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EXPLORING CADILLAC
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Cadillac Stories
Nature is calling you to come Explore Your Way… our rolling forest-covered hills, ample rivers, diverse lakes, and varied trails all interconnect and span for miles and miles of fun. Our authors share stories and insights from the local perspective.
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CADILLAC ACTIVITIES
A to Z with Caddy: S is for Seasons
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A to Z with Caddy: P is for Paddlesports
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A to Z with Caddy: O is for ORV
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A to Z with Caddy – N is for Nature
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A to Z with Caddy: K is for KISStory in Cadillac
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#CaptureCadillac – February 2021 Fan Photos
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New Winter Sports Trail at Cadillac Pathway popular with Fat-bikers
By Dave Foley When the snow conditions are right, the MDNR Cadillac Pathway parking lot off Seeley Road just east of Cadillac, will be filled with cars left by cross country skiers, fatbikers, and snowshoers. While the Cadillac Pathway has been a popular cross country...
Out & About, Prime Paddling Season is Upon Us!
By Dave Foley If you were hesitant about joining the throngs of paddlers that fill popular rivers like the Manistee and Pine on summer weekends, take heart, the pressure on these streams is noticeably less after Labor Day. Only a few canoe liveries are...
Out & About, Steelhead on the Move
By Dave FoleyRivers 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...
Out & About, Spear Anglers Wait for Pike in Darkhouses
By Dave Foley:When you think of ice fishing, what comes to mind is folks standing on the ice or sitting inside fish shanties. Whether it’s tipups baited with minnows or jigging with ice rods, the vast majority of ice anglers are hoping to hook fish fish...
Birders flock to these 7 NW Michigan locales
By Dave FoleyWith its mixture of lakes and streams as well as forests, meadows, marshes, and agricultural lands, Cadillac is a natural gathering point for birds, both migratory, and year-round resident flocks. To help visitors, I worked with Dave Newhouse, a veteran...
Opening day brings out walleye, pike, and trout anglers
by Dave FoleyAlthough the November 15 deer season opener garners most of the attention, among anglers, the last Saturday of the month, this year the big day is April 29, when pike, walleye, and trout become legal.At dawn on the 29th cars bump down seldom-used two...
Let’s Go With Joe – Firearm Opening Day Recap 2021
The anticipation of hunting season is always fun, setting up blinds in the best spot possible, getting out trail cameras and taking photos of the deer in the area. The reality of hunting can be somewhat less glorious, long hours spent trying keep warm while making the...
A to Z with Caddy: P is for Paddlesports
We have had some great warm and sunny weather for fun days on our lakes and rivers! Join me on my next journey as I learn all there is to know about paddle sports in Cadillac! The Cadillac Area is full of wonderful rivers and lakes, perfect for paddling around and...
A to Z with Caddy: O is for ORV
It has been a fun and busy summer so far, full of new adventures and sight seeing! This weekend is Michigan's FREE ORV weekend (August 21 & 22 - michigan.gov/orvinfo) and so exploring Cadillac's motorized trail systems were next on my list of things to do. But...
A to Z with Caddy – N is for Nature
This week, I traveled to the Waldeck Nature Preserve on Stone Ledge Lake! This 11-acre nature preserve has a 1.2 mile trail, a viewing deck, and lots of wildlife. The Waldeck Nature Preserve is only 5 miles from the Cadillac West area. When on the trail, keep an eye...
A to Z with Caddy: I is for Ice Fishing
Follow along with us each week when Caddy explores the Cadillac area with an A to Z look at all the fun things to see and do. This week…I is for Ice Fishing! With the temperatures warming up this week and since our lakes have lost a bit of ice over the last couple of...
A to Z with Caddy: F is for FREE FISHING WEEKEND!
Did you know, this weekend is free fishing weekend in the state of Michigan? On February 13 & 14, 2021, this Saturday and Sunday, you do not need a fishing license and the weekend forecast is looking great! There is lots of thick ice out on our lakes and if you...
Tips From The Tees Bloopers Edition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxM9vMJXwic Tips From The Tees Bloopers Edition When our interns started back in April and May they chose from several potential projects, the “Tips from the Tee” project was one that both of them were interested in. Thank goodness both...
Tips From the Tee – Cadillac Country Club
Cadillac Country Club brings you this week’s “Tips From the Tee.” The CCC was designed in 1910, making it almost 110 years old. The 18 hole course measures 6,107 yards from the tips and comes down to 5,159 yards from the front tees. Four par 3’s, two par 5’s and 12...
Tips From the Tee – Antioch Hills Golf Club
This week’s “Tips From the Tee” is from Antioch Hills Golf Club. Antioch Hills Golf Club is formerly known as The Briar at Mesick but is now under new management for Antioch Hills Golf Club. The 18-hole course stretches out to 5,817 yards from the back tees and...
Tips From the Tee – Emerald Vale
“Tips From the Tee” is excited to be coming from beautiful Emerald Vale in Manton, Michigan. Emerald Vale plays 6,785 yards from the back gold tees and 5,219 yards from the front red tees. The par is 72 and features 4 par 3’s, 10 par 4’s, 4 par 5’s. Gorgeous sweeping...
Tips From the Tee – Caberfae Peaks
This week’s “Tips From the Tee” is coming to you from Caberfae Peaks. Caberfae offers one of the most gorgeous 9 holes Northern Michigan has to offer. The 9 holes, 36 par course is 3,326 yards from the tips but can be reduced down to 2,186 yards depending on what tees...
