40 Mile Pt. Lighthouse, Rogers City, MI
Video through the eyes of my DJI F550
40 Mile Point Lighthouse Michigan
We bicycled to Michigan's 40 Mile Point Lighthouse from Hoeft State Park. It was about 3 miles one-way on a nice asphalt path. The path also runs south along the Lake Huron shoreline to Roger's City.
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40 Mile Point Lighthouse Kicks-Off Open Season
The 40 Mile Point Lighthouse Society hosted an arts and craft show this weekend, to kick off the start of the season.
The Klein family returns to 40 Mile Point Lighthouse
A modern family of five takes us back to the 1900s. The Klein family lived in the 40 Mile Point Lighthouse for nearly two decades, in the '80s and '90s. They moved out and now they're back in. Let's take a look inside their historic home.
Forty Mile Point Lighthouse
Here's half-a-minute of the light operating during the 2007 Night At The Lighthouse Celebration.
Roger City Michigan | Vlog
Rogers City Michigan, trip to our grandparent's house and the beautiful city that they live in.
Parkour
Jumping off docks
Fireworks
Sunset
Rogers City is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 2,827 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Presque Isle County. The city is adjacent to Rogers Township, but is politically independent.
Rogers City is located on Lake Huron and is home to two salmon fishing tournaments. The world's largest open pit limestone quarry, the Port of Calcite, is located within the city limits and is one of the largest shipping ports on the Great Lakes.
The freighter, SS Carl D. Bradley, home port at Rogers City, sank in Lake Michigan on November 18, 1958. There were two survivors while 33 lost their lives. Of the 33 victims, 26 of the deceased were from Rogers City, with the others from nearby towns. Fiftieth anniversary memorial activities took place in 2008.
Rogers City Municipal Marina has nearly 100 slips, most on floating docks. There is a fishing platform on the east wall for breakwater fishing.
P. H. Hoeft State Park has one mile (1.6 km) of sandy shoreline and 301 acres (1.22 km2) on Lake Huron. Hiking trails run through the forest and along the lake. There is a 142 site campground. The day use area has a playground, picnic sites, and a beach. It was one of the fourteen original Michigan state parks, and the land was donated by lumber baron Paul H. Hoeft on January 2, 1922. It is a 'four season park' offering camping even in the winter.
Presque Isle County Historical Museum
A list and link for state historical markers is at Presque Isle County.
Memorial Day Weekend Open House including Afternoon of Arts & Crafts at Forty Mile Point Light
Presque Isle County Fair, Millersburg, Michigan, last weekend in June
Rogers City Nautical Festival, first complete weekend in August
Rogers City Salmon Tournament, second weekend in August
Posen Potato Festival, Posen, Michigan, first weekend in September
Annual Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival—Four days in second week in October, Forty Mile Point Open For Tours All Four Days
WHAK-AM 960 is the heritage station in Rogers City. All three local stations licensed to Rogers City now broadcast out of studios in Alpena, leaving Rogers City without a truly locally based station of its own.
The local newspaper, the Presque Isle County Advance, has served the area since 1878. The Advance made statewide news itself in February 2006, when it fell victim to a fire which also destroyed Big D's Pizza. Both businesses recovered, with Big D's moving to a new location and the Advance moving into an efficient new building on the same location as the old one 10 months later.
The Alpena News is also widely available in the area.
Rogers City Michigan | Vlog
Trip to our grandparent's house in Rogers City. Shows all of the activities that we partook in from walking in the woods to jumping off docks to shaving our heads randomly. Lots of really nice Sunsets. I made this video to work on my shot composition and to make a beautiful video.
~ I do not own any of the music
Rogers City is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 2,827 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Presque Isle County. The city is adjacent to Rogers Township, but is politically independent.
Rogers City is located on Lake Huron and is home to two salmon fishing tournaments. The world's largest open pit limestone quarry, the Port of Calcite, is located within the city limits and is one of the largest shipping ports on the Great Lakes.
The freighter, SS Carl D. Bradley, home port at Rogers City, sank in Lake Michigan on November 18, 1958. There were two survivors while 33 lost their lives. Of the 33 victims, 26 of the deceased were from Rogers City, with the others from nearby towns. Fiftieth anniversary memorial activities took place in 2008.
Rogers City Municipal Marina has nearly 100 slips, most on floating docks. There is a fishing platform on the east wall for breakwater fishing.
P. H. Hoeft State Park has one mile (1.6 km) of sandy shoreline and 301 acres (1.22 km2) on Lake Huron. Hiking trails run through the forest and along the lake. There is a 142 site campground. The day use area has a playground, picnic sites, and a beach. It was one of the fourteen original Michigan state parks, and the land was donated by lumber baron Paul H. Hoeft on January 2, 1922. It is a 'four season park' offering camping even in the winter.
Presque Isle County Historical Museum
A list and link for state historical markers is at Presque Isle County.
