(906) 292-5424 W 4467 US-2, Moran, MI 49760 WEBSITE Since 1978 Gustafson’s Smoked Fish has been doing just that, smoking Michigan fish to perfection. And speaking of savory, they also have a selection of jerky that would make any land mammal a bit nervous. Heck, They even have just about everything else you’ll need to survive, thrive and feel alive …
Sea Shell City
(231) 627-2066 7075 E Levering Rd, Cheboygan, MI 49721 WEBSITE We’ve been driving by it for years … but we finally decided to stop at She Shell City … no, it’s Sea Sell shi … hold on … I better go practice this. Well, you almost heard right … It’s Sea Shell City (try saying that three times fast) and …
Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm
(231) 920-7085 4907 River Rd, Frankfort, MI 49635 WEBSITE Now if you’re wondering what the heck these exotic animals are, they’re the illusive alpaca. Well, actually they’re pretty common in this neck of the woods thanks to The Crystal Lake Alpaca Farm. And speaking of necks … these awesome animals appear to have ample. Chris Nelson is the pied piper …
Horton Bay General Store
(231) 582-7827 5115 Boyne City Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712 WEBSITE You know usually when we tell you about a great historic place where you can shop, eat and sleep … we’re talking about an entire town. Well, this time it’s a general store that’s that … and a whole lot more. If walls could talk, this place would be …
Leon & LuLu
248-288-3600 96 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017 WEBSITE If you’re wondering what’s cool in Clawson these days … well, lots … but the first thing we did when we got to town was check in with Leon & Lulu. And therefore you will too. Leon and Lulu is a cool and funky lifestyle store where you’ll find everything …
Beaver Island Toy Museum & Store, The
(231) 448-2480 37970 Michigan Ave, Beaver Island, MI 49782 WEBSITE No matter how old you are … you’ve still got a kid inside you … well, if you wanna let that kid “out” for a while … you gotta walk “in” here. When you walk into The Beaver Island Toy Museum you’ll think you’re dreaming … dreaming of when toys …
Preuss Pets
(517) 339-1762 1127 N Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48906 WEBSITE If you’re looking for a zoological paradise where you can purchase some pretty cool pets … Preuss Pets in Lansing’s Old town is the perfect place to peruse. Not only is it Michigan’s largest family owned pet store … Its probably on of the most awesome places you’ll ever go …
Herman’s Boy
(616) 866-2900 220 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341 www.hermansboy.com When you first walk into Herman’s Boy, it can be overwhelming. It’s 5 unique businesses all rolled into one, with one family making it all happen. I’m telling ya this place had a little bit of everything we needed … and everything looked good. Jeff Havemeier is son number one …
Robinson’s Scenic Gardens
(231) 258-2459 7350 US-131, Mancelona, MI 49659 So, we started our trip on 131just north of Kalkaska, and before we even got up to speed, we found something cool in three … two … what the heck is this place? This crazy concrete statuary is full of everything and anything you’ve ever seen (or might wanna see) made outa cement. …
Old Town General Store, The
(517) 487-6847 408 E. Grand River, Lansing, MI 48906 www.oldtown-generalstore.com You know, back in the day, every town in America had a general store, but not so much any more. Well, here in Old Town, there’s a brand new old general store. Wait … I’m confused. Lansing’s Old Town is a place where young people are opening businesses and redefining …