July 2007

7/4/2007
Greg Scheitler - Vernon, MI
Enjoyed this program on Michigan's wine country. Looks like a good weekend getaway! Thanks!

7/5/2007
Joan Kolar - Minden City, MI
We always enjoy your shows format. We sometimes forget just how much there is to see in our own home state of Michigan.

7/14/2007
Michael Milford - Flushing, MI
I really enjoyed this week's show. The show is always entertaining and iformative. I always base my vacations around the information I learn from your show.

7/14/2007
Betty St.John - Roscommon, MI
My husband and I watched it with great interest and pride in our area. We have lived in the Higgins lake area for 16 years and enjoy both Higgins and Houghton Lake all the time. Your show reminded me of the wonders of the area and even showed a few things I hadn't seen before. What a surprise! Thank you so much for this terrific program. Betty St.John

7/14/2007
Thomas Sliwa - Howell, MI
Very good show.The comment about how the lake has so much to offer isthe truth. We been on houghton for many many years and would love to have dvd. Thanks

7/14/2007
Norman Osborn - Mason, MI
to much info in the short time the program is on..... you need to make the program longer.... norm

7/14/2007
Patrick Rice - Eastpointe, MI
great show.Been in this area all my life and have family living at houghton lake but didn't know about some of the attractions you showed on this show.I'll be going up to see some of this soon. thanks.

7/14/2007
Janice Waters - Ferndale, MI
I have seen ads in the AAA magazine about Houghton Lake, but when I actually saw all the nice places to go and things to do, I was impressed. It was a great show, and I look forward to seeing more of it. I will be looking up the schedule for the tv show. I also like the web site, it is informative, and put together well. Thank you! I am looking foward to visiting your great getaway.

7/14/2007
Carol Baczkowski - Warren MI
Hello, I have never been to the Houghton Lake/Higgins Lake regions. After seeing the different attractions there (canoeing, hiking, fishing, etc.), I will be sure to make it a future summer destination. Regards, Carol

7/14/2007
Eddie Jones - Wayne, MI
Hello, I thought the show was wonderfull we are thinking of planing a trip up to houghton lake and higgins lake we have never been there before and are looking forward to planning a trip up there . Keep up the great tv work it is awsome Thank you and have a great day.....ed and laurie jones

7/14/2007
Holly Covell - Holly, MI
I LOVED the show. While it was on I picked up the phone to call my sister in Arizona to "rub-it-in" that the cool, clear waters of Higgins Lake are a short drive away from here and got my brother-in-law instead. His family ALWAYS summered in that area. So I told him about the show instead.

7/15/2007
Matthew Lowe - Allendale MI
It was great. We are new to Michigan, only here for 3 years now. And we never knew of the great areas to visit during the summer. Thanks!

7/15/2007
Gail Pacurai - Ypsilanti Twp. MI
My husband and I loved the show. The scenery was beautiful, and the area there looks so nice. It was very informative. Definitely a vacation inspiration!

7/16/2007
Suzette DeKarske - Rives Jct MI
I enjoyed having my own personal TOUR GUIDE visiting my home via the TV. I love Getaways that are close to home. Thank You, Suzette

7/28/2007
Tracy Cesar - Alma MI
I really liked your show today, I have only seen this show a couple of times and I've enjoyed it every time I've seen it. We canoe quite often, and I have never been down the Ausable it looked very inviting.....we will have to put it on our to do list for a future paddle.

7/28/2007
Barbara Cowell - Essexville MI
Great vacation idea for families who enjoy the outdoors. I have been looking for something that would appeal to my husband and my 19yr. old son and my 25 yr. old son-in-law's adventurous sides(the kayaking and hiking) and enough sun and water to make the girls (16yr and 24yrs.) happy, while not traveling too far. This is just perfect for a long weekend! And the scenery looks absolutely beautiful which will make me one happy photographer! Thanks for a great family idea.

7/28/2007
Mark Buck - Flint MI
The show was awesome. Michigan is such a great state. I have never canoed the Ausable near Oscoda, but I love the area and the state forest campgrounds.

