When Do Michigan’s Soo Locks Open for the Season?
The first official day of spring is Monday - another sure sign spring is on the way, Michigan's Soo Locks are opening up soon!
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Here Are 7 Must-Visit Locations During Spring In Michigan
With the first day of spring occuring March 20, 2023, here are 7 must visit destinations to make the most of spring in Michigan.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1953 UFO Sighting Over Lake Superior Makes Jet (and its crew) Vanish
One of the most mysterious Michigan UFO encounters took place over Lake Superior On November 23, 1953.
You Can Now See The Soo Locks Up Close And Personal At Engineers Day 2022
For the first time since the Covid-19 Pandemic began, visitors will be allowed back to get an up-close look at the Soo Locks during Engineers Day 2022.
Check This Out: Interesting Things Found At The Bottom Of The Soo Locks
Recently the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District drained and cleaned out the Soo Locks. They found some interesting items at the bottom.
One Last Ship Gets Through the Soo Locks Before Winter Closure
The locks close each year for 10 weeks for cleaning and repairs. This year they had to keep it open just a few hours later, so one last freighter could squeeze through.