Thursday, December 10, 2009
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Friday, December 04, 2009
Monday, April 06, 2009
Go Spartans
Good Luck Tonight to the MSU Spartans and Coach Tom Izzo (An Iron Mountain Native) as they play for the NCAA Men's Basketball Championships at Ford Field!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Congratulations Coach Izzo and MSU
Congratulations to Coach Tom Izzo and the MSU Spartans Men's Basketball team for beating overall No. 1 seed Louisville 64-52 to reach the Final Four Tournament at Ford Field. Coach Izzo is an Iron Mountain native and graduate of Iron Mountain High School. The town will be pulling for the Spartans as they play in their home state on Saturday night!
Good Luck Coach Izzo and the MSU Spartans!!
Good Luck Coach Izzo and the MSU Spartans!!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Pine Mountain Ski Jumping Tournament
The Pine Mountain Continental Cup Ski Jumping Championship ski jumping tournament will be held on Feb. 14-15 at Pine Mountain.
Ski buttons are now on sale, announced Kiwanis Ski Club officials.
The pre-tournament cost is $18 for adults and $15 for students. Prices at the gate will be $25 for adults and $20 for students. Children under 10 are free.
For those who have never seen a ski jumping tournament, you should really check this out. Ski jumping had to be the original "extreme sport", considering this is the 70th anniversary of this event. Olympic quality athletes from around the world 'fly' into Iron Mountain to compete in this Continental Cup tournament. Plus, one of the largest February tailgate parties in the Midwest completes the event. With warm food on the grills and friendly folks, this weekend is one of the best times of the year.
For more information on the jumps, www.kiwaniskiclub.com.
Some video from last year http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pj_iYaEOIs&feature=relatedChris
www.ironmountain.org
Friday, August 08, 2008
Timberstone Recieves 5 Stars
Golf Digest rates TimberStone as one of the top 24 golf courses in North America
TimberStone at Pine Mountain in Iron Mountain, Michigan, gateway to the Upper Peninsula and only 100 miles North of Green Bay, WI, has once again joined a very exclusive group and been given Golf Digest Magazine’s highest honor, a 5 STAR Rating. Quoting Jerry Tarde, Chairman and Editor-In-Chief of Golf Digest Magazine, “as one of our five-star courses, you should be proud to know that our readers have selected your course as offering ‘golf at it’s ultimate best. To assign 2008-9 star ratings to more than 6,000 courses in North America, Mexico and the Caribbean, we asked Golf Digest subscribers to rate those courses (on a scale of 1 to 5) in the categories of course condition, pace of play, service, value for the money and overall golf experience. Roughly 20,000 readers sent in their ratings by mail and on-line”.
This year, 24 courses received the highest rating of 5 stars that Golf Digest defines as “Golf at its absolute best. Pay any price at least once in your life.”
TimberStone in Iron Mountain, Michigan, joins some very exclusive company. Some notable others making the 5 star list for 2008-9 include Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (Arcadia, MI); Teeth of the Dog Course, Dominican Republic; The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort (S.C.), Pebble Beach Golf Links (Cal.); Pinehurst (No. 2) (N.C.); Princeville Resort (Prince) (Hawaii); Shadow Creek Golf Course, (Las Vegas, NV); Spyglass Hill Golf Course (Pebble Beach, CA); Whistling Straits G.C. (Straits), (Sheboygan, Wis.), along with 14 others.
TimberStone is celebrating its second year as part of Pine Mountain Ski & Golf Resort, which includes the Lodge and Conference Center, the Cedar and Mountain Haus Condominiums and Pine Mountain Ski Hill, making Pine Mountain Resort truly a “Resort for all Seasons”.
To see more about TimberStone and Pine Mountain Resort visit www.pinemountainresort.com. Tee times are available by calling 906-776-0111
TimberStone at Pine Mountain in Iron Mountain, Michigan, gateway to the Upper Peninsula and only 100 miles North of Green Bay, WI, has once again joined a very exclusive group and been given Golf Digest Magazine’s highest honor, a 5 STAR Rating. Quoting Jerry Tarde, Chairman and Editor-In-Chief of Golf Digest Magazine, “as one of our five-star courses, you should be proud to know that our readers have selected your course as offering ‘golf at it’s ultimate best. To assign 2008-9 star ratings to more than 6,000 courses in North America, Mexico and the Caribbean, we asked Golf Digest subscribers to rate those courses (on a scale of 1 to 5) in the categories of course condition, pace of play, service, value for the money and overall golf experience. Roughly 20,000 readers sent in their ratings by mail and on-line”.
This year, 24 courses received the highest rating of 5 stars that Golf Digest defines as “Golf at its absolute best. Pay any price at least once in your life.”
