The legend of sleeping bear dunes ready by margaret kingahmed. After a trip to sleeping bear dunes, my 15 year old was going to give this to the 2 year old who she babysits. In 1995, he illustrated his first childrens book, the legend of sleeping bear. Just a stones throw from the riverside canoe livery, put your tubes,kayaks,canoes or any floatation device across the street and down just a few houses the float out to lake michigan within a couple hours. Sleeping bear dunes lake michigan facts and pictures. From the friendly greeting to the touch of crisp linens to the smell of a gourmet breakfast, you will know you have arrived at the place to rest and renew your energy. This northern michigan park was established primarily because of. As you can see from all of the posts on our site that sleeping bear dunes is one of the places in michigan that we visit every year. More than ten years later, this story of enduring maternal love continues to resonate with readers young and.
Visit sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore in traverse. Fleeing from a forest fire, a mother bear urges her two cubs into the watery shelter of a vast. Welcome to the official facebook page for sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore. You can shop online for books and merchandise related to sleeping bear dunes. A free 10panel map of the sleeping bear dunes and leelanau county including popular attractions in the national park, things to see and do, restaurants, shops, museums, and wineries. Whether youre traveling with friends, family, or even pets, vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and kitchens. Photographs of the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore thomas kachadurian on. A national lakeshore alphabet wargin, kathyjo, frankenhuyzen, gijsbert van on. The park covers a 35milelong 56 km stretch of lake michigans eastern coastline, as well as north and south manitou islands. The book is based on a native american legend of the creation of the dunes and islands at sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore. In 1998 writer kathyjo wargin and nature artist gijsbert van frankenhuyzen combined their talents to bring the legend of sleeping bear to life.
Kathyjo wargin is the author of more than 45 books and has earned national acclaim through awardwinning childrens classics such as michigans official state book, the legend of sleeping bear, childrens choice award winner the legend of the loon, the edmund fitzgerald. A stunning and beautiful book showcasing the legendary sleeping bear dunes. Apr 24, 2010 10 reasons to visit sleeping bear dunes. Jul 12, 2017 one place in michigan that is a favorite of ours to visit is sleeping bear dunes lake michigan and if you havent ever been, you should add it to your traveling bucket list. Our goal is to provide books that enrich childrens lives through stories that blend entertaining text with. The lodge at sleeping bear resort this stunning hand hewn log home with its covered wraparound porch and spectacular view of the peaceful and serene herendeene lake is the setting for your quintessential northern michigan vacation. Visit sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore in traverse city. The bears swam for many hours, but eventually the cubs tired and lagged behind. Sleeping bear press is a childrens book publisher located in ann arbor, michigan.
Sleeping bear dunes gets its name from a chippewa legend that tells the story of a mother bear and her two cubs who. Click hereto order a detailed map and a guide tosouth manitou island. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, empire, mi. Im from michigan and have been to the sleeping bear dunes and ive never heard this legend until now. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore is a national park in glen arbor. Sleeping bear dunes and pictured rocks national lakeshores view of sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore along lake michigan, as seen from the end of the empire bluff trail. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Choose from more than 1,500 properties, ideal house rentals for families, groups and couples.
Blending art, history, and science, the book contains vivid pictures, fascinating facts, and helpful graphics and maps to provide a colorful tour of this precious geological and environmental area. The lodge is filled with log beds, hand made custom cabinetry and furniture, carvings created by local artisans and is decorated with unique local artifacts that make this home truly oneofakind. Cabin on sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, michigan. In fact, that story is michigans official childrens book. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore empire 2020 all.
Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore is a united states national lakeshore located along the northwest coast of the lower peninsula of michigan in leelanau and benzie counties near empire, michigan. Park store sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore u. Dearborn public schools celebrates march is reading month with books from sleeping bear press. Sleeping bear dunes are a type of dune system called perched dunes. The platte riverlocated at the southern edge of the dunesis a highway for. Sleeping bear dunes relax and give way to the uncommon pleasures of tranquil, naturally beautiful settings that many of our locations have to offer.
Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore visited with carlos, paqui, mom, isabel and raquel wikipedia, the free encyclopedia sleeping bear dunes, national lakeshore, mi fun memories from family reunions. This beautiful log home is located 15 minutes west of traverse city and 15 minutes away from sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore voted most beautiful place in america by good morning america, august 2011. Our new book celebrates the worldfamous sleeping bear dunes areaits land and peoplefrom prehistoric to modern times. The legend of sleeping bear dunes ready by margaret king. See why the sleeping bear dunes are a favorite destination in northern michigan and what they have to offer. The result is certainly best for the health of the dunes, but it. This stunning hand hewn log home with its covered wraparound porch and spectacular view of the peaceful and serene herendeene lake is the setting for your quintessential northern michigan vacation. Today, the trucks have been pressed into service by manitou island transit and far fewer people get back into the real dunes. Indigo bluffs sleepy bear campground sleeping bear dunes. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore also contains many cultural features including an 1871 lighthouse, three former lifesaving servicecoast guard stations and an extensive rural historic farm district. Kathyjo wargin kathyjo wargin is the author of more than 45 books and has earned national acclaim through awardwinning childrens classics such as michigans official state book, the legend of sleeping bear, childrens choice award winner the legend of the loon, the edmund fitzgerald.
Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to explore the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, which is located along the northwest. A new book by the friends of sleeping bear celebrates the worldfamous sleeping bear dunes area, its land and people, from prehistoric to modern times. The south manitou island cub is resting nearby the. Our book celebrates the worldfamous sleeping bear dunes areaits land and peoplefrom prehistoric to modern times. Best camping in and near sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore.
