Across the Midwest Mushroom hunters are heading to the
woods in search of these culinary favorites. Morel's are
mine, and not far away in Benzie County, Michigan the season
is ripe for mushroom hunting. If you're not interested in
Mushroom hunting that's fine too because Benzie County has
lush woodlands, and natural paths running along old railroad
tracks that are ideal for a day out hiking or biking.
The forests, dunes and bluffs of Sleeping Bear Dunes
National Lakeshore and Pere Marquette State Forest are also
a great place for enjoying the outdoors. Between the two you
can enjoy over 100 miles of hiking and biking trails and
wildlife habitats, which are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts
and nature lovers.
If you prefer a getaway near the water you're in luck,
Benzie County has 25 miles of Lake Michigan coastline, 57
inland lakes, and the southern portion of the Sleeping Bear
Dunes National Lakeshore to enjoy. Bring along family and
friends and make a weekend of it. Our kids have enjoyed
years of fun in Michigan, and there's so much to do or relax
and do nothing at all if that's what you prefer; it's your
getaway - just have fun!
If you are interested in morel mushroom hunting, the late
spring is a great time to visit Benzie County. The general
timetable to find morel mushrooms is from around the end of
April through end of May. Then again, the Fall is also a
great season to go mushroom hunting as well in Michigan. The
best way to find out what the current conditions for
mushrooming hunting in Benzie County is to visit http://www.northerncountrymorels.com.
The Honor Motel in Honor, Michigan has several
great packages available at their cozy 16 room motel.
Amenities include Cable TV, refrigerator and microwave, and
in-room coffee within a small town country setting. The
Honor Motel is within walking distance of Papa J’s Pizzeria
and Diner, a 50’s style diner, for great breakfasts,
lunches, or dinners.
The Honor Motel is just about 15 minutes from Sleeping
Bear Dunes, and can help locate a mushroom hunting guide to
show guests where to find morels, what to look for, and
other practical advice to make the experience not only
pleasurable but safe and educational. They can also offering
suggestions on other recreation opportunities in the area as
well. For current packages available and to plan your
getaway at the Honor Motel call 231-325-3471 or see www.honormotel.com
