold, wet spring,”

he explained. “People were complaining, but the weather was perfect for the grape vines. They sat and did nothing until the frost danger was past.” And when danger was past, produce they did. “The plants put out additional primary nodes to compensate for the previous summer,” said Hamelin. “There was a heavy crop load, and our major concern was whether it would all get ripe.” The Leelanau vintners were in luck. “We had a Napa Valley fall,” said Bell, who added that a balmy October with temperatures into the 80s allowed for mature grapes with just the right amount of sugar and aromatics at harvest time. “It was frosting on the cake.” You’ll find Leelanau wines produced from that “Napa Valley” growing season for sale across the Peninsula on your wine tour of Leelanau County.

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Wine pairings:

Follow your buds If selecting a wine to go with your barbeque picnic or summer dinner for ten leaves you agonizing over what Robert Parker or Jancis Robinson would do – take heart. Pairing wine with food doesn’t have to be that difficult.”There are some rules of thumb in pairing wine with food,” said Becky Hemmingsen, certified sommelier and manager of The Wine Shop at Hansen’s in Suttons Bay. “But the boundaries are wide open.” According to Hemmingsen, the old rule of thumb about pairing white wines with fish or fowl and red wines with meat isn’t hard and fast, but it serves as a starting point. “This old adage helps eliminate the possibility that wine overpowers the food, or vice-versa,” she explained. “A delicate chicken dish would get lost with a big, hearty Cabernet Sauvignon, and a delicate white wine

would get lost with a grilled steak.” Delving a little deeper, rich fatty foods like red meat need acid, which usually means a red wine with a good acid structure. But the red wine then needs to be matched to the delicacy or boldness of the dish. “Lamb, for example is rich, but delicate in flavor,” said Hemmingsen, who suggests a lighter red such as a Spanish Tempranillo or a Pinot Noir to balance the lightness of the lamb. A bolder heartier meat than lamb, such as beef, needs a bigger red such as Cabernet Sauvignon or a red Bordeaux. “The weight of the food and the wine are more important than the color of the wine,” she said. “You want to aim to balance that weight – rich, robust food deserves rich, robust wine. Delicate dishes obviously need delicate wines. What we try to do is let the wine enhance, not overwhelm, the food, and the food

enhance the wine.” Hemmingsen, who believes that most meals taste better with wine, has these food pairing suggestions for three varietals that thrive in Leelanau’s climate: • “Pinot Noir is a red grape that does really well in our cool climate of northern Michigan. The tannins are smooth and soft and the red fruit flavors are wonderful with roast, chicken and salmon – see, we just went outside the boundaries!” • “Riesling is one of my favorite food wines because of the fruit and acid balance. Riesling can be bonedry all the way to dessert sweet. I like Riesling with spicy Asian cuisine, curries, ham, even barbeque ribs. It can also be good for breakfast!” • “Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio is very good just sitting on the beach watching the sunset, eating Stonehouse bread and Leelanau Raclette cheese. It’s also good with non-oily fish such as whitefish because of it’s lemony characteristics.” When it comes to pairing foods with wine, listen to what the professionals say, but there is no absolute

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Doug Matthias inspects some younger pinot noir vines at his family’s Chateau Fontaine winery off Dufek Road. He’s one of several second generation vintners making their own imprints in the Leelanau wine industry. right and wrong, so don’t be afraid to be creative, advised Hemmingsen. “There are many variables in food preparation, sauces and sides, variables in wine making, as well as variables in people and our body chemistry. Tastes are subjective,” she added.

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Eager to try some of Leelanau County’s finest? You can sip and savor wines in one of the almost two dozen wineries scattered throughout the peninsula, most of which are open for tasting from May through October (call for off-season hours). Wine trail maps are available at tourist centers and stores throughout the region or at www.lpwines.com. Boathouse Vineyards – Located on the narrows in picturesque Lake Leelanau, the Boathouse is ready to serve up Pinot Noir, Rosé, Boathouse Red, sweet and semi-sweet Rieslings as well as award-winning Pinot Grigio and Dry Riesling. Enjoy a glass of wine on the covered porch, or take a stroll down to the water to watch the boats and swans float by. Call for hours. Located at the corner of St. Mary’s Street and M204. 256-7115. Bel Lago Vineyard & Winery – Sitting high on a hill overlooking south Lake Leelanau, Bel Lago, whose name means “beautiful lake” in Italian, offers wines made from family owned vineyards. Enjoy a large variety of wines, including Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Riesling, delicate Rose blends, and Bel Lago Red, a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other selected varietals. Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. MonSat, Sunday noon-6 p.m. Located seven miles south of Lake Leelanau village at 6530 S. Lake Shore Drive, Cedar; 228-4800. www.bellago.com Black Star Farms Winery & Distillery – With a hand-crafted approach to wine-making, Black Star Farms offers classic varietals such as Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Noir as well as a large selection of fruit, ice and sparkling wines and fruit brandies. A large tasting room filled with wine accessories and gifts, the award winning Leelanau Cheese Company on the premises, a farm market, café, horse stables, and a bed and breakfast inn rounds out your winery experience. Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. Located two miles south of Suttons Bay, just off M-22 at 10844 E. Revold Road, Suttons Bay; 944-1270. www.blackstarfarms.com

Boskydel Vineyard – The first winery to open in Leelanau, Boskydel vineyard was established by owner Bernie Rink as a way to keep his five sons occupied and out of trouble. Enjoy wines made from French-American hybrid grapes such as Vignoles, Vin Blanc and de Chaunac (none over $10) along with Rink’s homegrown Chinese chestnut appetizers (roasted on a woodstove in the tasting room) while perusing his collection of photographs, bartered artwork and witty sayings. Open 1-5 p.m. daily. From Lake Leelanau, turn south on County Road 641 and after 3.5 miles, turn left on Otto Road until you get to 7501 E. Otto Rd., Lake Leelanau; 256-7272. www.boskydel.com

Brengman Brothers Crain Hill Vineyards – Enjoy sweet and dry Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Syrah, fruit wines, and a special white blend, Block 65. Named after late brother Albert’s Eastern Michigan University football jersey number (he succumbed to cancer after 20 years), a percentage of the proceeds of sales for this wine are donated to hospice care and cancer research. Open 11-7 daily. Located south of Suttons Bay, turn on E. Crain Hill Rd. off of M-22 South, then left onto S. Center Highway (County Rd. 633) to get to 9720 S. Center Highway; 946-2764. www.brengmanbrothers.com (Continued on Page 64)

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your senses Continued from Page 63 Chateau de Leelanau – From the tilling of the fields to the pouring of the wine, Chateau de Leelanau focuses efforts on creating exceptional wines, including Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Rieslings as well as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, cherry wines and hard ciders. Open Mon-Sat 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. Located at the corner of M-22 and Hilltop Rd., south of Suttons Bay at 5028 S. West Bay Shore, Suttons Bay; 271-8888. www.chateaudeleelanau.com Chateau Fontaine – Named after proprietor Lucie Matthies’ middle name and honoring the French immigrants who settled the area, Chateau Fontaine was established on a deserted potato farm. With a wide variety of white grapes, including Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Gris as well as Pinot Noir and other red blends, this winery offers something for every palate, as well as a selection of humorous cocktail napkins, recipe books and a wall of 5,600 corks in the restroom. Open Wed-Sun noon-5 p.m. Located near Suttons Bay, six miles west on M-204, then three miles south on County Road 645 (S. French Rd.) at 2290 S. French Road, Lake Leelanau; 256-0000. www.chateaufontaine.com Cherry Republic – Celebrate all things cherry at Cherry Republic winery. From cherry wines and cherry grape wine blends to cherry soda, juice, salsa, dried and chocolate covered cherries – you’ll be in cherry heaven. Open Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday noon-7 p.m. Located in downtown Glen Arbor at 6026 S. Lake Street, 334-3150. www.cherryrepublic.com Ciccone Vineyard & Winery – Owned by winemaker Silvio “Tony” Ciccone, father of superstar Madonna, Ciccone offers European style wines, including Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc,

as well as red and white blends, fruit and dessert wines. Open daily from noon-6 p.m. Take M-22 south from Suttons Bay and turn west on Hilltop Road until you reach 10343 E. Hilltop Road, Suttons Bay; 271-5553. www.cicconevineyards.com

winemaker, is a good guy that makes good wines! Join us and relax inside the handsome tasting room or outside by the viewing pond nestled at the foothills of the estate vineyard. Open Mon-Sat 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday noon5 p.m. Located 4 miles north of Leland on M-22 (first driveway Circa Estate Winery – Old world north of Eagle Harbor), 5620 N. charm meets new world elegance Manitou Trail, Northport; in Circa’s tasting room, where 256-7003. you’ll sample carefully crafted www.gillspier.com fine dinner wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Good Harbor Vineyard – Enjoy Cabernet Franc, the signature a self-guided tour of this winery Requisite, made from Austrian owned by a third generation Blaufrankisch grapes, as well as farming family. Taste Chardonnay, Mosaic, a blend of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and several blends, including Muscato and Chardonnay grapes. signature Enjoy live entertainment on the trademarked Trillium®, named patio on Saturday nights, and take for Michigan’s spectacular spring home a bottle, carefully wrapped flower. Open Mon-Sat 11 a.m. to in gold tissue paper. Open Mon- 5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5pm. Sat 11 a.m. -7 p.m. and Sun Located three miles south of noon-7 p.m. Located east of Lake Leland on M-22, 34 S. Manitou Leelanau; follow M-204 (Duck Trail, Lake Leelanau; 256-7165. Lake Rd.) toward Suttons Bay www.goodharbor.com until you get to Horn Rd., turn Neighbor Organic north on Horn Rd. until you get to Good 7788 E.Horn Rd., Lake Leelanau; Vineyard & Winery – With a goal to treat the earth in a sustainable 271-1177. and eco-responsible manner, Good www.circawinery.com Neighbor is the only certified Forty-Five North Vineyard & organic grape grower and winery Winery – Located exactly on the in the region. Featuring wines Chardonnay, Riesling, 45th parallel, the winery features from Gewurztraminer, an Amish built post and beam Traminette, barn as a tasting room, similar to and Pinot Gris grapes as well as those owner Steven Grossnickle fruit wines and the trademarked remembers from childhood. Quatro Loco ™ hard ciders. Open Here, you’ll be able to sample weekends only, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. award-winning wines, including Located approximately three miles Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, south of Northport off M-22. Take Riesling, Pinot Noir Rosé, red Engles Rd. to the end and turn and white blends, as well as fruit right until you get to 9825 Engles wines. Open daily 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Rd., Northport; 271-5679. www.goodneighbororganic.com Located east of Lake Leelanau; follow M-204 (Duck Lake Rd.) L. Mawby – Totally committed toward Suttons Bay until you get to producing sparkling wines, to Horn Rd., turn north on Horn owner/winemaker Larry Mawby Rd. and go to 8580 E. Horn Rd., pens poetry for his wine labels and Lake Leelanau; 271-1188. features sparklers with names like www.fortyfivenorth.com “Wet” and “Sex.” Mawby believes that you can enjoy drinking bubbly Gill’s Pier Vineyard & Winery – anytime, any day, each day – Named after a historic Bohemian and to prove it, he hosts several settlement, Gill’s Pier Vineyard & sparkling wine picnic events Winery features estate Riesling, during the summer. Open daily Cabernet Franc, Merlot and noon-6 p.m. Going south on M-22 Sauvignon Grapes. Bestseller out of Suttons Bay, turn west on Just Unleashed expresses the Hilltop Road, north on Elm Valley best of a custom red wine blend, Road, about ½ mile to 4519 S. Elm and Vignole grapes define their Valley Rd., Suttons Bay; Whitewater as a semi-sweet 271-3522. classic. Bryan Ulbrich, their www.lmawby.com

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Leelanau Cellars – With a tasting room sporting a 35 foot maple counter and a giant fieldstone fireplace as well as spectacular views of Grand Traverse Bay, Leelanau Cellars offers a wide variety of wine selections. Sample popular Tall Ship Chardonnay as well as Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Baco Noir, Rieslings and many blends, including seasonal collection: Spring Splendor, Summer Sunset, Autumn Harvest and Winter White. There’s also a large selection of fruit wines and ports. Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday noon-6 p.m. Located north of Suttons Bay on M-22 in Omena at 5019 NW Bayshore Drive; 386-5201. www.leelanaucellars.com Longview Winery – When owners Alan and Linda Eaker met at a conference and had to return afterwards to separate states and lives, they took the “long view” and planned for a day when they could be together forever. Now married and retired, they’re fulfilling Linda’s dream of a vineyard and winery in Leelanau County named after their positive outlook on life. Taste award winning wines, including Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Gris as well as fruit wines, ice wine, and the only commercially produced Mead in the county. Open MonSat 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday noon-6 p.m. Find the tasting room adjacent to the family-run Cedar Rustic Inn at 8697 Good Harbor Trail in Cedar; 228-2880. www.longviewwinery.com Raftshol Vineyard – First a dairy operation, then a cherry orchard, the Raftshol farm, in the family since 1906, now produces a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir, and a selection of dessert wines and mead.The first vineyard to gamble on commercial-sized plantings of red vinifera grapes in a cool weather region, this winery is known for its wonderful reds, including the Raftshol Red blend, which was one of the first red wines produced in northern Michigan. Open daily from noon5 p.m. Located 2.5 miles north of Suttons Bay or 1 mile south of (Continued on Page 66)

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your senses Continued from Page 63 Leelanau Sands Casino on M-22 at 1865 N. West Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay; 271-5650. www.raftsholvineyards.com Shady Lane Cellars – With a tasting room converted from a 100 year old chicken coop and appointed in copper, Douglas fir, Italian tile and granite, Shady Lane Cellars offers classic cool weather wines, such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Blaufrankish, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir, as well as red and white blends, dessert wines and bubblies. Open MonSat 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sun

from M-22 north of Suttons Bay. Stallman turns to McKeese; turn onto Peshawbestown from McKeese until you arrive at 11087 E. Silver Leaf Farm Road, Suttons Bay; 271-3111. Silver Leaf Vineyard & Winery www.silverleafvineyard.com – Founded in 2005 by owners Patti and Mark Carlson, Silver Leaf Tandem Ciders – A unique stop winery is a converted machine on the Leelanau wine trail, Tandem shop/horse barn. The tasting room Ciders specializes in hand crafted features rotating displays of local hard and sweet ciders made from art and opens through double local apples. Try Farmhouse, The French doors to a deck where Crabster, Pretty Penny, Early Day, you can drink wine and listen as well as other ciders, each with to entertainment while taking a flavor unique to the apple and in views of the scenic Leelanau the land it was grown on. Open countryside. Taste Chardonnay, Tues-Sat noon- 6 p.m. and Sunday Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Noir, noon- 5 p.m. To get there, head a red blend, signature fruit wine north on M-22 through Suttons “Chaffia,” and dessert wine. Open Bay, and approximately 1.5 miles daily noon- 6 p.m. Get to Silver from the second blinking light, Leaf by turning onto Stallman turn left on Setterbo Road. Wind up Setterbo for another mile and look for the white barn with a red tandem bicycle, 2055 N. Setterbo Road, Suttons Bay; 271-0050. www.tandemciders.com noon-5 p.m. Located south of Suttons Bay off of M-22 on Shady Lane at 9580 Shady Lane, Suttons Bay; 947-8865. www.shadylanecellars.com

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Whiskey Smorgasbord If you enjoy tasting wines, you might just like getting more into the spirit of things by stopping by a distillery to taste hand-crafted whiskeys, vodkas and other liquors. One such distillery is found in Leland, and another will open this summer in Lake Leelanau. Mark and Mandy Moesler have renovated a portion of the Thunderbird building just east of the Lake Leelanau Narrows, and plan to have their Northern Latitudes Distillery business open around Memorial Day weekend. The distillery will share the historic Thunderbird building with Trish’s Dishes, a tasty gourmet sandwich shop, and Fish Hooked Too, which caters to outdoor sportsmen and women. Kent Rabish, owner and distiller at Grand Traverse Distillery in Leland, said many wine lovers stop by. “People come up for wine tasting and are looking for something a little bit different,” he said. In the distillery’s tasting room, one paid serving consists of three 1/3 ounce samples of spirits. If that sounds skimpy, said Rabish, it’s because there are strict state laws regarding the tasting of spirits. “You can’t taste over one ounce,”

he explained. And if you decide on something you like, you can buy a bottle. Or if you want, you can take home a barrel of custom whiskey. If you’re thinking that you could never drink a whole barrel of whiskey – not to mention find a place to store the thing – don’t worry. Buy a small barrel — 2, 3 or 5 liters. They’re hand crafted from American white oak, said Rabish, and charred on the inside just like big barrels used for commercial whiskey aging. And you get to customize your whiskey by selecting your own “mash bill.” According to Rabish, a mash bill is a recipe of grains that make up the whiskey. “It could be corn, wheat, rye, malted barley or a peated malted barley (which gives a smoky flavor),” he said. The staff will help match your tastes to your purchase. After purchasing a barrel and the whiskey, which is sold separately in one liter bottles at 125 proof, you take the barrel home to age the whiskey. Six months later – voila! Your own whiskey. The best part? The barrel is good for several batches, so you can come back for more un-aged whiskey and start all over again.

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philosophy! Translation: “True to the Land.” Come sample our award winning wines, grapes grown from our Leelanau County vineyards, crafted into 16 distinct wines. Tasting room is open April-December, Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. To 6 p.m. and Sunday noon- 5 p.m. Located in historic downtown Leland, 2 blocks from Fishtown at 103 River St. across from the Bluebird Restaurant; 256-2115. www.verterrawinery.com

Willow Vineyard – Located on a windswept hillside in Suttons Bay, with panoramic views of the West Bay, Willow is one of Leelanau’s smallest vineyards and wineries. Expect big things, though, from the award winning wines, which include Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. Open Mon-Sat noon-6 p.m.and Sun noon-5 p.m. South of Suttons Bay off of M-22, turn west on Hilltop Road to 10702 E. Hilltop Road, Suttons Bay; 271-4810. Verterra Winery – What’s www.traversebiz.com/willow in a name? Our wine making

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Leelanau seems to provide endless texture, form and color to inspire creation, whether

viewed by a photographer, painter, sculptor, wood carver, jeweler or textile artist. With its vast array of hues — azure blue skies reflected in shimmering silver water, sun-struck dunes, deep-green shadowy forests, meadows dotted with brilliant reds and yellows — the county is a natural draw for artists. For landscape artists, selecting a scene for each painting is tough — because there are so many to choose from! We asked several area landscape artists what Leelanau vistas inspire them most. Mary Fuscaldo of Cedar had a hard time pinpointing just one. “I’ve been everywhere in Leelanau County,” she said. “It’s more like a favorite place of the week.” In general, Fuscaldo gravitates toward water and winter scenes. And she loves the landscape of Victoria Creek at the Cedar bridge on Co. Rd. 651. “It’s one of my favorites because nobody ever paints it,” she said. Although Fuscaldo has painted all over the world, she can’t wait to get home to Leelanau. “You can’t live here and not want to paint it,” she said. “Everyone interprets it differently.” Jane Batteiger, an artist based in Glen Arbor, loves to paint scenes of Sleeping Bear Bay. “Sleeping Bear Bay is just this magic place to me,” she said. “It makes me realize there’s a big force we have no control over – it has so much power.” She also finds endless inspiration at the Thoreson Farm, part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes Port Oneida Historic District, where she takes classes each summer through the Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA). “I can’t believe I live in a place where I can drive just ten minutes from my house and have this kind

Joseph Lombardo of Ohio paints a scene from downtown Glen Arbor. Lombardo taught classes for the Glen Arbor Art Association last summer.

of a painting experience,” said Batteiger. Leland artist Brenda Clark favors farm scenes, and enjoys venturing up a two track road behind an old farm on Jelinek road. She paints on location (yes, outside, in all seasons), carrying her paints in a bag over her shoulder or pulling them along in a sled. “I was raised on a farm and can relate to the hard work that I witnessed of my grandparents in Missouri and the farmers on Jelinek,” said Clark. “The farmsteads are well worked and generational. The orchards are there along with fields of corn, and now the vineyards. Just capturing a glimpse of it is all that I want – real drama driven by the Leelanau landscape – my attempt to capture all of these elements of the landscape through color, gesture and passion via my paintbrush.” Experience the passion of these – and many other – area artists at one of the numerous Leelanau art galleries, including:

L. Saile – Designer jewelry with gemstones and Lake Michigan beach stones, fine art and engraving. 9044 E. Kasson St. 228-2082.

BINGHAM End of the Road Studio – Watercolor and acrylic paintings, collage, paper making and print making, one of a kind ceramics and fused glass pieces by Donna Johnston. 7200 South Shugart Rd. 947-3081

GLEN ARBOR Becky Thatcher Designs – Jewelry with gemstones, Lake Michigan beach stones. 5795 Lake St., 334-3826, www.beckythatcherdesigns.com.

BURDICKVILLE Art Works, Chas. Mattson – Watercolors, commissioned works. 10169 S. Bow Road, 334-4526. Underbark Furniture Workshop – New mission furniture by Paul Czamanske. 4057 W. Burdickville Road, 334-3753, www.underbark.com. By appointment. CEDAR Bel Lago Winery – Eclectic gallery. 6530 S. Lake Shore Drive, 228-4800. duck to Swan – Fine art gallery, decorative painting. 9044 E. Kasson St. 228-2082. Leone’s Glass Studio – Hand blown glass ornaments, wine stoppers and more. 800-694-6357, www. leonesglass.com. By appointment.

