Fall Issue '24

 

Swimming, Sighting, and Navigating the Waters of Life

By Jeannette Stawski

While drawing parallels from the experience and vantage point of swimming across the Straits of Mackinac, author and outdoor industry professional Jeannette Stawski reflects on a challenging timespace of physical setbacks and compounded loss.

Bossy: Cheese, Farming, & Love

By Sue Kurta & Emma Boonstra

Sue Kurta of Boss Mouse Artisan Cheese drops some well-earned knowledge, insight, and advice for all who wish to be their own boss, in business or just simply in life.

 

Finding True North: A Former Military Lawyer’s Journey to Connect and Empower

By Josh Traeger

After a career traveling the world trying cases at the highest levels of military courts, Josh Traeger reimagines his focus and direction as a Northern Michigan lawyer committed to supporting and positively impacting the local community.

 

Detroit to Gloryland

By Garrett Dempsey

Inspired by a life-changing trip bringing eight Detroit youth to visit Yosemite, outdoor industry professional Garrett Dempsey pens a deep-rooted tale of history, human connection, hope, and progress.

 

The Lake Inside: A Musician from the North Country Makes a Full Circle Journey Home

By Annette Summersett

Musician and music producer Annette Summersett speaks to her deep connections to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the tragic loss that propelled her to the West Coast, and how love and an innate calling brought her back to the Great Lakes.

 

Tapping Into a Dream

By Andrew Largent

Professional brewer Andrew Largent weaves together the story of a career built from working with several of the most well-known breweries across the Grand Traverse Region and beyond, and taking on his newest challenge of co-ownership at Loco Boys Brewing in Traverse City.