Happy Holidays

Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday Season!!

Currently we have a lack of snow that is curtailing many outdoor activities. Both ski hills are open and continue to make snow to add to their current base. New runs open as snowmaking or mother nature allows.

Ice fishing is picking up with fairly safe ice conditions currently. There are reports from 3-8 inches, so still be careful at this time.

It seems last year it was about this time when we started to get snow, and we do have some forecasted in the next week. Most trails/activities that need to be groomed will not be groomed until there is about 12 inches of snow on the ground. If anyone has a good snowdance.......start to boogie please!!!

Fall has come and gone

Well it seems the fall colors were quick this year. A dry summer, then a rather early "arctic blast" made for a short, but beautiful color season.

Now it seems to be time to get ready for Michigan deer season, the Holiday Season and winter activities. Yes, I did say winter!! In about a month the local ski hills will begin making snow, and hopefully just past that we will have enough natural snow for snowmobile trails to open!

Ready or not, winter is almost upon us!

Remember if you would like anymore information on our area, go to www.ironmountain.org!


Chris

Fall Colors`

Now is a great time to come to our area and see the "colors". About 30% of the trees have turned, so the mixtures of reds, oranges, yellows and remaining green really give a great spectrum of color. Fall color guides are available in our office, along with county maps.

Come on UP and enjoy the Fall Colors.


Chris

Top Destination in the World

"Top Travel Destinations in the World" includes The Upper Peninsula of Michigan in a recent ranking by ShermansTravel. ShermansTravel is a leading publisher of trip ideas, travel destination information and sales and specials.

It is no surprise to those of us who live, work and play here to be ranked with the best in the world. Four seasons of family fun and some of the friendliest people can be found across the entire Upper Peninsula.

Here in Iron Mountain and the entire Dickinson County area, variety is definitely our forte. Summertime has something for everyone, from:

Outdoor activities; like fishing, canoe/kayaking to atv.

History buffs will enjoy the world’s largest steam pumping engine and iron mine t tours 400-ft underground.

Adventure hunters will find white water rafting, abundant wildlife viewing and even a bat cave!

Events all summer long include nationally recognized water ski shows, BBQ contests and a variety f music festivals.

If anyone would like more information on our area or plan a trip, please contact:

www.ironmountain.org or 1-800-236-2447

Welcome Travelers

This blog is to help inform those looking for a great vacation place. The Iron Mountain/Dickinson county are is located in the scenic Upper Peninsula Of Michigan. With this blog I will update site visitors on attractions, sites and happenings in our area. For those of who that have visited our area, please respond with your favorite spots, events, restaurants or the area as a whole.

Hope to see you soon......in Dickinson County.


Chris