Gaylord’s Winter Dining Wonderland

Posted on December 23rd, 2020

Our local restaurants have carry out and delivery down to a science and we hope you’ll take the time to sample Gaylord’s many culinary wonders. Mix it up a little and experience the creative outdoor dining that’s taking our Alpine Village to a whole new level! Snowbelt Brewing Company W…

Snow Days in Gaylord, Michigan

Posted on November 30th, 2020

Plan your snow days while we’re waiting for more of the white stuff to fall! What will your wide-open winter look like in Gaylord, Michigan? Let us walk you through the next few months in our winter wonderland… Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing
Treetops Resort and the Ots…

Give Winter a Break

Posted on February 20th, 2020

By Christy Walcott I’m here to bring you a simple reminder – it’s not springtime yet! I know once March rolls around we all start getting anxious for the snow to melt and the trees to start budding. But why rush winter on its way? We still have a few more weeks to enjoy the white s…

Valentine’s Day Trifecta – Snowshoes, the Spa and Squid

Posted on February 1st, 2020

By Christy Walcott Even if you prefer nontraditional or more personalized date options, when it comes to Valentine’s Day, you want to do it up right! I’m talking roses, candlelit dinners and the type of gift that comes in a perfectly wrapped and ribbon-adorned box. This holiday br…

7 Unexpected Reasons to Visit Gaylord, Michigan

Posted on December 23rd, 2019

By Christy Walcott Is it time to start planning your next Michigan vacation? In a state overflowing with sparkling lakes, clear rivers, untamed wilderness, an assortment of themed festivals, unique attractions and unending charm around every turn, choosing just one location can be a daun…

Why You Need to Go Winter Rafting When Visiting Gaylord, Michigan

Posted on December 9th, 2019

By Christy Walcott Before you shake your head and say “no way!” to winter rafting, let’s clear one thing up from the get-go: NO, YOU WILL NOT GET WET! This is a guided trip with experienced professionals calling the shots. If you’ve ever been spilled out of your kayak or ca…

Gaylord – The Snowshoe Capitol of the Lower Peninsula

Posted on February 6th, 2019

By Jim DuFresne I learned to snowshoe on a golf course while attending Michigan State University. I learned right away that I was way overdressed and that it was important to spread your feet a bit to avoid tripping over the tails of the snowshoes. The beauty of snowshoeing is the simplicity of i…

So What’s with the White Stuff in Gaylord?

Posted on January 15th, 2019

The Skinny on Gaylord’s Snow from Jim Keysor of the National Weather Service There are myriad ways our region stands out, though our most well-known attribute may just be the heaping helping of white stuff we receive each winter. And we mean lots of snow— the fluffiest, most amazing kind of s…

Welcome to Otsego Lake, where anything’s possible anywhere

Posted on January 4th, 2019

Out See Go
By Chris Engle, contributor It was a normal, chilly morning on Otsego Lake Dec. 15 when a fish thumped the rod I’d been jigging. I was after walleye and this felt exactly like one, as the heavy, pulsing tugs bent my rod in a sharp arc. Fishing in only 4 feet of water at the north end of the lake, th…

Your Winter To-Do List

Posted on December 31st, 2018

By Christy Walcott I used to hibernate on the couch under a blanket all winter, but in recent years, I’ve had the yearning to get out and find a way to embrace this snow-covered landscape I call home. One of the biggest drawbacks to me has always been the fear of being COLD. Ick. No one like…