Rimwalk Studio – Pastels and limited edition reproductions by Mary Fuscaldo. 4249 S. Whitehill Drive (off Hohnke Road), 256-2237, www.maryfuscaldo.com EMPIRE Leelanau Trading Co. – Leatherwork bags, journals, luggage by Ted Gilmer. 13030 S. Coleman Road (M-72 and County Road 669), 228-6575, www.leelanautradingco.com. Sleeping Bear Gallery – Fine Arts, glass, sculpture, metals, jewelry, blacksmithing, painting and photography. 10085 W. Front Street, one block west of M22 and across from Empire’s town hall. Secret Garden Gallery – Gallery of artwork and handcrafted items. 10206 Front St., 326-5428, www.secretgarden.empire.com.

Dickinson Photo Gallery – Leelanau landscape photos. 7611 W. Glenmere Rd. (3.5 miles south of Glen Arbor on M-22), 334-6800, www.dickinson-gallery.com. Dokan Jewelry Designs – Custom jewelry by Robert N. Vertel. 6640 W. Western Ave. 334-RING. Glen Arbor Botanicals – Original antique botanical drawings. 6590 Western Ave., 334-3404, www.glenarborwest.com. Glen Lake Artists Gallery – Work by various Leelanau artists is on display. Lake Street, Arbor Light Bldg., 334-4230. Lake Street Studios – A home for a variety of artists and art forms; includes:

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Center Gallery – Original paintings and weekly one-person art shows Forest Gallery – Arts and crafts style pottery, metalwork and more North Gallery – Glass, ceramic and fiber arts 6023 S. Lake Street, 334-3179, www.lakestreetstudiosglenarbor.com. Paul May Furniture and Paradiso Gallery – Fine art and furniture. 5964 S. Ray St., 334-3128, www.kristinhurlin.com. Synchronicity Gallery – Original work of 90 outstanding Michigan artists in a wide variety of media. 6671 Western Ave., 334-4732, www.synchronicitygallery.com. Ruth Conklin Gallery – Offers contemporary art and crafts from many Michigan and Midwestern artists in a variety of mediums, including acrylic and oil paintings, wildlife wood carvings, beach stone and beach glass jewelry, ceramics and glass. 6632 M-109, 3343880, www.ruthconklingallery.com.

GREILICKVILLE Annz Metalz Designz – Original metal art. Yard art, gates, arbors, trellis’, bird baths, water features and kinetic pieces that rotate & swing. 13692 S. West Bay Shore Dr., 231-421-5503. Korner Gem – Unique gems & jewelry, specializing in Michigan stones such as Petoskey, Leland Blue, Fordite, Green Stone & Agate. Custom jewelry design. Design that special ring you’ve always wanted in 14k gold or sterling silver. Beach combers, natural stone beads, bead jewelry, gems, fossils, minerals and stones. 13031 S. Fisherman Cove, 929-9175. LAKE LEELANAU Plumfield Studio and Gallery – Original fine art work, specializing in portraits on commission by acclaimed artist Fred Petroskey. By appointment, 256-7649. LELAND Al Jacoby Gallery – Original paintings, prints and collectables. 505 W. Grand Ave., 256-7224, www.jacobygallery.com. Aurora Borealis Designs – Beach glass jewelry and custom designs. 106 N. Lake St., 256-0170

Becky Thatcher Designs – Jewelry with gemstones, Lake Michigan beach stones. 301 S. Main St., 256-2229, www.beckythatcherdesigns.com.

MAPLE CITY Campobello Gallery and Studios – Photography, woodwork and more. 12738 S. Maple City Rd., 645-4556.

Benjamin Maier Ceramics – Contemporary pottery and ceramic art. 104 N. Main, 590-1084, www.benjaminmaier.com.

Good Harbor Gallery – Pottery, photography, paintings. 4510 S. Maple City Road (M-22 and County Road 667), 228-6954.

Main St. Gallery – Original fine art and sculpture representing 20 of northwest Michigan’s premiere artists. 307 S. Main St., 256-7787, www.mainstreetgalleryleland.com.

NORTHPORT Joppich’s Bay Street Gallery – Paintings by Edee Joppich and guest artists as well as exceptional pottery by 12 master potters. 109 Bay St., 386-7428.

Reflections Gallery – Local photography, artwork and sailboat replicas. In Fishtown, 256-7820.

Leelanau Prints – Egg tempera and giclee paintings by Douglas Racich. 6411 N. Overlook Rd., 499-2927, www.leelanauprints.com

Roxane Designer Jewelry – Inspired by the art of Leelanau County, pieces incorporate precious and semi precious stones into unique designs. 106 N. Lake St. in Harbor Square, 994-2707.

Northport Pottery – Rake glazed pottery by local artist Tom Gennette. 7907 N. Matheson, 386-5827, www.northportpottery.com.

Spörck Tile Art – Ceramic tiles that reflect the natural environment by Leif Spörck. In Fishtown, 256-7330, www.sporcktileart.com.

Quiet Dove Gallery – Features the original art work of owners Cynthia Franseen and John Kristiansen. 14691 E. Woolsey (CR 629), 386-9005.

Two Fish Gallery – Handcrafted items from many artists. 104 W. River St., 2569350, www.twofishleland.com.

Rantz Fine Arts – Landscape paintings, jewelry, fiber work. 205 E. Third St., 386-7628.

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The Painted Horse Gallery – Paintings, sculptures, dimensional art and handcrafted furniture. 106 Waukazoo, 386-5828. Studio 106 – 106 N. Mill St. 386-1078 Wright Gallery – Regional contemporary artists. 210 Mill St., 3865594, www.wrightartgallery.com. OMENA Tamarack Gallery – Showcase for 65 regional and national artists; fine arts, crafts and folk art. Downtown on M-22, 386-5529, www.tamarackartgallery.com. SUTTONS BAY Bayside Gallery – Garden art, glass, jewelry, fine folding knives, unusual home furnishings. 204 N. St. Joseph, 271-4975. Brenda J. Clark Gallery – Expressionistic paintings of Leelanau landscapes. 408 N. St. Joseph, 271-2323, www.brendajclark.com.

Case Daniels & Rae – Jewelry, weathervanes, sculpture, fountains by Will Case and Rae Welch. 305 St. Joseph, 271-3876. Gallery 22 – Paintings, prints, pottery, fiber art, sculpture, jewelry and more from over 20 area artists. 5046 S. West Bayshore Drive (between Suttons Bay and Traverse City), 271-2244, www.gal22.com. Michigan Artists Gallery – Fine art, fiber, jewelry and folk art. 309 St. Joseph, 271-4922, www.michiganartistgallery.com.

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Historic Proportions Far from just a place to store old stuff, museums bring history alive for later generations, said Susan Pocklington, Director of Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear (PHSB), a non-profit partner that works to assist the National Park Service in preservation efforts. “Museums allow us to go beyond reading about something – and see things up close and personal,” she added. PHSB utilizes volunteers to help to preserve natural and cultural landscapes within the National Park. Recent projects include work on the Katie Shepard Hotel on North Manitou Island, and repairs and field clearing at the Treat Farm, part of the Port Oneida Rural Historical District, a 3,400 acre farming district, preserved as it was in the late 19th to mid 20th century. PHSB headquarters is at the Olsen House, also a part of the Lakeshore’s historical district, where there’s a small museum designed to teach about life in the former farming community. Pocklington shared her thoughts about the importance of having such a museum available to the public: “Just as eyes are said to be windows into the soul of an individual, museums are windows into the soul of the community. Looking through the eyes of those who came before, we learn of their struggles, problem solving, resourcefulness, ingenuity, inventions, culture, architecture, crafts and skills. What has shaped the community can be seen through the pieces and places preserved and protected for the benefit of the present and future. They expand our sense of place, spur appreciation, spawn our own creativity and move our spirit. Like a continuing thread, museums connect the community to its past, present and future.” See history come alive at one of Leelanau’s eight museums. They are:

Sadly, a 90-foot cottonwood that had welcomed visitors to Fishtown an estimated 109 years had to be cut down last fall. The state-record tree had fallen on hard times in recent years, and was deemed to be a danger to pedestrians. The Leland Michigan Chamber of Commerce was considering what to do with the cottonwood’s sizeable trunk when the Leelanau Visitors Guide went to print.

Grand Traverse Lighthouse and Museum – Tour the restored lighthouse and see how a keeper and his family lived in the 1920s and 1930s, see exhibits about lighthouses, foghorns and shipwrecks, and climb the tower for a marvelous view of Lake Michigan. (Nine miles north of Northport, 386-7195)

“Shipwrecks of the Manitou Passage, Loss and Legacy.” The museum is recognized for its worldclass collection of Anishnabek baskets, which have been assembled into a permanent exhibit. (203 E. Cedar St., Leland, 256-7475). Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear Museum – Learn about Port Oneida, a mid-19th century farming community, and the Charles and Hattie Olsen family through a tour of the Olsen house. Original artifacts and interpretive signage tell the story of the hardy settlers of this district. Pick up a brochure here and continue on to several other original historic sites in Port Oneida, part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. (3166 W. Harbor Road, M-22, Empire, 334-6103).

Great Lakes Children’s Museum – Hands on, interactive and informal educational environment, where kids can learn about a precious natural resource – water. Exhibits include a lighthouse Empire Area Museum Center – This four- overlooking the bay and a “Listening to the building complex is home to a turn of the River” exhibit, which allows a glimpse into life century saloon, one room schoolhouse, a 1911 in the local watershed. There is also a large-scale firehouse, 1924 vintage gas station, blacksmith magnetic navigation wall, a thunder and lightning and woodworking shop. There are many horse station and a three-tiered water table complete drawn items, such as sleighs, buggies, wagons, with pumps, locks, and boats. (13240 S. West Putnam Cloud Tower House – It’s the home of and even a stage coach hearse. (11544 LaCore St., Bayshore Drive, Greilickville, 932-4526). the Omena Historical Society and Museum. Here, 326-5568) you’ll see historic exhibits and programs detailing Leelanau Historical Museum – Exhibits reflect Omena’s history, with a special main room exhibit Eyaawing Museum and Cultural Center – the cultural history of the Leelanau Peninsula featuring businesses from Omena’s past. The Explore the history, traditions and language and its islands from the time of first habitation. exhibit includes general stores, the ice cream of Leelanau county’s first inhabitants – the The museum has an extensive archive, including parlor, post office, book store, tavern-gas station Anishinaabek. Exhibits change regularly but photos, letters, manuscripts, government and more, with store fronts, interiors, artifacts and include traditional work of Tribal artists and documents and newspapers as well as collections photos depicting life in earlier days. Located right Pow-wow regalia. (2304 N. West Bayshore Dr., of objects that represent the diverse cultures (Continued on Page 72) Peshawbestown, 534-7764) of Leelanau. The present exhibit is entitled,

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If you haven’t been to a library in a while – you’re in for a real treat. Today’s libraries are more than a quiet place to read and check out books and magazines. “Libraries offer so much today,” said Sylvia Merz, Director of Leland Township Library. According to Merz, Leland joins other Leelanau libraries in offering large collections of books, music and movies (most of them free). The library also serves as “your office away from home,” with free wireless, copy and fax machines, a scanner and public computers. The best thing? You can access materials right in the comfort of your own home through the Internet. “All you need is a library card,” said Merz. “And you have access to 4,500 titles in our collection. You can put items on reserve or renew items you’ve borrowed.” What is more, added Merz, three

of four Leelanau area libraries have digital collections that can be downloaded – e-books, limited movies and music. Most area libraries also have a rich program of events for the entire family. Slated for Leland Library this summer are a pajama party, a live raptor program, and a civil war presentation – to name just a few. And then there’s the institutional value available from librarians. Looking for a book written by a local author? Chances are, librarians have been asked that question before, and have read many of the books they might suggest. Leelanau’s libraries have forged relationships with other institutions to widen their reach. You’ll find books available at East Traverse Catholic Federal Credit Union in Lake Leelanau, Chase Bank in Cedar, and in the Maple City Health and Fitness Center. A surprising

amount of books can be borrowed in each of these places, and you don’t have to be a customer. Nor do you have to check the books out or pay fines for late returns, said Merz. “It’s all on the honor system.” Ready to see what Leelanau’s libraries can do for you? Check things out at one of the following: Glen Lake Community Library, Empire – 10115 Front St., 3265361, www.glenlakelibrary.net

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in Omena between the yellow house next to the Omena post office and the Tamarack Gallery, (386-7539). Sleeping Bear Point Maritime Museum – Visit the original U.S.

Leelanau Township Library, Northport – 119 E. Nagonaba St., 386-5131, www.leelanautownshiplibrary.org Leland Township Public Library – 203 E. Cedar, 256-9152, www.lelandtownshiplibrary.com Suttons Bay Area District Library – 416 Front St., 271-3512, www.suttonsbaylibrary.org

Life-Saving Station where there are exhibits covering Great Lakes shipping history, the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Life-Saving Service. Includes re-enactments of Life-Saving Service rescue techniques and a Lyle Gun firing demonstration. (End of Sleeping Bear Point, off M-109, 326-5134)

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Hang out with the stars

Have you ever laid on your back way out in the country to watch a blackened sky splattered with zillions of stars? From the very beginning of time, people have felt a connection with the night sky. Ancient people looked to the stars to navigate oceans

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— or ‘city’— lights? Looking up at the dark Leelanau sky, you see a steady glow near the horizon. Are you finally going to glimpse the Northern Lights? Not necessarily, especially if you’re looking toward the southeast. Here, the lights of Traverse City, the biggest town in neighboring Grand Traverse County, cast their glow into the sky, and can be seen in Leelanau near the horizon. The light pollution, which was barely more than blimp on the skyline a generation or two ago, can obscure the lower portion of the night sky in Leelanau, making it difficult for star gazing. For best sky viewing, find a dark area away from city — or in the case of Leelanau County, which lacks one — village lights. If you’re out often enough, you may be lucky enough to catch a Northern Light show this summer, although the next big year for the spectacular lights isn’t predicted to occur until 2013. The dazzling colors in the sky – red, blue, even neon green – are a result of charged electrons from sun storms colliding with atoms in the earth’s upper atmosphere. The particles are drawn to the south and north poles by the earth’s magnetic field, producing the aurora borealis (Northern Lights) in the northern hemisphere and the aurora australis (Southern Lights) in the southern hemisphere. From a distance they can be just a steady glow of light, but on some nights they pulsate and ripple — a lightshow dance in Leelanau’s summer sky.

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and deserts. And before calendars, folks used constellations to help determine when to sow or harvest their crops. Many of us have become disconnected with the skies. For one thing, we have calendars now – not to mention computers and smart phones – to provide us with information. And the glow of city lights diminishes our ability to see much up there, anyway. But stargazing remains a favorite pastime in Leelanau. Here, on a darker-than-ink night at a remote beach, you can spot dozens of constellations, pick out planets, or watch a spectacular meteor shower. Of course, it’s even nicer to know what you’re looking at. And Leelanau County offers an ideal place to learn — the Lanphier Observatory. Located on the shore of Sleeping Bear Bay near the Leelanau School in Glen Arbor, the observatory is open to the public on Wednesday and Thursday nights, late June through late August, from about 10:30 p.m. to midnight – clear skies permitting. You’ll be able to take a sky tour with the help of knowledgeable observatory staff, said Norm Wheeler, Director of the Lanphier Observatory. “We teach everyone about the constellations and the brightest stars of the summer sky. We feature a 14inch Celestron reflecting telescope through which we can see planets, multiple star systems, nebulae, and distant galaxies in a sky much darker and star-rich than around any city,” he continued. The original Lanphier Observatory was a gift from Charles H. Lanphier, an electrical engineer from Springfield, Ill., who summered on Glen Lake for many years. Star-gazing was Lanphier’s passion, and his dream was to share this enjoyment. He oversaw — and even helped build — a state-of-the-art observatory on Prospect Hill, where from 1976 to 1990, hundreds of visitors flocked to watch the celestial skies over Glen Lake. But in 1990, the hill was given to the Homestead Resort by the Leelanau School in exchange for the Cora Beals house, which became its visual art center. In 1991, the observatory was rebuilt on the beach, where you can see the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes towering above the blue wa-

ters of Lake Michigan — a great vantage point for observing ship traffic in the Manitou Passage, migrating birds, and of course, the night skies. What can sky gazers look forward to this summer? According to Ed Hahnenberg, Lake Leelanau night sky enthusiast and author of recently published book The Impatient Astrophotographer, two meteor showers are on their way: • On July 28 and 29, look to the east after midnight for a glimpse of the Southern Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower, a show that produces about 20 meteors per hour during peak dates. • And on Aug. 13 and 14, the Perseids meteor shower will light up the sky with as many as 60 meteors per hour in the northeast after midnight. You’ll also get a chance to observe Neptune at its closest approach to earth on Aug. 24, but a strong telescope will be needed to appreciate the

blue planet. There’s no special date needed to get a good look at one of the most spectacular sights in the Leelanau skies, though, added Hahnenberg, who identifies himself as a man who lives between heaven and earth. “There are an estimated 100 billion stars in our own Milky Way Galaxy. That’s unbelievable,” he marveled. Head to Lanphier Observatory, located on the shores of Lake Michigan at The Leelanau School in Glen Arbor, for an evening of wondrous star-gazing. The Observatory is open Wednesday and Thursday nights, June 20 through August 30, under clear skies. And check out Hahnenberg’s unbelievable photos of galaxies, star clusters, nebulae, planets, moon and more – and get information about how to schedule a trip to the Hahnenberg Observatory at www.hahnenberg.org

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Here, birdie! Birders spread out across the Leelanau Peninsula for the 2011 birdfest. With more than 75,000 acres of publicly accessible land and dozens of species of birds, Leelanau County is a bird watcher’s paradise. “Leelanau is a hotter bird area than most people realize,” said Kay Charter, executive director of Saving Birds Through Habitat, an organization dedicated to bird conservation education and activities. So hot, in fact, that the county put on its first — and very successful — Bird Fest last June, and is repeating the event in 2012. Birders come from miles around to hear renowned speakers, take guided birding trips, and network with other like-minded people. It seems that Leelanau has all of the right variables for this sort of event, explained Charter. “You need lots of quiet outdoor environments, like our pristine beaches and rivers, dunes, islands, conservancy land and state park. And a rare or endangered species of bird.” So what is Leelanau’s rare bird? That would be the endangered Great Lakes population of the piping plover, said Charter. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore doubles as Michigan’s premier site for this small shorebird, which has a sandy-colored upper body, white underside and yellow legs. During the breeding season, adults sport a black breast band, black forehead bar and orange bill and legs. Other hard-to-find or interesting birds in Leelanau include bitterns, rails, northern harriers, and prairie warblers, to name just a few, she added. While spring is a great time to catch a glimpse of birds traveling through Leelanau County from the tropics to breeding grounds in North America, any time is “bird time” here. Pick up a booklet at the Sleeping Bear Dunes

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Saving Birds Through Habitat – This nonconservation organization includes three Bird lovers will flock to profit acres of mixed habitat as well as a bird sanctuthe Leelanau Peninsula ary. While the sanctuary is only open for tours on selected dates, the adjacent property is open Birdfest, held in 2012 to visitors all summer long and into October. Over 60 species, including black-billed cuckfrom May 30-June 3. oos, orioles, and eastern kingbirds have been spotted on Saving Birds Through Habitat propNational Lakeshore headquarters produced by erty. Check out the website at Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes or a birding www.savingbirds.org trail map from the Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce for birding suggestions and Veronica Valley County Park – Once a popudirections to hot spots. lar small golf course, Veronica Valley, with it’s For starters, Charter offers up a few ideal open and semi open habitat, is a great place to places to bird watch: find species such as the yellow warbler, gray catbird, eastern kingbird, and brown thrasher. Leelanau State Park – The park is divided It’s also home to a kids’ fishing pond. The park into two areas, one at the tip of the peninsula is found south of Lake Leelanau on County and another four miles south. Between the two Road 642. areas is private property – so be careful not to trespass. The northern area is an excellent spot Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore to look for migrating species. The southern – Just about anywhere on this 71,000 acres is section, which hosts hiking trails, leads you ideal for bird watching. With a variety of habithrough wooded wetlands, hardwood forests tats, such as wetland, woodland, shoreline and and dunes along the Lake Michigan shore- meadow, over 250 species, including the enline. Here, you might glimpse brightly colored dangered piping plover, have been seen here. songbirds such as scarlet tanagers, indigo bun- Visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Laketings and blackburnian warblers. Get directions shore Park website at at www.leelanaustatepark.com www.nps.gov/slbe/index.htm Lighthouse West – Beyond the private property next to the lighthouse point section of the Leelanau State Park is Lighthouse West, a Leelanau Conservancy property. In the spring, you’ll find migrating songbirds, and on the rocky shoreline and in the shallow waters, you’ll spot shorebirds and waterfowl.

South Manitou Island – With miles and miles of isolated shoreline and some of the largest white cedars in Michigan, South Manitou Island is a great spot to find shorebirds, waterfowl, and plenty of songbirds. Take the South Manitou Island Ferry from Leland’s Fishtown for a day trip or a longer adventure.

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While on the water, you just may pass a classic wooden boat — or even a flotilla, as is organized over the Fourth of July weekend on north Lake Leelanau by the Leland Yacht Club.

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It’s boating season again, and boating enthusiasts around the county are prepping their watercraft — or have already launched their vessels into one body of water or another. What’s so special about boating in Leelanau? Well, the obvious, of course – the tranquility of being on the water, the feel of the sun kissing your face and the wind tangling your hair. But one of the nicest things about this area, said Konrad Molter, principal of Glen Lake secondary school and owner of Leelanau Watersports, is the “many options for boating.”