7/28/2007
Dan Kapa - Parma MI
I loved the show and it will definitly be on my visiting schedule on my next michigan vacation. sincerely, dan p.s. i think with the right lure you would have caught something on that small lake.

7/28/2007
Kathy Bivins - Saginaw MI
This was an excellent program. I know that the AuSable River is awesome and your program confirmed it. Very good coverage. I know that many will be interested in visiting the area after seeing this show.

7/28/2007
Teresa Duby - Irons MI
What a great episode! I am an experieced canoer who want very much to learn to kayak. My father, whom resides in Arkansas, visits Michigan on a regular basis, is a very experienced kayaker. I called him during the show to let him know about the great AuSable river trips and hikes. He is ready to go! On his next visit we plan to go on the river pond trip and try the hiking trails. Thanks for all the great shows and trip ideas. Sincerly, Teresa Duby

7/28/2007
Joe Spreeman - Metamora MI
As always you have shown me another of Michigans great resources. I had forgotten how nice the Oscoda area is. I have been a fan of your show for years. Keep up the great work and thanks for all the getaway shows. Joe Spreeman

7/29/2007
Clark Slater - Linwood MI
This weeks show illustrates the quieter times in Michigan; spending time with nature and friends. Been meaning to make the hike back to Hoist Lake, I think this was the incentive we needed to get out there. There is a lot to do in Michigan. Thanks for the free guide service.

7/29/2007
Kevin Pritula - Lowell MI
Like all your other shows, this one was great. I enjoy hiking and kayaking, so this show was awesome. Made me want to start planning my next vacation. Keep up the great work.

7/29/2007
Morris Veeneman - Wyoming MI
My wife and I greatfully happened on your show this morning. We both love and respect the undeveloped nature our elders have chosen to protect. Thankyou for the simply fantastic show about the AuSable River. It was a joy to watch. We love camping & the water. We also haven't had a decent vacation in a while. It looks like the AuSable / Otsego Area will be our next endevour! Thanks again. Morris & Debra Veeneman

7/29/2007
Karla Taber - Greenville MI
Hi-Was just surfing the channels, came across the show. My husband raced many years in the AuSable Canoe Race. We have been on the river many times canoeing. Really enjoyed the show. I ran out to my husbands workroom in the garage and told him to turn it on the t.v. out there. He also enjoyed it. Thanks for such a great show!!

7/29/2007
Keith Knapp - Spring Lake MI
Loved it. I take my son canoeing every summer, and I think I'll go to Oscoda this summer.

7/29/2007
Gary T. Granaas - Mount Clemens MI
It has been many years since i`ve watched a show on Michigan that i enjoyed as much.I can`t wait to see the next one now.Thanks for restoring my love of Michigan.

7/30/2007
James Lloyd - Clare MI
Great show with lots of good information. Makes me want to take the canoe up there and check it out. Thank You.. James

August 2007

8/2/2007
Vincent Sadovsky - Rochester MI
Great as always. I am a huge fan of the show for many years. I only wish you were on earlier in the day as before.

8/3/2007
Russ Williams - Grandville MI
you guys really do the UP right.

8/4/2007
Stephen Hause - Saginaw MI
I have been traveling to the Upper Peninsula for years, but have aways just passed through Schoolcraft County without stopping. Now I am planning a fall trip there, thanks to your show.

8/4/2007
Teresa Duby - Irons MI
Today's show was so great! My mother and two sisters had just left this morning before your show aired. They are returning to Ark. and OK from a week's visit here in Manitee Co. We traveled up the west coast of Michigan to Sleeping Bear Dunes Nat'l. Park and around Traverse City. We spent four days on our day trips of around ten to twelve hours. My parents will return this fall for the color tours. Today's show was an excellant adventure for us to plan for their trip. My husband and I are anxious to try a two person kayak as I am legally blind. My sister and her husband may follow my parents up from Bella Vista AK. She and her husband live in Tuttle,OK. Thank you so much for your wonderful programming. "

