Nothing says “fall” in the Midwest like a trip to an apple orchard! A quaint, family-friendly activity, picking a bushel of apples not only gets you the absolute freshest produce for your kitchen, but it’s also great exercise and a wonderful way to make memories. Apples are fall’s favorite fruit…
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Published April 2021 It’s spring! And while that means a number of things for the Lake Erie Shores & Islands region of Ohio - warmer weather, major bird migrations, the islands are beginning to come alive again…it especially means that it’s time to get fishing! There are record numbers of walleye…
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Published March 2021 During Lent (the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter on the Christian calendar) folks in northern Ohio look forward a concurrent season…Friday night fish fry season! The fish fry became popular in the 1920s and ‘30s among German-descended Americans. When pubs were not…
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Updated December 2021 Are you looking for a way to share your Lake Erie Love with the people on your holiday gift list? Or, is there someone special who is a huge fan of the region and one, or more, of its attractions (we see you Cedar Point fanatics!)? Here are some distinctively Lake Erie Shores…
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Published October 2020 Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands boasts a number of unique “trails,” tying local sites and businesses together based on common themes or interests. For example, thrill-seekers love looking for the next over-the-top adventure on the Lake Erie Shores & Islands Thrills Trail…
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Updated September 2021 This Autumn, when Mother Nature once again shows all her true colors, hiking can be an enjoyable outdoor activity for anyone, with a variety of local paths to fit all fitness-levels. Shores & Islands Ohio is an ideal fall hiking location due to the sheer abundance of…
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Updated August 2024 So, you’re heading out on a road trip and you are ready for some island time. At Shores & Islands Ohio, you can easily combine the two! Take your car to cruise scenic island drives. Or don’t; it’s completely up to you. You can road trip as far as the ferry landing or airport and…
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Updated June 2021 Sunny weather has arrived! When summer hits, and especially with the current climate, spacious outdoor dining areas are a great way to support locally-owned restaurants. Looking for local dining with outdoor patios, decks, or picnic tables? Here are a few of the many outdoor…
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Published March 2020 Craft breweries are small-batch, microbreweries that offer an emphasis on quality, flavor, and brewing technique. When visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands you may wonder what the area offers in terms of places to enjoy a local brew or a fantastic selection of unique…
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Published January 2020 Since winter weather in northern Ohio can be unpredictable, we've compiled a list of indoor adventures available throughout the Shores & Islands region. So, don't worry about what’s going on OUTSIDE and get ready to have some fun INSIDE! Get Active There are plenty of indoor…
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