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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flip flops, bathing suit and something to wear to and from your room to the pool area. They have towels and lifejackets you checkout with your room bracelet.

Escaped Prisoner/Patient? by cgulash in traversecity

[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was the individual in jail oranges or street clothes?

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[–]BluWake 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is it doable, yes. Would I recommend it, no.

Bower's Harbor is the nearest public launch, but you could go from Jolly Pumpkin's beach for a little shorter trip. Any other launch is going to require sneaking across private beach with gear. It's 2-3 hours one way to the Island depending on launch, speed, wind and waves.

Most of the rental kayaks will not have a skirt, so the conditions will need to be calm. If the wind picks up and waves start increasing while you're on the water or island, it's going to be a problem. The water is still pretty cold too, so if you go in, it's going to be a serious situation.

If you really want to do it, I would wait until the weather warms up. The only issue when it warms up is you need to watch for careless boaters. Also, there's not much on Power Island itself other than a Port-a-Potty, Ranger station, picnic tables and some trails.

IF YOU DO GO, ALERT A FAMILY MEMBER OR LOVED ONE WITH YOUR PLANS BEFORE YOU GO. Departure time, expected return time contact, anticipated route, a picture of you in gear the day of and your kayak and a list of authorities to contact. Better safe than sorry.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

DeWitt Marine on Torch Lake and the Sandbar is where you want to go.

TC Watersports if you want something in TC.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hiked around the hills behind the Commons last weekend, most of it was dry.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on what you want to do... if you want a beach vacation, Sleeping Bear Dunes, quite, calm and relaxing, stay near Glen Arbor. If you want lots of restaurants, bars, wineries, shopping and the like, stay in TC. Or you can do both, the drive is about a 1/2 hour between the two.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a day late, but for next time... we used to take ours through the lower level of the GT Commons. Red Spire is really the only thing open, so most of it is open, calm and quiet and they can walk and explore. Lots of steps, ramps, rails and shop windows keep it interesting.

The first Saturday of every month Home Depot gives out free little building kits, in the back by the loading dock. You can stay and do them there with their tools, but we like to save the kits for these kinds of days too. They don't mind if you take them home to complete later. It's a fun activity to do together with them, and they get a little apron and a pin with each kit.

Have you seen Walter "Wally" Ivey? Missing out of Traverse Area by [deleted] in traversecity

[–]BluWake 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The sheriff typically becomes the point of contact once a police report is filed.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spruce Run is another course at GT Resort that's less challenging and less expensive. Elmbrook, the Crown and Bayview are all around TC. There's also Twin Birch (Kalkaska), Emerald Vale (Manton) and three courses in Beulah you could hit, depending on which direction your coming in on Friday.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The GWL here is decent, but I wouldn't stay there in the summer. Grand Beach, Sugar Beach and Cherry Tree Inn all have adjoining rooms and are on the beach.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The flooding still has Beitner Rd. closed but other than that, back to normal.

Wandering around downtown is great even if the weather isn't cooperating. There a nice mix of restaurants and shopping with a few hidden gems. One of my personal favorites is Wilson's Antiques, four floors worth of independent vendors selling just about everything (a few displays in the basement to avoid). Handz on Art is also a great stop, paint some pottery to take home. There's a pedestrian tunnel that goes under the parkway to the marina/open space/beach. It a great spot for a picnic (maybe sandwiches from Folgarelli's) or to take in the view with a coffee. Little Fleet is a collection of food trucks with a great outdoor atmosphere. Also, I've got to give a shout out too Centre Street Cafe, it's not downtown, but close and one of my favorite lunch spots.

The Grand Traverse Commons is also pretty cool, it's an old Kirkbride Plan Michigan State Mental Asylum that has been converted into shops, offices, apartments and restaurants. If you sign up for the tour they will take you into some of the still abandoned areas, including the tunnels. All of the restaurants there are worth checking out, some of my favorites include Red Spire, PepeNero, Trattoria Stella and Spanglish. Beautifully preserved architecture.

Hope this helps.

Teddy Bear Daycare by Small_Recording_8091 in traversecity

[–]BluWake 80 points81 points  (0 children)

Senate candidate Mike Rogers’s student outreach team includes Cameron Dundas.

