The Upper Michigan Informer

Upper Michigan Links - You will find a variety of websites about the Upper Peninsula at the links page. If you can't find the information you need after going through my site, then take a trip to the links page. Hopefully what you need is there.

Hometown Heros of the U.P. - Have you ever wondered if the U.P. is home to anyone that had gone on to become someone famous? This page will help you answer that question. You will find many interesting facts about what these individuals have gone on to do with their careers.

Upper Michigan Images - A variety of pictures from differing locations in the Upper Peninsula. You'll find images involving the four seasons the Upper Peninsula endures as well as landmarks and other notable places - some you may find familiar.

Upper Michigan Travel Destinations - If you've ever thought about a trip north to the Upper Peninsula, but didn't exactly know what you could visit, this page should help give you some ideas.

Upper Michigan History - The Upper Peninsula has such a rich and diverse history. You can read some excerpts from a few Michigan history novels, specifically about the U.P.'s history and how it became a part of Michigan.

Upper Michigan Maps - Need a map of an Upper Michigan city, village or the region? This page has a good variety of maps - and hopefully you'll find one to satisfy your needs. They aren't the greatest maps but they are a good resource.

Upper Michigan Government - A page that includes the elected officials that represent the Upper Peninsula. This page is still a work in progress but it is resourceful in finding out about a few of our elected officials.

Upper Michigan Highways - The Upper Peninsula is home to a variety of interstate, U.S., and state highways that criss-cross the region. This guide lists all of the highways located within the U.P.'s boundaries.

Upper Michigan Facts - You will find a variety of interesting facts about the Upper Peninsula on this page, including the total population of the U.P., how many miles it takes to cross the U.P., as well as statistical information.

The Yooper Artwork Page - A talented artist that specialized in Upper Peninsula art sent me some images of that artwork a few years back. You can see it on this page, as well as information on how to submit your own U.P. artwork.

Upper Michigan Jokes - Do you need a good joke to cheer you up? Or are you looking for an interesting page about the U.P.? Then the jokes page should satisfy your needs. Some jokes may be corny or you might get a good laugh out of them.

Upper Michigan Ghost Towns - When the logging and mining industries boomed in the Upper Peninsula, many towns surfaced throughout the region. Now, many of them no longer exist. Find out information on a few of the U.P.'s ghost towns here.

Upper Michigan 2000 Census - You will find a variety of statistical information regarding the Upper Peninsula and its various county, city, and village populations from the 2000 census at this site.

Upper Michigan Cities & Towns - The Upper Peninsula is comprised of many different small cities and towns, each of them having their own identity and their own special features. Read more about a few of those cities and towns here.

Mushing in Upper Michigan - The Upper Peninsula has been discovered over the years as being an excellent place to run dogsleds. On this page, you'll find a variety of information regarding a dog sled adventure and a few races that take place in the U.P. annually.

Upper Michigan Fall Colors - The Upper Peninsula in autumn is one of the best times to visit with the wide expanse of fall color in which to take in. This site has some interesting fall color tours that you can take as well as other information about a trip to the U.P. in the fall.

Upper Michigan Winter Sports - For those that live in the Upper Peninsula, most take advantage of a variety of winter sports to enjoy during the long winter months. This page details a few of the most popular winter sports enjoyed in the U.P.

U.P. Cross Country Ski Trails - One winter sport that many enjoy in the Upper Peninsula is cross country skiing. Here you'll find trail information to numerous cross country ski areas in the U.P.

The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald - One of the worst shipping disasters in the United States occurred during a November gale in 1975 on Lake Superior that caused the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Find out information regarding this tragedy here.

Upper Michigan Traditions - Pasties - The pasty is an Upper Michigan tradition that is loved by those who reside here, those that used to live here, and those who frequently visit. Find out more regarding the Cornish pasty here.

Upper Michigan Traditions - Saunas - Another Upper Michigan tradition that has such a rich history in the U.P. is the sauna. Find out how it made it to Upper Michigan as well as other interesting information about the sauna on this page.