TimberStone in Iron Mountain, Michigan, joins some very exclusive company. Some notable others making the 5 star list for 2008-9 include Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (Arcadia, MI); Teeth of the Dog Course, Dominican Republic; The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort (S.C.), Pebble Beach Golf Links (Cal.); Pinehurst (No. 2) (N.C.); Princeville Resort (Prince) (Hawaii); Shadow Creek Golf Course, (Las Vegas, NV); Spyglass Hill Golf Course (Pebble Beach, CA); Whistling Straits G.C. (Straits), (Sheboygan, Wis.), along with 14 others.
TimberStone is celebrating its second year as part of Pine Mountain Ski & Golf Resort, which includes the Lodge and Conference Center, the Cedar and Mountain Haus Condominiums and Pine Mountain Ski Hill, making Pine Mountain Resort truly a “Resort for all Seasons”.
To see more about TimberStone and Pine Mountain Resort visit www.pinemountainresort.com. Tee times are available by calling 906-776-0111
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
The UP North Experience
“THE UP NORTH EXPERIENCE”
A weekend of seeing, hearing, touching and experiencing nature
The first annual “UP North Experience” Weekend will be held August 8 & 9. This “mini” Event, with guided trips and ‘experiences’ will be the start of bigger events to come. This first year will include:
*BAT AND MINE ADVENTURE PROGRAM...Friday August 8, Iron Mountain Iron Mine in Vulcan. This event is first come first serve...Cost is $10/person, trips every hour from 4-8pm.
Underground tours of this iron mine will showcase the mining history of the Upper Peninsula. Special to this event will, Bats & Mines Specialist Bill Scullon from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will guide underground walking tours featuring discussion species of bats that call this mine home. There will be exciting opportunity to see live bats in this critical habitat and learn more about these beneficial and very unique wildlife species that call the Upper Peninsula home. Come and learn more about these creatures of the night, experience the thrill of being underground and experience living history. Temperatures in the mine is about 50 degrees so appropriate dress is recommended.
*LaSalle Falls Hike Saturday August 9
Stu Boren, WI DNR forester and wild river historian, will lead this unforgettable hike into LaSalle Falls on the Pine River. As the river drops dramatically over a 22-foot chasm between rock outcroppings, you’ll be mesmerized by the power of the river. The 1-mile hike into the falls will cross Florence County Forest and the Pine-Popple Wild Rivers Property. Stu will talk about the history of the area and some of the forestry practices in the area. This hike will be from 8-12 on Saturday August 9. Hikers will meet at the Florence Natural Resource Center at 8 am.
*Skulls and Furs Florence Natural Resource Center, Saturday August 9, 1 to 2:30 PM.
At one point or another, everyone has found an animal skull while walking through a field or forest. Have you ever wondered what it was? Nathan Ruble, an avid skull collector, will show participants how to look for clues to determine what animal it came from. Nathan will have his skull collection on hand that includes some of the smallest (pygmy shrew) and largest mammals (bison and moose) in North America, and many in between. The Wisconsin DNR fur collection will be on hand for participants to see some of the local animal furs. This program is typically done for elementary school children, but people of all ages can enjoy it.
*Guided Nature Interpretive Paddle Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters. Saturday August 9. Meet at the Northwoods Wilderness Outfitter shop on US-2 (west of Iron Mountain) at 2 PM (CST) and leave for the launch site by 2:30 PM (CST). Plan to be on the water for 2 1/2 to 3 hours during the paddle tour. By reservation only!
Enjoy a guided trip on one of the real "wild" places in the local area - our favorite body of scenic and wild water bounded by woods and rock. Wildlife abounds.
$10 per watercraft if you bring your own kayak or canoe. $20 per watercraft if a rental is needed (a limited number of rental kayaks or canoes are available through Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters - reserve early) Limit to about 15 watercraft (kayaks or canoes only).
Some paddling experience is required. Age limit for paddlers is 14 years old. Age limit for passengers is 6 years old. All participants must wear PFD (life jackets). Bring water to drink and a light snack. Call Northwood Wilderness Outfitters for reservations: 1-800-530-8859
For More information: Dickinson Area Partnership 1-800-236-2447
A weekend of seeing, hearing, touching and experiencing nature
The first annual “UP North Experience” Weekend will be held August 8 & 9. This “mini” Event, with guided trips and ‘experiences’ will be the start of bigger events to come. This first year will include:
*BAT AND MINE ADVENTURE PROGRAM...Friday August 8, Iron Mountain Iron Mine in Vulcan. This event is first come first serve...Cost is $10/person, trips every hour from 4-8pm.