For those who enjoy catching a glimpse of wildlife, a quiet canoe or kayak trip down the Victoria or Crystal rivers might be just the ticket. Thirsty for speed? Skiing behind a powerboat on Lake Leelanau or Glen Lake or sailing the open waters of Lake Michigan on a windy day will quench that desire. And if you just want a leisurely day, said Molter, “You can take a pontoon trip, drop anchor on a sand bar, and have a picnic and a swim.” Anywhere you boat in Leelanau County, though, you’ll be amazed at the pristine beauty of the water, he added. “From the cobalt water of Lake Michigan to the aqua of Glen Lake and the turquoise of Lake Leelanau, it’s all so clean and clear.” But you don’t have to own your own vessel to experience the pleasure of boating, because with almost a dozen area watercraft rental businesses, there are plenty of opportunities to rent a sailboat, canoe, kayak, fishing boat, pontoon, or ski boat – for a day, a week, or longer. “When the sun shines the phone rings,” said Molter. Ready to go? Hop aboard and enjoy. If you’re spending the night, consider one of Leelanau’s four county marinas. Each provides transient slips, restrooms, showers, and holding tank pump-out; all but Elmwood Township have gasoline. Call ahead to inquire about slip (Continued on Page 76)

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North Park Suttons Bay — Race Street at M-22

Continued from Page 75 availability. Public marinas (all on radio channel 9), launch sites, and watercraft rental sites include: Leland Harbor of Refuge, Leland (47 slips) 45º 01’ 26” N / 85º 45’ 51” W Phone: 256-9132. May 1-October 31, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. G. Marsten Dame Marina, Northport (118 slips) 45º 07’ 48” N / 85º 36’ 38” W Phone: 386-5411. May 15-October 31, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Suttons Bay Village Marina, Suttons Bay (172 slips) 44º 58’ 32” N / 85º 38’ 43” W Phone: 271-6703. May 15-October 15, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Elmwood Twp. Marina, Greilickville (120 slips) 44º 47’ 17” N / 85º 38’ 00” W Phone: 946-5463. May 1-November 1, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The schooner Inland Seas regularly hosts students and lake lovers throughout the summer months. Above, participants enjoy a visit to Gull Island during the Leelanau Peninsula Birdfest. Little Glen Lake — ¼ mile west of M-22 off Day Forest Rd.

Northwest Little Traverse Lake — Cleveland Township Park

LAUNCH SITES, ACCESS POINTS There are numerous road-end access points to Lake Michigan and West Grand Traverse Bay. Glen Lake, Lake Leelanau, and the Leland River have several access points as well. North Bar Lake, Cedar Lake and Kehl Lake each have one public access. Some access points have facilities for launching small watercraft. Here is a list of Department of Natural Resources and Environment boat launch sites. Those with asterisks denote landings better suited for 14-foot boats or smaller.

Lime Lake — County Rd. 667, 2 miles south of M-22

West Bay — Elmwood Township Park near Grand View Rd.

Armstrong Lake — Armstrong Rd. and M-72

Northeast Lake Leelanau — Horn Rd (no parking)

Cedar Lake — County Rd 633, ¼ mile west of M-22

Northeast Lake Leelanau — East Leland Park, ½ mile north of Alpers Rd, off 641

Leland River — River Street and First Street Lake Leelanau Narrows — County Rd. 641 just south of M-204 Southeast Lake Leelanau — Bingham Rd. and County Rd. 641 Southwest Lake Leelanau — County Rd. 643, ½ mile south of County Rd. 620

School Lake — County Rd. 669, ½ mile south of M-22 North End Shell Lake — Off Good Harbor Drive (no motors) West Grand Traverse Bay — M-22 and Hilltop Rd. OTHER LAUNCH SITES South Bar Lake —Village of Empire Kehl (Leg) Lake — Kehl Rd and north end of lake Lake Leelanau Narrows — St. Mary’s Street, north from end of 643

South Lake Leelanau — Fouch Street south end of lake Southwest Lake Leelanau — 620/643 Centerville Twp. Park Southwest Lake Leelanau — Solon Twp. Park Lake Michigan — Lake Street in Glen Arbor

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WATERCRAFT RENTALS Empire Glen Lake Marine & Manitou Motorsports — Pontoon boats, jet-skis, deck boats and fishing boats. (326-5666) Glen Arbor Crystal River Outfitters — Kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards. (334-4420) Glen Craft Marina — Power boats, pontoons, jet-skis. (334-4556) On the Narrows Marina — Pontoons, sailboats, fishing boats, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes. (334-4891) Greilickville Sunset Watersports — Pontoons, ski boats, jet-skis. (932-1800) Lake Leelanau Narrows Passage Bait & Tackle — Pontoons, canoes, kayaks. (256-2547) Leelanau County Leelanau Watersports — Pontoons, ski boats and jet skis (590-6372) Leland Soulfish Outfitters - Stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and bikes. (2562650) Stander Marine — (256-9231) Suttons Bay Get Outside Rentals — Canoes, kayaks, small sailboats. (271-2210)

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Leelanau golf courses can bring out the smiles. Shown are Ed Fleis Jr. and brother Larry, who organize an annual charity golf outing at SugarLoaf The Old Course to pay for scholarships given to graduating seniors in Solon and Centerville townships.

eh, make that six great golf courses that await you in Leelanau Leelanau County golf courses offer up some of the best views in the United States. With sand dunes, lakes, and rolling hills as backdrops, it may be hard at times not to stop playing just to gape. And it’s those very natural features – hills, woodlands, and waters – coupled with strategically placed bunkers, that offer up a memorable round of golf on courses you’ll want to play again and again. Experience both the challenge and the landscape at one of the following public golf courses:

Manitou Passage Golf Course: Recently revamped, the Arnold Palmerdesigned championship course has garnered kudos from the likes of Golfweek magazine and Travel Golf. Formerly the King’s Challenge Golf Club, Manitou Passage renovations include wider fairways, restored bunkers, and the clearing of trees and brush to enhance views. It also includes a dining room with indoor and outdoor seating available. The course plays to 6,734 yards from the back tees. 4600 S. Lime Lake Rd., Cedar; 228-6000. www.manitoupassagegolfclub.com

Sugar Loaf The Old Course: Formerly called the Sleeping Bear Golf Club, it’s Leelanau County’s first public golf course and reflects the architecture of the first half of the 20th century. The classic course was designed by C.D. Wagstaff. The terrain is hilly, and weaves its way through some heavily wooded areas. While there is plenty of landing area on fairways, some greens are small, which adds to the challenge. The par-72 course has three sets of tees and plays to 6,813 yards from the tips.The course includes a natural turf practice range for warming up. 4512 S. Townline Rd., Cedar; 228-2040. www.sugarloaftheoldcourse.com

The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms: It may be best known for the working cherry orchards that are part of the course, and an interesting combination of par-3 holes. The 11th hole, for instance, provides stunning views and a drop of nearly 100 feet from tee to green, while No. 4 offers a 202-yard test over a pond. The Leelanau Club is much more than a collection of good par-3 holes, though. The par-71 6,651-yard Gary Pulsipher-designed layout features speedy greens, varied terrain, and water hazards strategically placed around the course. There’s also a driving range and

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Taking a romp on Good Harbor beach in 2011 were, from left, Natalie Schunk, Hannah Sword and Casey Mazza. Schunk and Mazza are from Grosse Pointe Farms; Schunk is from Highland Park.

Places to set your beach chair Water, water everywhere. Surrounded on three sides by the cool blue waters of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay, and with a profusion of inland lakes and rivers, you’re never more than a few minutes away from a Leelanau beach. Here are an even dozen popular public beaches to try: Leelanau State Park – Very rocky and more suitable for hiking and wading than swimming, but not to miss for the views and a visit of the Grand Traverse Lighthouse. North of Northport at 15310 North Lighthouse Point Road. Peterson Park – Near Northport, this park overlooks the tip of the peninsula and offers a blend of sugar sand beach and pebbles. Especially good for rock and beach glass hunting. Empire Beach – A fun family beach with both Lake Michigan shoreline and a swimming dock “next door” on

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grill. Otto Road, Suttons Bay; 271-2020. www.leelanauclub.com Dunes Golf Club: The Empire-area course puts an emphasis on enjoyment and casual golf. It’s a 5,730 yard course located in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area. It was built in 1982 and opened the following spring as a ninehole course. The back nine was added in 1991. The back nine is shorter but plays more difficult for many golfers because of its tight, tree-lined fairways. There’s also a snack bar, practice green and driving range across the road. 6464 W. Empire

warmer South Bar Lake. At the foot of Niagara Street in Empire. Perhaps Leelanau County’s most popular beach.

Christmas Tree Corners Beach – On Lake Michigan at the end of Reynolds Street in Leland west of Main Street.

Suttons Bay Municipal Park and Beach – Downtown Suttons Bay, this park boasts a playground with a “digger” that kids can sit on, spin, and shift gears to scoop up sand.

In Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: Good Harbor Beach – A vast crescent of Lake Michigan beach that can be accessed at the end of County Rd. 669 and County Road 651, you can catch views of the Manitou Islands, search for Petoskey stones, and walk for miles.

Omena Beach - Instead of turning north on M-22, go straight. The beach will be out your window. Northport Village Beach – Downtown Northport, the water is shallow forever; it’s a great place for kids. Greilickville Harbor Park – Perhaps a better selection for family fun and a picnic, the beach offers playground, picnic tables and restrooms. Nedows Beach – Public beach and park on North Lake Leelanau with a picnic area and dock. Take Pearl Street south of Main Street, 7 blocks. Highway, Empire; 326-5390. www.dunesgolf.com Mountain Flowers: Known for its stunning views of Sleeping Bear Dunes, North Manitou, South Manitou and South Fox islands, the 9-hole par-3 course, with its small greens and short yardage is the embodiment of target golf. The most challenging hole is NO. 9, a 196-yarder that features a tee box set 95 feet above the green. Wood Ridge Rd., Glen Arbor; 334-5000. www.thehomesteadresort.com Private courses Leland Country Club and Northport Point: These private clubs offer some of the most memorable holes in Leelanau County. However, you’ll need to pair up with a member to enjoy.

Esch Beach – Also called Otter Creek Beach, has a creek that flows into Lake Michigan – an ideal shallow splashing

pool for the kids. Located at the end of Esch Road off M-22, south of Empire. North Bar Lake – Is a popular beach with the locals, a warmer spot as a contrast for cooler days on Lake Michigan. Located at the end of Bar Lake Road north of Empire. Glen Haven Beach – From this beach on Sleeping Bear Bay, you can get a good view of the Manitou Islands and see pilings remaining from the old Glen Haven dock, part of the historic harbor of the 1900s. Two miles west of Glen Arbor on M-109/M-209.

Not all ‘blooms’ are pretty An isolated beach walk in Leelanau County offers a myriad of breathtaking sights — and, occasionally, less appealing sights. One of these is a green algae called Cladophora. Found naturally along the Great Lakes coastlines, it grows on hard surfaces under the water, such as submerged rocks and logs. Wind and wave action can cause it to break free and wash to shore, where it decays and causes an unpleasant odor. Cladophora growth is dependent upon warm temperatures, light availability and phosphorus. Warm summers and increased light levels on the lake bottom due to zebra and quagga mussels — they are invasive filter-feeders that cause increased water clarity — as well as phosphorus can increase algae bloom. Phosphorus can come from the disposal of home cleaning products, or natu-

rally through animal feces and mussel waste. While less than attractive, Cladophora by itself won’t hurt you. But it does provide an ideal breeding ground for type E botulism bacteria. And birds that feed off of invertebrates that have ingested the botulism toxins and fish that have ingested the invertebrates can become ill and die. Which means that you – or your dog – may occasionally come across a dead bird carcass lying on the beach. According to Tom Ulrich, Deputy Superintendent at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the National Park Service is working with a team of researchers to search out measures to reduce or eliminate the botulism problem. “If we can better understand how to prevent botulism outbreaks, we can hopefully ward them off,” he said.

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Sitting on the shore of Lake Michigan at the end of the day, listening to the gentle lap of the waves hitting the sand and watching the last delicious red sliver of sun slip below the horizon, it’s easy to think of the big water as a calming force. But Lake Michigan is also a force to be reckoned with. Hundreds and hundreds of shipwrecks populate the bottom of this lake, tragically lost to the treacherous waters. Beginning in the 1830s, with the opening of the Erie Canal, the volume of shipping in the Great Lakes grew immensely. Here in Leelanau, the Manitou Passage (the sheltered channel between North and South Manitou Islands and the mainland) had the heaviest area of water traffic, as it was the most direct route for ships traveling between Chicago and Buffalo. Shipping companies in those days demanded that schedules be kept, regardless of the weather, so ships carried their passengers and cargo — ore, grains, lumber, coal — over sandy shoals and near rocky shores in fog, heavy winds, and storms, resulting in frequent shipwrecks. “The Manitou Passage is one of the deadliest stretches of water in the Great Lakes,” said recognized explorer of Great Lakes shipwrecks and Michigan mysteries Ross Richardson. “All types of ships were lost — schooners, wood and steel freighters, barges.” Fortunately for those who enjoy learning about shipwrecks, the cold fresh waters of the Great Lakes has acted as an ideal natural preservation for the lost ships. And in 1980, the Michigan underwater preserve system was created to protect the thousands of vessels that litter the bottom of the Great Lakes for later generations to explore. Today, over 2300 square miles of Great Lakes bottomland have been set aside as protected historic resources, divided into twelve underwater preserves — the Manitou Passage State Underwater Preserve being one of them. Historians believe that there are as many as 100 shipwrecks in the Manitou Preserve, about 60 of them found and identified. While diving is the best way to explore these underwater treasures, you may also see some of them while snorkeling, or even from the shore. But this is not a static situation. “Things have a way of moving around in the lake,” said Richardson. “Things get buried in the sand, and then revealed again. What you see today may not be what you see tomorrow.” One such appearance was in the fall of 2010 following a huge wind storm, when a previously undiscovered shipwreck washed to shore where

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Lake Michigan beached a present for those interested in shipwrecks, as the remains of what is believed to the schooner Jennie and Annie, which was lost in 1872, washed ashore last summer north of Empire.

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It’s tempting to remove a small item, such as a cup or tools, from a shipwreck site. But the State of Michigan owns all objects in the preserves. It’s a felony to remove or disturb artifacts on the bottom of the Great Lakes, such as cargo, portholes, anchors, or anything the Dunes Hiking Trail meets Lake Michigan. Local experts believe that this wreckage is the remains of one of two propeller-driven steamers that disappeared in this area in the mid 19th century. And very recently, a piece of shipwreck that experts believe to be from the schooner Jennie and Annie, which went down in 1872, washed up on the shore north of Empire. While you never know what you may see at any given time, some of the notable shipwrecks you can explore right now in the Manitou Passage Preserve include: Francisco Morazon – This steel-hulled Liberian freighter set out from Chicago on November 27, 1960, bound for Holland via the St. Lawrence Seaway, carrying 940 tons of cargo. On November 29, 40 mile per hour winds, fog, and heavy snow resulted in the ship running aground off the south end of South Manitou Island. The crew of 14 men and the Captain’s wife were rescued and taken to Traverse City. Today, the Francisco Morazan can easily be seen a few hundred yards from shore on South Manitou Island. The broken hull is in shallow waters, with much of the deck and cabin above water, home to colonies of cormorants and gulls.

else. Shipwrecks outside of established preserves have the same protection. Enjoy your walk along the beach or dive into Lake Michigan, and take all the photographs that you want. But leave things where you find them for others to enjoy!

was bound from Fairport, Ohio for Milwaukee, Wisc. with a cargo of steel billets on October 13, 1894 when she sprung a leak during a gale, 20 miles off of North Manitou Island. Seeking lee near the island, she sank, but the crew was rescued by the US Lifesaving Service on the island. She lies strewn across the lake bottom northwest of the North Manitou Shoals light in about 30 feet of water.. Three Brothers – A small wooden lumber freighter, the Three Brothers was built in 1888 and was first christened as the May Durr. She was renamed Three Brothers in the early 1900s when sold to the William H. White and Co., a lumber business in Boyne City run by brothers William, James and Thomas. Used to haul lumber from Lake Charlevoix to the White’s sawmill in Tonawanda New York, she was purposely run aground 200 yards east of the lifesaving station on South Manitou Island on September 27, 1911, during heavy weather when she began to leak and the pumps became flooded. Upon impact, the bow split open and the pilot house was knocked loose. Captain and crew were rescued but the ship was deemed a loss. Over the next 50 years, shifting sands formed a sandbar that completely obscured the ship, until in 1996, she was revealed again. Today the Three Brothers lies in water from 5 to 45 feet and is accessible from the beach.

Walter L. Frost – A 235-foot propeller driven wooden steamer, the Walter L. Frost was carrying a cargo of corn from Chicago to Ogdensburg, New York, when she ran aground on November 4, 1903 on South Manitou Island. The crew was safely evacuated. This ship is broken up due to the Morazon running aground on top of her a half century later, but the remaining hull, boilers and related artifacts can be seen in the shallow water at about 12 feet.

Congress – This 265 foot wooden steamer was built to be used as a passenger ship in Cleveland in 1867 and named Nebraska. In 1903, she was renamed Congress and used for lumber transport. On October 4, 1904, she caught fire while loading lumber in the harbor on South Manitou Island, and to prevent burning of the dock, she was towed out in the water, where she continued to burn, eventually sinking in about 165 feet of water.

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The bow is mostly intact, and engines, boilers and deck equipment can be seen. Montauk – A 137-foot wood schooner loaded with coal, the Montauk ran ashore north of the dock on North Manitou Island on November 23, 1882. After a harrowing night aboard the floundering ship, the crew was rescued by the US Lifesaving Service. The ship continued to break apart in the water over the next month and the remains are now resting in about 35 feet of water. Supply – This 132-foot brig rigged vessel was built in 1855 in Buffalo and originally named Curtis Mann; it was renamed Supply in 1861. In November of 1869, bound from Detroit to Carp River while carrying a large load of bricks, the ship broke in two astern and foundered in a gale off the shore of North Manitou Island. The crew spent two days in a rigging until rescued; one crew member died of exposure. The debris of the ship and cargo now lie in 8 to 10 feet of water. H.D. Moore – A 103-foot two masted wood schooner, it was bound from Harbor Springs Michigan to Port Washington, Wisconsin, carrying a load of lumber. On September 10, 1907, she

sought refuge from a storm in South Manitou Island harbor, but struck a rock and was split into pieces by the waves. All crew rescued, her wreckage lies in shallow water, 10 to 12 feet. James McBride – This 121-foot wooden brig was bound from the Manitou Islands to Detroit on October 19, 1857 with a load of lumber, when she ran aground near Sleeping Bear Point. Her remains lie in about 5 to 15 feet of water. Rising Sun – A 133-foot wooden steamer, the Rising Sun was headed south for the winter, carrying farmers with their harvest. On October 29, 1917, she ran into high winds and snow and went aground on the Pyramid Point Shoal. Passengers and crew made it to shore but the ship broke to pieces in the frigid surf, and her wreckage now lies in 6-12 feet of water, where it can be seen from the top of Pyramid Point.

Big lake surface warmth deceiving When venturing out on the Great Lakes to see shipwrecks, remember that the lake can be unpredictable and storms and heavy seas may arise quickly. Make sure you have appropriate safety equipment and a seaworthy vessel – as well as experience. The waters of the Great Lakes remain cool; while surface

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If the closest you’ve come to wildlife in the past year occurred while channel flipping, you’re in for a big treat at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. There’s a cornucopia of animals here, if you’re in the right spot at the right time,” said Steve Yancho, retired Chief of Natural Resources. “You’ll often see animals in wetland spots, and you don’t have to get too far off of the road to see them.” What kind of wildlife could you find in your wanders? According to Yancho, plenty, if you keep your eyes and ears open. Songbirds are hard to miss, snakes and turtles may take some wandering, and skunks have a way of finding you if food is left at the campire. Yancho provided a tour of wildlife possibilities: Beaver “You’re more likely to see the effects of a beaver rather than the animal itself,” said Yancho. This ungainly creature is remarkably graceful in the water, using its large webbed feet and paddle shaped tail to navigate. It typically burrows in the banks of lakes or rivers, but if the habitat is not to its liking, it re-engineers the landscape by building large log, branch and mud structures to block a stream or creek and turn the nearby woods or field into a large pond. Look for the structures as well as fresh cuttings on trees to identify signs of beaver in an area. While it may seem destructive, “The beaver is actually an important component of a healthy forest,” said Yancho. “It causes water to back up, killing mature forest and allowing new vegetation to grow.” Black Bear Bear sightings are somewhat rare in the Lakeshore, but rangers have receive calls from the Platte River Campground area and in Glen Haven. Bears are naturally shy creatures. “You’re most likely to hear it first before you see it, busting through the brush trying to get away from you.”

Lions, tigers and cougars? Oh my! Are you sharing the woods with cougars? Well, yes, according to those who’ve seen the big yellow cats in various locations around Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. But there is still no solid evidence of a cougar living here, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). In recent years, however, the DNR has verified cougar sitings in the Upper Peninsula, and cougars have been verified in Wisconsin. The large felines, also called mountain lions, were native to Michigan but declared extinct in the state by the early 1900s. Since that time, Michigan’s DNR

has received many reports of sightings, but no physical evidence its biologists consider conclusive, such as carcasses, photos or tracks — until 2008. That year and the following one, the DNR verified sets of cougar tracks and also trail camera pictures from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Biologists are still investigating where the animals might have originated from, but suspect they moved eastward from the Dakotas. So what about the reports of cougar sightings in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, where “cougar warning” signs were once posted? “I’ve talked to people all the time who say they’ve seen

cougar,” said retired Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Chief of Natural Resources Steve Yancho. “They’re certainly seeing something out there.” Yancho added that it wouldn’t be unusual for a cougar to have a wide range of territory and to periodically show up in places when unexpected. “And when you hear a smattering of reports from the same area, it gives credibility to the sightings,” he added. If you do see a cougar, said Yancho, “Realize that you’re not at the top of the food chain. Make yourself look big and back away. And try to snap a picture!”

