Up North

Like summer, cherries are all about having fun. That's why we lovingly refer to them as our "ruby red morsels of joy." If you happen to visit our headquarters in Glen Arbor, you'll likely find an exciting cherry-themed event being held that day. From cherry pit spitting competitions in our Olympic Size Pit Spit Arena, to messy but delicious pie eating contests, to squishy cherry stomps and Cherry Bingo competitions, we've got something for the whole family.

Each day, we strive to live and work by our motto

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green and red cabbages, carrots, and green onions. In a small bowl, toss the cubed apples with the lemon juice and add to the cabbage mixture.

Butter 9x13 pan. Mix in sour cream, chilies, green onion, cilantro & cumin in bowl. Mix in chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Salt and pepper to taste.

Many people choose to live in and visit northern Michigan because of its striking natural beauty. Natural beauty can take many forms, from never-ending sand dunes, to crystal clear lakes, and even wildlife.

It's important to note that northern Michigan is still very much a wilderness area, with various species of wildlife roaming around, including black bears. It's critical to be aware of the potential danger associated with being in the northern Michigan wilderness and being prepared in case of a chance encounter.

Recently, there have been multiple reports of black bear sightings in northern Michigan. Most notably, Michael Collier, a local Miller Hill resident, spotted this black bear feeding on one of his bird feeders in his backyard. You can read about his encounter in

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