Apr 28, 2025 / Val Wright
Claude Shannon may not be a household name for everyone, but he’s one of the most important thinkers of the 20th century — and he just so happens to be from Gaylord, Michigan. Born in 1916, Shannon grew up tinkering with gadgets, fixing radios, riding his unicycle and even juggling. MORE
Mar 24, 2025 / Christy Walcott
Get ready to groove your way into the weekend all summer long! Our outdoor summer music series in Gaylord will be happening every Friday night. That's 14 free concerts right downtown (minus Alpenfest weekend). MORE
Mar 17, 2025 / maddendev
Ready to have a pawesome adventure with your four-legged friend? Pack your bags and head to Gaylord, Michigan to enjoy the dog days of summer! Where to Rest Your Paws Campgrounds are always a great place to stay with your furry friends, but if your dog is used to a more pampered life, many of our local lodging properties are pet-friendly. Whether Fido is used to resort life, looking for a lakeside cabin or happy anywhere he can rest his paws, you’ll have lots of options when you visit Gaylord. MORE
Feb 17, 2025 / Christy Walcott
If you’ve ever wintered in Gaylord, Michigan, surely you’ve marveled at our favorite frosty attraction – the Ice Tree. Is it really the world’s largest, as the sign adorning it boasts? And how did this downtown landmark come to be in the first place? MORE
Feb 05, 2025 / maddendev
Before you shake your head and say “no way!” to winter rafting, let’s clear one thing up from the get-go: NO, YOU WILL NOT GET WET! This is a guided trip with experienced professionals calling the shots. If you’ve ever been spilled out of your kayak or canoe into the brisk waters of the Sturgeon River, we can understand your hesitation. MORE
Jan 14, 2025 / maddendev
By Paul Beachnau - So winter is here and your normal outdoor routine is shelved. It is cold and there is snow and you’re just not crazy about it. There are many of us crazy folks that LOVE winter. MORE
Jan 07, 2025 / maddendev
It goes without saying that Gaylord, Michigan’s two premier resorts offer up some of the finest northern Michigan downhill skiing and snowboarding you’ll find. But what else is happening at Treetops Resort and Otsego Resort? MORE
Dec 16, 2024 / maddendev
What will your wide-open winter look like in Gaylord, Michigan? Let us walk you through the next few months in our winter wonderland… Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding & TubingTreetops Resort and Otsego Resort are your winter hotspots this season – offering up slopes and terrain parks that will get your adrenaline pumping. MORE
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