People of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
The Upper Peninsula contains 29% of the land area of Michigan but just 3% of its total population. Residents call themselves Yoopers (derived from “UP-ers”). This land is rich in culture, diversity and wilderness.
Apostle Islands of Lake Superior
Off the northern tip of Wisconsin they are known for lighthouses, sandstone sea caves, old-growth remnant forests and natural animal habitats. It is said they were named by the Jesuits, who enjoyed giving Holy Names to new places. Come explore like a fur-trader and discover this distant land on America’s North Shore.