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Michigan was admitted to the union on January 26, 1837, the 26th state. It's population is 9.3 million, 8th among the 50 states. It covers 58,216 square miles, 23rd among the 50 states. There are 38,575 square miles of Great Lakes water area. And 3,288 miles of shore line on four of the five Great Lakes. |
Come and explore this wonderful state with the following links.
Michigan Home PageThe best place to begin your journey of exploration of the Great Lake State. You can get calendar of events, lodging and state information. Beautiful pictures of it's land and other related links.
State CampgroundsIf you like to rough it then you sure will need this list. It offers addresses and phone numbers for all of Michigan's state campgrounds.
Mackinac IslandThis is a must on your travels. On Mackinac Island there are no motorized vehicles allowed except for emergency vehicles. You can take a horse drawn taxi, horseback, bike or on foot to explore this tiny island of less then 3 miles wide. The movie "Somewhere in Time", starring Christopher Reeves, was shot on location here at the exquisite Grand Hotel.
Visitors BureausYou can find out where they are located across the state. Need a map? Information on light houses? This link will help you get the information you want.
Michigan's Travelers CompanionWould you like more information for a certain city? Like to know about Bed and Breakfasts, motel and hotel? Find the city you're interested in and take a look. It also provides detailed maps for that area.
Are you getting ready to go to college and like more information on the colleges in Michigan? Just find your college and get the info you need.
Tenneco Automotive Grand Prix of Detroit This is one of the biggest events in Detroit. It started out as Formula 1 back in 1981. It later was changed to Indy cars. You can get course and tickets information. Also info on race events and history of the Detroit GP.
Detroit Red Wings Hockey Team 96-97 hockey schedule. Ever wonder what them players get paid? Well come see what the salaries were for the 95-96 season. Joe Louis Area information and you can also join a mailing list.
Detroit Pistons Basketball Team Updated as of 8-8-96 on Coach Collins and staff. FAQ's, merchandise, game schedule and information on the Palace of Auburn Hills, home of the Pistons.
Detroit Lions Football Team Stats and facts on the team. A little history and trivia area. Previews for upcoming games and merchandise.
Detroit Tigers Baseball Team Latest info on trades and acquisitions. American League Standings, rosters, stats and records. A map of the stadium and photo gallery.
Now that you've learned a little about Michigan you probably want to come and experience it in person, right?? Then this next link is a MUST when flying into the Motor City Detroit.Detroit Metro Airport This site gives invaluable information on terminals, airlines, construction, parking and car rentals. It has visitor guide to sites to see in the area too.
The Edmund Fitzgerald So you've heard of the Edmund Fitzgerald and all you know is it was a ship?? This site has information on the wreck of the E.F., and theories of how it happened. The names of the 29 crewmen that went down with her and the expedition in 1994 to the wreck. This site was written by Mary Wilhelm whose father was one of the missing aboard the E.F.
Mackinac Island in the fall.