Say "the cottage" to almost any Michigander and memories rush forward like waves: the screech of gulls, or the squeal of old oarlocks; falling asleep to the rhythm of the surf, or waking to a chorus of frogs; sand in the sheets, or fish scales in the sink. Mostly, though, they're memories of family, because here in the Great Lake State the cottage is a tradition that's handed down from one generation to the next. Such an extraordinary part of life in West Michigan deserves to be promoted with an exceptional show.
Bring your photography to the next level with this crash course in the basic technical skills of digital photography! Taught by Kimberli Bindschatel, professional photographer.
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How do you create a photograph? First learn the guidelines for good composition, how to recognize them and then incorporate them into your own work.
Want to learn some of the tricks of the trade? In this seminar you’ll learn some simple techniques from a pro with years of experience.
Know your camera well? What’s next? In this seminar, we’ll explore new horizons of photography. Natural lighting, focusing techniques, portrait and wildlife tips, and much more!
Come join the fun, and learn the secrets of sand. Professional sand sculptor Janet Moore Schrader, will teach how to make towers, doors, windows, and stairs.
Get tips on taking great nature photos around your cottage through the lens of professional photographer Dallas Carlson.
What's the best thing about building a giant sand castle? DESTROYING IT!! At 3pm on Sunday.
Our seminar stage features seminars on design, hobbies, and making the most of cottage living!
Watch the fun, as professional sand sculptor Janet Moore Schrader, builds a giant medieval sandcastle!
Stay downtown at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel or J.W. Marriott and take advantage of a great Hotel Package that includes show tickets and a chance to win an Ultimate Golf Experience prize package!
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Work on the community puzzle, pick up some cottage garb or a book from Horizon Books in Traverse City, play a game of bean bag toss, or just RELAX!
Visit Michigan BLUE Magazine's Marketplace in the show for unique and specialty products.
Bring the family by our 900 Sq. Ft. sandy beach to dig a hole, build a sand castle or simply relax in the sand!
Whisper in the Woods is hosting an art show in conjunction with the Cottage & Lakefront Living show, offering decorative and functional art based on nature, wildlife and everything outdoors.
Witness the building of a wooden boat before your eyes! Dreamcatcher Boats will be assembling one of their unique, ultra light, safe, affordable and versatile boats right in their booth at the show.
The Water & Woods Photo Contest is back! Details on prizes & submissions coming soon...
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Thanks to Horizon Books of Traverse City, who put together this fabulous book list, perfect for lazy days at the cottage!
Get $2 off Coupons at participating Grand Rapids area Wendy's Restaurants!
Great coupons for local restaurants near the show or on the way home!
Thanks to our friends at Northern Home & Cottage! Check out their online edition at www.NorthernHomeandCottage.com