Busy weekend ahead
Sunday, June 27th
After a very dry spring, we have moved to the other end of the spectrum. For the month of June, so far, we’ve received around 5.5 inches of rain! This is about 2 inches more than our normal June average. With all the rain, the impressive waterfalls in the Munising area are excellent viewing right now and the streams should be up for some good trout fishing. Bring your camera and the bug spray. As for the temperatures, it has been really warm but muggy. The extended forecast is showing mild temperatures and a few chances of rain.
This weekend is a busy weekend here in Munising and in Grand Marais. Here’s what’s going on:
Pictured Rocks Road Race – Run for the Red Cross – June 26th & 27th
Here in Munising is the annual Pictured Rocks Road Race “Run for the Red Cross” on Sunday morning. Everyone is invited to take part in this great event as it features a Half-Marathon, a 5K Run and a Fun Walk. Also, join everyone for a spaghetti dinner at Bayshore Park on Saturday night from 4:30-7:00pm. For those registered to run/walk, the meal is free! Visit the Pictured Rocks Road Race website for additional race info and race starts.
Grand Marais Offshore Fishing Tournament – June 25th-27th
Here’s your chance to fish Lake Superior and potentially win $4000 with a first place fish as well as other great prizes. To kick off the event, there will be a dinner and captains meeting on Friday night beginning at 5:30pm. Everyone is invited! Then on Saturday and Sunday the boats will head out to catch that winning fish. Once the boats return to the marina on Sunday afternoon, the awards and a fish-fry will take place. Visit the Fishing Tourney website for more information, online registration and pictures from last year’s event.
Grand Marais Garden Tour – June 26th
For those looking to view some beautiful gardens and learn a few new gardening tips, head to Grand Marais on Saturday for this annual event. From 10:00am-4:00pm there will be garden tours, workshops and a silent auction. The event is hosted by the Green Space “On-the-Bay” Committee.
So there you go, a few great events happening in the beautiful central Upper Peninsula. Check back next week for details on the Fourth of July Celebration!