It’s always wise to give a bear space, added Yancho. “You don’t want to agitate a mother bear,” he advised. “Just slowly back away.” It’s important to take precautions when camping to discourage bears, with their keen sense of smell and curiosity. Food items, as well as scented items such as dirty dishes, toiletries, toothpaste, medicine, insect repellent, and tobacco products, should be placed in animal-proof food storage boxes or your vehicle trunk, with windows and doors closed.

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diminutive creature unless you’re tramping through the woods at night — because it’s nocturnal. About 10 inches in length, with cinnamon brown fur on top and white underneath, it has huge round black eyes. The flying squirrel glides by means of two flaps of skin stretched from the arms to the legs, which form a parachute after the animal launches itself from a branch. More interesting is that it uses its tail as a rudder to change directions! The preferred habitat of the northern flying squirrel is dense conifer or mixed conifer and deciduous forest.

Whitetail Deer The deer population in Leelanau County is fewer in numbers than many northern Michigan locales, but your odds of seeing a buck — maybe even a big buck — are pretty good. That’s because Leelanau has instituted “quality deer management” rules that require bucks to have at least one antler point on one side to harvest. At least partially to protect orchard damage, the DNR has successfully kept the overall deer population down. The result is a healthier population of whitetail deer with a higher percentage of bucks more similar to

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Bobcat Count yourself lucky to view this solitary and shy wild cat, which weighs 20-35 pounds and grows to about 3 or 4 feet long. It has a reddish or yellowish brown coat streaked with black or dark brown, and prominent pointed ears with a tuft of black on each. It, of course, has a bobbed tail. Coyote You’re more likely to hear than to see a pack of coyotes. Resembling a German Shepard, this white, grey, rust or brown 30-50 pound relative to the domestic dog is mostly nocturnal, although it will hunt during the day if it has to. It has a wide range of habitat and can be found in wooded areas as well as prairies and open farm land. The sound of a coyote is unmistakable: a series of high pitched yips or yelps, often followed by a howl. No wolf sitings have been verified in Leelanau County.

Northern Flying Squirrel You’re not likely to see this

River Otter “One of my favorite animals is the otter,” Yancho said. “The best place to see it is in Shalda Creek (a stream that empties into Lake Michigan in Good Harbor Bay). You have to be very quiet and watchful.” The river otter can be seen both in the water and on the banks of the river or stream. It is a long (up to 3 feet) animal with short legs, a long, muscular tail, a round head, beady eyes, and large whiskers.

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help define farming in Leelanau County It’s somewhat amazing, but perhaps not surprising given the venue, that so many roads in Leelanau County are flanked by roadside farm stands. One reason is that Leelanau has managed to retain not only its agricultural base, but also the makeup of that base. The county is blessed with family owned farms, many of which have been in business for several generations. Another reason is the work ethic of those same farming families, who appreciate the extra income generated by the sale of seasonal products bought by passersby. While in Leelanau, take time to pick up some apples — or homemade apple jelly, for that matter — from our roadside stands. Generally, you’ll have enough change to break a larger bill to pay the exact amount. Regardless, consider leaving a tip in exchange for a view of the county’s agrarian countryside. Bakker’s Acres Suttons Bay – Alan and Lynn Bakker 231-271-3673 or 231-620-4260 Products: SweeTango apples and 20 plus other varieties including HoneyCrisp, Gala, Jonagold, Spy, Chestnut and Macoun. Sweet, Tart and Balaton Cherries, Peaches, Pears, Plums and Apricots. Vegetables and Chestnuts. Growing Practices: USDA GAP Certified, MAEAP verified, integrated pest management. Details: Farm stand open August thru mid November. Location: Two miles north of Suttons Bay on M-22 to Setterbo Rd. Two miles to large green pole barn by the road, 2677 Setterbo Rd. Project FRESH and GT Band coupons accepted. Also available via farmers markets, restaurants, retail stores, and phone orders. Bardenhagen Berries Lake Leelanau – Steve & Pam Bardenhagen 231-271-3026 steve@bardenhagen.com Products: Strawberries, sweet cherries, Balaton cherries, and blackberries. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. MAEAP verified. Details: Call ahead for availability and

directions. Orders placed by phone can be picked up noon-1 p.m. Location: Available via phone orders and retail stores. Bardenhagen Farm (James) Suttons Bay – Jim and Jan Bardenhagen 231-271-3199 jbardenhagen@centurytel.net www.bardenhagenfarms.com Products: Gingergold and Honeycrisp apples, dark sweet cherries, Balaton tart cherries, apricots, currants, plums, and table grapes. New potatoes: white superiors, dark red norlands, colonial purple, russets and fingerlings. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. MAEAP verified. Organic certified for Tart Cherries. Details: Call ahead for availability. Season starts with cherries in early to mid-July and ends with apples in October. Call to arrange on-farm pickup. Preseason orders accepted at any time. Location: 7881 E. Pertner Rd. From Suttons Bay, take M-204 to Eagle Hwy., follow to Pertner Rd., then right (east) .5 mile to gray farmhouse with red warehouses. Also available via phone orders, local grocery stores, institutions and served in local restaurants.

A drive through the Leelanau countryside can be very fruitful — and result in fresh veggies, too. Breeze Hill Greenhouse Traverse City – Carol and Mike Morris 231-941-7295 breezehillgreenhouse.com. Products: Annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, native plants, hanging baskets, shrubs, patio pots, and eclectic containers. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. Details: Open April 30 – Oct. 15. Hours vary seasonally. Location: Three miles west of Tom’s West Bay supermarket on M-72. Turn north on Harrys Rd., go .8 mile to Breeze Hill. Bufka Brothers Farm Maple City – Matt and Laura Tarsa, Joe and John Bufka 231-228-7884 bfkbrsfrm@centurytel.net Products: Custom, all-natural Angus beef by the quarter, half, or whole, whole animal ground burger and allbeef hotdogs. Growing Practices: artificial hormone free and synthetic chemical-free. Details: Call ahead for availability and to arrange orders. Shipping usually July to October. Quantities limited. The cattle and food they consume are raised on site. Cherry Beach Orchards Suttons Bay 231-271-3404 cherrybeachorchards@hotmail.com Products: Cherries and cherry

products, Honeycrisp apples, tomatoes, jams and jellies, baked goods and much more. Details: Our family farm has many wonderful products to offer. Location: You can find us at the Leelanau Farmer’s Market or stop by the farmhouse at 855 S. Stony Point Rd. You may also find us on Facebook. Covered Wagon Market and Bakery Suttons Bay – Greg and Linda Mikowski 231-271-6658 www.coveredwagonmarket.com Products: Local in-season produce, 40-plus cherry products, deli items, sandwiches, doughnuts, breads, cookies and pies. Also specialty items from the area including honey, maple syrup and handcrafted baskets. Details: Open 7 a.m.-5p.m. during spring and fall, 7a.m.-7p.m. during summer. Location: 8996 E. Duck Lake Rd. (M-204) between Suttons Bay and Lake Leelanau. Project FRESH and GT Band coupons accepted. Also available via web sales, phone orders, mail orders and retail stores. Gallagher’s Farm Market & Bakery Traverse City – Maria and Sid Lammers 231-947-1689 or 231-946-7696 www.gallaghersfarmmarkettc.com Products: Strawberries, cherries, apricots, peaches, nectarines, pears, plums, grapes, and apples. Wide

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variety of vegetables, jams, jellies, wine, cherry products, baked goods, honey, and maple syrup. Also petting farm, seasonal corn maze and school tours! Details: Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. June, September and October, Open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. July and August. Project FRESH and GT Band coupons accepted. Location: 3.5 miles west of Traverse City on M-72 at 7237 E. Traverse Hwy. Also available via phone orders, mail orders, and u-pick. Iris Farm Traverse City – William Black 231-947-9040 Products: More than 800 varieties of irises and 200 varieties of daylilies available as cut flowers and as plants. Specializing in Oriental Asi-Florum and Trumpet & novelty lilies. Details: 6 acre flower farm open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday.-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Roam gardens in early June and cut your own. June plant orders can be picked up or shipped in August or September. Location: Five miles west of Traverse City on M-72. Also available via phone orders and mail orders. Jelinek Orchards Northport – Martin Jelinek 231-271-3774 jelinekorchards@aol.com Products: Sweet, tart, and Balaton cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, pears, nectarines, and many apple varieties. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. Details: Open daily in season, usually mid-July to December. Call ahead for special orders. Gift package apples shipped UPS. Location: Two farm stands. 608 St. Joseph St. (M-22) in Suttons Bay, last house on right before M-204. Also at 5282 N. Jelinek Rd. Take M-22 north, turn left on Setterbo Rd., go right past church, then left on Jelinek Rd., first place on right. Project FRESH and GT Band coupons accepted. Also available via farmers markets, phone orders, and retail stores. Lakeview Farms Northport – Blaise and Sarah Korson 231-386-5223 Products: Sweet and tart cherries,

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apples, including Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Jonared, Crispin, Northern Spy, and many more. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. Details: Call ahead for availability and to arrange orders. Location: North on M-22 from Suttons Bay, turn left on Setterbo Rd. Follow until you reach church. Turn left on Kolarik Rd., then go .25 mile and turn right on Novotny Rd. Follow one mile to 5714 Novotny. Look for big rock on right side of road. Also available via farmers markets and retail stores. Leelanau Peninsula Maple Sugar Bush Northport – Allen and Margo Ammons 231-386-5098 Ammonsmaple@bignetnorth.net Products: Maple syrup, maple sugar, maple cream, maple candies; maple cotton candy on request. Growing Practices: synthetic chemicalfree. Details: Self-serve stand open yearround or call ahead for specific orders. Location: One mile west of Northport. Take Third St., which becomes Melkild Rd. after the village limit, to 10361 E. Melkild Rd. Sign in yard, use garage side door. Also available via farmers markets, phone orders, mail orders and retail stores. Popp Farm Northport – Richard and Betty Popp 231-271-3209 Products: Apricots, Nectarines, red & black raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, peaches and table grapes. Apples including: Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Gingergold, Yellow and Red Delicious, Rome, Jonagold, and Ida Red. Growing Practices: integrated pest management. Details: Farm stand open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily mid-July to October. Location: 10620 E. Omena Rd, 2.25 miles west of Omena. Project FRESH and GT Band coupons accepted. Also available via farmers markets and phone orders. Price Farms Lake Leelanau – Bruce and Betsey Price 231-256-7385 Products: Strawberries, cherries, and sweet corn. Details: Self-serve stand open 9 a.m.9 p.m. during season. Location: South side of M-204, .5 mile east of Lake Leelanau.

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Farmers Markets on your list With recent publicity in national food publications such as Food and Wine and Bon Appetit, Leelanau County is rapidly emerging as a foodie destination. And all it takes is a summer drive through the rolling countryside to understand why. Award-winning wines, colorful fruits and veggies, locally caught fish, organically raised meats, artisan crafted cheeses, and scrumptious jams and syrups made from the earth’s bounty can be bought virtually everywhere. Some of the best places to find locally grown and created products are at one of Leelanau’s farmers markets. Held throughout the summer in different locations almost every day of the week, the markets offer a far different experience than a trip to the supermarket. “Shopping at your local farmers market is more of a community event,” said David McDonald, a Market Master at Leelanau Farmers Markets. “It gives you a chance to speak to the farmers directly, ask questions, and choose your purchases based on what’s available NOW, as opposed to what was just shipped in from across the country,” he added. Local farmers at the markets are happy to tell you what type of growing practices they use, when the produce was picked or the meat butchered, and how to cook that squash you’ve never seen before. And you can rest assured that the food has the highest nutrients possible, because it hasn’t been stored for weeks before it hits your table. If you’ve never shopped at a farmers market before because you think things cost more, you’re in for a big surprise. Buying food in season — when it’s in abundance — is usually less expensive. Tesearch comparing costs of farmers market items – even organic products – to their supermarket counterparts reveals that many products are a better buy at the farmers market.

And, according to McDonald, food stamps are accepted at many markets. Last year, he added, the Leelanau markets began participating in Michigan’s “Double Up Bucks” program, a system where the SNAP recipient’s expenditures at farmers market are matched with bonus tokens, which can be spent on Michigan grown fruits and veggies. “We are literally doubling their buying power at the markets,” said McDonald. Ready to taste Leelanau? Enjoy a trip to one of the county’s farmers markets. They are open for business from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the exception of Leland, Betty Popp, left, who operates Popp Farm in Leelanau Township whose hours are 9 a.m. to noon. with her husband, Richard, helps Suttons Bay resident Courtney Kremers at a farmers market last summer. Kremers was picking up Glen Arbor some fresh fruit following a morning run. Tuesdays, June 19 - September 11 Downtown, behind the Glen Arbor Township Hall.

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Northport Fridays, June 8 - September 14 At The Depot, adjacent to the village marina. Suttons Bay Saturdays, May 12 - October 27 In the bayside park east of the intersection of M-22 and M-204 north of downtown. The location changed in 2011. Empire Saturdays, June 16 - September 15 Downtown next to the Post Office. Lake Leelanau Sundays, June 17 - September 2 In the parking lot across from Kejara’s Bridge, just off M-204. For further information about Leelanau farm markets, contact the MSU Extension office at 256-9888 or www. eatleelanau.com

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Early settlers were drawn to Leelanau because of plentiful forests for timber. They soon discovered that this area was ideal for fruit crops, too. With its frost-shedding hills, Lake Michigan’s weather-tempering effect, and sandy soil for good drainage, fruit such as grapes, apples, peaches, apricots, pears and plums thrive here. Of all fruits grown in Leelanau County, cherries have remained “king of the hill” since the 1900s. But even all cherries are not made the same. According to Leelanau County MSU Extension, 11,650 acres are planted in cherries, of which 8,150 acres are comprised of tart cherry orchards. Called “sours” locally, tart cherries are not to be eaten on their own — unlike the sweet cherries available across the peninsula at roadside markets in July and August. Prior to 2006, tart cherries had a reputation primarily as a dessert fruit, good only for making cherry pie or topping cheesecake. With an increasingly health-conscious public, sales of canned or frozen cherries and cherry pie filling dropped — and the industry suffered. Today, that has changed. With the help of the Cherry Marketing Institute (CMI), an organization funded by North American tart cherry growers and processors and devoted to promoting the health benefits of cherries, the demand for tarts has been on the rise. CMI brings to the table “The Red Report,” a compilation of over 50 peer-reviewed scientific studies on the health benefits of

tart cherries — a move that is expected to even further increase public demand for cherries. “The No. 1 driver for food purchase is taste,” said Dr. Wendy Bazilian, who acts as CMI’s “science translator.” “And tart cherries have a unique sweet-tart taste that people are seeking. But after taste is health. We want antioxidants in our food, and we want foods that are inherently healthy rather than fortified.” Tart cherries, according to the Red Report, have antioxidants galore, ranking 14th of the top 50 “super foods” for highest antioxidant content per serving. They contain 19 times more vitamin A than blueberries or strawberries. What is more, tart cherries have anti-inflammatory properties, making them valuable for heart health, joint health, and muscle recovery following athletic performance But simply knowing about the health benefits of tart cherries is not enough, according to Bazilian. “It’s one thing to hear about the scientific evidence, and another to bring it into the kitchen. If you’re going to reap the benefit of cherries, you must eat them,” she said. And that’s what CMI is all about. With an active marketing campaign using taglines such “The Power of Red” and “Go Red Instead,” the Institute is expanding the market for all things cherry — from cherry concentrate and juice to frozen, canned, dried and chocolate covered cherries, even cherry meats. ”We’ve gone from cherry pie to home grown super fruit,” Bazilian said.

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Local cherries may be hard to find As of the writing of the Leelanau Visitors Guide, a shortage of cherries seemed unavoidable for the summer season. Temperatures hit the mid 80’s for several days in late March, pushing cherry bud development to a vulnerable stage. Several seasonal frosts followed with cooler weather, killing buds and

retarding pollination. Months before harvest, growers were reporting few healthy tart cherries in their orchards. A very light sweet cherry crop — those are the dark ones sold at roadside stands — was also anticipated. So enjoy those juicy, sweet cherries when you find them.

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Farmers learn from trip to southern 45th parallel Despite Leelanau County’s Lizotte joined 37 other members natural and geographical conditions of a local agricultural program favorable for fruit crops, cherry called FARM (Farmer Assistance farmers still face challenges related and Resource Management) got to the northern climate. Crops to do just that — in New Zealand. remain vulnerable to late spring “This was the culmination of a and early fall frosts. The growing three year leadership program season is short, sometimes without in the agricultural community,” sufficient warmth to fully ripen Lizotte said. “It was partially fruit. Heavy rainfall during late funded through the United States maturation can cause rot or mildew; Agricultural Department (USDA) too little rain can lighten a crop. and Traverse City Rotary charities, a In addition to weather dilemmas, local group that’s helping to protect critter, disease and pest problems agriculture in our communities.” and crop load management issues — Why New Zealand? For one not to mention a federal crackdown thing, said Lizotte, its farmers grow 3797 Dr.found on immigration that has dried up the many of theVeterans specialty crops workforce for hand-harvested crops Traverse here, including cherries, and City, MIhops, 49684 — all cause farmers to constantly wine grapes. And it’s on the 45th just like Leelanau County search for answers in order to parallel,231-946-6655 be successful and move toward is — only on the other side of the continued growth. equator. One way to improve horticultural “It209 was St. an awesome choice,” Mary’s St. she practices and address general added. “It helped us to draw from Leelanau, MI 49653 obstacles in farming, said Erin Lake the similarities.” Lizotte, integrated fruit practices The group spent most of its time 231-256-7778 and Integrated Pest Management in the rural areas of the South Island, District Educator for the Northwest touring cherry and peach orchards, Michigan Horticultural Research sheep and cow farms, and wineries. Center in Leelanau County, is to New Zealand trip participant and learn from others. So in February, manager of Cherry Bay Orchards,

Mark Miezio said participants were able first-hand to view a high density orchard system. “Farmland is 50-100 percent more expensive even than land here. It’s important to make the most of the land by planting trees closer together. Instead of 100130 trees per acre, trees are planted about 1,000 trees to the acre.” A high density orchard also decreases the number of people needed to maintain and harvest a crop. Using dwarf trees, such as those planed as a trial at the horticultural center, provides a harvest 2-3 years after planting rather than the customary 5-7 years for cherry orchards.

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Mezio said the group encountered many other things of interest during the trip, such as using non-financial equations to determine efficiency of operations — “such as the number of cows divided by the number of full time workers.” Conservation practices were interesting, too. “They don’t have as plentiful water as we do, so they have to get the best bang for the buck with a gallon of water,” he added. All in all, Lizotte said, the trip was a great success. “We did what we set out to do, which was to learn about a different agricultural area of the world and bring that knowledge back to northern Michigan.”

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Cherry recipes that say ‘Leelanau’ When in Leelanau, our suggestion is to eat local — whether that’s in county restaurants, eating cherries, or both. Try these recipes should you decide to take meal-making into your own hands. They’re provided by the Cherry Marketing Institute, whose director, Phil Korson, is from Leelanau County. Naturally.

Red Alert Iced Tea For a subtle spice flavor, add 1 cinnamon stick to the boiling water along with the tea bags. Discard the cinnamon stick along with the tea bags. Ingredients: 4 cups boiling water 4 orange pekoe or English breakfast tea bags 1/4 cup sugar or sugar substitute* 1 cup tart cherry juice Directions: Add tea bags to boiling water. Let stand 10 minutes. Discard tea bags; stir in sugar until dissolved. Stir in cherry juice. Chill at least 1 hour or up to 2 days. Pour over ice in tall glasses. Makes 4 servings. *Note: Follow package directions on sugar substitute, using suggested amounts to replace ¼ cup sugar.

Spinach Salad with Cherry Vinaigrette For Roast Onion and Cherry Dressing: Ingredients: 1 medium yellow onion (about 8 ounces) ¼ cup plus 1 teaspoon olive oil ¼ cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons cherry juice concentrate Salt and pepper to taste For Spinach and Cherry Salad: Ingredients: 1 medium pear 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice 8 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried 1/2 cup chopped dried cherries 3 tablespoons toasted almond slivers 2 ounces medium-firm goat cheese Directions: Prepare dressing: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Peel onion and cut into 8 wedges. Place onion, cut side down, on baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes. Turn onion over and bake until brown and caramelized, about 15 minutes longer. Set aside to cool. Place onion in bowl of a food processor; add lime juice, mustard, and

cherry juice concentrate. Puree until smooth and thick. (Add 1 tablespoon of water if mixture is too thick to process). Add the remaining ¼ cup of olive oil in a thin stream. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. There will be about 1 cup of dressing.

and bake for 15-17 minutes until just about cooked through. Drizzle the second half of the tart cherry-honey mixture over the fillets and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly

Prepare salad: Cut pear in half vertically, and remove core. Cut halves crosswise into ¼-inch-thick slices. Stack the slices and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-wide slices, forming thin matchsticks. Toss pear sticks in lime juice in a large mixing bowl. Set aside. Add spinach, cherries and almonds to the pear. Add just enough dressing to coat the spinach about ¼ cup; toss well. Divide salad evenly among 6 plates. Crumble the goat cheese and sprinkle over the salads. Serve immediately. Pass extra dressing separately.

