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It doesn’t get much better than this. A perfect day on Glen Lake in northern Michigan. Just over the dune in the distance is Lake Michigan, which provided our fresh grilled whitefish for supper.
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Michigan Free Fishing Weekend June 12- 13, 2010
As summer in Michigan approaches, Michiganders start to
gravitate toward the 11,037 inland lakes, 36,350 miles of rivers
or streams, or the 3288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline available
for recreation in Michigan [ Included are 12,000 miles
of trout waters]. In fact, there is so much water
available, that wherever you are in Michigan, you are never
more than 6 miles away from a body of water.
If you have fond memories of fishing with your Dad or grand-
parents, then why not create your own memories this weekend?
The Michigan Dept of Natural Resources has declared that you can
fish in any Michigan inland or Great Lakes waters for all species of
fish – without a license – this weekend.
Please note that all fishing regulations still apply.
And don’t forget about safety. You are still required to follow
all watercraft laws. So, get out the poles, grab some bait,
and get fishing!
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We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
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We all like to take a stroll down memory lane. This video shows Michigan
back before our childhood days. It was filmed in 1949 as part of James A.
Fitzpatrick’s Travel Talks. Take a look at our bathing beauties, the “Bear
Man” and our stunning Michigan scenery.
The areas shown have grown and changed but the appeal of
Michigan is still being promoted to tourists today. And they come by
the thousands to see our unique treasures, such as Sleeping Bear Dunes
on Lake Michigan. This area is now a National Park and dune buggies
are prohibited on the fragile dune landscape.
Mackinaw Island has attracted people since early times, the original
residents here in Michigan; the Ojibwa, the French, the English, and
tourists have been coming here since Victorian times.
Thanks for visiting with us in Michigan along this vintage highway
to the past. We hope you decide to visit us in person real soon.
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
We invite you to visit our world famous Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We will share our recent snowy winter scenes with you. It usually doesn’t look like this until January or February, but it certainly is getting us in the Holiday mood. This is just a sampling of the 200+ sculptures that are here at the park permanently.
If you get a chance to visit Grand Rapids, don’t miss the Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Former President Jimmy Carter called it a "National Treasure." We would love to have you come for a visit and see for yourself.
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan
area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
If life gives you lemons…make lemonade. Well, the residents of Grand
Rapids Michigan don’t need lemonade lessons or snow fun lessons, either.
With the surprise snowfall of about 10 inches and a couple more inches added
yesterday, we have SNOW!! When you put kids & a day off school together,
you get lots of Snow Fun!!
The best sledding hills are where you find them…this one is on a nearby
church backyard.
Lots of energy is being spent here, the low carbon emission type,
perfect for that hot cocoa remedy for cold hands, feet, and faces.
When the uphill climb gets slower and slower, it is a sure signal that it is
time to pack up your gear and head home.
A neighbor made this impromptu snowman. I love the innovative
hat.
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities,plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
I guess I am still a kid at heart. What a thrill to wake up and see the
white crystals of snow coating everything in sight! Needless to say,
with the amount of snow we received, it is a “Snow Day” for most
of the kids in Grand Rapids area. While it is not inconvenient for me,
it is for most people. Roads are slippery, traffic is slow and commute
times are much longer than our normal speedy travel.
I took a few photos so you can see what we woke up to in GR this
morning.
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the
Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan.
Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse
business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities,
plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Front doors are the first impression that visitors and passersby
get of your home. We all make instant judgments about a home’s
interior when we see the front door, just like we do about a person
we first meet. If you want to make a good first impression, you
should make sure your front door is attractive and welcoming.
I have a fascination with front doors. I drive by homes and
look at the front door or front entry. I love to see a home with
a touch of personality or a piece of artwork displayed by the front
door.
This front door reminds me of castle. I saw several doorways similar to
this in England inside the castle walls.
Holidays and seasonal decorating are especially fruitful for my
voyeuristic entertainment. I especially like the his and hers
well-dressed scarecrows guarding this front door.
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
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We enjoy autumn in Michigan, it is one of our favorite seasons.
The fall colors, the crisp fall air, football games, crisp crunchy apples are
just a few of the wonderful things about fall in Michigan.
While the autumn colors on the trees are a thing of beauty, they quickly become
a much detested chore to clean up. Raking leaves on a beautiful fall day
is fun for about 30 minutes. On a blustery cold, rainy day, it is a miserable
chore, a never ending job to complete. The leaves fall like rain, and will
take a few days to 2 weeks to completely leave the trees.
If you live in the city of East Grand Rapids, Michigan, this isn’t such a
chore because the city takes away your leaves for you. All you
have to do is get them to the curb.
As you can see in these photos of a few streets in East Grand Rapids, many
leaves are at the curb, ready to be picked up and composted. A sure sign of
fall in these neighborhoods.
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Roselle Park in Ada Michigan along the Grand River is 247 acre park that is
a dedicated Natural Habitat Refuge. On a rainy Saturday a few weeks
ago, we stopped and took a few photos. It was cold and windy but
the fall colors were great. We walked on one of the trails along the Grand
River. A very peaceful place to visit. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
These silos were left from the previous owner of the property. The one with
the stars on top has been made into a 9 story observation tower.
View from the observation tower toward the Grand River
On the walking trail along the river.
The Grand River, the longest river in Michigan. It starts near Hillsdale MI and
winds it’s way north then west, eventually emptying into Lake Michigan.
This spot is just north of the confluence of the Thornapple River at Ada MI.
Additional information on Roselle Park:
Roselle Park Nature Preserve on the Grand River
Roselle Park Flood Stage Spring 2009 Video
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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford. We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.
For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search. Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.
Thinking of selling your home? We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home. With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts. Click here to view Terry’s Realtor profile.
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Autumn is a picturesque time of year here in West Michigan. We
have lots of rivers, lakes, fall color, and lots of wildlife. This series
of photos lets you see a few residents of the Thornapple River at
their daily routine. The Thornapple River flows into the Grand River,
the longest in the state at Ada Michigan. Needless to say, a haven for wildlife year round. This gaggle of geese was just off the
Thornapple Pointe Golf Club in southeastern Kent County a few
weekends ago.
If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford. We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.
For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search. Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.
Thinking of selling your home? We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home. With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts. Click here to view Terry’s Realtor profile.
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Westbrook Realty – Giving You Our Personal Best
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