One of the nice things about visiting the U.P. after labor day is that many of the tourist traps have already closed for the season. As a result, we got a little taste of what life is like for the yoopers year-round. This photo is of a local bar in Paradise, Michigan.
Prom King and Queen on the wall of a little book store, Munising, MI.
Our U.P. adventure started in Petoskey, up to Mackinac Island, and Grand Marais. The pier in Grand Marias is so desolate, alone on Lake Superior. I was glad Chris wore red that day 🙂
Carvings on the pier and the unbelievably clear water of Lake Superior.
Chris and I accompanied by a little dog walking the pier in Petoskey.
Chris napping on the beach in Petoskey.
Bike rental shop on Mackinac Island.
We rode our bikes around the island twice, a total of 20 miles!