Honey-Tart Cherry Salmon with Cherry Salsa Ingredients: Salsa: 1 cup chopped tart cherries (thawed from frozen) 1 small red onion, diced (about 1/2 cup) 1 jalapeno, chopped 1 tbsp honey 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp grated ginger salt and pepper, to taste Salmon: 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into four pieces 1/4 cup tart cherry juice (I used juice from the frozen cherries) 1/4 cup honey Directions: In a medium bowl, stir together the ingredients for the salsa until well combined. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil or parchment (foil preferred). Rinse the salmon fillets under cool water and pat dry with a paper towel. Arrange on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together the cherry juice and honey. Spread half of the mixture over the salmon fillets, reserving the second half. Slide the baking sheet into the oven

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golden at the edges. Serve the salmon fillets on a bed of greens with the tart cherry salsa on top. Enjoy!

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why apple blossoms? Michigan has a state bird, state tree, state flower and even a state soil. What about a state fruit? Say .... cherries? The notion has been given some attention, but not enough to get through the Legislature. A state Senator from Ann Arbor introduced such a resolution last spring. It never advanced out of committee, according to the Michigan Capital Confidential news letter. In 2010, a Canton state representative sought to name the tart cherry as the state’s official fruit. Same result. Other fruits have also vied for the title, blueberries and apples, for examples. But Maine grows half of the blueberries in the United States. And Washington state has a lock on apples. So lobby your Michigan legislator for cherries. If Kalkaska Sand can be the state soil and apple blossoms lay claim to the state flower, shouldn’t cherries get a mention? Haven’t our lawmakers ever seen a cherry orchard awash in white blossoms?

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Leelanau offers a menu for everyone If you’re looking for the nearest Burger King or McDonalds, you won’t find one here. What you will find is something much better. Whether you’re at a high-end eatery or a simple little pub, each Leelanau dining experience is unique — and excellent food and service are the rules. Don’t believe us? Consider a two-page spread published last summer in Bon Appetit magazine. It was all about Leelanau County’s food offerings, and written by one of America’s favorite foodies: Mario Batali. He has a summer place in the summer. Batali offered rave reviews for many local restaurants, as well as fresh offerings at farmers’ markets in Leelanau County. “It puts Leelanau County on a national stage, although I hope not too many people show up,” said Batali, who was quoted in a story published in the Leelanau Enterprise. Many of Leelanau’s restaurants were dishing up locally grown foods long before the “eat local” movement began. You’ll find meals prepared with our signature seasonal bounty: fresh-caught whitefish, wild morel mushrooms, asparagus, cherries and apples. Toss in some of the peninsula’s award-winning wines and maybe even some of our acclaimed cheese, and a meal becomes an event. Best of all, perhaps, is the atmosphere. Each restaurant has its own ambiance, and most are kid friendly. You’ll be welcome in your blue jeans, too — even in the fanciest places. After all, you’re on vacation! So whether you’re in the mood for French, Italian, Asian, vegan, Creole, Indian, or good old American cuisine, you’ll find it right here in Leelanau’s paradise. Here’s a look at some of the county’s restaurants. Bon appetit! BURDICKVILLE Funistrada 4566 McFarlane Dr., Burdickville, on the east side of Big Glen Lake. 231334-3900. Dinner. Creative Italian cuisine. Specialties: Veal, veal chops, steaks and pasta. Price range: $18-$35 Ambiance: up-scale casual, cozy atmosphere.Vegetarian options. No children’s menu. Alcohol. Smoke free. Uses local produce in season.

La Becasse Restaurant 9001 S. Dunn’s Farm Rd., Burdickville. Corner of Hwy. 675 & 616. 231-3343944. Open for dinner. Authentic French country food. Smoke free in a cozy environment; full service bar, patio seating available, handicap access. Vegetarian options and children’s menu available. MC, Visa, Disc., AE. Reservations preferred.

CEDAR Cedar Rustic Inn 8699 Good Harbor Trail (CR 651), Cedar, 231-228-2282. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring American regional cuisine with casual familyfriendly dining and full kids menu. Homemade pizza for take-out. Full take-out menus available, full bar and patio seating. Open year round with seasonal hours and reservations accepted but not required. www.CedarRusticInn.com Cedar Tavern 9039 Kasson, Cedar, 231-228-7445. Lunch and dinner. Full menu including appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, and homemade pizza. Dine in or carry out. Offering daily happy hour 4-8pm. Karaoke, Wii, keno & free WiFi. Alcohol and takeout beer sales. The best people in the world walk thru this door! GLEN ARBOR Art’s Tavern 6487 Western Ave., Glen Arbor, 231334-3754, www.artsglenarbor.com. Located on the corner of M-22 & Lake Street. A favorite of locals and visitors for over 75 years. One of the few remaining authentic “Up North” eateries. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner 7 am until late, 360 days a year. Fresh ground hamburgers, hand-cut steaks, homemade soups and fresh salads made to order. Full selection of beer, wine & cocktails, including

several Michigan microbrew beers and Leelanau County wines. No credit cards, cash or checks only. Bear Paw Pizza & Market 6444 Western Ave. (M-22), 231-3342327 Glen Arbor. Lunch and dinner. Pizzas, whole and by the slice. Sub sandwiches. Ambiance: casual indoors and outdoor picnic table seating. Vegetarian options. No alcohol, but sold in the store. blu 5705 Lake Street, Glen Arbor, 231334-2530. Panoramic Lake Michigan fine dining. Owner/Chef Randy Chamberlain offers a daily changing menu featuring local ingredients and the finest from beyond. Full bar and extensive wine list with an outstanding dessert menu round out the offerings. Reservations suggested. Open year round, call for hours. www.glenarborblu.com Boone Docks 5858 Manitou View Blvd, Glen Arbor, 231-334-6444. Lunch and dinner. American fare. Specialties: steaks, sandwiches, salads, seafood, fresh fish. Ambiance: casual family dining. Vegetarian options. Children’s menu. Alcohol. Large outdoor deck seating available with acoustic music seven nights a week in season. Foothills Restaurant 7097 S. Dunns Farm Road, 2.5 miles south of Glen Arbor 231-334-7499. www.foothillsofglenlake.com. Breakfast (all day) and lunch. Family dining with sandwiches, salads. Specialties: Eggs Benedict. Ambiance: casual, window views onto a country setting. Vegetarian options. Children’s menu. No alcohol. Good Harbor Grill 6584 Western Ave., Glen Arbor, 231334-3555, www.glenarborwest.com. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh, made from scratch “summertime food” featuring local products with plenty of salad, fresh vegetables, grass fed hamburgers and the ever-popular real turkey sandwich on fresh baked bread. Home-made pies, soups and chilies. Leland whitefish daily and

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Continued from Page 89 fresh Florida seafood weekends. Plenty of vegetarian choices all three meals & best place in town for breakfast! Price range: $4-$12 on breakfast & lunch, $12-24 on dinner. Ambiance: casual, nautical theme. Children’s menu. Alcohol. Nonna’s - The Homestead Wood Ridge Rd., Glen Arbor, 231334-5150 www.thehomesteadresort. com Classic, contemporary, authentic Italian cuisine located at The Homestead. Chef John Piombo creates his menu from scratch using the finest local, fresh ingredients available each season. Fresh pasta and breads are produced in-house. Dining and full bar are available in the adults-only Tavern, or family-friendly dining room. Wine card reflects a strong Italian influence with the best from our local vineyards. Open for dinner 6 days a week May through October, 3 days a week December through March and limited days in the off season. Call 231-3345150 for reservations. Riverfront Pizza and Deli 6281 Western Ave., Glen Arbor, 231334-3876 www.riverfrontpizza.com We’re more than just pizza! Pizzas, sandwiches, gyros, subs, chicken tenders, shrimp and fish combos, pasta dishes, salads, burgers, wrap sandwiches, side dishes, desserts, soft serve ice cream (seasonally), and lots of other goodies. We have frozen meals and soups available to take home for a ready-to-heat meal, TakeN-Bake Pizzas to order. We are located next door to the Crystal River Outfitters so take lunch with you on the river or stop in and pick something up when you are done and enjoy your meal on our decks on the banks of the Crystal River. We offer group rates and will work with you to come up with a wonderful menu for your group! Become a fan on Facebook to receive info on our specials each week! LAKE LEELANAU Dick’s Pour House 103 W. Philip St., Lake Leelanau, 231256-9912. A local tradition since 1935. Lunch and dinner with daily specials. Thursday Burritos and Taco Salad,

Friday Night Fish Fry, Saturday Prime Rib and seafood specials. Daily fare includes pizza, the best burgers around, steaks, nachos and many sandwich favorites. Try our famous Greek Pizza! Ambiance: Great food in an Up North atmosphere! Family oriented with casual attire. Take out available. Liquor and many local beers and wines. Full menu at www.DicksPourHouse.com Leelanau Pie & Pastry Bakery 41 N. Eagle Hwy. at the corner of

LELAND The Cove 111 River Street, Leland, 231-2569834, www.thecoveleland.com. Welcome to The Cove, the casual home of fine cuisine, spectacular sunsets and Leland’s only harbor side dining. Featuring an award-winning menu, The Cove is located in Leland’s historic Fishtown, on the Leland River offering panoramic views of the Straits of Manitou and Leland Harbor as well as the most beautiful sunsets to be found in Michigan. The restaurant is

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You’ll be dining in the healthiest county in Michigan

Everyone wants to live a long and healthy life. Residents of Leelanau, however, apparently have better odds than people living in any other county in Michigan. The latest county health rankings for Michigan moves Leelanau to the top of the list of 83 counties. Then again, Leelanau has always been close to the top, starting at No. 3 two years ago and moving to No. 2 in 2011. The rankings are determined and published by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. Leelanau earned its lofty ranking though a formula based half Eagle Hwy and M-204, Lake Leelanau, 231-256-0115. Hand crafted pies, French pastries and breads. Chicken or beef pot pies in full or mini sizes. Variety of quiches. Moomers Ice Cream by the pint. Coffee from Leelanau Coffee Roasting. Pasties in our case for take-home. Bagels and other special baked items available seasonally. Outdoor seating when weather permits.

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on the length of people’s lives, and half on their quality of life. Such factors as tobacco use, education, access to quality health case and community safety are taken into consideration. Ottawa County placed No. 1 in the 2011 rankings, and slipped one place in 2012. Livingston County took the title in 2010. Where not to live? Clare County placed 80th, Wayne County was 81st and Ontonogan was 82nd. Keweenaw, Michigan’s other “peninsula” county, was unranked. Leelanau fared well nationally, also, coming in third among America’s counties. outfitted as a reflection of Leland’s nautical heritage; vintage canoes hang from rafters, and outboards from years gone by adorn the spiral staircase. Whether you arrive by land or by sea, a dining experience like none other awaits you here at the Cove. The Bluebird Restaurant & Tavern 102 E. River St., Leland, 231-2569081, www.leelanau.com/bluebird/ Lunch and dinner, Sunday Brunch –

call for hours. It has been a privilege to serve locals and visitors since 1927. Enjoy our casual 100 seat Tavern, our 180 seat Dining Room featuring lush gardens and wonderful Leland River views, or our new riverfront patio (seasonal). Serving traditional and contemporary cuisine, fresh local whitefish, perch, walleye, the finest Steaks, Prime Rib, seafoods, and a revolving selection of ethnic fare, be it Asian, Cajun, Mexican, Mediterranean, anything goes. Our established relationships with local farms assure us access to a variety of seasonal, fresh produce to enhance and accompany our cooking whenever possible, and our booming local wine industry provides us the opportunity to enhance our large wine list with the most complete selection of local wines in the north. Specializing in rehearsal dinners, reunions, special events and parties. Early Bird 100 Main St. Leland, 231-256-9656. Breakfast and lunch 7-2. On the ‘Main Corner’ in town, this is where Leland has breakfast, with omelettes, eggs, pancakes, waffles, and unique ‘skillet breakfasts.’ We grind our own locally roasted coffee, and our bakery cabinet is full of freshly baked pastries, scones, rolls, and cookies to round out the morning offerings. Our new deli lunch menu allows you to “build your own” deli sandwiches made with fresh baked breads, or choose from several new soon-to-be-famous sandwich and salad creations you can eat in, or take out. Traditional hamburgers and house-made soups ensure that there is something for everyone. Start your day at the ‘Early Bird’. The Riverside Inn 302 River St., Leland, 231-256-9971 or 888-257-0102. www.theriverside-inn.com. An intimate and historic setting with beautiful views of the Leland River. Casual fine dining with waterfront views from every seat, our decks, the lobby bar and our two dining rooms. Our award-winning wine list complements the fresh local ingredients on our world-inspired menus. During the summer, dinner is

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Continued from Page 90 served nightly & Sunday Brunch. Off season hours vary, so please call. Private parties, weddings and exquisite catering are also available. Sisson’s Main Street 203 N. Main Street, Leland, (just north of the post office on M-22). 231-256-9201. www.sissonsmainstreet.com. Hot, fresh coffees, fresh homemade pecan rolls, cinnamon twists, muffins, scones, and more to start your day. Made to order sandwiches, on our herbal bread, preordered box lunches, specialty salads and soups, home made appetizers and entrees to go. A complete catering menu, specialty local products and Polish Pottery. ‘Leland’s (from scratch) bakery’, with jumbo cookies, packaged cookies, specialty cakes, mini cup cakes and much, much more. Stone House Bread Café 407 S. Main St., Leland, 231-256-2577,

www.stonehousebread.com It is the neighborhood place to meet friends and enjoy good food and drink. Crusty sourdough loaves, good coffee, unique sandwiches and soups, freshbaked scones, cookies, and rustic apple tarts are the daily fare at Stone House Bread Café. Open 7 days a week year round in the tiny tourist town of Leland. Wireless hot spot.

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Village Cheese Shanty 199 W. River Street, Leland, 231-2569141. Situated on the historic docks in Fishtown, we sell fresh, made-toorder sandwiches, over 75 domestic and imported cheeses, and a large selection of Leelanau County wines. We also offer a variety of local gourmet food products. We’re open 7 days a week May through October so whether you’re fishing, shopping, or enjoying the day at the beach, we can pack your lunch or help cater to your party needs.

We offer clean comfortable accommodations, only 21/2 miles from downtown Glen Arbor. We’re just minutes away from public beaches of Glen Lake and Lake Michigan’s spectacular shoreline. Call for Availability and Rates

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Breakfast Any Time 7:00am to 3:00pm Come try some of our house favorites Eggs Benedict The Big Foot Breakfast Buttermilk Pancakes Cinnamon Swirl French Toast

Café 231-334-7499 Motel 231-334-3495 7097 Dunns Farm Road ■ Glen Arbor www.foothillsofglenlake.com

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Continued from Page 91 MAPLE CITY Kerby’s Bar & Grill 172 W. Burdickville Rd., Maple City (in the Old Red Schoolhouse) 231228-8869. Open 7 days a week. Cuisine: Homemade American favorites, authentic Mexican, handtossed pizza, kids menu. Daily lunch specials. Nightly dinner specials, Friday Fish Fry. Full bar service, large venue, deck seating available. Casual sports bar environment. 8 big screen TV’s for all of your sports viewing needs. Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6pm. Power Hour Sun-Thurs 9-11pm. Karaoke Friday night. Live entertainment Saturday night. Catering service available. Good food, Good People & Good Times! Pegtown Station 8654 S. Maple City Hwy, downtown Maple City, 231-228-6692. Best Breakfast award winner (Northern Express)! We offer a full service hearty breakfast featuring Eggs Benedict, Vegetarian Greek Omelets &

homemade corned beef hash. Our menu also includes GT Bagel Factory bread and coffee from Leelanau Roasters. We also offer a large selection of fresh made-to-order sandwiches and subs on our own homemade sub buns. Our award winning pizzas are homemade & hand tossed. Choose from our specialty selections such as The Station Special, The BBQ Chicken, The Greek or create your own. We welcome you to a family friendly smoke-free dining atmosphere. Open year around. www.pegtownstation.net NORTHPORT Fischer’s Happy Hour Tavern 7100 N. Manitou Trail halfway between Leland and Northport on M-22, 231-386-9923. A third generation family restaurant presenting a casual yet well rounded menu in a quaint old tavern atmosphere. We offer locally made wines, micro brews and imports, or try one of our famous Manhattans. A delightful dining experience.

Stubb’s of Northport 115 Waukazoo St. Northport, 231-3867611, www.stubbsrestaurant.com. Fine regional cuisine in a casual atmosphere featuring fresh seafood, steaks and international flavors. wine list, daily lunch and dinner specials, full bar open late, catering. Reservations are welcome but not required.

Peshawbestown, 231-534-8166, www.casino2win.com. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. American fare from burgers to pizzas. Specialties: seafood and prime rib buffets, breakfast all day. Ambiance: casual, vegetarian options. Children’s menu, alcohol, smoking/ nonsmoking. Connected to the Leelanau Sands Casino.

OMENA Knot, just a bar 5017 N. West Bay Shore Drive, Omena, 231-386 7393, www.knotjustabar.com. Casual, fun waterfront dining, overlooking beautiful Omena Bay. Serving lunch & dinner seven days a week year round. Daily specials, seafood, steaks, pasta, burgers, wraps & sandwiches, salads, soups, starters & sweets. kids menu. Full bar featuring local wines and extensive beer and drink lists.

SUTTONS BAY Black Star Farms 10844 E. Revold Road, 3 miles south of Suttons Bay just off M-22. Visit the Hearth & Vine Café at Black Star Farms for wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches and homemade baked goods. Our food offerings are matched with our award winning wines and brandies, available by the glass or bottle for sampling and sales. Please check with www.BlackStarFarms.com for hours of operation and special event information.

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Continued from Page 92 Boone’s Prime Time Pub 102 St. Joseph, Downtown Suttons Bay, 231-271-6688, www.4gr8food.com. Boone’s famous burgers are fresh ground in house daily. All of our steaks are hand cut right on the premises. Prefer fish? We purchase our whitefish fresh daily from the docks of Fishtown in Leland (May - October). In order to provide you with superior products, we use several local purveyors who supply us with some of our fresh fish, meat, produce, beer & wine. Homemade soups, chili and our legendary Jumbo Onion Rings. Corky’s Bistro and Beach Bar at the Vineyard Inn on Suttons Bay 1338 N. Pebble Beach, Suttons Bay Bistro: 231-271-2675 (CORK). Inn: 231-941-7060 for room reservations. www.corkysbistro.com Leelanau County’s only beach Bistro and Inn. The lively waterfront bistro offers creative cuisine with the small plate approach designed for pairing

and sharing, gourmet wood stone pizzas, tableside raclette, fondues and seasonal entrees. Flights of local wines and microbrewery beers. Boaters welcome. Al fresco dining. Catering, entertainment, headquarters for Wine Country Limo and Wine Tours. Perfect for private parties, intimate weddings, beach BBQ’s. Open daily, coffee bar 7am, lunch and dinner, reservations accepted. Gift Shop. Deb’s Dish, Great Coffee & Specialty Drinks 100 S. Cedar, Suttons Bay, 231-2716445 Latte, espresso, cappuccino, chai, fruit smoothies, fresh baked goods, breakfast bagel sandwiches, soups & lunch sandwiches, & sweets. Large orders welcome. Open 7 days a week Memorial Day to Labor Day. Martha’s Leelanau Table 413 N. St. Joseph St., Suttons Bay one block north of downtown, 231-2712344 www.marthasleelanautable.com. A delightfully unique Café and Bistro. Martha’s is open everyday for breakfast and lunch (closed Mondays and

Tuesdays in the winter). We are also open for dinner on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and reservations are not required, though appreciated. Martha’s could be best described as a European style cafe, where every entrée is made from scratch (including the pastries) and made from the very finest ingredients available in Leelanau County and the surrounding region. Martha also serves beer, wine and cocktails. Village Inn Restaurant & Tavern 201 St. Joseph, Suttons Bay, 2713300. www.villageinnsuttonsbay.com. Leelanau County’s oldest restaurant set in the heart of Suttons Bay. Award winning breakfast, lunch and dinner served every day. Fresh salads, homemade soups, Black Angus burgers, hand cut steaks, pub-style sandwiches, fresh fish and authentic Mexican dishes, margarita menu, pizza, kids eat free on Sundays, 12 taps, local wine, HD TV’s and games for the whole family.

TRAVERSE CITY Little Bohemia (Lil Bo) Fun • Food • Family • Friends 540 W Front @ Maple, Traverse City 231-946-6925, www.lilbo.com Celebrating 80 years in business 19322012. Traverse City’s second oldest tavern is located in the heart of the Historic West End District. Voted “Best place to take your kids for dinner”, “Best Olive Burger”, “Best Burger”, “Best Calamari”, “Best Mussels”, “Best Gnocchi” and “Best Perch.” The TC Cherry Sandwich and the Cherry Bread Pudding have both received a stamp of approval from the National Cherry Festival. The Eggplant Appetizer, named “One of Northern Michigan’s Irresistible Eats” and the homemade lasagna was named “The North’s Best Lasagna” Offering a full menu as well as weekly homemade comfort food specials, made fresh, made from scratch. Open Monday at 4pm and Tuesday thru Saturday at 11am. Live local music!

