My name is Erin – author of the Great Lakes Mindset blog and lifelong resident of the Great Lakes region. I have traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada, including visits to 46 states, 27 national parks, forests, monuments, mountains, and coastlines. Through my travels, I have learned to appreciate the wealth of beauty throughout the country, and also my love for the Great Lakes region. I am proud to call this beautiful area home!
Professionally, I have taught Environmental Science, Geology and Geography for 20+ years. I am always in search of a new adventure. Lake Superior, known in the Ojibwe language as Gichigami, or Gitche Gumee, keeps me in constant awe. It is my lifelong mission to protect the Great Lakes ecosystem.
On the personal side, I am an avid runner, hiker, biker, skier, and photographer. I am a true rock hound and love to comb beaches for unique treasures, fossils, and beach glass. There is nothing like the tranquility of a quiet beach or the dynamic sound of crashing waves.
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April 1, 2025 by Erin
Marquette Michigan, located on the southern shore of Lake Superior, is the largest city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Home to 20,000+ residents and known for outdoor recreation opportunities, this historic city on Lake Superior’s southern shore is a must visit!
Marquette Michigan, located on the southern shore of Lake Superior, is the largest city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Home to 20,000+ residents and known for outdoor recreation opportunities, this historic city on Lake Superior’s southern shore is a must visit!
Great Lakes Facts
For more information and interesting Great Lakes facts, check out the Pure Michigan website for 10 Great Lakes Fun Facts You May Not Know. To learn more about current research in the Great Lakes, check out NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab.
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