8/4/2007
Laurie Trappen - Traverse City MI
Thanks for the memories of a special family trip about 50 years ago. That trip gave me enough "sustanance for the soul" to make the worst times of my life better....and watching the show made me determine to go back there, this year, before I just can't manage it alone anymore. It always amazes me when the people who live in an area don't know it nor utilize what is available around them....but I guess when one lives in the U.P. of Michigan there is just too much of a good thing to begin to know it all....and the guys who used to roam far and wide afoot are going fast....unintended pun, but a good one, eh? thanks from an unintentional "homie", I'm unable to roam so freely now except in my mind, and you helped freshen the images for me...I will go, soon, back to Indian lake and that great environmental center (virtually abandoned, what's up with that?) Thanks !!! Happy travels !!! Can I come too? Laurie

8/5/2007
Ron Vance - Grand Rapids MI
I thought the show was great.I love going to the UP,its like a whole different world up there.I would like to see you do a show on some of the waterfalls around Munising,like Mosquito Falls and Chapel Falls.

8/5/2007
Fred D. Russell - Sanford MI
I really enjoyed the fall tour. I've been going to the UP for many years. I like seeing things that I don't know about and also the places I have been to. I do enjoy your show. Keep up the great work!

8/5/2007
Todd Cleveland - Fruitport MI
I thought the show was great!!! It just reminded me of how many great things there are to do in this wonderful state that we live in. I hope to head up there this fall with my wife and kids!!!

8/6/2007
Richard Fox - Fowler MI
Brings back a lot memories of fall color tours the wife and I took to the U.P. Enjoy the shows you and your staff have put together.

8/6/2007
Deanne Talantis - Traverse City MI
We just love camping & traveling through the U.P.,whether finding new adventures or the roads less traveled. Your show is so well done and informative! Thank you for the suggested new routes and road side attractions. We shall continue to watch and enjoy your explorations! Walk in beauty, Deanne and Nick Talantis

8/6/2007
Bob Goodrick - Muskegon MI
Excellent. Didn't expect anything else from you. Keep up the good work.

8/6/2007
Dan Oster - Zeeland MI
Great job. Lots of interesting sites. Well put together. We "discovered" the Upper Peninsula last summer, after living in the lower peninsula for 49 years. Very much enjoy the scenery, history, people, and pace. Nice to see information about this great land. Thanks for the show and its content.

8/6/2007
Sean Hill - Battle Creek MI
Great show. I don't watch that much TV, but I found myself channel surfing this Sunday and stumbled across your show. As you can see I live in Michigan, and have all my life. I never knew that some of those places were there. I have 2 young kids and some day I plan on taking them on camping trips. The places you displayed look fun. Your show should be broadcast to other states to help promote tourism in Michigan.

8/6/2007
Ron Bowman - Bluffton IN
I really enjoyed this show. The color in the UP is just fabulous. I bet the air smelled so crisp and clean with the fall air. I am also glad I found your web site. Now I can find the program schedule and will be able to record each episode so I will not miss them. Sometimes I will forget that the show is playing on Sunday afternoons. Again this episode clearly showed how beatiful the UP is in the fall of the year. Now thinking of visiting the area this October. With Regards. Ron

8/7/2007
David Babcock - Cocoa FL
The show was the most enjoyable and relaxing one that I have seen. It was peaceful and a good tool of learning of the great outdoors. Keep the good work up. David

8/9/2007
Rebecca Starkey - Scotts MI
I am a first time viewer of your show and I really enjoyed it. Whenever I visit the U.P. I go directly to the Manistique area and begin my vacation from that beautiful spot, so much to see and do.

8/12/2007
T. Patrick Billig - White Cloud MI
Loved it. Quality show. Great Photography. Keep up the good work.

8/13/2007
Susana Green - Honor MI
Interesting. I didn't realize the Falls & Pictured Rocks were so close!

8/18/2007
Maurice Schmitz - Fowler MI
Totally enjoyed it as we do every week. Many of the places you travel to we have been or plan on going. Thank you for such a great show.