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From RVs to tents, Leelanau’s reserved a campsite for you

Let’s face it. These days, our fast-paced lives leave little room for quality family time. And so when we do have time together, we’re often gathered around electronics, rather than each other. That’s why camping is such a great family activity – it draws us closer to each other as well as nature. Whether you’re sleeping outside under the stars with the sound of waves lapping at the shore, or tucked cozily into a bed in your air conditioned RV, chances are you’ll wake up feeling rested and relaxed. Leelanau County offers a variety of camping options. Whether you prefer a backpacking adventure away from civilization or a glitzy RV park complete with all the amenities, there’s something for everyone. Get away from it all at one of these campgrounds in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: • D.H. Day Campground: D.H. Day is a rustic campground offering both tent and RV camping in a wooded setting 6 miles north of Empire near the Dune Climb, the museums and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. Named after a turn-of-the 19th century entrepreneur who built Glen Haven and advocated for a network of roads to bring people “up north” to Michigan. Open from spring to late fall on a first-come, first-served basis, there are 88 private sites – just a short walk to the Lake Michigan beach. There are no electric hookups, although limited generator use is allowed at several sites; water spigots and vault toilets are available throughout the campground. During the peak season you can enjoy Ranger-led evening programs at the amphitheater right inside the campground. (334-4634) • North Manitou Island: With a historic Coast Guard village and nearly 15,000 acres of forests, fields and beaches to explore on foot, North Manitou Island is a true wilderness adventure. Preparation is essential; potable water is available only at the Ranger station,

Valley View: Four miles north of D.H. Day Campground is a 1.5 mile trail winding uphill from the trailhead, and ending at this quiet campground with five campsites and two fire rings. There’s no water source here, so you’ll need to pack in your water. Backcountry permit required. (326-5134)

One of the county’s most popular camping stops is D.H. Day campground, located between Glen Arbor and Glen Haven off M-109. and there are no stores, supplies, gasoline or fuel on the island. Catch the passenger ferry operated by Manitou Island Transit out of Leland to get to the island – and remember to bring provisions for at least two extra days in case adverse weather delays the ferry’s return. You can camp at one of the eight designated campsites (with two fire rings and an outhouse) within the village, or set off on your own. You’ll need a backcountry permit or group camping permit. (326-5134) South Manitou Island: Offering both day trips and overnight camping adventures, South Manitou is a historical treasure. Catch the passenger ferry out of Leland, and lounge on the beach or explore the lighthouse, historic farms, cemetery, schoolhouse and a view from shore of several shipwrecks. Camping is permitted in one of three campgrounds on the island, two of which have potable water, community fire rings and outhouses. Backcountry permit or group camping permit required. (326-5134)

There are also a number of options outside of the National Lakeshore. These include: Empire Township Campground: With 60 primitive sites and nine sites with electricity, as well as pay showers available, Empire Township Campground is located 3 miles east of Empire. (326-5285) Indigo Bluffs RV Resort: Three miles east of Empire, this resort has both ownership and rental options. Trails, showers, camp store, and heated pool round out the offerings. (800-224-4488) Lake Leelanau RV Park: A private family run RV park on south Lake Leelanau that caters to all campers, from pop ups to big rigs. 196 sites, showers, rental boats, game room, playground and children’s activities. (256-7236) Leelanau Pines Campground: A private campground on south Lake Leelanau with 181 sites accommodating tents and RVs, Leelanau Pines has a camp store, game room, boat rentals, showers, trails and playground. (228-5742) Leelanau State Park: Comes with 1,300 acres of state land, and 51 rustic camping sites for tents and RVs and 3 mini cabins, Leelanau State Park offers 8.5 miles of hiking trails, the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum and a picnic area. The State Park is located in Northport at 15310 N. Lighthouse Point Rd. (386-5422) Wild Cherry Resort: A private “big rig friendly” RV park, although tent and yurt sites are available. Located on a 200 acre working cherry farm, 30 acres of woods with trails. Here, you can practice your golf swing at the driving range, play two holes of golf free, taste wine and cherries (in season), take wagon rides, and visit nearby attractions. (271-5550)

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Keep it green and beautiful Of course you’ve been doing all you can to embrace a greener lifestyle. But what to do while traveling? Here are some easy steps that can make a difference to lighten up your eco-footprint while on the go in Leelanau:

shipping, the energy required to produce the plastic, and the volume of waste in landfills.

• Clean up the poop: Phosphorus released from pet feces can promote Cladophora, that icky green algae that washes up on • Find a green place to stay: Great Lakes beaches. So scoop Don’t be afraid to ask when the poop, and even better, use booking accommodations what biodegradable pet waste bags! green initiatives are being taken there. An ideal place to stay is at • Recycle: Yep, you can recycle, one of the Sleeping Bear Dunes even while vacationing. If take advantage National Lakeshore campgrounds camping, or at the Leelanau State Park, of recycling offered in park both of whom have taken actions campgrounds, or use one of these to reduce emissions. And do drop off sites: your part too, whether you stay at a B&B or a campground: take Cedar - near the boat launch at the shorter showers, turn off lights, Cedar River turn off the AC when you aren’t Empire Village - off Fisher Street, in your RV, re-use towels, request East of LaCore Street Glen Arbor - next to The Leelanau that linens not be changed daily. School • Park the car: Many of Greilickville - Cherry Bend Rd. Leelanau’s little towns are very (former fire station) walkable or bike ride-able. You Lake Leelanau - behind the Post can also get just about anywhere Office you want to go using the Bay Northport Village - Seventh Area Transportation Authority Street, East of Mill Street (BATA) bus system, which offers Peshawbestown - M-22, across scheduled and “dial-a-ride” from the Casino services. Call 941-2324 for more Suttons Bay - at the school parking lot, near the football field information, or log on to www.bata.net/contact.htm All sites accept newspaper, copy • Support local craftsmen and paper, junk mail, magazines, farmers: Buying local products, flattened cardboard, tin cans, from food to souvenirs, assures aluminum cans, clear and colored that you’re supporting the local glass, and #1, #2,and #5 plastics. economy and reducing the Please check the bottom of all greenhouse gas emissions required plastic containers for the numbers to get goods from their origin to 1, 2, and 5. Plastic motor oil you. And going local is fun, too! containers, margarine tubs and Check out the little town shops for clam shell deli type containers local arts and crafts, stop at local cannot be accepted, even if there farm markets/ farmers markets to is a 1 or 2 on the bottom. This is buy your food, explore the many due to the materials contained in wineries along the Leelanau them (motor oil) or the process used to make the container that peninsula. makes them incompatible in the • Bring your own bottle: If you recycling process (margarine tubs, didn’t remember to bring along clam shells). For other materials a reusable bottle, buy one! By that cannot be accepted, check out shifting away from bottled water, www.leelanau.cc/solidwaste.asp. you can reduce emissions from

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Glen Arbor merchants sponsored special recycling bins for their village. Pictured, from left, are Tim Barr, owner of Art’s Tavern; Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce president David Marshall; his wife, Christy, who is owner of The Black Swan; and Bob Sutherland, owner of Cherry Republic.

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Call for pricing. We have two cottages available for nightly (2 night minimum) or weekly rentals on 29 acres of rolling hillside.

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You won’t find a Comfort Inn or a Hilton Express in Leelanau. But that’s a good thing, because there are plenty of cookie-cutter motels. In Leelanau County, you’ll be treated as somebody very special. In fact, it’s a pretty good bet that after a stay at one of Leelanau’s quaint lodging options, the proprietor will be calling you by first name before the end of your stay. And probably next year, too. Whether you choose to hang your hat at one of our laid-back, familyrun cabins, bed-and breakfast retreats, cozy inns, or lodges, you’ll get personal touches, exceptional hospitality, and laid back hosts. And you won’t have to look through the brochure rack to find recreation ideas either. Just ask, and you’ll get plenty of suggestions, good directions, and even a “how’d it go?” at the end of the day. Of course, the bonus is that a Leelanau lodging experience, whether for a day, week or an entire summer, can be magical. Surrounded by breathtaking vistas, you can fall sleep under a sky as dark as ink while listening to gentle lullaby of waves. Ready to start your own Leelanau lodging memory? Check out one of these places to rest your head: Amber Sands Resort 4028 S. Lake Leelanau Dr. Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 231-256-9571 www.ambersandsresort.com Open mid May to the end of Oct. Rates: $625 - $775 in-season. 25% off before Memorial Day and after Labor Day with daily rates of $75 - $95. Centrally located in Leelanau County on 500 ft. of lovely south Lake Leelanau. 6 housekeeping units that sleep from 6-8. Evening campfires

and beautiful sunsets, protected boat slip and walking docks. Bayshore Cabins 10890 Northshore Dr. PO Box 351 Northport, MI 49670 231-386-5402 bayshorept@aol.com Prices: Seasonal. Housekeeping. Charming, rustic cabins. Located on Northport Bay one mile north of the Village of Northport. Private beach. Nicely wooded quiet setting.

Campbell’s Beach Rentals Lake Leelanau, MI. 231-256-7002 www.leelanau.com/beachfront Great dates still available for Fall 2012! Call or email for pricing. ginsnapsphoto@gmail.com Lake Michigan lakefront home features include 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central heat, fireplace, telephone, cable TV, VCR, washer/ dryer, blankets/pillows (please provide your own linen and towels), dishes, silverware & utensils, microwave and ceiling fan. Located right on Good Harbor Bay at 946 South Manitou Trail (M22). It’s just 4 miles south of the village of Leland. Cedar Haven Cottages 6061 E. Ryan’s Way Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 231-256-9294 5 housekeeping log cottages on the South shore of North Lake Leelanau. 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms available for weekly rentals, May thru October. Call for rates and availability. Century Farm Country Cottages 2421 N. Jacobson Rd. Suttons Bay, MI 49682 231-271-2421 or 800-476-2421 www.centuryfarmcottages.com

Empire House Bed & Breakfast 11015 S. LaCore PO Box 203 Empire, MI 49630 231-326-5524 empirehouse@charter.net 1890’s farmhouse with WiFi. Flatscreen TV’s and separate guest house. Peaceful, rural setting in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Weekly or nightly stays. Falling Waters Lodge 200 W. Cedar St. Leland, MI 49654 231-256-9832 www.fallingwaterslodge.com $69 - $279 Steps to downtown Leland, Lake Michigan beach, the marina and historic Fishtown. Rooms/Suites have wonderful views of the water, great sunsets! Groups/Weddings welcome! The Foothills Motel 7097 S. Dunns Farm Rd. 2.5 miles south of downtown Glen Arbor www.foothillsofglenlake.com 231-334-3495 Prices vary seasonally. 8 clean, comfortable rooms in a country setting close to Glen Arbor, Glen Lake, Lake Michigan, and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Fountain Point Resort 990 S. Lake Leelanau Drive Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 231-256-9800 www.fountainpointresort.com $50 – 80 / person / day. Call for rates and availability. An old-fashioned family summer

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On Grand Traverse Bay, Northport • 6 Charming rustic cabins • Accommodate 2-6 each • Kitchens w/ pots, pans & dishes • Private Beach • Quiet wooded setting

Red Lion Motor Lodge Quaint Country Setting on the ‘Wine Trail’ Quality Affordable Lodging  Pets Welcome West Bay Views  Daily/Weekly Rates

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4290 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay www.redlionmotorlodge.com

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Continued from Page 97 resort on Lake Leelanau, established in 1889, Fountain Point is the 2nd oldest resort in Michigan and is a landmark, part of the National Historic Registry. 20 cottages ranging from 2 people up to 13 accommodate a total of 140 guests. The resort sits on 50 acres and has wooded areas with paths to explore, a Civil War era mineral spring and 1,900 feet on spectacular Lake Leelanau. Safe swimming area and docking for your boat available. Kayaks, paddleboats and canoes are ready at the beach, plus options to water ski, sail, row and learn to fly a seaplane. Tennis, shuffleboard, small playground and plenty of space for tiny legs to run on our sprawling lawn. Breakfast, musical performances, campfires, professional story-telling and a cook-out once a week. Free wireless, but no TV’s or phones. An atmosphere of family time together is ideal for family reunions, weddings, retreats and special events. Off-season also available for special events. Open May-Mid October. We welcome you to Fountain Point! Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast & Cottages 6548 Western Ave. Glen Arbor, MI 49636 231-334-6789 www.glenarborbnb.com $99 - $225 Featured in Midwest Living this picturesque inn has all the amenities. Striking yet comfortable furnishings, full homemade breakfasts & warm hospitality. In the heart of the village, and steps from the beach. GlenArborRentals.com Glen Arbor, MI 49636 248-548-1835 Contact SandyMich@hotmail.com www.GlenArborRentals.com Starting at $125/night. Only Lake Michigan Beachfront condos at the Homestead on Sleeping Bear Bay. Free kayaks and canoes included! Glen Lake Rentals PO Box 284 Glen Arbor, MI 49636 231-334-3348 (Rentals) www.glenlakerentals.com Call for prices. Weekly summer rentals: Little Glen, Big Glen, Glen Arbor & Lake Michigan. 4-10 persons. No pets. No smoking. Contact Pam DePuy, Realtor at The Martin Company 231-334-7000 (Real Estate).

Guest House B & B PO Box 82 504 Saint Joseph Suttons Bay MI 49682 231-271-3776 Three spacious queen rooms with attached baths $125 + 6% tax, two night minimum weekends and prime time. Generous self serve continental breakfast. Upstairs has kitchen, living/ dining room, deck overlooking the water. The entire upstairs $350 + tax, 2 night minimum. Great for families & small groups. Call for off season and longer stays. The Homestead Wood Ridge Rd. Glen Arbor, MI 49636 231-334-5000 www.thehomesteadresort.com America’s Freshwater Resort – Surrounded by Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore with frontage on Lake Michigan & the Crystal River. Enjoy spectacular views, sandy beaches, golf, tennis, skiing, swimming pools, shops, dining, entertainment, salon and a luxurious spa. Award-winning weddings, family reunions, and meeting facilities are available. Accommodations include four hotels, condominiums or vacation homes located in the woods, high atop a bluff or on the beach. Rates vary by unit type, location & season, from $93 to $974 per night. Indigo Bluffs RV Resort M-72 West, 6760 W. Empire Highway Empire, MI 49636 231-326-5566 www.indigobluffs.com/visitus $36 - $60 daily. Weekly, monthly and seasonal rates available. Come enjoy the natural luxury of Leelanau County. On the doorstep of Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches and minutes from inviting villages, shops, restaurants or miles of trails. On site pool, fitness center, WiFi and other amenities. All inclusive packages available. Jolli-Lodge 29 N. Manitou Trail Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 1-888-256-9291 www.leelanau.com/jolli $70 - $1500 Located three miles south of Leland on the shore of Lake Michigan. Twenty two cottages, apartments and rooms. May 15-Nov. 1. Korner Kottage 503 N. St. Josephs Avenue

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Salmon fishing is a favorite pastime for Leelanau visitors, including Scott Kwiatkowski of Milford who is shown with a 21 lb., 4 oz. king caught on a charter out of Fishtown in Leland. What to do with the fillets? Many local restaurants make a point of preparing your salmon, for an effortless and delightful meal. Suttons Bay, MI 49682 888-552-2632 Prices: $100 - $180 + tax. Turn of the Century B & B, four guest rooms with European decor. Art and Gardens, gourmet breakfast, walking distance to downtown and the Bay. Lake Leelanau RV Park 3101 S. Lake Shore Drive Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 231-256-7236 www.lakeleelanaurvpark.com $54 - $69 (off season $41 - $56) Upscale family operated camping resort on Lake Leelanau with accommodations for big rigs to pop ups. Boat rentals, dock rentals, gasoline on the lakefront. Brand new

tennis/basketball court. Shuffleboard courts and newer playground equipment. Park offers 196 sites, all with full hook up, cable TV and WiFi. One 2BR cottage (sleeps 6). Family events and free children’s activities offered through summer months. New Clubhouse opened 2010 (available for rent)! Leelanau Boat Club PO Box 226, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 888-419-2774 or 231-3603426 www.leelanauboatclub.com vrbo.com/352137 Your Cottage Up North! Open Year Round

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Continued from Page 98 $100-$2,600. Four properties to choose from. One is handicapped accessible. Three units sleep up to 4. Mosier House can accommodate up to 14. Located in the heart of the village of Lake Leelanau on the narrows. Each unit comes with a slip for your boat, or rent one. Hiking trails, natural setting, walking distance to everything in the village, hot tub and more. Private extended stay memberships available. Leelanau Family Vacation Rentals P.O. Box 834, Leland MI 49654 231-421-3494 Mary Lou Landry, Proprietor www.leelanaufamilyvacationrentals.com Leelanau Family Vacation Rentals offers properties in Leelanau County on Lake Michigan, Lake Leelanau, Little Traverse Lake, Bright Lake and Leland. You can experience living in a restored 100 year old barn north of Leland or choose to pamper yourself in luxury at Woodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Haven on Lake Michigan. We can accommodate groups as large as 15 or 16 people in some of our properties. All properties are non-smoking and some are pet

friendly. All of our properties supply linens, towels, soaps and paper products. I will personally meet with you upon your arrival with the keys and any information about the house in which you are about to begin your vacation. Wherever you choose to stay, you will begin a love affair with a unique part of Leelanau County. Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge 2521 N. West Bay Shore Drive, Peshawbestown, MI 49682 800.930.3008 or 231.534.8282 www.casino2win.com Nestled in the woods, overlooking West Grand Traverse Bay, relax and settle into comfortable, accommodating rooms at affordable prices. 51 units available with free local calls, satellite TV, in-room coffee service, hair dryers, in-room refrigerator. Continental breakfast. Free shuttle service to Casino, Restaurants, Showroom and Eagleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ridge Conference Center. Outdoor grill and picnic table in common area overlooking beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Call for rates and availability.

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Leelanau Family Vacation Rentals "Create Summer Memories"

The Sunset Lodge is an 1898 Country Victorian Lodge with a rich Leelanau County history. The Wheeler house has 4 guest rooms each with a private bath, A/C, and an elegant breakfast served in the formal dining room. The Shedd Cottage has 5 rooms available with a variety of lodging options. The Dixie LeMieux Cottage has 3 large suites, amenities include fireplaces, wet bars, ceiling fans and a breakfast brought to your door. Close to casino, wineries, golf, beaches and historic villages. State/National Parks offer year round recreational activities. 22 miles north of Traverse City. 12 rooms. Seasonal. PB $99-$149.

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Continued from Page 99 Leelanau Vacation Rentals 6546 S. State St. Glen Arbor, MI 49636 231-334-6100 or 800-309-5045 www.lvrrentals.com Call for pricing. Escape with Leelanau Vacation Rentals. We specialize in Homestead condominiums, cottages and homes on/near Lake Michigan, Glen Lake, Lime Lake & Lake Leelanau. Virtual tours available on our website. For all the seasons of Leelanau! The Leland Lodge 565 Pearl St. Leland, MI 49654 231-256-9848 www.lelandlodge.com $75 - $185. Nestled within beautiful Leland overlooking manicured golf greens, the Lodge is the perfect destination for getaways. Limited dining on site. Ideal for Weddings, Groups. Cottages available. Maple Lane Resort 8720 Dorsey Rd. Empire, MI 49630 231-334-3413 www.maplelaneresort.com $59 - $185 Call for best rates. Maple Lane Resort is a unique family resort located on beautiful Glen Lake in the heart of the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Weekly rates available. Nature’s Rentals 617 West Harbor Highway (M22) Maple City, MI 49664 231-228-4501 www.leelanau.com/naturesrentals Nature’s Rentals offers a “home away from home” while experiencing all that the Leelanau Peninsula has to offer. Nightly and weekly Sugarloaf condos and scenic Bed & Breakfast rooms, lakefront cottages and beautiful homes welcome your arrival. Leelanau…our season of choice. www.naturesrentals.net Nature’s Window B&B 9765 S. Cedar Rd. Cedar, MI 49621 231-228-4501 www.leelanau.com/natureswindow $95. Peak Season $125 Spectacular panoramic views & breathtaking sunrises overlooking 25 acres. Private entrance & bath, queen log bed, deck and wildlife viewing. Breakfast served in your room.

Omena Sunset Lodge 12819 Tatch Rd. Omena, MI 49674 231-386-9080 or 888-386-9080 www.omenasunsetlodge.com $99 - $149 Discover the serenity of the Leelanau Peninsula as you relax in this 1898 Country Victorian Lodge. Paul’s Paradise Cottages 351 E. Harbor Hwy. (M-22) Maple City 231-228-7100 www.paulsparadise.com $650 - $1,250/wk Beautiful waterfront cottages directly on Little Traverse Lake. Each cottage sleeps 5, with 2 bedrooms, full kitchens, fireplaces and decks with grills. Sandy beach swimming, kayaks & canoes are just steps away. Great family fun! Red Lion Motor Lodge 4290 S. West Bay Shore Drive Suttons Bay, MI 49682 231-271-6694 www.redlionmotorlodge.com Quality affordable lodging amidst the quiet country charm and natural beauty of Leelanau County. Daily/Weekly rates, Comfortable Efficiencies including Townhouses, Color cable TV, Air Conditioning, Non-smoking & Handicapped rooms, parking at your door.

Sunrise Landing Motel 6530 NW Bayshore Dr. Northport, MI 49670 800-488-5762 www.sunriselanding.com $59 - $150 Scenic, peaceful and quiet, sandy beach, Satellite TV, phone, Free WiFi, Air conditioning, rooms with kitchen, whirlpools, fireplace, daily/weekly housekeeping, open year round, close to everything. The Sylvan Inn Bed & Breakfast 6680 Western Ave. Glen Arbor, MI 49636 231-334-4333 www.sylvaninn.com $80 - $210 Relax and unwind in this beautifully restored historic Inn. 14 rooms with sophisticated amenities. Spa & sauna. Just steps to Lake Michigan, dining & shops. Visit Up North Vacation Rentals 600 W. Front St. Traverse City, MI 49684 800-901-8922

231-334-3051 www.visitupnorth.com hpi@visitupnorth.com Call for rates. Great beaches, great sunsets, great family activities…great vacations! Stay in one of our rental homes, cottages, or condos in beautiful Northern Michigan, and experience it all. Over 140 rental properties in Leelanau County, Traverse City and surrounding areas. We’re open all year for getaways during any season. Own a property? Ask about our management services. Whaleback Inn 1757 N. Manitou Trail W (M-22) Leland, MI 49654 1-800-942-5322 www.whalebackinn.com $99 - $259 Vacation accommodations. Cottage, suites, and lakeview rooms. Nightly and weekly. Fully furnished, A/C, summer breakfast included. Spectacular setting with access to Lake Leelanau. Open Year Around.

