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GRAYLING
by MyNorth
Around Town
SHOP LOCAL With more than 40 shops under one roof, The Old Lumberyard Shoppes is your go-to stop for gifting (be sure to hit Up North Apparel & Gifts while you’re there!). Tip’n the Mitten is a must for all things made in Michigan. Art lovers, check out Main Branch Gallery and AuSable Artisan Village. Outdoors lovers, you’ll rejoice at Northbound Outfitters and Ron’s Fly Shop.
MAKE MERRY Warm up at Paddle Hard Brewing—order an artisan flatbread pizza or panini, and don’t forget to toast winter with a barrel-aged stout or a handcrafted cocktail. paddlehardbrewing.com
SANTA’S SECRET Next door to Paddle Hard, you’ll find Coffee by Steph, offering everything from seasonal drinks and freshly roasted coffee to smoothies and treats (like her homemade pop tarts!). Grab a gift card to keep your loved ones cozy this winter. coffeebysteph.com
WINTER WONDERLAND Hanson Hills has it all: downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing and 35 km of groomed Nordic ski trails. Get out there! hansonhills.org
HOLIDAY EVENTS Nov. 19 Christmas Walk Dec. 1 Holiday After Hours with Grayling Chamber, Paddle Hard Brewing Dec. 1 Holiday After Hours with Grayling Chamber, Paddle Hard Brewing
photo by Traci Cook
GRAYLING
This city is a charmer. Our recommendation: Spend a day outdoors at Hanson Hills. Then head downtown to warm up, do a little holiday shopping and grab a bite.
by ALLISON JARRELL
