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1. Take a walking tour of historic architecture in Petoskey.

2. Petoskey is home to Kilwin’s quality confections - take home a delicious treat or schedule a tour of the kitchen.

3. Wine & dine at Stafford’s Pier Restaurant in Harbor Springs.

4. Grab a drink in the Noggin Room Pub, complete an around the world tour of over 30 brews and add your name to the “Hall of Foam.”

5. Bicycle along the shore of Little Traverse Bay on the Little Traverse Wheelway, a 26 mile paved bike trail from Harbor Springs to Charlevoix. Bike rentals are nearby.

6. Hike the picturesque sand dunes at Petoskey State Park.

7. Voted Northern Michigan’s Best Brunch, Stafford’s Bay View Inn serves brunch every Sunday from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm (May – October).

8. Browse the boutique shops of Petoskey’s Historic Gaslight District.

9. Enjoy a scenic chair lift ride or zip line adventure at Boyne Highlands Resort in Harbor Springs.

10. Browse through our collection of Michigan artists at Stafford’s Gallery of Art and History - located behind Stafford’s Perry Hotel.

11. The Little Traverse Historical Museum features Hemingway artifacts, train memorabilia and other facts from the past - Petoskey waterfront (seasonal).

12. Try your luck at Odawa Casino.

13. Walk through the winding community of Bay View and enjoy the gingerbread Victorian cottages.

14. Enjoy the ever changing exhibits at the Crooked Tree Art Center - located in downtown Petoskey.

15. Golf at one of the areas numerous world class courses.

16. Play outdoor putt-putt golf at Pirate’s Cove Adventure in Petoskey.

17. Feed the fi sh in our pond at Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites (fi sh food available at the front desk).

18. Search for Petoskey stones along the shoreline of Little Traverse Bay, or purchase one in our gift shops.

19. Visit the Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center - located in Oden on US-31.

20. Cruise the Straits of Mackinac with a lighthouse cruise (sheplersferry.com).

21. Take a day trip to Mackinac Island.

22. Head to Indian River and visit the National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods and museum.

23. Canoe, kayak or stroll the Bear River Recreation Area in Petoskey. Kayak rentals nearby.

24. Take home some jam & sauce from American Spoon Foods - Petoskey is where the company was founded.

25. Dine at Stafford’s Weathervane Restaurant on Jeff’s Deck and watch the boats cruise under the bridge.

26. Stop by Symon’s General Store in downtown Petoskey for some gourmet snacks and pack yourself a picnic.

27. Hop in your car and take a narrated tour to Cross Village through the Tunnel of Trees - CD’s available for purchase.

28. Sample oils and vinegars from Fustini’s in downtown Petoskey.

29. The Hillside Gardens in downtown Alanson are planted by local volunteers and are free to visit year round.

30. Browse through the Andrew Blackbird Museum in Harbor Springs (open seasonally).

31. Sit back, relax and take in the views of our beautiful corner of northern Michigan.

32. Catch a fl ick at the Petoskey Cinema (northernmicinemas.com).

33. For the adventurous type, sky dive with Sky Dive Harbor Springs.

34. Visit Lavender Hill Farm, just a few miles south west of Petoskey.

35. Paved sidewalks on both sides of the Pine River in Charlevoix make for a relaxing walk.

36. Tour the unique guest rooms at Stafford’s Bay View Inn. Not one is a like!

37. Walk through the unique Village of Bay Harbor.

38. Peruse our collection of fi ne art and history at Stafford’s Gallery.

39. Sweet tooth? Tom’s Mom’s Cookies in Harbor Springs is a great treat.

40. Visit Pond Hill Farms for fresh produce and their new wine tasting room (north of Harbor Springs on M-119).

41. Play life-size chess on Castle Farms giant chessboard in Charlevoix or take a guided tour of the grounds.

42. Take a tour of Earl Young’s Mushroom Houses in Charlevoix. Maps are available at the Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce.

