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06 West Michigan 12 Camping 16 Agriculture 20 Social Districts 24 Water Adventures 28 History 35 Drink Local 42 Golf 44 Festivals and Events directory 48 South Region 60 Central Region 72 North Region 82 Upper Peninsula

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Event Calendar Top Adventure Destinations Our Frosty Favorites Romantic Escapes We Love Tie the Knot Welcome to Your Home Away from Home Our Favorites: Places to Stay Off-Grid Adventures Where to Find

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Our Favorites: Places to Eat Sip & Savour

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Kids & Family Favorites Accessing West Michigan Handpicked Farmers Markets West Michigan Photo Contest Cultural Hotspots West Michigan Bucket List

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Small Town Gems Art-Lovers Guide

Sun & Sand Your Gr eat Outdoors Guide

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Cover Photo by Lillian Dotzlaf Hoffmaster State Park, Norton Shores “Bro thers share a special moment perched on a dune on top of Lake Michigan.”

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Christine Shlagor - Montague

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West Michigan Tourist Association | WMTA.org