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Steve is joined by Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, and storyteller, famously known as the guy who holds the record for getting lost on the back roads of Michigan.
Ron shares the best fall events and family-friendly adventures across the state, from apple picking at Spicer Orchards in Hartland, to owl adventures at Kensington Metropark in Milford, and the Harvest Festival with pygmy goats in Byron Center. He also highlights Michigan’s most thrilling Halloween experiences, including the nationally recognized Erebus Haunted Attraction in Pontiac and Meadow Brook Hall’s Lumber Baron Mansion tour in Rochester.
For those seeking non-Halloween fun, Ron covers the Grand Rapids Tattoo Festival, bowfishing at Mitchell State Park in Cadillac, and the Eastern Market Fall Beer Festival in Detroit, with a rumored Pumpkin Spice Beer for the adventurous.
He also gives a shoutout to Home Depot, offering free skilled trades classes, helping people learn hands-on skills that build real careers. Ron’s guide makes it easy to plan the perfect fall weekend, whether you’re looking for family fun, spooky thrills, or unique local experiences.
Visit MichiganBackRoads.com to find your next adventure!
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Steve is joined by Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, and storyteller, famously known as the guy who holds the record for getting lost on the back roads of Michigan.
Ron shares the best fall events and family-friendly adventures across the state, from apple picking at Spicer Orchards in Hartland, to owl adventures at Kensington Metropark in Milford, and the Harvest Festival with pygmy goats in Byron Center. He also highlights Michigan’s most thrilling Halloween experiences, including the nationally recognized Erebus Haunted Attraction in Pontiac and Meadow Brook Hall’s Lumber Baron Mansion tour in Rochester.
For those seeking non-Halloween fun, Ron covers the Grand Rapids Tattoo Festival, bowfishing at Mitchell State Park in Cadillac, and the Eastern Market Fall Beer Festival in Detroit, with a rumored Pumpkin Spice Beer for the adventurous.
He also gives a shoutout to Home Depot, offering free skilled trades classes, helping people learn hands-on skills that build real careers. Ron’s guide makes it easy to plan the perfect fall weekend, whether you’re looking for family fun, spooky thrills, or unique local experiences.
Visit MichiganBackRoads.com to find your next adventure!

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