43. Relax on the front porch of Stafford’s Bay View Inn or Stafford’s Perry Hotel on our comfortable wicker furniture.

44. Pamper yourself with a day of relaxation at one of the areas renowned spas.

45. Enjoy live entertainment from local musicians in the Noggin RoomPub at Stafford’s Perry Hotel every Friday & Saturday evening.

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46. Stroll the Petoskey Breakwall.

47. Kayak, tube or canoe on the Sturgeon River at Big Bear Adventures in Indian River (9 miles East of Alanson).

48. Our indoor pool and hot tub at Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites in Alanson is open for public swimming!

49. Friske Orchards in Ellsworth has fresh apples, cider and a petting zoo! (10 miles south of Charlevoix).

50. Try Stafford’s Oak Planked Whitefish - a specialty since 1961!

51. Take a walk on Sanctuary Island in Alanson. Enjoy the hand cranked ferry and beautiful views of the Crooked River (seasonal).

52. Morgan Trout Fishing Farm in Alanson is a perfect afternoon activity - located 1 mile north of Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites.

53. Peruse the Harbor Springs History Museum in downtown Harbor Springs.

54. Gather local produce from Petoskey’s Downtown Farmers Market or Harbor Springs Farmers Market throughout the summer.

55. Visit the Historic Inland Waterway Museum in downtown Alanson.

56. Hike the picturesque trails of Little Traverse Conservancy Nature Preserves – locations throughout northern Michigan (landtrust.org).57. Enjoy a famous Awesome Coffee in the Wheelhouse Lounge at Stafford’s Pier Restaurant. 58. Sample local wines from Mackinaw Trail Winery in downtown Petoskey.59. Uncle Frank’s Apple Town in Brutus has apples, cider and homemade donuts - open weekends in September & October - located 5 miles north of alanson on US-31. 60. Go fishing on one of the many local lakes.61. Grab breakfast at The Drawbridge Bistro in Charlevoix and watch the as the bridge rises for the boats to pass through.62. Visit Boyer Glass Works in downtown Harbor Springs for one-of-a-kind items. 63. Take a short drive to Mackinaw City and drive over the world’s 6th longest suspension bridge (35 miles north of Petoskey, 20 miles north of Alanson).64. Watch local performers at the Crooked Tree Arts Center.65. Visit a northern Michigan brewery. Beards Brewery located in downtown Petoskey or Petoskey Brewing Co. located on M-119. 66. Catch a concert by the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra.67. Visit one of the areas signature fudge shops – locations in Charlevoix, Harbor Springs and Petoskey.68. Go horseback riding.69. Relax by the firepit at Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites 70. Take the family to play a few frames of bowling at Northern Lights Recreation (located on M-119).71. Read one of our many books or magazines in one of our libraries at Stafford’s Bay View Inn, Crooked River Lodge or Perry Hotel.

72. Visit the historic sites Colonial Michilimackinac and Mill Creek in Mackinaw City.

73. Explore and hike the 20 acres surrounding Stafford’s Crooked River Lodge & Suites (maps available at the front desk).

74. East Park in downtown Charlevoix features a Fountain of Youth and has spectacular harbor views.

75. Sturgeon Bay is a local favorite and known for its miles of sandy beaches and crystal clear waters (north of Harbor Springs).

76. Rent a boat and cruise the famed Inland Waterway, connecting you to a chain of lakes and rivers.

77. Learn to fly fish with a local fly fisherman.

78. Visit one of the many antique shops in northern Michigan.

79. Grab a racquet and play a game of tennis at one of the many outdoor tennis courts.

80. The Headlands in Mackinaw City is an International Dark Sky Park and the perfect place to watch the night sky (emmetcounty.org).

81. Alanson is home to the world’s shortest swinging bridge. Walk or drive over it, or boat underneath it.

82. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the Lewis Street Porch or H.O. Rose Dining Room at Stafford’s Perry Hotel (open seasonally).