Memorial Day Weekend Open House including Afternoon of Arts & Crafts at Forty Mile Point Light
Presque Isle County Fair, Millersburg, Michigan, last weekend in June
Rogers City Nautical Festival, first complete weekend in August
Rogers City Salmon Tournament, second weekend in August
Posen Potato Festival, Posen, Michigan, first weekend in September
Annual Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival—Four days in second week in October, Forty Mile Point Open For Tours All Four Days
WHAK-AM 960 is the heritage station in Rogers City. All three local stations licensed to Rogers City now broadcast out of studios in Alpena, leaving Rogers City without a truly locally based station of its own.
The local newspaper, the Presque Isle County Advance, has served the area since 1878. The Advance made statewide news itself in February 2006, when it fell victim to a fire which also destroyed Big D's Pizza. Both businesses recovered, with Big D's moving to a new location and the Advance moving into an efficient new building on the same location as the old one 10 months later.
The Alpena News is also widely available in the area.
Evergreen Beach, Rogers City,MI
360 degrees on 60 seconds (almost)
CMU students excavate historical Michigan lighthouse artifacts
Central Michigan University anthropology students recently unearthed artifacts at the 40 Mile Point Lighthouse in Rogers City as part of the university’s Archaeological Field School. Read more:
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Hoeft State Park Michigan cool camper set up of our next door neighbors Tom and Jody.
Events Filmed in Rogers City, Michigan During the 1960's and 1970's
Joseph Smith's (my grandfather) home movie film from the 1960's and 1970's.
Michigan Shoreline Lighthouses
In this video of Michigan Lighthouse we go around the perimeter of the state starting with the east coast to the northern coast and down the west coast. We used a Phantom 4 Pro V2 which is available here We also used a goPro Hero 6 available here We mounted the Go Pro with Ram Mounts.
This is by no means a complete tour of lighthouses in Michigan as there are 124 remaining lighthouses. In this video we shot 10 of the 13 major lighthouses along the shoreline. We skipped Tthe two near Traverse City (Grand Traverse & Old Mission), simply because it was several miles up a island to get to them and did not have the time. We also skipped Grand Haven South Pierhead Inner Light because it was raining when we drove thorough there.
Although the video starts with a sunrise over the Mackinac Bridge, we started the tour of lighthouse on the south eastern coast in Port Huron, Fort Gratiot Lighthouse which as a 1829 military fort. On the drive up the coast between Fort Gratiot & Sturgeon Point was a great Mexicon Food Trailer, Tony's Tacos, Authentic Mexican Food, in Standish, MI. I highly reccomend stopping there, sure beats the typical fast food chains.
Some of our favorites were Big Sable Point & Little Sable Point, both over 100 feet and on the pristine part of the Beach. It is a 2 mile walk to Big Sable Point, as you'll see us in the video. Also the drive from Port Betsie to Big Sable Point was inpressive. Our GPS took us though some of the dirt roads of truly Pure Michigan. At times I wondered if my GPS was guiding me right, but it was. It was an enjoyable ride as you'll see my Toy Poodle, Bella enjoying the scenery as well.
We started and eneded with a sunset at Mackinaw City on the northern coast. We will be posting a separate video showing Mackinac City. This is a great area to spend a weekend, plenty of hotels. It has 2 lighthouses. The most impressive of the two lighthouses is Old Mackinac Point which is part of Historic Colonial Michilimackinac. The other Lighthouse in Mackinac City is McGulpin Point which was about 3 miles away from the main downtown area of Mackinac City, and kind of secluded in a forest.
The other Lighthouses on east coast we feature are 40 Mile Point Lighthouse in Rogers City and the New Presque Isle and Old Presque Isle Lighthouse. Currenlty the Old Presque Isle is not open to the public. The Sturgeon Point Lighthouse is very similiar to the New Presque Isle Lighthouse. The other we feature on the west coast, probably technically is not big enough to be considered a lighthouse is the Charlevoix South Pier Light Station.
14 Mile point lighthouse June 2014
The highlight of the summer of 2014 was the trek through woods and incredible shoreline along Lake Superior.
The All-American Bucket List: 50 Iconic Adventures for Each of the 50 States
If 'visit all 50 states' is already on your list, here's what to do, see, and experience while you're in each one.
Harness your inner astronaut at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This Smithsonian affiliate museum has an extensive collection of space artifacts, rockets, spacecrafts, and simulators.
The aurora borealis is thought of by many to be the most stunning natural light show on Earth. The spectacle appears most frequently appear over Fairbanks and Anchorage, Alaska, in the winter months between September and early April.
What would a bucket list be without a trip to the Grand Canyon? Head to the popular South Rim on the Arizona side of the canyon for a quick visit, or the more secluded North Rim for a more involved trip.
For a small fee, you can search for stones at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas. The world's most perfect diamond and North America's largest diamond were both found here.
Bask in the shadows of the tallest trees on Earth at Redwood National & State Parks. The tallest tree here (and in the world) stretches 359 feet into the sky.
