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CMU Public Television's original series highlighting the people and places that make Michigan a special place to live. Each episode includes stories from WCMU’s staff producers Sarah Adams, Courtney Brooks and Kurt Wilson, along with special features from television veteran and outdoor enthusiast Bob Garner. |
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Owosso, Lansing, Shepherd and Freemont
Episode #407 Monday, April 29 2013
A great American writer built a castle on the Shiawassee River: we'll explore the life of James Oliver Curwood and visit his castle in Owosso. We'll celebrate the lives and contributions of amazing Michigan women at the Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame in Lansing, and we'll discover the artwork of Shepherd artist Ingrid Tourangeau. Plus, Bob Garner is a "Little Rascal" as he samples the breadsticks and 'down home' hospitality at Spanky's Pizza in Fremont. |
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Ypsilanti, Iosco County and Frankenmuth
Episode #406 Monday, March 25 2013
During this episode, sound the alarms as we visit the Michigan Firehouse Museum in Ypsilanti and explore the history of Iosco County at the Iosco County Historical Museum in East Tawas. Later, we'll join our jolly old Bob Garner as he takes us to the largest Christmas store, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth.
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Durand, Frankenmuth and Kawkawlin
Episode #405 Monday, February 25 2013
In this episode: when steam engines were king, the city of Durand was the crown jewel of the railroads. We'll show you the rich history and the restoration of the Durand Union Station.
Our next destination is "Michigan's Little Bavaria," and a visit to Frankenmuth wouldn't be complete without stopping at Zehnder's. Plus, Bob Garner 'talks turkey' at the Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin.
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Harbor Springs, Mount Pleasant, Maple City and Saranac
Episode #404 Monday, January 28 2013
During this episode of “Destination Michigan,” we’ll show off the amazing architecture of Harbor Springs' Earl Mead, and explore the brand new Discovery Museum in Mount Pleasant. Pat Harrison of Maple City is a master carver who is known as the "Lord of the Gourd," and we’ll show you why. Plus, Bob Garner travels to Saranac for an “egg”-cellent adventure!
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Destination Michigan “The Best of Bob Garner”
Episode #403 Monday, December 31 2012
Destination Michigan’s Bob Garner takes us to his favorite Michigan destinations.
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Clare, Lansing, Detroit and Isabella County
Episode #402 Monday, November 26 2012
During this episode of "Destination Michigan," we meet the Reindeer at the Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm in Clare; visit with the Michigan Humanities Council in Lansing, which has been providing cultural events and programs to the great state of Michigan for nearly forty years; and dish out a plateful of heaven brought down to Michigan with the unique history of the Coney Dog! Plus, we enjoy the sights and sounds of Isabella County’s Deerfield Park.
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Rogers City, Saginaw, Lansing and Munising
Episode #401 Monday, October 29 2012
In this all-new episode, we dig up the rich history and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Calcite Quarry in Rogers City. We’ll introduce you to sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks and visit the Saginaw museum that houses some of his innovative work. Discover quality cultural programs with The Michigan Humanities Council in Lansing. Plus, picture this: Bob Garner is our tour guide on a cruise of the Pictured Rocks in Munising.
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Waterloo, Lake Leelanau, Osceola County and Dimondale
Episode #308 Monday, June 25 2012
We’ll grab a mallet and play a game of Croquet at the Waterloo Croquet Club! We’ll take you back to the pioneer days at the Waterloo Farm Museum. What started off as a laundry error turned into a thriving Northern Michigan business - we’ll journey to Lake Leelanau to visit the wool clothing maker BaaBaaZuZu. The traditional art of quilting turns into a county wide art display….we’ll travel on the Osceola Quilt Trail. Plus Bob Garner strikes a pose with Dimondale wildlife photographer, Dave Kenyon.
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St. Johns, Flint and Merritt
Episode #307 Monday, May 28 2012
A visit to St. Johns takes us to one of the largest Mint Farms in the state. Meet the Hurand family and hear how their legacy in Flint is being preserved through sculpture and other works of art. Learn about a Flint woman who was behind the Flint Institute of Arts' Renaissance tapestry collection. Plus Bob Garner does his best Old McDonald imitation when he takes us to a dairy farm in the tiny town of Merritt.