Underground tours of this iron mine will showcase the mining history of the Upper Peninsula. Special to this event will, Bats & Mines Specialist Bill Scullon from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will guide underground walking tours featuring discussion species of bats that call this mine home. There will be exciting opportunity to see live bats in this critical habitat and learn more about these beneficial and very unique wildlife species that call the Upper Peninsula home. Come and learn more about these creatures of the night, experience the thrill of being underground and experience living history. Temperatures in the mine is about 50 degrees so appropriate dress is recommended.
*LaSalle Falls Hike Saturday August 9
Stu Boren, WI DNR forester and wild river historian, will lead this unforgettable hike into LaSalle Falls on the Pine River. As the river drops dramatically over a 22-foot chasm between rock outcroppings, you’ll be mesmerized by the power of the river. The 1-mile hike into the falls will cross Florence County Forest and the Pine-Popple Wild Rivers Property. Stu will talk about the history of the area and some of the forestry practices in the area. This hike will be from 8-12 on Saturday August 9. Hikers will meet at the Florence Natural Resource Center at 8 am.
*Skulls and Furs Florence Natural Resource Center, Saturday August 9, 1 to 2:30 PM.
At one point or another, everyone has found an animal skull while walking through a field or forest. Have you ever wondered what it was? Nathan Ruble, an avid skull collector, will show participants how to look for clues to determine what animal it came from. Nathan will have his skull collection on hand that includes some of the smallest (pygmy shrew) and largest mammals (bison and moose) in North America, and many in between. The Wisconsin DNR fur collection will be on hand for participants to see some of the local animal furs. This program is typically done for elementary school children, but people of all ages can enjoy it.
*Guided Nature Interpretive Paddle Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters. Saturday August 9. Meet at the Northwoods Wilderness Outfitter shop on US-2 (west of Iron Mountain) at 2 PM (CST) and leave for the launch site by 2:30 PM (CST). Plan to be on the water for 2 1/2 to 3 hours during the paddle tour. By reservation only!
Enjoy a guided trip on one of the real "wild" places in the local area - our favorite body of scenic and wild water bounded by woods and rock. Wildlife abounds.
$10 per watercraft if you bring your own kayak or canoe. $20 per watercraft if a rental is needed (a limited number of rental kayaks or canoes are available through Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters - reserve early) Limit to about 15 watercraft (kayaks or canoes only).
Some paddling experience is required. Age limit for paddlers is 14 years old. Age limit for passengers is 6 years old. All participants must wear PFD (life jackets). Bring water to drink and a light snack. Call Northwood Wilderness Outfitters for reservations: 1-800-530-8859
For More information: Dickinson Area Partnership 1-800-236-2447
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Iron Mountain’s City Park adds to its natural attractions.
Iron Mountain’s City Park once had buffalo, and a bear. Now it has something it has something new that has the area ‘a buzz’. An albino deer was recently born at the park. The newborn was difficult to locate at first, as its mother kept it hidden in the long grass or behind logs. But recently the young deer has been more active and has been easier to view. The youngster has been seen often with its twin, who is not an albino.
The deer have been a part of the Iron Mountain City Park for many years, more than 40 years, and this is the first time I remember there being an albino born inside the park.
The enclosed pictures were taken by local artist, Gene Ducharme.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Pine Mountain Ski Jumping Tournament
On February 15-17, the 69th Pine Mountain Ski Jumping tournament will be held. Top jumpers from around the world travel to compete on one of the top hills in North America.
Here is a little history on the jump:
Here is a little history on the jump:
The development of Pine Mountain was undertaken by the Dickinson County Board of Park Trustees in 1937 at the request of various civic and governmental bodies. Some work had been done earlier by Ted Kingsford and Hold Eskil, then Breitung Township supervisor, but the job was unable to be completed, so the deed to the property was given to the park group with the understanding that the park trustees complete the construction.
The board submitted a W.P.A. project covering all necessary remaining work, calling for the construction of a steel scaffold, 156 feet high, and clearing and grading of the landing area. Work on the ski slide was completed late in 1938, and the first tournament was held early the following year, with the Kiwanis Ski Club as host, and the newly formed Iron Mountain-Kingsford Winter Sports Association, a non-profit organization, acting as sponsor.
At the first Pine Mountain Tournament, Bob Roecker, riding for the Duluth Ski Club, shattered the American jumping record held by Alf Engen, of Salt Lake City, with a leap of 257 feet for a new American record.
Pine Mountain Slide has been renovated several times. In 1948 the landing hill was dug out for longer jumps, and in 1977 a fire burned out the top of the slide. New starting gates were added and the slide made higher.
Thanks to the Kiwanis Ski Club for this info.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Another top 10 Ranking for the UP of Michigan
The Upper Peninsula of Michigan was ranked #6 by the Weather Channel in their top 10 winter family destinations.
