One of the top reasons to meet or hold reunions in Southwest Michigan is the abundance of ways you can strengthen bonds, fortify relationships and deepen trust and respect. Solidify your team by. raising the sails of a replica 1810 sloop. Share the thrill of reeling in a feisty salmon or sinking putts on a Senior PGA championship course. Push your limits by throwing axes, cable wakeboarding or mountain biking white-knuckle trails. Or unwind together in your free time, tasting craft beverages, paddling scenic rivers, harvesting fresh fruits and vegetables or taking cooking or glass-making classes. Even the most disparate groups grow closer.
There is no shortage of ways to play outside in Southwest Michigan. And that applies to all ages! Each season offers several ways to take in the beautiful scenery while boosting those endorphins and getting fresh air. In the winter, enjoy snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, sledding and fat tire biking. Spring and summer boast thrilling bike rides, swimming, fishing, sailing, hiking, kayaking and even surfing for those brave enough to try something new. And fall, a vibrant and colorful moment in our region, offers the chance to do much of the above while surrounded by a canopy of changing leaves. Find something perfect for you and your crew, and enjoy the outdoors in Southwest Michigan.
When you are looking for unique things to do in our region, don’t overlook our most popular experiences! Whether you swing by Lake Michigan’s shoreline, tour the iconic St. Joseph lighthouses or voyage on the Southwest Michigan Cycleboat, there are endless must-dos here that add to the fun. We highly recommend visiting these favorite attractions in Southwest Michigan!
Our region is home to several art galleries, boutiques and chain department stores. Shop for locally handmade art and home decor, apparel to remember your time in Southwest Michigan, goods to add to your kitchen, keepsakes and stylish clothing that fewer people will have. In between all your activities, stroll through our charming downtowns and enjoy shopping in Southwest Michigan.
Perhaps it’s the Big Lake, the towering dunes and the countryside that rolls like waves, but Southwest Michigan has always attracted inspiring artists, performers, musicians, writers, poets and craft beverage makers. Bring your group to our theatres, gallery exhibits, live music events, Makers Trail, historic sites and good-time fairs and festivals. It will open their minds, ignite their passions and spark exciting ideas, real solutions, much-needed changes and an enthusiasm your competitors will covet.