13 On Friday the 13th

It was Friday the 13th of March 2020. While I was looking at my notes, I discovered 13 more breweries to add to our total. Over the past few years, we’ve (my husband and I) been attempting to visit...

Michigan Beer-ventures

We still don’t like IPA’s but luckily craft beer in Michigan is an exotic forest of options so the Holmes & Watson quest continues. With Grand Rapids just 30 minutes away and a friend’s...

Approaching my 100th brewery tested in Michigan

A pint of craft beer is on average 200 – 250 calories. So there's a pork chop in every beer, perhaps a club sandwich as a point of measurement. Despite the caloric intake, the Holmes & Watson Bike...

Mountain Bike the Mitten

Most avid mountain bikers that visit the Mitten roll into Marquette or Copper Harbor, both epic trail systems. Copper Harbor is an IMBA Silver-level ride center, and Marquette is just a little behind...

Enchanting Things to do in Detroit For the Holiday Season

What is there to do in Detroit for the holiday season? Well, let me tell you. Detroit holiday festivities offer a number of things to do for singles, couples, and families alike. Spend one day in...

Two-Wheeled Wanderings

You like to ride your mountain bike. It's nearing year end so it's time to put a travel wish list together for 2023. Tis' the season for giving so I've compiled a 2022 recap to aid in your planning...