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Kuehl Kuest

Michigan State

Stumbled across these awesome fall! They are a series of little steps rights along the roadside near the Porcupine Mountains. Put these on your waterfall list.

Calling All Waterfall Chasers! Bonanza Falls Upper Peninsula Michigan WOW!

Massachusetts State

The Nook in Fairhaven, MA was a very experience to sat and and enjoy some nostalgia plus a good cup of coffee!

Metal, Horror Films and Coffee

Montana State

Culbertson's Museum is located in the town on Culbertson population 735. It was like an oasis in the desert...such great little find. If you are on highway 2 in Montana...check it out.

Culbertson's Museum-Heritage Finds in Montana

Glacier National Park is home to Polebridge Mercantile and the only place to get an authentic Huckleberry Bear Claw. They taste similar to wild blueberries and do not grow in a lot of places which make them very special to the area. Delicious!

Huckleberry Bear Claws!

Chicago, IL

Every year the week before St. Patricks Day the city if Chicago dyes the river green a few hours before the famous parade. This secret 60 year tradition is spread by two motorboats and is a great tourist attraction!

"Dyeing" To See The Green Chicago River

We had an opportunity to celebrate a family birthday on National Margarita day and head to Condado Tacos for the first time! They are located on the west side of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Inside visitors will find a nod to all that is Grand Rapids by referencing historical figures, furniture city and beer city throughout all the cool artwork.
All the food was delish! head on over and see what's happening at Condado Taco!

Condado Tacos- Grand Rapids, Michigan

A puppy's perspective of portaging into the next lake! We put the GoPro on the dog to see his view!

Portage Puppy Cam - GoPro Fun!

January 22, 2023 is the start of this Chinese New Year and we were entertained by this awesome dance and music celebration before our flight out of O'Hare airport.

Chinese New Year Celebration at O'Hare Chicago Airport

Follow these easy steps for a delicious mulled wine. We enjoy it hot with a cinnamon stick or cold with a splash of soda or ginger ale! Cheers!

Easy Crockpot Mulled Wine

Hiker shelter on the North Country Trail and the first one for the American perimeter trail in lower Michigan. 

Hiker Shelter-North Country Trail Michigan

We had the opportunity to sample this unique blend. It had a definitive smokie flavor and is delicious! 

Applewood Smoked Coffee

Every Hallowe'en this dive club from Michigan brave the cold waters and carve pumpkins underwater. This year the weather was on their side. What a fun event!!

Underwater Pumpkin Carving

We found this secret (well, not so secret to the locals) gorgeous waterfall in L'anse, Michigan. Yes, its behind the Burger King and if you have the opportunity head through the BK parking lot and look for a small trail sign.

Secret Waterfall - Behind a Burger King?

Wisconsin State

This corkscrew stands 24 feet tall and is located in Hurley, Wisconsin near the Michigan border on Highway 2.

World's Largest Corkscrew

North Dakota State

Jamestown, ND

This monument is located in Jamestown, North Dakota at the Frontier Village. Its constructed of stucco, cement, steel beams and wire mesh. It is 26 feet tall, 46 feet long and weighs 60 tons. Be sure to check out this fun roadside attraction.

Dakota Thunder-World's Largest Buffalo 

Handcrafted in Michigan since 1903! This iconic wool cap with flaps has survived and thrived thanks to the adventurers, workers, dreamers and the excellent people who value style, durability and a sense of fun!

Stormy Kromer- Iconic Winter Cap Since 1903

Grand Rapids, MI

Stumbled across the Batmobile during the Metro Cruise in Grand Rapids, Michigan. So much fun!

The BATMOBILE -Metro Cruise, Michigan

Mackinac Island, MI

There are taxi horses, carriage horses, work horses and fancy horses all on Mackinac Island. They were such a delight to see all over the island.

The HORSES of Mackinac Island, Michigan

Three options of transportation on the island....bike, horse or your feet! The ride takes you on  comprehensive tour of the island including many historic sites and features.

Horse & Carriage Tour-Mackinac Island, Michigan

This is the easiest and best way to see the island plus get a little exercise. Its a 8 mile trek around the island and is flat. Be sure to check out the many bike rental shops.