8/18/2007
Dale Wolfe - Bucyrus OH
I just watched the U. P. show. It was the one aired today 8/18/2007 on WGTE-TV. It was a fun show even though you ran into many obsticals. We have vacationed in the U.P. many times and my son married a Yupper. I'm not sure of the spelling but you know what I mean. Good program and I look forward to seeing it in the future. Thanks, Dale

8/18/2007
Garrett Jones - Toledo OH
I thought it was great to see all the ""adventures"" to go on. I spent the first half of my life growing up in Michigan. Seeing things like this makes me miss it quite a bit. I'm planning a wilderness trip next year sometime to travel around Michigan and this show is a great help for deciding on where and what to do. Thanks a lot!!! Garrett Jones

8/19/2007
Jerry Walker - Hope, British Columbia
I think the Houghton Lake area is a beautiful part of Michigan. I was raised in Michigan just 20 miles away from Flint. Thanks.

8/19/2007
Melissa Barnhart - Comstockpark MI
your shows are very great every week and i'm glad there is a show like yours on tv keep up the wonderful work

8/19/2007
Bill DeSavage - Kalamazoo MI
My wife and I watch your show each week on WGVU, and use the Information you present to plan our ""Getaways"" Thank You"

8/19/2007
Alexis Thompson - Hudsonville MI
It was great just what we need to get out of town and enjoy the natural beauty and away from everyday life! We look forward to visiting in September!!

8/20/2007
Mick & Steph Davis - Bronson MI
We enjoy watching your show on a regular basis. The Houghton Lake Show was helpful to us because we have been considering visiting the area for some time now. After watching the show we definitely want to go there. The same is also true of the show you did on the Oscoda area. If you happen to have a free DVD of that show as well, would would love to have it. Thanks, Mick & Steph Davis

8/20/2007
Jerry Sadowski - Lincoln Park MI
Hello, When will your show on Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge air. I am the person you put on camera before you started your hike on May 19th of this year. Thanks, Jerry Sadowski

Hi Jerry,
It will be sometime next spring. Keep an eye on our show schedule for updated information.
Sincerely
Dennis Serra
Executive Producer Great Getaways

8/23/2007
William Cook - Lansing MI
I have a second home in Prudenville and I didn't know about a third of what you showed us. Thanks!

8/26/2007
Barbara Harrison - Dearborn MI
The show was excellent (#534). I am hoping to visit Bruce County for the color change this fall. Keep up the good work. B

8/28/2007
Rachel Gauthier - Traverse City MI
My name is Rachel Gauthier, I am a fourteen year who loves the outdoors and loves to stream fish. I am emailing you on behalf of the last show on Manistique (Indian Lake)area we are going on our anual camping trip to Indian Lake this Friday 8-31-07. My dad and I were watching your show and noticed that someone on the show was fishing at onetime on a crick that who's name I don't know if it was mentioned but could have slipped my mind. The gentlemen caught a huge brooktrout worth mounting out of this crick and it amazed both my dad and I how big it was. Peronally I have caught a few myself but not this big. I was wondering if you could give me the name and/or the location of this crick so my dad and i can experience this incredible fishing area. We do have a GPS and if you have the coordinates of the crick that would be fine aswell, to find the area please try to get back to me asap if possible and I thank you for your time, hopefully you will be able to help us out and make this years camping trip that much better. sincerely' Rachel Gauthier ps: My family and I have taken your advice from the show and will be going to three of the attractions that you had shown on the Manistique show that we haven't been to yet! Thank you very much!

8/29/2007
Margie & Daryl Stemmler - Lansing MI
Fabulous! We usually spend a long Labor Day weekend in Tobermory with our friends who dive there; my husband and I go hiking. We haven't been able to go the last couple of years because of work and seeing your program made me thrilled and sad! Great job. Keep up the good work. I was sorry you didn't show a bit more of Tobe - it is a wonderful little place. We usually stay at the Blue Bay - right across from the end of the trail marker. The restaurants in town and all along the driving route to Tobe are amazing - like stepping back in time - and so close to home!