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Alma, Thompsonville and Ludington
Episode #306 Monday, April 30 2012
It was the truck capitol of Mid Michigan in the early 1900’s….a trip back in time to explore Alma’s Republic Truck Company. We’ll travel to Thompsonville to visit the Michigan Legacy Art Park on 30 beautiful acres at Crystal Mountain Resort. Plus Bob Garner screams Ice Cream in Ludington!
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Beaver Island
Episode #305 Monday, March 19 2012
In this episode of “Destination Michigan” we explore the history and culture of Beaver Island, Michigan’s Emerald Isle.
Tune in to learn about an 1800’s Mormon leader who declared himself a ‘king’ on the island, visit an archaeological dig exploring the area’s Irish heritage, hear the story of an actor-turned-“doctor” who came from Eastern Europe to find inner peace, learn about the long-running fishing industry and discover how the residents traced their roots across the ocean to meet long-lost cousins in Ireland today.
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Cadillac, Lansing and Warren
Episode #304 Monday, February 27 2012
In this episode, Bob Garner takes us to Cadillac where he joins his long-time friend and professional walleye fisherman Mark Martin. Then, it’s off to Lansing for a look back in time at the Michigan Civil War flags collection. We also head to Warren for a look at Hugh Hatch's product Michigan Ice Cube Trays.
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Idlewild, Harbor Springs and Reed City
Episode #303
Monday, February 13 2012
“In this episode we go to a historic resort that’s reinventing itself in Idlewild and meet an Olympic-caliber equestrian competitor in Harbor Springs,” said Kurt Wilson, “Destination Michigan” host. “Plus, you’ll never guess what Bob Garner will find in the great little town of Reed City.”
Tune in for a look back in time at the historic African American community in Idlewild and meet the dedicated individuals working today to preserve Idlewild and their families’ memories there. Then saddle up and hit the trails in Harbor Springs as we visit the Brek-n-Ridge Farm. Bob Garner will round out the evening as he takes us to one of his favorite Michigan cities that encompasses charm, character and great food: we’ll get off the highway with Bob and visit Reed City.
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Bay City, Hubbard Lake and Alpena
Episode #302 Monday, January 30 2012
Come sail away in Bay City with the historic Tall Ships! Author Mike Cornelius introduces us to the beauty and the history of Hubbard Lake, and we take a tour of the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center and learn about the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Alpena. Plus, Bob Garner takes us to another one of his favorite towns!
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Mackinaw City, Elberta, Alpena, and Port Huron
Episode #301
Monday, January 23 2012
A historic village in Mackinaw City takes us back in time for a look at the history of the area. Take a trip to the Trick Dog Art Gallery in Elberta, and we’ll putt around at the state’s longest running miniature golf course in Alpena. Finally, it’s all aboard with Bob Garner and Michigan Out-of-Doors star Jenny Olsen on the Huron Lady II in Port Huron.
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Lansing, Mackinaw City, and Clare
Episode #206
We’ll take you on a historical journey to the State Capitol in Lansing. Plus we’ll go where few cameras have gone before…..behind closed doors and a trip to the tippy top of the dome! Tour the historic "Great Lakes Queen," the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mackinaw in Mackinaw City, and learn about her impact on Michigan's historyPlus, Bob Garner is under arrest….but for some reason he refuses to be bailed out….Bob spends a day with Cops & Doughnuts in Clare!
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Traverse City, Grayling and Lake City
Episode #205
Grab a bag of popcorn and a front row seat...we'll take a look at the history and restoration of the magnificent State Theater in Traverse City. Take a hike through the beauty of Grayling's historic Hartwick Pines and discover how the daughter of a lumber baron saved the White Pine forest from being cut down and lost forever. Toy collector Leon Vietzke of Traverse City shows us his collection of Trains, Erector Sets, Lincoln Logs, and American Bricks. Plus, Bob Garner pulls out a bow and lets his arrow go to Bohning Archery in Lake City. "Destination Michigan" is an original series on CMU Public Television, featuring WCMU's staff producers Sarah Adams, Courtney Brooks and Kurt Wilson, along with special features from television veteran and outdoor enthusiast Bob Garner. Don't miss this series celebrating the people and places of Michigan. Tune in to CMU Public Television Mondays at 7:30 p.m. for "Destination Michigan," with encore presentations Saturdays at 11 a.m.