Sleeping Bear Bed & Breakfast 11977 S. Gilbert Rd. Empire, MI 49630 231-326-5375 www.sleepingbearbb.com $115 - $200 Nestled in the rolling hills of the Leelanau Peninsula, this restored 1890’s vintage farmhouse offers a restful retreat. Five guest rooms offer a variety of amenities. Common rooms and beautiful gardens await your every need. Room rates include lodging and wonderful gourmet breakfasts. Snowbird Inn Bed & Breakfast 473 N. Manitou Trail Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 231-256-9773 www.snowbirdinn.com snowbirdinn@gmail.com Nestled on 18 acres of peaceful countryside. 3 miles from Leland and Fishtown. Near wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, bike trails, beaches and restaurants. Spacious, air-conditioned rooms with private baths. Lavish breakfasts. Private Lake Michigan access. Open all year.

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One event that has been on the calendar in Leelanau County since 1893 is the Old Settlers Picnic, which is set to begin with a church service on Sunday, Aug. 5, at Old Settlers Park in Burdickville. Visitors young and old attend, and enjoy each other’s company.

Every summer, Leelanau comes alive with events. There’s something for everyone — from kids to adults — every day. Whether you’re a bookworm, an outdoors person, an athlete, an art, music or wine enthusiast, or a lover of festivals, parades and picnics, you’ll be able to find something that suits your fancy. Join the crowd at some of these happenings, and be sure to check each week’s Leelanau Enterprise or log on to Leelanaunews.com for more events.

from art to exercise for both adults and children, Old Art Building, 111 S. Main St. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com

Leelanau Conservancy, Leland Weekly events, work bees and hikes. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com

Open Art Studio, Leland - Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Old Art Building Join others to paint. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com

Music in the Park, Northport - Friday evenings 7 to 9 p.m. between June and Aug at Marina Park. Bring the family and a dinner. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org

ONGOING Walking Friends, Cedar - Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.; July and Aug. at 8 a.m. Meet at the tennis courts at the Cedar Recreation Complex for walking. 228-3426

Children’s Story Time at Leland Township Library - Wednesdays, 10:3011a.m. For children up to age 7. For this and other family events: 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org

Northport Yacht Club, Northport marina - Sailboat races, picnics and more scheduled all summer long. PO Box 388, Northport, MI 49670

Michigan Trail Riders, Empire - Join others for trail rides along the shore-toshore trail across Michigan. 989-473-3205, www.mtra.org Glen Lake Community Library, Empire - Stories and More from 1112 a.m. each Wednesday throughout the summer; stories, music, and crafts for preschoolers and their caregivers. For adults: join the monthly Lakeshore Readers book discussion group, held monthly on Wednesday mornings. 326-5361, www.glenlakelibrary.net Lanphier Observatory, Glen Arbor Wednesday and Thursday nights, June 20 through August 30, from 10:00 p.m. to midnight if skies are clear. Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Road. 334-5890

June 23. Check for details. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Orvis Michigan Fly-Fishing School, Glen Arbor - Weekends May through September. Professional instructors welcome beginners and seasoned anglers. The Homestead, 334-5100 www.orvis.com

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You Jazz, Glen Arbor - Every Tuesday night from 6-8 p.m. in the gardens of Wildflowers, on M22 in Glen Arbor. Bring your instrument and play or just relax in the gardens and enjoy the music. 334-3232, www.wildflowersglenarbor.com Group Bicycle Rides - Rides around Leelanau County throughout the summer. 334-6419, www.cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org Open Knitting Night, Glen Arbor Tuesdays 6:30-9 p.m. All skill levels welcome. At The Yarn Shop, Glen Arbor, 334-3805

Beach Bards, Glen Arbor - Summer storytelling, poetry, music on the beach. Children’s hour begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by adults at 9:00 p.m. Friday evenings, June 22 through August 10 at the Leelanau School Fire Circle, 1 Old Homestead Road. 334-5890

Great Lakes Children’s Museum, Greilickville - Interactive story time each Wednesday at 11 a.m., toddler time Fridays 10 a.m. to noon, “Make It Mondays” from 1-3 p.m., make a craft to take home. Call for other summer events. 932-4526, www.greatlakeskids.org

Children’s Pine Patch Story Hour, Glen Arbor - Mondays and Wednesdays from July 1 to mid-August, Cottage Book Shop. 334-4223, wwwcottagebooks.com

Grand Traverse Yacht Club, Greilickville - Sailboat races, weekend regattas and more scheduled all summer long. 946-9779, www.gtyc.org

Glen Arbor Art Association Children’s and adult classes beginning

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Continued from Page 101 Northport Youth Sailing School Learn to Sail Program for ages 8-16, four one-week sessions July 9 to August 10. Donna Chapman, 386-7401, www.northportsailing.org Grand Traverse Lighthouse Summer Education Program Series, Northport Evenings during the summer. 386-7195, www.grandtraverselighthouse.com Saving Birds Through Habitat, Omena - Learn about birds, amphibians, reptiles, butterflies and more through hikes and events at the Charter Sanctuary. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org Family Ecology Sail, Suttons Bay June 20 through Sept. 1. Science lessons aboard the schooner Inland Seas. Call for departure times and places. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org Yarn Lovers Night, Suttons Bay - Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Thistledown Shoppe. Crocheters and knitters welcome to meet, work on their projects. 271-9276 Suttons Bay Friendship Community Center - Ongoing social events and programs throughout the summer beginning in June. 271-4630, www.seniors.tcnet.org Wigglers Story time, Suttons Bay Bingham District Library - Fridays at 11 a.m. Stories and fun for children up to age 5. 271-3512, www.suttonsbaylibrary.org Summer Programs, Sleeping Bear Dunes – Saturdays at the Lakeshore: Meet at the Philip Hart Visitor Center at 1 p.m. each Saturday for a ranger led hike in the National Lakeshore. Other ranger-led programs and initiatives for children and adults alike. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. 326-5134 Ext. 328, www.nps.gov/slbe MAY Perennial Plant Sale, Cedar - May 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Victoria River Park. 228-3426 Cars in the Park, Northport - May 26, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. From classics to antiques at Haserot Park. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org Blessing of the Pets, Northport - May 26, 11 a.m. All pets welcome, must be on leash or in carrier. Each pet will receive a Saint Francis medallion and a treat. Marina Park. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org

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Inaugural Lake Leelanau Spring Music Fest - May 27. Details were still being worked out as the Leelanau Visitors Guide went into production, but the Lake Leelanau Community Association plans to hold the event near the corner of Eagle Highway and North Lake Leelanau Drive. Houdek Dunes Natural Area Hike - May 27, 2 p.m. Join the Leelanau Conservancy for a hike through the Houdek Dunes to look for pink Lady Slipper Orchids. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Artist in Residence Presentation, Glen Arbor - May 31, 7:30 p.m. At Glen Arbor Art Association. Robert Raack, painter. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Summer Fitness Program, Cedar May 31, 7 p.m. Meet at the Cedar Tennis Courts to pick up your pedometer and instructions for this 10-week fitness program. Those who report miles weekly eligible for a weekly prize. 228-3436. Leelanau Peninsula BirdFest - May 31-June 4. Second annual birding festival hosted by the Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. Speakers, guided field trips for bird watching. 271-9895, www.leelanauchamber.com JUNE Leelanau Summinars Wine and Cheese Reception, Leland - June 1 (call for time). Learn about and sign up for educational seminars to be held in July and August on a broad range of topics. Old Art Building, 111 S. Main St. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Leelanau Artists at the Old Art Building, Leland - June 1-3. 11th annual exhibit of local artists’ work, mixed media. Opening reception Friday 5-7:30 p.m., exhibit open Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Old Art Building, 111 S. Main St. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Tall Ship Birding Cruise, Suttons Bay - June 2 and June 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join local birding experts and Leelanau Conservancy staff aboard the schooner Inland Seas to view gull and cormorant colonies on Gull Island. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing - June 6, noon to 6 p.m., shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Annual golf outing at The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms. 271-9895, www.leelanauchamber.com Detour - Bluegrass Ahead, Northport - June 9, 8 p.m. Bluegrass music at its

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best. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba 386-5001, www.northportcac.org

6-8 p.m. Suzanne Sandmeyer, paintings. At Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

M-22 Challenge, Empire - June 9, 8 a. m. Multi-discipline event including a run, paddle and bike segment. 6900 South Dune Highway, Empire. 883-5936, www.m22challenge.com

Pajama Party, Leland - June 19, 1 p.m. With Joel Tacey, Michigan’s Family Funnyman. In the Munnecke Room. 256-9152, www.lelandtownshiplibrary. michlibrary.org

Leland Wine & Food Festival - June 9, noon til 6 p.m. Admission includes wine glass and two tickets for wine tasting. 256-0079, www.lelandmi.com

Astronomy Under Sail, Suttons Bay - June 20 and 22, 9-11:45 p.m. Set sail aboard the schooner Inland Seas for an astronomy lesson with astronomer Dick Cookman. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org

Nature’s Library of Flora and Fauna at Lamont Preserve - June 9, 10 a.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to explore woodland and wetland species of flora and fauna. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Free Fishing Weekend - June 9 and 10. No fishing license required to fish inland lakes and Great Lakes waters for all species of fish. All fishing regulations still apply. www.michigan.gov/dnr Glen Arbor Solstice Half Marathon and 5K - June 16, 7 a.m. Enjoy spectacular Leelanau views while supporting the Glen Arbor Fire Department and the Glen Arbor Park Commission. Pre-race pasta dinner on June 15. 231-715-1406, www.enduranceevolution.com BBQ and Brew Festival, Glen Arbor - June 16, noon to 6 p.m.. Food, drink, music and fun under the tent in downtown Glen Arbor, across from Cottonseed and Totem Shop. www.visitglenarbor.com A Walk Back in Time at Lighthouse West Natural Area - June 16, 10 a.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to explore flora and fauna at the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com LPVA Small Plates - June 16, 6-9 p.m. Features several Leelanau Peninsula Vintner’s Association member wineries offering a full glass of wine paired with a tapas dish. www.lpwines.com Art Exhibit, Old Art Building, Leland June 16. Craig Holland, landscape painter. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Teichner Preserve Hike - June 17, 10 a.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to look for yellow flag iris and showy lady slippers at the preserve. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Glen Arbor Art Association Mini Gallery Show, Glen Arbor - June 18-29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet and greet June 22,

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Saving Birds Through Habitat Speakers Series, Omena - June 21, 7 p.m. “Design Your Garden With Native Plants” by Gail Ingraham of Bellwether Gardens.Meet at the Habitat Discovery Center, 5020 North Putnam Rd. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org Suttons Bay Summer Solstice Art Walk - June 22, 5 p.m. to 9 pm. 6th annual walk featuring galleries and shops in the village partnering with Leelanau wineries for a perfect summer evening. Each shop will host an artist and their work, along with wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres, live music. 271-4922, www.suttonsbayarea.com Artist in Residence Exhibit, Leland June 22-24. Features the work of Glenn Wolff at the Old Art Building. Call for information. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Wildflower Hunt at Chippewa Run - June 23, 1 p.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to search for spring wildflowers. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com An Evening with Gershwin, Northport - June 23, 8 p.m. Featuring Claudia Schmidt and Fred Szczepanski along with The Village Voices and the Northport Community Band. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba, 386-5001, www.northportcac.org Kids Fishing Day, Lake Leelanau - June 24, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy a free day of fishing, fish-related activities and refreshments at Veronica Valley County Park, where ponds are stocked with fish that kids can easily catch. 590-3309 Artist in Residence Presentation, Glen Arbor - June 28, 7:30 p.m. At Glen Arbor Art Association. David Westerfield, painter. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

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Continued from Page 102 Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes and Manitou Passage - June 28, 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Leland Township Library and the Leelanau Historical Museum. In the Munnecke Room. 256-9152, www.lelandtownshiplibrary. michlibrary.org Maritime History Under Sail, Suttons Bay - June 28, 6 p.m. To 9 p.m. Join local historians and crew of the schooner Inland Seas in discovering the rich maritime history of the area. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org Native Plant Sale, Lake Leelanau June 29, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Leelanau Conservation District, 112 W. Philip St. 256-9783 Saving Birds Through Habitat Speakers Series, Omena - June 30, 2 p.m. “Flying Cigars and Helicopters” with Kay Charter of Saving Birds and Bobbie Poor from the Leelanau Conservancy. Learn about Leelanau’s backyard birds. Meet at the Habitat Discovery Center, 5020 North Putnam Rd. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org Kehl Lake Natural Area: Discover Nature’s Richness - June 30, 10 a.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to discover the wonders of the plants and animals in the Kehl Lake Natural Area. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Traverse City Wine and Art Festival - June 30, 3-10 p.m. Original artwork by regional artists, music, wine from Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsula wineries, and food from Traverse City and Leelanau restaurants. Under the tents on the lawn at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons, www.traversecitywinefestival.com JULY Pancake Breakfast, Glen Arbor - July 1, 8 a.m. to noon at Glen Arbor Township Hall. Glen Lake Fire and Rescue, www.glenarborfire.com DeYoung Farm, Inside and Outside - July 1, 1 p.m. Visit the historic DeYoung Farm to see Cedar Lake and tour the inside of the old farm buildings, including the house. Leelanau Conservancy docents will be your guides. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Polka Lessons, Cedar - July 1, Solon Twp Hall, 7 p. m. Get ready for the Polka Festival by learning to polka. 228-3426 Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor July 3, 7 p.m. Patriotic music performed

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by Northport Community Band, Glen Arbor Athletic Club lawn. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org The Adventures of Keeno and Ernest, Leland - July 3, 10:30 a.m. in the Munnecke Room. Author Maggie VanGalen presents her children’s book. 256-9152, www.lelandtownshiplibrary. michlibrary.org Patriotic Hymn Sing, Leland - July 3, 8 p.m. Join Immanuel Lutheran Church of Leland members at the Village Green to sing patriotic hymns. 256-9515. Leland fireworks - July 3, dusk. Fourth of July celebration gets an early start with show at Hancock Field. 256-0079, www.lelandmi.com Fourth of July Parade, Leland - July 4, 3 p.m. Floats antique cars, fire trucks, a kids’ bike parade and more in smalltown charm. 1 p.m. free bike decorating before the parade at the Old Art Building. www.lelandmi.com Fourth of July, Glen Arbor - July 4. Flag-raising ceremony, 10 a.m., Old Settlers Park; free bike decorating, Glen Arbor Art Association, 10:30 a.m.; parade at noon. www.visitglenarbor.com

Swanson Preserve Exploration - July 8, 2 p.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to explore this preserve. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com The Cherry Connection - July 9-13, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day during the Traverse City National Cherry Festival. Wagon rides and tours of a Leelanau cherry farm, learn how cherries are grown and harvested. Petting zoo and other activities for kids. South of Suttons Bay at the NW Michigan Horticultural Research Center. www.visit.cherryfestival.org Wings of Wonder, Leland - July 10, 10:30 a.m. in the Munnecke Room. Join Rebecca Lessard for a live animal program. 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org Green Cuisine, Empire - July 11, 5 to 8 p.m. A “green-friendly” celebration of local gourmet food, wine and specialty ale. 326-5444, www.foodforthought.net Northport Women’s Club Home Tour - July 11, begins at 9:30 a.m. Tour several beautiful and historic homes. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org

Fourth of July fireworks, Northport - July 4, dusk. Celebrate the nation’s birthday with fireworks in the marina park. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org Cedar Polkafest - July 5-8. Visit Cedar and enjoy polka dancing, food, and children’s activities; parade at noon on July 7. 228-3378 Art Exhibit, Old Art Building, Leland - July 6-7. Gene Rantz and Debbie Ebbers, Fine Art. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Run for Funds, Northport - July 7. 33rd annual fun run/walk to benefit the American Cancer Society. Meet at The Depot near the marina. Contact Lisa, 3865575, www.northportomenachamber.org Pianist Thomas Pandolfi, Northport - July 7, 8 p.m. Enjoy Chopin/Liszt. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba. 386-5001, www.northportcac.org National Cherry Festival Air Show - July 7-8, 12:45-3 p.m. each day. The 86th annual event features the Black Diamond Jet Team, F-18 Hornet demonstration and others flying over the West Grand Traverse Bay. www.visitcherryfestival.org

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Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - July 13-14. Reception Friday evening, Gallery hours Sat. Renie Cutler and Deb Hepner. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear Work bee - July 13-14. Painting at the Treat Farm, call for details. 334-6103, www.phsb.org Great Lakes Relay, Empire - July 1315. Shore-to-shore running event to benefit the Special Olympics, ends in Empire. 885-3256, www.greatlakesrelay.com Artist’s Market, Leland - July 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 16th annual art fair includes 80 booths on the lawn and inside the Old Art Building. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Houdek Dunes Natural Area: Coyotes, Cougars, and Bears, Oh my! - July 14, 10 a.m. Join Leelanau Conservancy docents to learn about the wild residents of Leelanau County. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com

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Continued from Page 103 National Cherry Festival Fireworks - July 14, 10:30 p.m.. Show over West Grand Traverse Bay concludes festival. www.visit.cherryfestival.org Manitou Music Festival - July 15, 7 p.m. The 14th annual free Dune Climb Concert at the base of the Dune Climb features bluegrass group Detour. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Children’s Photography Challenge Exhibit, Leland - July 17-20. Interpret a book through photography. Call for guidelines. 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org Kayaking 101, Northport - July 18, 4 p.m. Join instructors from Crystal River Outfitters at Leelanau State Park to learn basics of kayaking. 386-5422, www.michigan.gov Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair - July 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 90 exhibitors of fine arts and quality crafts at the Glen Arbor Township Hall. Contact Ellen Figura, 326-6084 Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor - July 18, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. Ray Bonneville (blues singer/songwriter). 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Saving Birds Through Habitat Speakers Series, Omena – July 19, 7 p.m. “The Orchids of Leelanau” with orchid enthusiasts Chuck and Janet Dickerson. Meet at the Habitat Discovery Center, 5020 North Putnam Rd. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org

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Kehl Lake Natural Area Hike - July 21, 10 a.m. Learn about the natural and cultural history of this area with Leelanau Conservancy docents. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Leelanau Peninsula Wine, Food and Music Festival, Suttons Bay- July 21, 1-7 p.m. at the Marina Park. Enjoy local wines and foods, crafts, entertainment. 271-9895, www.leelanauchamber.com Inland Seas Summer Festival and 5K Road Race/Walk, Suttons Bay - July 21, in conjunction with the Leelanau Peninsula Wine, Food and Music Festival. Enjoy a classic boat show and model boats, wooden boat building and workshops all day long. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org Omena Village Day - July 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate 160 years of Omena with a family fun day including parade, food, balloon rides and more. www.omenahistoricalsociety.com Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor July 22, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. RFD Boys (bluegrass) 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Running Bear 5K Run/ Walk, Glen Arbor - July 24, 9 a.m. 6th annual event with 5K run/walk and ½ mile kid’s run hosted by Glen Arbor Women’s Club. Starts at Cherry Republic. 334-7363 Kid’s Drama Presentations, Leland - July 24, 10:30 a.m. Choose a book and act out a portion using puppets. Call for guidelines. 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org

Tour de TART, Suttons Bay - July 20, 4 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly flat bicycle ride from Traverse City to Suttons Bay along the TART and Leelanau trails. Bus to the event from Suttons Bay marina. 941-4300, www.traversetrails.org

Manitou Music Festival Top of the Ski Hill Concert - July 26, 7 p.m. Ride the chair lift to the top of the hill to listen to music by the Paul Keller Quintet (big band sound) The Homestead Resort. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

Empire Anchor Days - July 20-22. Festival celebrates the discovery of huge anchor off Empire Beach. Includes 5K fun run, parade, street dance, and Lions Club Chicken BBQ. www.empirechamber.com

Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear Work bee - July 27-28. Painting and silo restoration at the Charles and Hattie Olsen Farm, call for details. 334-6103, www.phsb.org

Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - July 20-22. Reception Friday, 6-9 p.m., Gallery hours Sat. and Sun. Mary Sharry, paintings. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Grupo Aye, Northport - July 21, 8 p.m. Latin and jazz. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba. 3865001, www.northportcac.org

Leelanau County Relay For Life, Suttons Bay - July 27-28, 6 p.m. to 6 p.m. Overnight event celebrates cancer survivors and remembers those lost to the disease. 947-0860, www.relayforlife.org/leelanaucountymi Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - July 27-29. Reception Friday, 6-9 p.m., Gallery hours Sat. and Sunday. Paintings by Susanna Green. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

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Art Leelanau Benefit and Exhibition, Leland - July 27- Aug. 1. 20th annual exhibition of art work by 100 Leelanau artists. Opening night gala July 27 5-8 p.m.with live music by the John Lindenau Quartet, hor d’oeuvres and cash bar. Exhibit continues 10a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, Sunday noon to 4 p.m. through Aug. 1. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com

beautiful areas in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. 0.25 fun run for kids at 10 a.m. 334-6103, www.phsb.org

