The Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area, or KISMA, is offering a new incentive. On Aug. 3, 8 and 10 participants can turn in their barberry plants, roots and all, at various locations in the area (full schedule below). In exchange for the invasive ornamental plants, KISMA will be ...
SKANEE — It was a day of firsts for Finns Bar and Grills’ 2024 Fishing Tournament in the Skanee area Saturday. The new bar owners hosted the tournament for the first time and a first-time participant won two top prizes. Buck and Cassie Marcotte bought Finns Bar and Grill last ...
CALUMET — Children from the Keweenaw area get to learn fishing skills and gain conservation knowledge in the free joint program between the Keweenaw National Historical Park and the Calumet-Keweenaw Sportsmen’s Club. The club applied for and received a grant from the Park Service to ...
Thimbleberries are one of the many tasty treasures the U.P. has to offer. These small red fruits, which look like a mini version of raspberries, are found in many places in Northern Michigan. The Keweenaw is no exception. The sweet fruits are filled with antioxidants, and can be found at Prince’s Point, Hungarian Falls and many other secluded locations in the area. The berries can be eaten straight off the bush, but it’s recommended that you wash them before consuming. Whether you’re eating them fresh or turning them into jams and jellies, thimbleberries have plenty of health ...
The 2024 Keweenaw Chain Drive Festival will be held June 15, during BridgeFest weekend. Registration is free, and both runners and bikers are welcome to sign up! Registration closed midnight on June 14. This year, the festival will be done in a poker-run style, where runners and riders will collect chips along their routes. The chips will be turned in once they finish the race. Whomever has the best poker hand will win various prize packages. There will be additional prizes for the top five participants in the Men’s, Women’s, and Under 18 categories. Riders can choose between the ...
The Copper Country is teeming with trail systems and access points to explore our natural surroundings. Between state natural areas, parks and national forests, there is a long list of trail systems, many maintained by nonprofit organizations or dedicated volunteers. The Boundary Road ...
