Pleasant Peninsula with O.W. Root

What’s the secret to a great beach experience? Not saving it for once a year. O.W. explains how to enjoy the beach all summer, by preparing your mind and snack bag. Plus, welcome to High Island, one of the deserted places that dot Northern Lake Michigan. As he relives his tour, he shares the fascinating history of the settlement, and why no one lives there anymore.

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O.W. takes us to Beaver Island, where if you arrive too late into the evening, your options for a meal aren’t just limited, they’re none-existent. But that lack of modern convenience is what makes it special, and appealing only to the tough. Plus, a can’t miss guide for anyone visiting the U.P.. You probably won’t die if you don’t take his travel advice, but you may wish you had after you see what you’ll miss.

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O.W. joins from under an umbrella as the rain managed to hold off for a beautiful Fourth of July weekend, but let loose a deluge on Sunday. And if you’re ever in the mood for a road trip to one of those creatively-named Michigan towns or villages, might we suggest Aloha. It’s not just a name, or is it?

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There’s a sure fire way to tell who’s a tourist and who isn’t, and you don’t even need your eyes — just listen for the honking! Here’s some advice: relax, you’re on vacation. And if you want to getaway because your northern town is overrun by out-of-towners, why not head to the most well-kept secret in Michigan - The Garden Peninsula?

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Besides the mercury heading off the charts overnight, another sure sign of summer are folks who park a boat in their driveway in anticipation for the weekend. Some look down upon such behavior, but not O.W. Root. Plus, you’ve probably seen your share of sunsets, but how often do you wake up to see the sunrise? They’re totally different vibes, yet mirrors of each other.

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Midges, mayflies - call them what you want. They’re extremely annoying, yet necessary part of nature. They can quickly turn a day at the beach into a Hitchcock-inspired horror movie. And let’s face it, our airports are lousy. But have you ever flown out of a super small one? There’s a certain airport up north that’s so cozy, you almost feel like you’re flying private.

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Have you ever taken a photo of a foggy morning only to see the air much clearer than you remember? Digital or otherwise, that moisture in the air is much more visible to your naked eye than film. So what else can we say the same about? If you’re looking for a place that’s like stepping back in time, O.W. suggests you stop by the Legs Inn if you’re even remotely close to Cross Village. The carvings blending both Polish and Native American culture are worth the trip alone. The food is excellent too.

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O.W. highlights the digital dystopia our children are living through these days and suggests a simple remedy - kick them outside. Let them use their imaginations, not their phones. But it takes real effort from both the child and the parent. Plus, lilacs aren’t just a sign of spring up north. They tell a story.

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When you were a kid, you probably ranked the playgrounds in your neighborhood. And all you parents out there, you have your favorites too. Well, O.W. has his own rankings, and he’ll share the one with the best lake view. Plus, did you know the Upper Peninsula has its very own chocolate bar? Never heard of it? That’s because you can’t buy it anywhere but up there.

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Spring is accelerating. The signs are all around us. Very soon the sweltering heat of summer will be upon us, but first a few more days of seesaw temps with sweater weather quickly followed by beach attire. And do you know why we have sea stacks in the U.P.? O.W. explains why it has to do with an ancient body of water. Ever heard of Lake Algonquin?

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