Here is a link to their article... http://www.weather.com/activities/recreation/outdoors/topten/winterintro.html
Of course when is comes to variety of activities, events, scenery and affordability...we really should have been #1.
Chris
Here is a link to their article... http://www.weather.com/activities/recreation/outdoors/topten/winterintro.html
Of course when is comes to variety of activities, events, scenery and affordability...we really should have been #1.
Chris
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
"Moose on the Loose"
A bull moose made a surprising visit to Iron Mountain today. He was spotted in the fenced in area just west of the Chapin Pit area in downtown Iron Mountain, in a area the city owns. The area was blocked off this morning and authorities were trying to keep the moose in the area and calm.
The moose population typically stays to the north of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan since being re-introduced to the area in the late 1980's. On occasion, there have been sightings in Dickinson County, but I have never heard of or seen one in Iron Mountain.
Thanks to Diane Schabo of the Michigan Welcome Center, who saw the big guy as she was at her dentist's office, right across the street.
Chris LaVigne
Tourism Coordinator
Friday, August 10, 2007
Italian Fest...Tour da Dickinson Bike Ride
Italian Fest - August 25, 2007
Italy...Iron Mountain Style
Noon - 11 pm
Welcome to Downtown Iron Mountain's first Italian Fest! Come join us for a day of authentic Italian foods, wine and fun as we celebrate Iron Mountain's heritage. Local and Italian wines will be available at the event as well as domestic beers for the less adventuresome. Bocce Ball tournaments, grape stomp and Italian musicians will highlight the day.
A replica of the historic Immaculate Conception Church will be on display also. Father Giovanni Sinopoli, part of a Catholic order founded to minister to Italian immigrants, came to Iron Mountain from Italy in April, 1902. Immediately he set about organizing volunteers to construct a new church. Sandstone was quarried on nearby Millie Hill, just east of the Chapin Pit. A mere nine months later the church was dedicated.
Tour de Dickinson
Italy...Iron Mountain Style
Noon - 11 pm
Welcome to Downtown Iron Mountain's first Italian Fest! Come join us for a day of authentic Italian foods, wine and fun as we celebrate Iron Mountain's heritage. Local and Italian wines will be available at the event as well as domestic beers for the less adventuresome. Bocce Ball tournaments, grape stomp and Italian musicians will highlight the day.
A replica of the historic Immaculate Conception Church will be on display also. Father Giovanni Sinopoli, part of a Catholic order founded to minister to Italian immigrants, came to Iron Mountain from Italy in April, 1902. Immediately he set about organizing volunteers to construct a new church. Sandstone was quarried on nearby Millie Hill, just east of the Chapin Pit. A mere nine months later the church was dedicated.
Tour de Dickinson
| Welcome to the Dickinson County Hospital Foundation’s 1st Annual Tour de Dickinson Bike Ride for the Entire Family on Saturday, August 25, 2007. This event is a recreational bicycle ride for all ages with a portion of the proceeds to help support programs and services of the DCH Foundation. A portion of this year’s proceeds will be designated for Childhood Obesity programs. Our mission is to promote good health and family participation. The scenic ride will consist of four non-competitive routes with rest stops. All rides will begin at Giant Pine Mountain’s Popple Palace and head towards Fairbanks (25 location). The riders will continue through downtown Iron Mountain and Italian Fest. After the down town tour, the riders will be directed to Bass Lake Road and their individual routes. Police escorts will be provided for the downtown tour and major intersections. All riders are required to wear helmets. Show your Tour de Dickinson event wristband for FREE entry into the Italian Fest! For more information on both events www.ironmountain.org Chris LaVigne Tourism Coordinator |
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
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Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Its beginning to look a lot like....Summer
The trees are beginning to leaf out, lawns are being mowed, and kids are excited for the end of school!
Summer activities are starting 'to bloom'. Golf courses are "greening up" nicely, boat launches are filling up with boats and warm days brings out walkers and bikers!
As you make your summer plans, think about the Iron Mountain area and all it has to offer in recreation, attractions and beautiful relaxing settings.
For more information check out www.ironmountain.org!!
Thanks,
Chris
Summer activities are starting 'to bloom'. Golf courses are "greening up" nicely, boat launches are filling up with boats and warm days brings out walkers and bikers!
As you make your summer plans, think about the Iron Mountain area and all it has to offer in recreation, attractions and beautiful relaxing settings.
For more information check out www.ironmountain.org!!
Thanks,
Chris
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
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!!!
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!!!
Monday, October 16, 2006
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
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
Thursday, September 28, 2006
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
Come on UP and enjoy the Fall Colors.
Chris
Thursday, May 04, 2006
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
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
Monday, April 10, 2006
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
Hope to see you soon......in Dickinson County.
Chris
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