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Bay City, Indian River, Traverse City, and Cadillac
Episode #204
Discover how Bay City went from a riverfront settlement to a booming lumbertown. Travel to Indian River to Paula’s Cafe where you’ll get a heaping portion of Northern Michigan hospitality. Enjoy beautiful music with the handmade harps of Traverse City’s Jerry Wares. Plus, Bob Garner fills up his bag of toys at Cadillac’s unique Toy Town!
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Gagetown, Fenton, St. Louis and Manistee
Episode #203
In this episode, one man’s dream of a magnificent showpiece near the tiny town of Gagetown is restored to its 1920’s splendor. You’ll hear the story of the Thumb Octagon Barn. And you’ve got to know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em—find out how the Genesee County community of Fenton got its name from a poker game.
From a photo to a stamp….lighthouse photos from Michigan and around the country now have a home on postage stamps thanks to the photography of Frank Sedlar of St. Louis. Plus--what came first: the salmon or the egg? Bob Garner takes us to the Little Manistee Weir near Manistee to show us how to harvest salmon.
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Petoskey, Mt. Pleasant, Cadillac and Falmouth
Episode #202
In this program, take a look back at turn-of-the-century life in Northern Michigan with a visit to Petoskey's Terrace Inn. Turn pieces of metal into works of art with Mt. Pleasant's Rose Wunderbaum Traines. To Fish...or not to Fish--that is the question with the amazing Fish Decoy carvings of Al Nelson in Cadillac. Learn what goes into each of Fred Petroskey's paintings. Plus, it's time to get some groceries and a little history lesson with Bob Garner at Ebel's General Store in Falmouth.
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Ludington, Cross Village, Charlevoix, Big Rapids and Chelsea
Episode #201
Bronze sculptures in Ludington tell the tale of the town’s colorful history. Enjoy the beauty and Polish heritage of Cross Village's Legs Inn. Experience the art of Meredith Krell and Steve Toornman in Charlevoix. Meet Big Rapids’ Bryan Galloup who makes beautiful music with his handmade guitars. Plus, Bob Garner takes us to Chelsea to introduce us to some one-armed bandits.
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Ludington, Grayling, Bellaire and Black Lake
Episode #105
In this episode, we break out the peanuts and crackerjack in Ludington with Detroit Tigers Historian Dr. Bill Anderson, have a coke and a smile at the Coca Cola Museum in Grayling, visit with Super Hero Sculptor and Extreme Pumpkin carver Ray Villafane from Bellaire, draw back the bow and let the arrow go with a look back at world renowned archer Fred Bear and his influence on Grayling, and Bob Garner takes us to Black Lake for the opening day of Sturgeon season.
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Traverse City, Alpena, Petoskey and Indian River
Episode #104
In this episode, take a walk back in time to look at the history of Traverse City. Discover more about mysterious pre-historic discs discovered along Alpena’s shoreline. You’ll meet Noah Creamer, a photographer in Traverse City who uses his photographs to make beautiful greeting cards, as well as Matt Koontz, a teacher at Petoskey High School who carves and plays flutes. Bob Garner also takes us to Indian River and finds the perfect spot for a shave, a haircut, some rumors, some gossip, and a whole lot of fun!
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Mackinaw City and Midland
Episode #103
In this episode, you’ll discover the history and transformation of the McGulpin Point Lighthouse west of Mackinaw City, as well as the beauty of Dahlia Hill in Midland.
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Cheboygan, Alpena and Glen Haven
Episode #102
In this episode, take a look back in time at the “Jewel of the North,” the historic Cheboygan Opera House; watch as Sea Cadets learn diving skills near Alpena; and travel to Glen Haven, the gateway to the beauty of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
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Cheboygan, Alpena and Benzonia
Episode #101
In this episode, take a walk back in time in the city of Cheboygan; hunt for fossils in Alpena with “PaleoJoe,” and journey to Benzonia to learn about award-winning author Bruce Catton.
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