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“Michigan State Parks of the Upper Peninsula”

Episode #2009

It wasn't until the onset of the twentieth century that things like admiring nature became fashionable in the United States. People like president Theodore Roosevelt, and author John Muir, helped to popularize setting aside public lands for the preservation of wildlife and other natural resources. Because of this foresight, Michigan's residents and visitors can enjoy one of the nation's premier park systems.

Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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Episode #2011

"A Fall Fantastic"

(Paradise, Michigan)

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Join Tom as he kayaks down the Tahquamenon River, discovers a long abandon cemetery at Whitefish Point along with a stop at the only cranberry farm in Michigan. Plus, a couple more surprises.

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Episode #2113

"The Bruce Peninsula on Bikes"

(Bruce County, Ontario)

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We are always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to spend our Getaways and today is no exception. We are going to bike through Ontario’s most scenic peninsula and the beautiful Lake Huron shoreline. We will hop on mountain bikes, trail bikes and family bikes and make some stops along our bike tour to take in some great food and attractions.

Great Getaways is a television travel series that spotlights active getaway adventures across the Midwest and Canada with an emphasis on the outdoors. Host Tom O'Boyle travels to a variety of destinations and talks to the locals about vacation and recreation opportunities. Join us as we continue to discover more Great Getaways.

2023 was Great Getaways' 20th year on PBS and along with new shows we brought our viewers an occasional look back at those 20 years of fun. We get mail all the time from folks saying we have been watching you since the beginning and still enjoy every show. We are looking forward to our 21st year in 2024!