Holland’s Tunnel Park

I always enjoy paying a visit to the area of Holland, located along the Lake Michigan shoreline in Ottawa County.
Originally settled by a group of Dutch immigrants under the leadership of rev Albertus Van Raalte in the mid1800’s, Holland is located on the shores of Lake Macatawa. After settling into Holland, the industrious Dutch dug [...]

As the Green Months End

If April is the beginning of Michigan’s green season, September is the beginning of the end. Like April, it is a season of contrasts. But the contrasts are gentler contrasts—not an explosion but an implosion, a graceful fading of summer heat into cooler temperatures, long days into early sunsets, and the lush emerald of the [...]

Fricano’s Pizza

For some reason, a few weeks ago I began thinking about those famous Fricano’s pizzas and I knew I had to have one. It had been many, many years since I had indulged in one, so one beautiful summer evening, my wife and I traveled to Grand Haven to enjoy the sunset and a Fricano’s [...]

Grand Haven Pronto Pups

Earlier I wrote about frankfurters, or as they are sometimes known, Pronto Pups. At that time I mentioned the familiar Grand Haven landmark, the Grand Haven Pronto Pup stand. The last time I was in Grand Haven I did not stop to try one out, but I knew that was something I had to do [...]

Labor Day

Labor Day  historically signals the last day of summer, a time to think about taking the boat out of the water, closing up the cottage and getting the kids ready for the new school year.
But, even though the school bells say fall, the calendar still says summer, so we know there is plenty of great [...]

Should do this More Often

 
“Hi! Hope I’m not missed too much. Thanks for helping me out.  Am having a nice time.  Should do this more often.  I am at the beach today (Mon.) I’d like to own a place around here-lots of money get rich in a hurry.  See U. Say “hello” to everyone. “    Helen
As I look at [...]

Rusty and His House

Just outside of Downtown Holland, along Pine Street, is an interesting and whimsical collection of outdoor sculptures all made out of scrap metal from the Padnos Iron and Metal Company.
You will find a little bit of everything from Rusty’s Dog House to a pair of boxing crankshafts, Eskimo sled dogs and many other fun and [...]

Ice Along the Michigan Coast

A mercilessly cold breeze is blowing off the great lake, freezing my cheeks and numbing my fingers. What was I thinking when I left my gloves in the car? Thank goodness I at least had the presence of mind to throw my scarf around my neck, because nothing is gentle about this environment. It is [...]

Lake Macatawa

It’s Summer. It’s Sunday. It’s time to enjoy a Michigan Lake
Lake Macatawa is located along the Park and Holland Township line in Western Ottawa County.  The 1780 acre lake generally reaches depths of only10 feet, but there are some reported depths of up to 20 feet. A channel is maintained for navigation of deep ships [...]

Pigeon Lake

The Pigeon River flows into Pigeon Lake located in Port Sheldon Township in Ottawa County, ten miles south of Grand Haven.
Pigeon River and Pigeon Lake are special as that they flow into Lake Michigan. Surrounded by lakefront cottages, year round homes and a marina, it is a picture of paradise. Yes, it does have all [...]