Stories from the North
People, places, traditions, recipes, and curiosities from around the Great Lakes and beyond.
Cottage, Camp, or Cabin? It Depends Where You Grew Up.
A summer house in Michigan might be a cottage, while a similar place in Maine is called camp. From Great Lakes cottages to Adirondack Great Camps, the names tell a story of regional traditions.
What Is the Northwoods?
The Northwoods is more than a region of lakes and forests. From Michigan pasties to Wisconsin fish fries and summers at the cottage, it's a culture shaped by the seasons and a way of life worth preserving.