Six more weeks of Winter?

Fingers are crossed in Manistique where six more weeks

of Winter will certainly be welcomed!

Groundhog Day on February 2 is when we ask:

Are we in for six more weeks of Winter or an early spring?

Only a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil knows for sure.

Stay in Manistique - a great base for Winter Activities

How is the snow, how are the trails? Best information for winter conditions Schoolcraft County Motorized Trails Association

Manistique has trails for hiking, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Take the trails or make your own in fresh powder.

Winter landscapes - revisit your favorite attractions for a whole new perspective.

Fishing and fun - come to play, fish on many Schoolcraft County lakes and bring your camera for beautiful winter shots.

There is a reason to visit Manistique all four seasons. Within a day's drive there are state parks, a national forest, fishing, hiking, history and nature. Make it your resolve to explore more in 2025. Come stay play, shop and dine with us.

FUN events for the entire family

February 27

Line Dancing Class

Lake Effect Comm. Arts

244 S Cedar St. Manistique

6:30-8pm

No experience necessary. Let’s dance! Cost is $10/session or $25 for all three. Pay at the door. Adults only please. No registration is required.

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February 6 & 13

Needle Felting Class

Lake Effect Comm. Arts

244 S Cedar St. Manistique

6-8pm

2-part class that will teach you how to dye wool make felted Valentines, or your own creation. All materials are provided. $40 for both sessions. Cass is suitable for those ages 12 and up.

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February 7

Dave Boutette & Kristi Lynn Davis

The Pine Performance Center

N9224 Saw-Wa-Quato Curtis

7pm | Doors at 6:30pm

Featuring Dave’s celebrated songwriting with Kristi’s natural gift for harmony.Tickets - $15 Adults / $10 Students / $5 10 and Under ($20/$15/$10 at door).

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February 8

Long Riders

33rd Relic Ride

Jack Pine Lodge

5350 N M-94, Manistique

8am - 5pm

All Sleds are invited to come and participate in ride for charity.

1973 and older sleds to be judged. The relic ride will start from Jack Pine Lodge then to the Thunderbowl before returning to Jack Pine Lodge. Call 906-573-2414

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February 8

Super Saturday Snowshoe

Environmental Education Laboratory

Krummich Road, Manistique

10am-12pm

Snowshoes will be available to borrow for free, trail maps will be provided. Even if there is not much snow, the public is encouraged to come out and enjoy the trails! This is free and for all ages.

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February 8

Still Life

Painting Class

Lake Effect Comm. Arts

244 S Cedar St. Manistique

6-8pm

Join us as Andrea Marks walks us through painting a still life of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich! All materials are provided. Class is $40 per person.

Lake Effects Comm. Arts

February 12 & 19

Kids Drawing Class

Lake Effect Comm. Arts

244 S Cedar St. Manistique

3:30-4:30pm

Christine Worley teaches kids aged 8-16 drawing using a variety of mediums. Each class is $10 or all four for $40. Classes will be 3:30 to 4:30pm. If school is canceled, class is canceled. Wednesday, February 12th, 19th, 26th and March 5th.

Lake Effects Comm. Arts

February 12

Paint Your Partner

Lake Effect Comm. Arts

244 S Cedar St. Manistique

6pm

Grab your partner or your BFF and paint each other! Grab a drink from our Social District, relax, and have some laughs! Jen Evink and Hanna Davis will be leading this event. All materials are provided. Cost is $50 per couple. There is a limit of 20 couples.

Lake Effects Comm. Arts

February 14

Great Backyard Bird Count

Environmental Education Laboratory

Krummich Rd

Manistique

2-3pm

Participants identify, count, and report birds in their area to help further conservation efforts. All are welcome to join in to be a part of this worldwide initiative! Join us for the hike, and pick up some bird ID skills along the way.

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February 15

McDonald Lake Ice Fishing Derby

McDonald Lake Boat Access

Dixner Rd., Gulliver

Fun, family ice fishing derby. Registration fee given back as prizes for the largest pike, perch, and walleye for adults. Kids receive registration gift and prizes available for any fish caught. Held on free fishing weekend, so no fishing license is required.

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February 15

Inaugural Soup Cook-Off

Manistique Eagles #3755

Walnut Street,

Manistique

3pm

Fundraiser plus silent auction, 50/50 and raffles. Open to the public. Public tasting afterwards. Cash prizes, awards to the winners. $5 admission for public, cooks free. Call Ann Borko (906) 341-2210 with questions.

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February 22

Family Movie Matinee @ The Pine!

"Kung Fu Panda"

The Pine Performance Center

N9224 Saw-Wa-Quato Street, Curtis

2pm

Enjoy this beloved 2008 animated classic starring Jack Black with the whole family! KUNG FU PANDA is presented under licensing provided by Swank Motion Pictures Inc.

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