Tips From the Tee – Lakewood on the Green
Excited to bring you this week’s “Tips From the Tee” from Lakewood on the Green. Lakewood on the Green features a 6,047-yard par 70, 18 holes. The 18-hole course features 300 acres of rolling terrain, sprawling pines and hardwood, shimmering lakes, natural wildlife,...
A to Z with Caddy: W is for Why Shop Local?
Who Shops Local? #CaddyShopsLocal Make the pledge to shop local this holiday season and help us find Caddy Bear! Caddy is out exploring local businesses (and a few landmarks) and everything they have to offer. Use the list of clues below that he wrote to search for...
A to Z with Caddy: R is for Retail Therapy
After nearly a year of exploring the Cadillac area I've seen lots of interesting places and done many new activities. One thing I haven't really had a chance to do yet is go on a shopping spree! Cadillac offers several styles of shopping and the Northern portion of...
A to Z with Caddy: Q is for BBQ!
Labor Day weekend is the best time to round up with family and friends to celebrate the end of summer. I have heard that Cadillac is known for a good place to find some great BBQ! So I decided to take some time and do some exploring with a few local restaurants known...
A to Z with Caddy – M is for Market
It’s been awhile since my last adventure, but I’m so excited to share my latest adventure at the Cadillac Farmers Market! Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are extra special during the summer. In the Cadillac Commons, next to the After 26 Depot Café, is The Market....
Treat Yourself to Sweets!
Occasionally, the time in between holidays can seem long and boring. You may find yourself looking for reasons to leave the house or grab some treats with friends and family. This list of National Dessert days will be a great start to getting out and enjoying the...
A to Z with Caddy: L is for Lilly!
Follow along with us each week when Caddy explores the Cadillac area with an A to Z look at all the fun things to see and do. This week…L is for Lilly! Our newest CAVB team member. I'm going to turn it over to her this week and she can give you a proper introduction!...
A to Z with Caddy: S is for Seasons
Fall is here! So for this adventure, I decided to go out and explore the beautiful scenery - this may be my favorite season of the year! Here is the view atop Caberfae Peaks today, October 9th, 2021. As you can see, there is plenty of time to plan your trip as we are...
A to Z with Caddy: P is for Paddlesports
We have had some great warm and sunny weather for fun days on our lakes and rivers! Join me on my next journey as I learn all there is to know about paddle sports in Cadillac! The Cadillac Area is full of wonderful rivers and lakes, perfect for paddling around and...
A to Z with Caddy: O is for ORV
It has been a fun and busy summer so far, full of new adventures and sight seeing! This weekend is Michigan's FREE ORV weekend (August 21 & 22 - michigan.gov/orvinfo) and so exploring Cadillac's motorized trail systems were next on my list of things to do. But...
A to Z with Caddy – N is for Nature
This week, I traveled to the Waldeck Nature Preserve on Stone Ledge Lake! This 11-acre nature preserve has a 1.2 mile trail, a viewing deck, and lots of wildlife. The Waldeck Nature Preserve is only 5 miles from the Cadillac West area. When on the trail, keep an eye...
A to Z with Caddy: K is for KISStory in Cadillac
Follow along with us each week when Caddy explores the Cadillac area with an A to Z look at all the fun things to see and do. This week…K is for KISStory in Cadillac! Now that all the snow has melted away and spring is officially here TOMORROW, I thought it was...
A to Z with Caddy: D is for Downtown
Follow along with us each week when our new friend Caddy explores the Cadillac area with an A to Z look at all the fun things to see and do. This week…D is for Downtown!Before a day out on the town I figured it may be a good idea to look my best! So I stopped into...
BEST OF 4 SEASONS
Let’s Go With Joe – Firearm Opening Day Recap 2021
The anticipation of hunting season is always fun, setting up blinds in the best spot possible, getting out trail cameras and taking photos of the deer in the area. The reality of hunting can be somewhat less glorious, long hours spent trying keep warm while making the...
A to Z with Caddy: S is for Seasons
Fall is here! So for this adventure, I decided to go out and explore the beautiful scenery - this may be my favorite season of the year! Here is the view atop Caberfae Peaks today, October 9th, 2021. As you can see, there is plenty of time to plan your trip as we are...
A to Z with Caddy: P is for Paddlesports
We have had some great warm and sunny weather for fun days on our lakes and rivers! Join me on my next journey as I learn all there is to know about paddle sports in Cadillac! The Cadillac Area is full of wonderful rivers and lakes, perfect for paddling around and...
A to Z with Caddy: W is for Why Shop Local?
Who Shops Local? #CaddyShopsLocal Make the pledge to shop local this holiday season and help us find Caddy Bear! Caddy is out exploring local businesses (and a few landmarks) and everything they have to offer. Use the list of clues below that he wrote to search for...
A to Z with Caddy: R is for Retail Therapy
After nearly a year of exploring the Cadillac area I've seen lots of interesting places and done many new activities. One thing I haven't really had a chance to do yet is go on a shopping spree! Cadillac offers several styles of shopping and the Northern portion of...
A to Z with Caddy: Q is for BBQ!
Labor Day weekend is the best time to round up with family and friends to celebrate the end of summer. I have heard that Cadillac is known for a good place to find some great BBQ! So I decided to take some time and do some exploring with a few local restaurants known...
