High Tide In Leelanau



South  Empire  Beach

This season, even if we can make it down to the water, ...

A picnic on the beach - will be no picnic.

 Not because of corona, (thanks to sunlight and fresh air).

 No.  It's on account of the water.

 There's too much of it. 

 And the water is having its way … with everything in its way.

Devouring beaches.
Flooding harbors.
Destroying docks, trees, stairways, decks - even houses.

 Lake Michigan is surging to its highest level in recorded history.

There is one good thing, though.

 Despite the floods (and diseases, riots, etc.) in our lives, ...

 All of this water has created a ready supply of free kindling wood - to stoke the mother of all beach bonfires.

Now all we need is a beach.
See You (underwater) In Leelanau Up North,
Chris
                    Visit A Leelanau Landmark:  The beaches of Leelanau.  Despite
                    the high water, there are still decent stretches of sand throughout
                    the Land of Delight.  Call or visit the national park Visitors Center 
                    in Empire for the latest news on beach conditions. (231) 326-4700.
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