And the story of what happens once mother bear reaches the far shore becomes the legend behind the natural wonder known as sleeping bear dune. Today the dunes look slightly different, in large part because of fire suppression which has allowed the grasses to stabilize some of the sandier areas. A read aloud of the legend of sleeping bear by kathyjo wargin. Following the alphabet this book uses poetry and expository text to explore the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore. Camping fees are in addition to the standard park entrance fee including camping on north and south manitou island. This new built home is nestled at the foot of the sleepy bear dunes, national forest, a and across the road from the south platte river. The northern michigan towns adjacent to the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore are both quaint launchpads for your dunes adventures or perfect northern michigan vacation pitstops to. Sleeping bear dunes, large complex of shifting sand dunes, extending 7 miles 11 km along the northeastern shore of lake michigan between empire and glen haven, in the northwestern part of the lower peninsula of michigan, u. Beautiful sleeping bear dunes, an 8 x 10 softcover photo book brings this landscape of dunes, water and woods to life. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore home facebook. Camping at sleeping bear dunes july 18 to 22, 2012. Plan your road trip to sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore in mi with roadtrippers.
Sleeping bear dunes is a magical place to vacation. The center is located in empire and is open year round except for. The road guide to sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore is a handy reference that includes driving directions and mileage to popular locations within the park. Sleeping bear dunes map from the official brochure.
Mother bear reached the shore and climbed to the top of a high bluff to watch and wait for her cubs. Jan 31, 2012 with the coming of the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, the days of the dune rides were numbered and in 1978 the dune rides ceased altogether. Mar 25, 2020 a place in which to play, dream, refresh, create. Sleeping bear dunes empire 2020 all you need to know. Things to do near sleeping bear dunes on tripadvisor. Sleeping bear dunes and pictured rocks national lakeshores. One place in michigan that is a favorite of ours to visit is sleeping bear dunes lake michigan and if you havent ever been, you should add it to your traveling bucket list. Senior pass and access pass holders receive a 50% discount on camping fees. The south manitou island cub is resting nearby the momma bear the sleeping bear dunes. Pierce stocking scenic drive and sleeping bear dunes park visitor center are also within 6 mi 10 km. The legend of sleeping bear by kathyjo wargin goodreads.
The friends of sleeping bear dunes publishes inexpensive visitor guide booklets covering a wide variety of topics from visitor information, area history, and environmental or scientific topics related to the park. Sleeping bear dunes vacation rental vacation getaway. The legend of sleeping bear is the story of a mothers eternal devotion to her young. View of sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore along lake michigan, as seen from the end of the empire bluff trail. Here is the main sleeping bear dunes map which shows the points of interest on the mainland as well as the manitou islands. Book the best cabins near sleeping bear dunes this cozy family cabin is located in glen arbor, michigan, near the sleeping bear dunes lakeshore, and can accommodate up to eight guests. Your vacation will be stress free and full of adventure. Many extensive research reports have been written about these topics. Katharine crawford robey is the author of two other childrens books, hare and the big green. The life of the sleeping bear book friends of sleeping. Sleeping bear dunes dunes, michigan, united states. Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450 above lake michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of sleeping bear dunes.
Sleeping bear dunes getaway vacation rental will help you forget your worries of every day life. Sleeping bear dunes national lake shore even won the title of good morning americas most beautiful place in america in 2011. Discover a selection of 1,500 vacation rentals in sleeping bear dunes that are perfect for your trip. One day, a roaring fire swept through the woods, burning everything from horizon to horizon and driving mishe mokwa, her cubs and all the animals before it. Camping near sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore is easy with hipcamp, where private landowners offer oneofakind camping experiences. See all 4 sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore tours on tripadvisor. Apr 30, 2014 the northern michigan towns adjacent to the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore are both quaint launchpads for your dunes adventures or perfect northern michigan vacation pitstops to enjoy a. The legend of sleeping bear long ago, along the wisconsin shoreline, a mother bear and her two cubs were driven into lake michigan by a raging forest fire. Through the years, the shape of sleeping bear dunes has changed. Click the image to view a full size jpg 700 kb or download the pdf 6. Rent a whole home for your next weekend or holiday.
The book, the legend of sleeping bear, by kathyjo wargin directions. The life of the sleeping bear book friends of sleeping bear dunes. Situated in empire, this romantic vacation home is within 3 mi 5 km of sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, glen lake, and little glen lake. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, empire, michigandubbed the hidden riviera of america, the cluster of. Anyone who has ever visited the sleeping bear sand dunes in northern michigan knows their beauty. Sleepybear campground is a privately owned campground that has hosted thousands of concertgoers over the past 30 years providing the safest, funnest way to enjoy bands and events with campers looking for the same vibe. Dec 30, 2012 anyone who has ever visited the sleeping bear sand dunes in northern michigan knows their beauty. This is a perfect way to discover the area if you are a first time visitor or to spend some time with friends and family. Sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore susan stites on. The life of the sleeping bear book friends of sleeping bear. The top 10 things to do near sleeping bear dunes, empire.
This year we visited with our friends in the middle of july. Feb 27, 2017 a read aloud of the legend of sleeping bear by kathyjo wargin. You will find a wide variety of activities for every age available to you at the lakeshore. Blending art, history, and science, the book contains vivid pictures, fascinating facts, and helpful graphics and maps to provide a colorful tour of. South manitous most impressive features are the perched. With the coming of the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, the days of the dune rides were numbered and in 1978 the dune rides ceased altogether. Michigan state childrens book the legend of sleeping bear. Part of sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, south manitou island is located 18 miles west of leland and is the southernmost island of a lake michigan archipelago that stretches northeast to the straits of mackinac and includes north manitou island and beaver island. We recommend booking sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Eastern national operates the three bookstores at sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore. Nestled in the rolling hills of the leelanau peninsula, the restful retreat of sleeping bear bed and breakfast awaits.