snowy weekend in calumet

Calumet is one of the best towns to visit in winter! A cozy stay at the historic Laurium Manor Inn, dinner at Michigan House Brewpub, the CopperDog 150 (dog sled races!), coffee from Keweenaw Coffee Works and pasties from Toni’s Country Kitchen, a wintry drive to Calumet Waterworks Park, drinks at Shute’s Saloon and dinner at Carmelita’s (gotta try their famous thimbleberry margarita!) 🍹

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ICE SKATING AT THE ORE DOCK

I always love an ice-skating moment at the Ore Dock when Lake Superior freezes over! Conditions have been pretty ideal this year for it to happen. Subzero temperatures and not a lot of snow the last couple of days, which is exactly what we need! Thankfully Elliot had an extra pair of hockey skates I fit into… literally saved the day, so we got out there and skated around for a bit, and it was so funnnnn. ⛸️🧊

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WINTER IDEAS IN THE U.P.

Looking to spend a winter weekend in the Upper Peninsula? Here are some fun things to do near the Marquette area! Coffee from Velodrome, a small hike to Little Presque Isle, downtown shopping, dinner at one of our many cozy restaurants, an afternoon trip to Bond Falls (so amazing in winter!), a walk around Presque Isle Park, Laughing Whitefish Falls and a trip to the Eben Ice Caves (grab your Yaktrax!) ❄️

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Hi there!
I’m Tieka (tee-kuh).

I’m the blogger behind Selective Potential!

 

Selective Potential is where I share all the little joys that make my life special — fashion, travel, and my adventures around the beautiful and charming Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Through a mix of personal style, trips, and everyday lifestyle, I hope to give you a peek into my world and inspire you on your own journey of embracing your potential.

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