83. Stroll the Petoskey, Charlevoix and Harbor Springs Marinas. 84. Visit Deer Park in Harbor Springs.

85. Tour the U.S.C.G.C. Icebreaker Mackinaw in Mackinaw City (themackinaw.org).

86. Kids can catch and release fish at the waterfront in Petoskey.

87. Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center holds performances year round(harboraha.org).

88. Take in the views in our adirondack chairs at Stafford’s Bay View Inn, Crooked River Lodge or Perry Hotel.

89. Visit Cross Village and eat at the famous Legs Inn, a Polish restaurant.

90. Explore Wilderness State Park (wildernessstatepark.net).

91. Play of game of croquet on the lawn at Stafford’s Bay View Inn.

92. Take a tour of Maple Moon Family Sugary and sample some of their homemade treats (mmsyrup.com).

93. Sturgeon River Pottery offers a great selection of homemade pottery and gifts, and they make it right in the store (sturgeonriver.com).

94. Catch a sunrise over the Crooked River.

95. Gather the family and take them to the kid-friendly park in downtown Alanson.

96. Enjoy a Kilwin’s ice cream cone in downtown Petoskey, Charlevoix or Harbor Springs.

97. Boyne City has shops, restaurants and events all summer.

98. Discover Geocaching in our area (geocaching.com).

99. Skip stones on the shores of Little Traverse Bay.

100. Petoskey is known as the “Land of the Million Dollar Sunsets.”

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September Fridays & Saturdays: Live Entertainment (8 to 11 pm) - Noggin Room 1: Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk (mackinacbridge.org) 4: 6th Annual Golf Fore Manna (mannafoodproject.org) 5-6: Hopps of Fun Beer & Wine Festival (mackinawcity.com) 9: Tuesday Wine Tasting (5:30 to 7 pm) - Stafford’s Pier Restaurant 20: 16th Annual Bay Harbor Home Tour (bayharbor.com) 20: 21st Annual Taste of Harbor Springs (harborspringschamber.com) 24: PubStumpers Trivia League (6:30 to 8 pm) - Noggin Room Pub 25: Before the “Hole in the Ground” Program (petoskeymuseum.org) 27: Friske Farm Market Harvest Festival (friske.com) 27: Historic Homes Tour (petoskeymuseum.org) 27: Little Traverse Half Marathon & 10K Run/Walk (outiftterharborsprings.com) 28: Castle Farms Harvest Festival (castlefarms.com) October Fridays & Saturdays: Live Entertainment (8 to 11 pm) - Noggin Room Saturdays & Sundays: Pond Hill Fall Festival Weekends (pondhill.com) Wednesdays: PubStumpers Trivia League (6:30 to 8 pm) - Noggin Room Pub 4: Downtown Petoskey Shopping Scramble (petoskeydowntown.com) 4: Boyne City Harvest Festival (boynechamber.com) 4: Little Traverse Lighthouse Tour (harborspringshistory.org) 4: Great Lakes Glass Pumpkin Patch (threepinesstudio.com) 4 & 11: Friske Farm Market Apple Fest (friske.com) 10-12: 36th Annual Charlevoix Apple Festival (charlevoix.org) 14: Tuesday Wine Tasting (5:30 to 7 pm) - Stafford’s Pier Restaurant 17 - 24: Petoskey Restaurant Week (petoskeyrestaurantweek.com) 25: Downtown Petoskey Trick or Treat (petoskeydowntown.com) 31: Trick or Trunk in the Village (bayharbor.com)

November Fridays & Saturdays: Live Entertainment (8 to 11 pm) - Noggin Room 1: Murder Mystery Dinner (6 to 9 pm) - Stafford’s Bay View Inn 5, 12, 19: PubStumpers Trivia League (6:30 to 8 pm) - Noggin Room 11: Tuesday Wine Tasting (5:30 to 7 pm) - Stafford’s Pier Restaurant 27: Thanksgiving at Stafford’s (staffords.com) 29: Stafford’s Annual Downtown Petoskey Holiday Parade (10 am)

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