ALL WAYS TO EXPLORE
IN CADILLAC, MICHIGAN
Nature is calling you to explore ALL WAYS CADILLAC…our rolling, forest-covered hills, ample rivers, diverse lakes, and varied trails all interconnect and span for miles and miles of fun.
When the sunsets are earlier and hang on the rim, the autumn leaves begin to turn with vivid reds and golds coloring the river valleys and forests. With over 500,000 acres of National Forest, our late September thru October Color Tours are a must-see, a ‘bucket list’ item for sure. The Cadillac region is also the geographic center of Michigan and boasts the highest elevation in the state. The shifting winds across Lake Michigan keep the winter white on our trails and ski hills longer, and freeze our lakes earlier than most. Skiers, snowmobilers, cross-country skiers, ice fishermen… they all co-exist in our region.
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MILES OF MULTI-USE 4 SEASON TRAILS
GOLF COURSES WITHIN 20 MINUTES OF DOWNTOWN
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CADILLAC EVENTS
All year-round Cadillac draws crowds for its events and festivals, with live music, vintage cars, craft beer, and even better company. Our central location in Northern Michigan makes our town the perfect spot to gather and celebrate all there is to love about Michigan. So grab your friends and head our way. We are cooking up some great events for the coming year!
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Manton Area Chamber 13th Annual Fishing Derby Raffle
The fishing derby will be a shotgun start at 12:01 am on Saturday, April 27th. Raffle will be held at the Command Center at Lake Billings on Sunday, April 28th at 3:00pm. Buy your tickets at: Fox Ford Betten Baker Mason Lodge 331 City of Manton Lutke Welding Lutke Forest Products Three Oh Eight Jay's Sporting Goods J&D Marine Bostick's Drug Store All Ways Welding Mel's Mini Mart Cast Iron Kitchen Latitude 44 Pilgrim's Village Must have a ticket to…
Beginners Bass Fishing
Bass Fishing for Beginners Clinic. Class starts at 10am at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center. The OSA Pro-Staff will be presenting various strategies and techniques for chasing Northern Michigan Bass. Recreation Passport is Required for entry into the park. Free to bring your own gear. This clinic will cover a wide range of techniques for pursuing both Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, but will focus on the use of various plastic presentations, including Texas Rigging, Carolina Rigging, Tube…
Cadillac Earth Day Celebration
Come celebrate Earth Day in the park! We will have free trees for kids, educational activities, vendors, music, and more!
Music of the Civil War
Enjoy a night with Frank Youngman, the musician and artist behind the Sound Garden! The Wexford County Historical Society will be open at 6:30pm with the presentation starting at 7pm. The presentation is free, but donations are very much appreciated. Make sure to check out the Wexford County Historical Society Facebook page for any updates to the event.
18th Annual Jeep Blessing
1 day only1 Blessing From God5 fun off-road courses 30 plus vendors and sponsors2000 plus Jeeps5000 plus Jeep enthusiasts What more can any Jeeper want?We Understand because it is a Jeep Thing!Event Entry: $5.00 per person (16yrs old and up) – Free entry for children under 16 yrs oldWe sell commemorative "I WAS BLESSED" shirtsDrivers Course: $20.00 per driver for ALL road course entries
Cadillac Amateur Radio and Computer Swap
Amateur radio, computer and related electronics items for sale. Testing for all classes of Amateur Radio Licenses. Tables available, $12.00. See web site www.wexaukeearc.org for table reservations. Free parking. Food available on site.
Fly Fishing Clinic
Beginners Fly Fishing Clinic. Class starts at 10am at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center. The OSA Pro-Staff will be presenting the basics of Fly Fishing. Including demonstrations and instruction for various Fly Casts, instruction in Fly selection based on target species. Classroom session will last from 10am-2pm and after that class will move outside to the Canal for hands on portion of the class. Cost for the Class is $25.00. You can register for the class at…
Spring Concert – Cadillac Area Symphony Orchestra
The Cadillac Area Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the tenth anniversary of its "Locally Grown" series with soloists Brielan Anderson (tuba), soprano Maureen Carlson, mezzo-soprano Kristin (Tatarchuk) Dauphinais, soprano Addy Sterrett, and soprano Kathy Wheeler. The event will feature an eclectic mix of classical and musical theater pieces by these talented musicians who have performed nationally and internationally, but who all have local roots. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students and can be purchased at the door or…
Mushroom Festival
Spring brings GREAT things like Mothers Day, Steelhead Fishing, Beautiful flowers, and Woodland surprises such as tasteful morel mushrooms. Mesick Michigan is the mushroom capital in the united states! Come enjoy our adventurous fun filled days, for people of all ages. Carnival rides for the thrill seekers, crafts and hobbies or stroll through the Flea Market to find the treasures your hunting for. Ball games for the players, and several contest for mushroom hunters. See website for details and daily…
Wildflower Photography Workshop by Tom Haxby
Come learn how to shoot better photos from a world renowned photographer. This is a two day class will have both classroom and field experience. The class will go through how to set your camera, shoot photos, and edit photos. We will start out by going over equipment and setting your camera up. We will than hit the road and take to the field to take photos of wildflowers and other wildlife we may come across. You will want to…
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