If you don't mind the 8.5-mile hike up Conundrum Creek Trail, you're in for a treat: the 100-degree hot springs at the top. Set up camp nearby and head to the water for stunning views of the mountains during the day and the stars at night.
Experience the untouched Connecticut River Valley the way American's did a century ago—via steam train and riverboat. Thistwo-part tourthrough the countryside is especially gorgeous during fall, when the leaves reach peak color.
In the warmer months, partake in the American pastime of floating down rivers.Delaware Todayrecommends parking one car at Thompson's Bridge in Wilmington, and launching by the Brandywine River Museum. Bring along a drink or two for the calm two-hour float.
Each spring, Washington, D.C., is blanketed in pink when its thousands of cherry trees come into bloom. The National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates their beauty and honors the friendship between the United States and Japan, the country that gifted us these flowering trees.
Assuming you've alreadyhit up Walt Disney World, use your next trip to the sunshine state to visit the Everglades. This unique ecosystem is known for its wildlife and is home to crocodiles, Florida panthers, and a host of birds.
According to Southern Living, Jones Street in Savannah, Georgia, is the 'most beautiful street in North America.' Savannah itself—known for its hanging Spanish moss and historic town squares—is a worthy bucket list item in its own right.
Pay tribute to the events of December 7, 1941, by visiting theWorld War II Valor in the Pacific National Monumentat Honolulu, Hawaii. The USS Arizona Memorial, accessible only by boat, marks the final resting spot for 1,102 of the 1,177 sailors and Marines killed on the ship.
Reaching the top of Silver Mountain in Kellogg, Idaho, would ordinarily be a trek. But with the help of a gondola lift, the ascent is a bit easier.
Visit the John Hancock Center in Chicago, Illinois, to get a mile-high drink at the 95th floor bar and lounge. TheSignature Roomis known for its stunning panoramic views of the city.
Visit the world's largest painted ball in Alexandria, Indiana. Michael Carmichael began the project more than 50 years ago after dropping a ball in paint.
The 296-foot longFenelon Place Elevatorin Dubuque, Iowa, is claimed to be the shortest and steepest railroad in the world. The elevator was built in 1882 for private use and opened to the public two years later.
TheKansas Underground Salt Museumin Hutchinson, Kansas, is built within one of the world’s largest deposits of rock salt. To get there, you’ll take an electric tram 650 feet below ground.
Grab your hat and head to Louisville, Kentucky, for the Kentucky Derby. This historic race, also known as the greatest two minutes in sports, has been run every year since 1875 and is held annually on the first Saturday in May.
Depending on the date of Easter, Mardi Gras can fall on any Tuesday between February and March. But it's not just a one-day affair—parades and parties take place up to two weeks ahead of the big day.
Nosh on this coastal classic at a lobster shack by the water. Maine Today recommendsThe Lobster Shack at Two Lightsin Portland.
What better place to go for a sail than in the sailing capital of the United States? Located in the heart of the Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis, Maryland, has some of the best conditions in the country.
In the days leading up to Halloween, Salem, Massachusetts, throws the ultimate bash. Venture to the spooky site of the Salem Witch Trials for parades, costume balls, historical tours, and haunted houses.
Visit the40 Mile Point Lighthousein Rogers City, Michigan, for beautiful views of Lake Huron. And don’t miss the century-old Joseph S. Fay shipwreck, which lays just a short trail walk from the lighthouse.
Ely, Minnesota—the so-called sled dog capitol of the U.S.—is sure to ignite your inne
Thunder Bay Shipwrecks: Joseph S. Fay
The dynamic Joseph S. Fay wreck site lies in two parts at 40 Mile Point Lighthouse, near Rogers City in the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A long stretch of the bulk freighter's starboard side rests on the beach by the lighthouse, and its stern, rudder, keelsons, and port sides lay in 17 feet of water just offshore. The Joseph S. Fay encountered a strong gale in Northern Lake Huron and hit the rocks at 40 Mile Point, breaking its tow line to the schooner barge D.P. Rhodes and stranding the Fay near shore. The submerged portion is easily accessible by snorkel, shore dive, or kayak from 40 Mile Point Lighthouse, just look for the white NOAA shipwreck buoy! Parts of its iron ore cargo can still be seen on the wrecksite! To see artifacts and learn more history about this enormous bulk freighter, visit the 40 Mile Point Light Keeper's House, and the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center in Alpena.
Roger swimming
Roger swimming in Mullett Lake, MI
LMB Sunrise Adventure Tour - Rogers City, MI June 18, 19, 20, 2010
Premier Michigan bicycle tour sponsored by the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Thank you Anne and Rich (and all the volunteers at the SAG stops) -- great rides!
More info. on organized rides at lmb.org
Snorkeling in Lake Huron near Rogers City, MI
Ocqueoc Falls: A northern Michigan delight
This clip shows a bit of the free fun available at Ocqueoc Falls in northern lower Michigan. Our daughter and grandkids spent nearly two hours in the pool below the falls, a popular gathering spot in the summer. Just west of Rogers City.
Presque Isle
Presque Isle Canoe Trip