PLEASE NOTE: The following information is from the 2013 Cottage & Lakefront Living Show.
Join noted travel author Jim DuFresne as his shows why Sleeping Bear and Michigan's other national parks are such stunning jewels and worthy destinations for travelers!
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Presented by Mary Wilson, MSU Extension Horticulture Educator
Presented by Rebecca Finneran, MSU Extension Horticulture Editor
Presented by Gretchen Voyle, MSU Extension Horticulture Educator
Presented by Robert Bricault, MSU Extension Horticulture Educator
Presented by Dr. David Smitley, MSU Department of Entemology
Presented by Hal Hudson, MSU Extension Horticulture Educator
Presented by Gary Heilig, MSU Extension Horticulture Educator
This new seminar is a “must” for anyone who is interested in waterfront property in Michigan
Come join the fun and learn how to make towers, doors, windows and stairs from professional sand sculptor Janet Schrader!
Kids of all ages learn how to make sand cannon balls and throw them at toy soldiers guarding the castle ramparts, then stomp the castle to the ground!
Our seminar stage features seminars on birding, succession planning, environmental practices and much much more!
Learn the secrets of Cottage Succession planning to help you turn over the cottage to the next generation.
Want to get into birdwatching, but don't know where to start? Let the Detroit Audubon Society show you how to make birdwatching fun & exciting!
Get tips on taking great nature photos around your cottage through the lens of professional photographer Dallas Carlson.
Unique handmade gifts in a cash and carry setting.
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A main street inspired marketplace full of unique cash-and-carry items.
Work on the community puzzle, pin your cottage on a map, pick up a shirt or mug from the show, or a book from Horizon Books in Traverse City, or just RELAX!
Looking for a cottage to rent for a couple weeks? Or perhaps one to buy? Or maybe you're selling / renting your own! Check out the board!
Check out this list of great songs for lakeside living!
Take a seat and let the kids play on our giant sandbox that we call The Beach!
Watch as professional sand sculptor Janet Schrader builds a giant sandcastle!
Witness the building of a SUP (Stand Up Board) before your eyes! Dreamcatcher Boats will be assembling one in their booth, #1216.
The Antique & Classic Boat Society is bringing in some beautifully restored antique boats for display!
The Log and Timber Frame Showcase highlights different floor plans, profiles, roof options, log species and packages!
We've picked the top ten, now you decide which you think best depicts the spirit of Cottage & Lakefront Living! The winning photographer will win a new camera from Woodward Camera!
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On Friday from 5pm - 7pm, join Doug FM for a Scavenger Hunt around the show!
Sign up on Saturday to participate in the Cottage & Lakefront Living Show Sand Castle Contest brought to you by WDVD 96.3 FM!
Register at the show to win a beautifully finished Bourbon Barrel Bench!
Thanks to the Novi Public Library, who put together a fabulous book list, perfect for lazy days at the cottage!
Get $2 off Coupons at participating Novi area Wendy's Restaurants!