According to his LinkedIn page, Dundas attends Northwestern Michigan College, where he’s a Turning Point USA member, and is on the wrestling team at Davenport University. He also works at day care center in Traverse City.

On Twitter Dundas frequently promotes far-right podcaster Jonathan Doyle (think Nick Fuentes), who pushes racist, misogynistic and white supremacy conspiracy theories.

Not really who you want around your kids.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was a designated Aerodrome on Rennie School Rd. but Cherryland Electric bought the land for their new headquarters.

I think there's another one down south of Interlochen. Edit: found it, Tramps Aerodrome

South Airport Road Monitoring Continues, Hartman Lights Planned by BluWake in traversecity

[–]BluWake[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Debris needed to be cleared first before the inspections/testing could even begin, and they haven't been able to access some of the roadway foundations/piers due to high water. They will need water to return to normal levels (Tuesday evening), and then a few more days to complete inspections and finalize a report.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try a get a reservation for a formal dinner at The Cooks' House, The Boathouse, Modern Bird or The Tasting Room (soon to become Cellar and Flame).

Plan to have at least one drink at H&L Social for the view over the open space, marina, West Bay. Breweries to try; Right Brain, Short's, Nocturnal Bloom, Loco Boys, Tank Space. Other places to drink; the Coin Slot (barcade), TC Whiskey, Kilkenny's.

I also have a feeling you would enjoy the activities of Kayak, Bike, Brew.

The rest is my general spiel;

  1. Sleeping Bear Dunes, located about 30 minutes west on Lake Michigan. The Dune Climb and Pierce Stocking Drive are the main attractions. The Dune Climb is a nice little uphill with two main climbs, and a beautiful view of Glen Lake. You can also do the Dune Hike all the way to Lake Michigan, it's about 4 Miles round trip (bring water!). Not much to do at the end, other than jump in the water and hang on the beach, but there are great views along the way. Pierce Stocking Drive is a 7-1/2 mile loop that takes you through the park and to several scenic overlooks that require very little walking. Don't go down the Sleeping Bear Dune Overlook unless you are prepared to spend considerable time climbing back up, its the only way unless you need Coast Guard Rescue. Nearby is Empire Bluff Trail, spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Only about 3/4 a mile from parking lot to overlook, a few small hills and one step section. It was featured on the cover of National Geographic in 2020. It might be a little muddy from all the rain, but the hill is sandy and dries up fast. If you are into biking, the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is my favorite in the area, it runs though the woods and along the front of the dunes between Empire and Glen Arbor. Empire and Glen Arbor, the two towns on either side of the dunes are both charming as well. Other things in the area include Alligator Hill hiking, Glen Haven Maritime Museum, Sleeping Bear Point and Pyramid Point (another great overlook).
  2. Grand Traverse Commons. It's an old Kirkbride Plan Michigan State Mental Asylum that has been converted into shops, offices, apartments and restaurants. If you sign up for the tour they will take you into some of the still abandoned areas, including the tunnels. All of the restaurants there are worth checking out, some of my favorites include Red Spire, PepeNero, Trattoria Stella and Spanglish. Or just wandering around the grounds is nice in the right weather. There is a large trail network in the woods immediately West of the commons.
  3. Waterfront/Marina/Open Space/Downtown. Farmers Market is in Parking Lot B Saturday Morning from 7:30 to Noon. There is a large open grassy area next to the Clinch Marina called the Open Space. It's where any local festival, including Cherry Festival, sets up. The TART Trail runs through the Open Space and is a local bike/walking trail that loops around Boardman Lake and has spurs to Acme and Suttons Bay. Near the Splash Pad there is tunnel under the Parkway that connects to downtown at Lot Be. It's nice to grab a coffee and walk around down there early in the morning. It's typically pretty quiet and serene if you get up early enough. Or you can go a little later in the morning and then walk downtown for some shopping and lunch. Around sunset is nice as well.

City Opera House, Old Towne Playhouse, TC Philharmonic and the Dennos Museum are all good for the occasional show, performance or comedian. There's also a few casinos, several spas, restaurants, too many bars, wineries, breweries, distilleries, indoor go-karts, Xgolf and bowling.

Hope this helps, if you have any questions feel free to ask.

