ALL WAYS

EXPLORING SPRING

Spring in Cadillac invites you to explore a trail, cast a line, or take to the links. Beginning in March, Cadillac outdoor recreation morphs into a new land of opportunity, beckoning Jeepers to get some mud on the tires.

SPRING HAS SPRUNG

In late March as the days get longer, avid river goers pile into the local liveries to get the season’s first river bank mud on their shoes, officially kicking off the canoeing and kayaking season on the Manistee, Pine River and Pere Marquette. Bicyclists and Motorcyclists shed their layers to take in the fresh air and witness spring blooming along our 200+ miles of trails and scenic roadways. Anglers begin casting for our coveted Steelhead, Trout and Salmon.

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Making Maple Syrup in Northern Michigan

by Joe Baker | April 2, 2022 | Out In The Middle Of Everywhere, Spring | 0 Comments

Spring is here! The birds are singing, suns shining, temperatures are rising and sap is running. It's maple syrup season out here in northern Michigan and we’re getting after it! My family has been making syrup in the Cadillac area for 50 years! From the time I could...

It’s Springtime in Cadillac, Michigan!

by CAVB Staff | May 15, 2021 | Cadillac Stories, Spring | 0 Comments

Now that the cold winter is coming to an end, the sunny spring season is just beginning! Cadillac’s beautiful nature and scenery can be appreciated with countless activities around the area. Whether you are downtown, in a park, or on a golf course, the ability to...

Walking the Clam River Greenway

by Nate Houk | October 28, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Hiking Trails, Spring, Trails, Parks & Water | 0 Comments

The Clam River Greenway is a 1.6 mile paved trail that takes visitors from the CASA soccer fields to a couple Lake Cadillac trails. The trail is 10 feet wide and covers multiple boardwalks, bridges, and snakes with the Clam River through its entirety. "Walking and...

Explore the Cadillac Heritage Trail

by Nate Houk | October 28, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Spring, Trails, Parks & Water | 0 Comments

Cadillac Heritage Trail is a 3.5-mile nature trail managed by Mitchell State Park. It can be accessed from the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center. The benefits of hiking are well documented, showing that seniors who hike regularly experience: Improved...

Gobble, gobble… Spring is upon us; turkey hunting season is here

by Dylan Cook | April 26, 2019 | Cadillac Stories, Hunting and Fishing, Spring | 4 Comments

We are, in my opinion, in the “good ole days” of turkey hunting. It may be hard to believe, but not too long ago the wild turkey hunting season was unimaginably different. In the late 1970’s, according to Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources, a hunter had only a...

Out & About, Steelhead on the Move

by Dave Foley | April 23, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Hunting and Fishing, Out and About with Dave Foley, Spring | 0 Comments

By Dave Foley Rivers like the Pere Marquette, as well as the Big and Little Manistee, get a little crowded after Labor Day as thousands of salmon leave Lake Michigan to push up these steams to spawn. From late August until September king and coho salmon dominate the...

Take a 5 Day Golf Trip to Cadillac, Michigan

by CAVB Staff | April 23, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Golfing, Spring | 0 Comments

There are eight dynamic courses within 30 minutes of Cadillac. While each offers a unique golfing experience, they share the special beauty that is unique to this area, feature well-cared for courses and friendly, welcoming service. Each course is easily accessible...

Out and About, 7 Top Running Routes in Cadillac

by Dave Foley | April 16, 2018 | Cadillac Stories, Out and About with Dave Foley, Spring, Trails, Parks & Water | 2 Comments

By Dave Foley: Tired of running the same old routes? If you’re visiting Cadillac you can go out every day for a week, never run the same route twice and start each run within five miles of downtown. #1 Keith McKellop Walkway (2 Miles) Probably the best known is the...

EARLY SEASON GOLF IN CADILLAC

As temperatures rise into the 50's it marks the beginning golf season, welcoming golfers who have patiently endured the winter months to get back to the greens.

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