Friends of Fishtown 5K, Leland - July 28, 9 a.m. Enjoy views of beautiful downtown Leland and the Manitou Islands while benefitting the Fishtown Preservation Society. 256-8878, www.fishtownmi.org

Suttons Bay Art Festival - Aug. 4-5. Dozens of artists and craftsmen take part in one of the state’s most competitive shows at the Suttons Bay Marina. 2719895, www.SuttonsBayArtFestival.org

Open House, Glen Lake Fire Department - July 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station 1, 6401 West State Street in Glen Arbor. www.glenarborfire.com Northport Lions Club Fly-in/Drive-in Breakfast - July 28 (rain date July 29), 8 a.m. to noon. Unique, small aircraft, antique, custom and sports car displays. Woolsey Memorial Airport. Lions Club, 386-9936 or 386-5984 AUGUST Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor - Aug. 1, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. Slide (Celtic). 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Cedar River Paddle - Aug. 2, 7 p.m. Bring your own canoe or kayak and PFD and enjoy an evening paddle down the Cedar River through the Leelanau Conservancy nature preserve. 228-3426 Civil War Presentation, Leland - Aug. 2, 2 p.m. in the Munnecke Room. With Mike Morton, Corporal of the 111 Ohio Volunteer Infantry and the North/South Skirmish Association. 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org Leelanau Conservancy Annual Picnic and Auction - Aug 2, field trips at 3 p.m. followed by picnic, auction and entertainment at 5 p.m. 256-9665, www.theconservancy.com Art Exhibit, Old Art Building, Leland - Aug. 3-4. 2nd annual Interpretations of Leelanau, paintings by local artists. 2562131, www.oldartbuilding.com Plein Air Paint Out, Glen Arbor Aug. 4. All day painting in and around the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, evening wet painting sale and reception. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Port Oneida 5K Barn to Barn Trail Run/Walk, Glen Arbor - Aug. 4, 9 a.m. Run or walk through one of the most

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The Four Aces, Northport - August 4, 8 p.m. Traditional and pop music. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba. 386-5001, www.northportcac.org

Old Settlers Picnic - Aug. 5, 10:30 a.m. at Old Settlers Park in Burdickville. Enjoy a gathering that has gone on annually since 1893 with family games and awards to the oldest and youngest persons attending. Ice Cream Social, Cedar - Aug. 5, 2-4 p.m. at Victoria River Park. Enjoy free ice cream and social time. 228-3426 Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor - Aug. 5, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. Trina Hamlin & Mulebone (blues) 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor Aug. 7, 7:00 p.m., Free concert featuring the Summer Singers (choral/variety). At the Glen Lake Community Reformed Church. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor Aug. 8, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. Ronny Cox Trio (country/folk) 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Glen Lake Community Library Annual Vintage Book Sale Preview Party, Glen Arbor - Aug. 8, 7-9 p.m. Thousands of books available at Glen Arbor Township hall. Sale continues Aug. 9, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Aug. 10, 9-11 a.m. 231-342-8173, www.glenlakelibrary.net Ice Cream Party, Leland - Aug. 9, 1 p.m. on the library lawn and the Munnecke Room. End of summer children’s program party with opportunity to play in a kazoo band. 256-9152, www. lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org Port Oneida Picnic - Aug. 10, 5-7 p.m. End your day at the fair with an old fashioned chicken dinner along with musical entertainment and tractor wagon rides. At the Charles and Hattie Olsen Farm, 3164 W. Harbor Hwy. 334-6103, www.phsb.org

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Continued from Page 104 Port Oneida Fair - Aug. 10-11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Demonstrations and interactive displays of life in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Family programs, wagon rides, games and music. 334-6103, www.phsb.org Suttons Bay Sidewalk Sales - Aug.1011. Sales and festivities in downtown Suttons Bay. 271-5077, www.suttonsbayarea.com Art Exhibit, Old Art Building, Leland Aug. 10-12. Annual summer exhibit of paintings by Melanie Parke and Richard Kooyman256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - Aug. 10-12. Reception Friday, 6-8 p.m., Gallery hours Sat. and Sun. Featuring photography by Robert de Jonge and Jeff Rabidoux. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Dogs on Parade, Northport - Aug. 11, 1 p.m. Themed dog parade, downtown to Haserot Park. Contact Lisa, 386-5575, www.northportomenachamber.org Northport Wine Festival - Aug. 11, 2-6 p.m. Head down to Haserot Park after the dog parade for Northport’s first annual wine festival. Contact Lisa, 3865575, www.northportomenachamber.org Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor Aug. 12, 8 p.m., Studio Stage. George Cole Trio (jazz/swing) 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Meteors and S’Mores, Northport - Aug. 12, 10:30 p.m. Enjoy s’mores while gazing at the Perseid meteor shower at Leelanau State Park. 386-5422, www.michigan.gov Kayaking 202, Northport - Aug. 14, 4 p.m. Learn advanced kayaking skills from instructors from Crystal River Outfitters at Leelanau State Park. 3865422, www.michigan.gov Manitou Music Festival, Glen Arbor Aug. 15, 8 p.m., The Leelanau School lawn. James Hicks Blues Band. 3346112, www.glenarborart.org Saving Birds Through Habitat Speakers Series, Omena - Aug. 16, 7 p.m. “Conservation on the Other Side of the World: Working for the Environment in Mongolia” with Conservation Resource Alliance Biologist Eric Ellis. Meet at the Habitat Discovery Center, 5020 North Putnam Rd. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org Lobster Fest, Northport - Aug. 16, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Benefit for Grand Traverse Lighthouse. Lobsters with all the fixings,

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entertainment, and more. 386-7195, www.grandtraverselighthouse.com

fireworks show during the sail. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org

Leland Sidewalk Sales - Aug.16-17, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Fun and bargains throughout town. 256-0079, www.lelandmi.com

Alice Busby Walk, Northport - Sept. 1. Sponsored by the Zonta Club of Leelanau County, this walk is a major source of funding for preventative cancer screening for underinsured and uninsured persons in the area. 256-7060

Glen Arbor Sidewalk Sales - Aug. 1618, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fun and bargains throughout town. www.visitglenarbor.com Astronomy Under Sail, Suttons Bay - Aug. 17, 8:30-10:45 p.m. Set sail aboard the schooner Inland Seas for an astronomy lesson with astronomer Dick Cookman. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org

Potters and Fine Arts Fair Show, Old Art Building, Leland - Sept. 1-2. Northern Michigan potters and sculptors. Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 256-2131, www.oldartbuilding.com Barbeque N’ Blues Festival, Lake Leelanau - Sept. 4. Blues music and food, barbeque contest. 256-0145

Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - Aug. 17-19. Reception Friday, 6-8 p.m., Gallery hours Sat. and Sun. Paintings by Linda Gene Dahl. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 3346112, www.glenarborart.org

Harvest Stompede Vineyard Run & Walk and Wine Tour - Sept. 8-9. A race through Leelanau’s vineyards and a tour of county wineries featuring wine tasting, pasta and other gourmet delights. www.lpwines.com

Sousa Concert, Northport - Aug. 18, 8 p.m. Featuring the Northport Community Band and special guests. Northport Community Arts Center, 109 E. Nagonaba. 386-5001, www.northportcac.org

Artist in Residence Presentation, Glen Arbor - Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m. Steven Walker, painter. At Glen Arbor Art Association. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

Peshawbestown traditional Pow Wow - Aug. 18-19. The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians annual Pow Wow featuring native singers, dancers, artists and artisans. 534-7750, www.gtbindians.org

Leland Heritage Celebration - Sept.15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Van’s Garage Classic

Car Show, Fishtown Fest, Leland Historic Building art exhibit at the Old Art Building, the Leelanau Conservancy on the Village Green, and more. 256-0079, www.lelandmi.com Leelanau Harvest Tour - Sept. 16. Noncompetitive family biking adventure along the Leelanau Trail, food stops. Starts and ends at Glen Lake Schools in Maple City. 941-4300, www.traversetrails.org Saving Birds Through Habitat Speakers Series, Omena - Sept. 20, 7 p.m. “Leelanau’s Changing Landscape” with Leelanau Conservancy Executive Director Brian Price. Meet at the Habitat Discovery Center, 5020 North Putnam Rd. 271-3738, www.savingbirds.org Fall Agricultural Festival, Northport - Sept. 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Leelanau State Park. Take part in old time farming practices such as cider pressing, candle dipping, corn broom making and more. 386-5422, www.michigan.gov Artist in Residence Presentation, Glen Arbor - Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. Dorothy Brooks, writer. At Glen Arbor Art Association. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org

Astronomy Under Sail, Suttons Bay - Aug. 19, 8:30-10:45 p.m. Set sail aboard the schooner Inland Seas for an astronomy lesson with astronomer Dick Cookman. 271-3077, www.schoolship.org Glen Arbor Art Association Gallery Show - Aug. 24-26. Reception Friday, 6-9 p.m., Gallery hours Sat. and Sun. Paintings by Linda Carolyn Damstra. Glen Arbor Art Association, Pine Street. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org Maple City Car & Truck Show - Aug. 26, 12 noon to 3:30 p.m. (registration 8 a.m. to noon). Classic cars and trucks, hot rods and an old-fashioned street celebration on the busiest day of the summer in Maple City. 228-6224 Artist in Residence Presentation, Glen Arbor - Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m. Marianne Miller, painter. At Glen Arbor Art Association. 334-6112, www.glenarborart.org SEPTEMBER Astronomy Under Sail with Fireworks Show, Suttons Bay – Sept. 1, 8-10:15 p.m. Set sail aboard the schooner Inland Seas for an astronomy lesson with astronomer Dick Cookman, enjoy a

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Beulah St. Philip’s Episcopal Church 231-882-4506 785 Beulah Hwy. (U.S. 31 N.), Beulah

Worship Leelanau Community Church Full Gospel 256-7838 245 S. Lake Leelanau Dr., Lake Leelanau

First Church of Christ, Scientist 334-4961 6753 W. Harbor Hwy., Glen Arbor

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 231-882-4241 8190 Lincoln Rd., Beulah

Bethlehem Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 334-4180 6012 Lake Street, Glen Arbor

Cedar Holy Rosary Catholic Church 228-5429 3919 Gatzke Rd., Cedar

Good Harbor St. Paul’s Lutheran L.C.M.S. 228-6888 2943 SW Manitou Trail, Cedar

Empire Empire United Methodist Church 326-5510 10050 Michigan Street, Empire

Greilickville Praise West Church 946-2090 Elmwood Township Hall, Traverse City

First Baptist Church 947-9176 7408 M-72 W., Empire

Northland Community Church 946-9693 9105 E. Fouch Road, Traverse City

St. Philip Neri Catholic Church 326-5255 11411 S. LaCore, Empire

West Bay Covenant Church 946-7947 12720 S. West Bay Shore Dr., Traverse City

Gill’s Pier St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church 271-3574 8500 E. Kolarik Rd., Suttons Bay

Lake Ann Glen Lake New Life Church of the Nazarene 275-0461 6447 Reynolds Road, Lake Ann

Glen Arbor Glen Lake Community Reformed Church 334-4563 4902 W. MacFarlane Rd., Glen Arbor

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Northport Covenant Church 386-7362 409 Shabwasung Street, Northport

Lake Leelanau St. Mary Catholic Church 256-9676 403 St. Marys Street, Lake Leelanau

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Immanuel Lutheran Church 203 N. Lincoln Street Suttons Bay, MI 49682 231-271-3671 immanuel@charter.net Handicap accessible Sunday worship: 8:30 & 10:00 am Children/Youth Sunday Classes 9:15 am Worship-by-the-Bay, June 24th See www.immluthsb.org for upcoming events Leelanau Visitors Guide 2012

Northport St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church 386-7880 Warren at 7th Street, Northport

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St. Gertrude’s Catholic Church 271-3744 701 N. Warren, Northport Suttons Bay St. Michael’s Catholic Church 271-3744 315 W. Broadway Street, Suttons Bay First Evangelical Lutheran E.L.S./W.E.L.S. Fellowship 271-3271 321 St. Mary’s Ave., Suttons Bay Immanuel Lutheran E.L.C.A. 271-3671 203 Lincoln Street, Suttons Bay Keswick United Methodist Church 271-3755 3373 S. Center Hwy., Suttons Bay Suttons Bay Congregational Church 271-6036 218 W. Madison Street, Suttons Bay Suttons Bay Bible Church 271-4618 3224 West Bayshore Dr., Suttons Bay

Trinity United Church of Christ 386-5801 103 Warren Street, Northport

TRAVERSE CITY/Solon West Side Community Church 932-1932 4975 E. Traverse Hwy., Traverse City

Bethany Lutheran E.L.C.A. 386-5037 220 W. Nagonaba, Northport

Zion Baptist Church 946-5641 6563 E. Harry’s Rd., Traverse City

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Leelanau Chambers

• Cedar Chamber of Commerce — 228-3378. • Empire Chamber of Commerce — empirechamber.com P.O. Box 237, Empire 49630. • Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce — Glen Arbor, 334-3238, visitglenarbor.com. • Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce — 5046 W. Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay, 271-9895. Leelanauchamber.com, or info@leelanauchamber.com. • Leland Chamber of Commerce — 256-0079; lelandmi.com, info@lelandmi.com. • Northport/Omena Chamber of Commerce — www.northportomenaevents.com. • Sleeping Bear Dunes Visitors Bureau —5000 South Homestead Road, Glen Arbor, 334-2000. Sleepingbeardunes.com. • Suttons Bay Chamber of Commerce. Call 271-5077; suttonsbayarea.com.

More sources on Leelanau County Leelanau can be addictive. Many folks who visit can’t get enough, and eventually more to the Little Finger county. Some of the best sources of information about Leelanau County are published by the same team that brought you the Leelanau Visitors Guide. Try continuing your search at these venues: • The Leelanau Enterprise provides a weekly snapshot of the Peninsula. Although the names and families have changed, it’s been continually published since 1877 by owners who have resided in the county. With about 8,800 subscribers, it’s the largest paid weekly newspaper in northern Lower Michigan or the Upper Peninsula. The Enterprise is also a rarity in that it’s printed at its own production plant. Stop by to subscribe at 7200 E. Duck Lake Road,

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Lake Leelanau, or call 256-9827. The Enterprise’s summer Diversions series is a regular winner of state and national awards. • The Leelanau Pages is more than a phone book, containing an extensive “Community Pages” section with much information about the county. It’s got residential listings, maps, a Yellow Pages section with the most complete list of county businesses — and it’s free. You’ll find the Leelanau Pages at boxes throughout the county, or stop by the Enterprise for a copy. • LeelanauNews.com is the official website of the Enterprise. Here you’ll find all stories published in the county newspaper, as well as a “Marketplace” with all the latest deals offered by county merchants.

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Index

Al Rollings Driftwood Sculpture.......... 68 Anderson’s Market................................ 48 Annz Metalz Designz........................... 73 Art’s Tavern.......................................... 50 At Home.................................................. 2 At The Lake.......................................... 40 Baldwin Homes................................... 105 Bay Shore Pharmacy............................. 72 Bay View Pines..................................... 94 Bayshore Cabins................................... 97 Black Star Farms................................... 65 Black Swan .......................................... 53 Blue Moon Ice Cream Shop................. 45 Bluebird Restaurant.............................. 34 Bonek Agency..................................... 108 Boutique by Mary Kent........................ 31 Breeze Hill Greenhouse........................ 96 Buntings Cedar Market......................... 47 Cedar Rustic Inn................................... 93 Cedar Tavern......................................... 81 Century 21, Cory Beuerle................... 115 Ceramic House...................................... 30 Chateau Fontaine.................................. 62 Connie Kroll, Realtor............................ 70 Cove...................................................... 91 Crystal River Outfitters......................... 76 Cygnus Real Estate............................... 25 Deb’s Dish............................................. 22 Deerings Market & Garden Center....... 19 Diversions............................................. 34 Dolls & More....................................... 30 East Traverse Catholic Federal CU...... 87 Enterprise Printing................................ 42 Epicure Catering................................... 43 Faith & Co.......................................... 115 Falling Waters Lodge............................ 39 Fischer’s Happy Hour Tavern............... 37 Fish Hook.............................................. 40 Fish Hooked.......................................... 40 Foothill’s Café & Motel........................ 91 Forest Gallery....................................... 52 Forget-Me-Not Florist........................... 87 Forty Five North Winery...................... 66 Fountain Point Resort........................... 60 Front Porch........................................... 27 Funistrada.............................................. 62 Gabe’s Country Market......................... 17 Gallagher’s Farm Market...................... 94 Gallery 22............................................. 24 Glen Arbor Art Association.................. 52 Glen Arbor Botanicals.......................... 51 Glen Lake Chamber............................ 111 Good Harbor Grill................................. 51 Good Old Books................................... 70 Grand Traverse Distillery..................... 39 Grand Traverse Lighthouse................... 70 Green Goodness.................................... 37 Hansen Foods........................................ 26 Herb Connection................................... 86 Hollyhocks & Vines.............................. 44 Homestead Resort................................4-5 Immanuel Lutheran Church Leland...... 36 Immanuel Lutheran Church SB.......... 106 Indigo Bluffs......................................... 94 Inland Seas Education Assoc................ 25 Interlochen Summer Arts Festival........ 69 Jaffe’s Resale........................................ 43 Joe’s Leelanau Cigar............................. 65 Jolli Lodge............................................ 37 Kasson Sand & Gravel......................... 46 Kiss Carpet.............................................. 7 Korner Gem............................................ 8 La Becasse............................................ 65 Lake Leelanau Excavating.................... 81 Larkin Group......................................... 42 Leelanau Cheese................................... 85 Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms............. 77 Leelanau Co. Planning Dept................. 16 Leelanau Coffee Roasting..................... 13 Leelanau Enterprise.............................. 56 Leelanau Family Vacation Rentals....... 99 Leelanau Historical Society.................. 36 Leelanau Peninsula Chamber............... 13 Leelanau Pie & Pastry Bakery.............. 43

Advertisers Leelanau Sands Casino.....................Back Leelanau Urgent Care........................... 22 Leelanau Vacation Rentals.................... 99 Leelanau Watersports............................ 35 Leelanau Womens Civic Club.............. 35 Leland Chamber of Commerce............. 37 Leland Lodge Resort............................. 39 Leland Toy Co...................................... 37 Levin, Judy – Realtor............................ 24 Liberty Vintage Charters, LLC............. 24 Light of Day Organic Teas................... 54 Lil Bo Pub & Grille.............................. 92 Lima Bean............................................. 24 Manitou Island Transit.......................... 36 Manitou Medical Center....................... 54 Manor on Glen Lake............................. 51 Maple City Health & Fitness................ 46 Maple Lane Resort................................ 54 Mardi Black, Attorney.......................... 37 Martha’s Leelanau Table....................... 92 Matthew A. Houghton, DO................... 52 Michigan Artists Gallery....................... 24 Mooney Marine..................................... 21 Motovino Cellars.................................. 65 Motovino Sails...................................... 30 Natures Rentals................................... 101 Northport Community Arts Center....... 10 Northern Latitudes Distillery................ 42 Northern Lumber.................................. 13 Northport Building Supply................... 30 Northport Fitness................................ 103 Northwoods Hardware.......................... 48 Oltersdorf Realty................................. 114 Orchard Creek Senior Living............... 84 Overhead Door Co................................ 70 Painted Bird.......................................... 22 Paradiso Gallery.................................... 50 Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse................ 43 Pegtown Station.................................... 46 Peninsula Pavers................................. 112 Pennington Collection........................... 30 Prescription Shop.................................. 81 Red Lion Motor Lodge......................... 97 River Putt & Paddle.............................. 75 Riverside Canoe Trips........................... 93 Riverside Inn & Restaurant.................. 34 Roxane Designer Jewelry..................... 32 Rustic Roots.......................................... 36 Ruth Conklin....................................... 110 Secret Garden....................................... 54 See for Miles Window Cleaning........... 43 Seeco Contracting................................. 18 Shady Trails Camp.................................. 3 Sissons Main Street Specialties............ 35 Sleeping Bear Surf & Kayak................ 51 Sporck Tileart........................................ 69 Sportsman Shop.................................... 52 St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church......... 106 Stander Marine...................................... 32 Stone House Bread............................... 32 Stubb’s Restaurant & Bar..................... 88 Sugarloaf, The Old Course................... 78 Sunset Lodge......................................... 99 Suttons Bay Artwalk............................. 14 Suttons Bay Skin Care........................ 107 Suttons Bay Trading............................. 27 Sylvan Inn........................................... 100 Synchronicity........................................ 51 Tamarack Gallery.................................. 57 Tampico................................................. 39 Thistledown Shoppe............................. 22 Traverse Area Title................................ 72 Treeline Gallery.................................... 22 Trend Window & Design........................ 6 Van’s Garage......................................... 35 Venture Properties................................. 40 Verterra Winery..................................... 39 Village at Bay Ridge........................... 113 Village Cheese Shanty.......................... 35 Visit Up North Vacation Rentals........ 109 Watershed Center.................................. 69 Wildflowers........................................... 50 Wilhelm Landscapes........................... 107 Wool & Honey...................................... 46

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May 18-20 Empire Asparagus Festival June 9 M-22 Challenge June 16 Solstice Half Marathon & 5K & Glen Arbor BBQ & Brew Festival

July 15 Manitou Music Festival’s Dune Climb Concert July 18 Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair July 24 Glen Arbor Woman’s Club Running Bear 5K & Kid’s Run

July 1 Glen Lake Fire & Rescue Pancake Breakfast

August 10-11 Port Oneida Fair

July 4 Flag Raising at Old Settler’s Park & Glen Arbor 4th of July Parade

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Celebrating Over 10 Years of Service

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