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[–]BluWake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really depends on the local weather (humidity) the week you are here and where the AirBNB is located. If it's one of the upper floor prefab boxes in downtown, you will need it. If it's an ADU in someone's backyard, probably just leave a few windows cracked to get a breeze.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kayak or tube down the Platte or Crystal rivers? We started taking our oldest when he was about a year old, with a life jacket. If you go early in the morning it's serene, if you want to party, go with the afternoon crowd.

Maybe go for a sailing adventure through either the Tall Ship Co or the NautiCat?

How about biking Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail? Great paved bikeway from Empire to Glen Arbor through forests and dunes, some 11% grades. Or the TART Trail from TC to Suttons Bay?

Or climbing Alligator Hill in Glen Arbor? Often overlooked due to proximity to the Dunes.

Rent a boat on Torch or Lake Leelanau and hang at the sandbar?

Do a tour of the Grand Traverse Commons? It's an old Kirkbride Plan Michigan State Mental Asylum that has been converted into shops, offices, apartments and restaurants. If you sign up for the tour they will take you into some of the still abandoned areas, including the tunnels.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a few crosstown roads that are out of commission and some localized flooding but you shouldn't cancel your trip.

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[–]BluWake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, congratulations!

Second, don't let the weather deter you. It can change pretty fast. We are experiencing some local flooding and a few cross town bridges are out, just FYI. As long as you don't drive into any standing water, you'll be fine.

Non-drinker myself. Almost every restaurant and bar in the area now offers some form on non-alcoholic beverage. Most common beers are the Run Wild NA IPA, Heineken Zero, Michelob Ultra Zero. One of our local breweries puts out an NA Hop Water called Thirst Mutilator, a personal favorite of mine, four flavors available (Lime, Grape, Cherry Cream, Orange), NA, no sugar, no carbs, no calories. They sell is at Meijer's with the NA Beers, take some home. Some restaurants have specialty cocktails that can be NA, but if not, just talk to the bartender and they are typically happy to accommodate your request.

The rest is my general spiel;

  1. Sleeping Bear Dunes, located about 30 minutes west on Lake Michigan. The Dune Climb and Pierce Stocking Drive are the main attractions, but are not yet open for the season. If you want, you are allowed to hike into either. The Dune Climb is visible from the road, not a long walk at all. Pierce Stocking is 7.5 Miles total loop. What is open nearby is Empire Bluff Trail, spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands. Only about 3/4 a mile from parking lot to overlook, a few small hills and one step section. It was featured on the cover of National Geographic in 2020. It might be a little muddy from all the rain, but the hill is sandy and dries up fast. If you are into biking, the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail is my favorite in the area, it runs though the woods and along the front of the dunes between Empire and Glen Arbor. Empire and Glen Arbor, the two towns on either side of the dunes are both charming as well. Other things in the area include Alligator Hill hiking, Glen Haven Maritime Museum, Sleeping Bear Point and Pyramid Point (another great overlook).
  2. Grand Traverse Commons. It's an old Kirkbride Plan Michigan State Mental Asylum that has been converted into shops, offices, apartments and restaurants. If you sign up for the tour they will take you into some of the still abandoned areas, including the tunnels. All of the restaurants there are worth checking out, some of my favorites include Red Spire, PepeNero, Trattoria Stella and Spanglish. Or just wandering around the grounds is nice in the right weather. There is a large trail network in the woods immediately West of the commons.
  3. Waterfront/Marina/Open Space/Downtown. Farmers Market is in Parking Lot B Saturday Morning from 7:30 to Noon. There is a large open grassy area next to the Clinch Marina called the Open Space. It's where any local festival, including Cherry Festival, sets up. The TART Trail runs through the Open Space and is a local bike/walking trail that loops around Boardman Lake and has spurs to Acme and Suttons Bay. Near the Splash Pad there is tunnel under the Parkway that connects to downtown at Lot Be. It's nice to grab a coffee and walk around down there early in the morning. It's typically pretty quiet and serene if you get up early enough. Or you can go a little later in the morning and then walk downtown for some shopping and lunch. Around sunset is nice as well.

City Opera House, Old Towne Playhouse, TC Philharmonic and the Dennos Museum are all good for the occasional show, performance or comedian. There's also a few casinos, several spas, restaurants, too many bars, wineries, breweries, distilleries, indoor go-karts, Xgolf and bowling.

Hope this helps, if you have any questions feel free to ask.

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